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Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour — 8 Days
Tashkent · Samarkand · Bukhara · Khiva · Tashkent
A fixed-date Uzbekistan group tour covering the four classic Silk Road cities in one clear route. Hotels, Afrosiyob trains, the Bukhara–Khiva road transfer, the Urgench–Tashkent flight, transfers, English-speaking local guides, entrance tickets, breakfasts and listed dinners are arranged in advance.
Duration8 days / 7 nights
Base priceFrom $1,200 pp
AccommodationDBL/TWIN hotels
TransportTrains · vehicle · flight
Exact train, flight and meeting times are confirmed after booking and ticket availability check. The route, cities and key included services remain as stated in the program.
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In 15 seconds: this is an 8-day fixed-date Uzbekistan group tour covering Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. August 2026 departures are $1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN; single accommodation is $1,300 when available. The Navruz 2027 departure is listed at $1,400. Current tour conditions are valid from 2 travelers.
You want a resort holiday, an ultra-slow one-city stay or a fully private luxury itinerary with flexible daily changes.
The route avoids unnecessary backtracking: Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Khiva, then return by flight.
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$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · 03 August 2026–10 August 2026 · 8 days / 7 nights.
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$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · 10 August 2026–17 August 2026 · 8 days / 7 nights.
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$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · 17 August 2026–24 August 2026 · 8 days / 7 nights.
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$1,200 per person in DBL/TWIN · 24 August 2026–31 August 2026 · 8 days / 7 nights.
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$1,400 per person · 20 March 2027–27 March 2027 · 8 days / 7 nights.
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$1,200
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$1,300
Single room accommodation. Confirmed on request and subject to availability for the selected date.
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Route logic
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Uzbekistan Silk Road route
Route: Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Khiva → Tashkent.
The logic is simple: capital city start → Timurid architecture in Samarkand → the living Old Town of Bukhara → the walled UNESCO city of Khiva → return to Tashkent by domestic flight.
Real travel times
Planning note: the ranges below help set realistic expectations. Exact timing depends on train availability, traffic, queues, stops and group pace.
| Key day | Main movement | What it means for guests | Typical finish range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 2 (Samarkand) | Afrosiyob train + city transfers + long walking route | Morning train and a full sightseeing day. Lunch is planned around 13:00–14:00 and may shift slightly with a later train. | Hotel return usually 18:50–20:30 |
| Day 3 (Bukhara Old Town) | Afrosiyob train + Kogon transfer + extended Old Town walk | A realistic Old Town route with optional tail stops if time and group pace allow. | Core route 18:50–20:00 + optional tail |
| Day 5 (Bukhara → Khiva) | Road transfer through the Kyzylkum Desert + planned stops | This is the longest transfer day. Breaks and lunch stop are built into the day rhythm. | Arrival usually 17:30–18:30 |
| Day 6 (Khiva) | Full walking day inside Ichan-Kala | Compact distances, many monuments, optional minaret climb or shopping may extend the day. | Usually 16:30–18:00 |
| Day 7 (Urgench → Tashkent) | Airport transfer + HY52 flight + Tashkent city route + metro + walking | Early start, domestic flight and structured sightseeing in Tashkent. Extra museum stops depend on time. | Usually 19:10–20:20 |
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Day-by-day itinerary — 8 days
Route snapshot
- Day 1: Arrival in Tashkent · airport transfer · hotel check-in after 14:00 · rest
- Day 2: Afrosiyob train to Samarkand · main highlights · dinner
- Day 3: Afrosiyob train to Bukhara · Old Town walk · family plov master class
- Day 4: Bukhara surroundings by vehicle · heritage sites · dinner
- Day 5: Bukhara → Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert · evening orientation
- Day 6: Khiva UNESCO day inside Ichan-Kala · folklore dinner
- Day 7: Urgench–Tashkent flight · Tashkent city route · farewell dinner
- Day 8: Departure from Tashkent
Day 1
Arrival in Tashkent
Airport meet-and-greet, transfer to hotel and rest after arrival.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 1 — Arrival in Tashkent
- Any time — arrival in Tashkent. Meet the driver at arrivals with a name sign and transfer to the hotel.
- After 14:00 — hotel check-in according to standard hotel policy. Early check-in is available on request and may require a supplement.
- Luggage: if you arrive earlier, your bags can be stored at reception.
- Free time: rest day or an easy walk depending on your arrival time.
Walking today: minimal / optional.
Day 2
Tashkent → Samarkand by Afrosiyob + Samarkand highlights
High-speed train to Samarkand, then Gur-Emir, Registan, Bibi-Khanum, Siab Bazaar, Shah-i-Zinda and other key stops if timing allows.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 2 — Tashkent → Samarkand by Afrosiyob train + main Samarkand highlights
Afrosiyob high-speed train options, subject to availability
- Train 766F: departure 07:30 → arrival 09:43
- Train 768F: departure 08:00 → arrival 10:25
- Train 770F: departure 08:30 → arrival 10:49
Station arrival: we plan the transfer so you arrive at the station 45–60 minutes before departure.
Breakfast: for early departures, early breakfast or a lunch box depends on hotel policy.
- Departure morning — meet in the hotel lobby at the confirmed time and transfer to Tashkent railway station.
- Train — Afrosiyob to Samarkand; exact train depends on availability.
- Arrival — meet the local guide and driver at Samarkand station exit. Load luggage.
- Sightseeing start by train: if 766F — around 10:20–10:40 · if 768F — around 11:00–11:25 · if 770F — around 11:15–11:40.
- 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included and is paid on the spot; the guide suggests a convenient local restaurant.
If a later train is used, lunch may shift by 30–45 minutes to keep the route comfortable. - ~19:30–21:00 — dinner at a local restaurant (timing may shift with a later train).
Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on arrival time, queues, traffic and group pace.
| Time | Program in Samarkand | Method / distance |
|---|---|---|
| 10:40–11:00 | Transfer from station to Gur-Emir Mausoleum | Vehicle · 6.6 km |
| 11:00–11:40 | Gur-Emir — Timurid mausoleum connected with Amir Timur | Visit |
| 11:40–12:00 | Gur-Emir → Registan Square | Walk · 1.3 km |
| 12:00–13:00 | Registan Square — the main UNESCO highlight of Samarkand Typical visit: 50–70 minutes depending on crowds. | Visit |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch — planned break, not included | — |
| 14:00–14:20 | Registan → Bibi-Khanum Mosque | Walk · 1.1 km |
| 14:20–14:55 | Bibi-Khanum Mosque — monumental Silk Road-era mosque | Visit |
| 14:55–15:30 | Siab Bazaar — bread, spices, fruit and local atmosphere | Walk · 170 m |
| 15:30–15:50 | Hazrat Khizr — viewpoint / short stop | Walk · 235 m |
| 16:00–17:00 | Shah-i-Zinda — sacred necropolis and one of the most photogenic sites | Route inside complex |
| 17:00–18:05 | Transfer + Ulugbek Observatory — 15th-century astronomical monument | Vehicle · 6.3 km |
| 18:05–18:35 | Transfer + Khoja Daniyar Mausoleum — short stop (if timing allows) | Vehicle · 1.7 km |
| 18:35–19:05 | Transfer to hotel · check-in | Vehicle · 6.7 km |
Realistic sightseeing finish: with train 766F — hotel return around 18:50–19:20; with 768F — 19:25–20:05; with 770F — 19:45–20:30.
Walking today: around 3.0–3.5 km between sites + inside monuments ≈ 5–7 km.
Day 3
Samarkand → Bukhara + Old Town walk
Afrosiyob train to Bukhara area, Old Town sightseeing and family-style plov master class.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 3 — Samarkand → Bukhara by Afrosiyob train + Bukhara Old Town + family plov master class
Afrosiyob train options, subject to availability
- Train 766F: departure 09:53 → arrival 11:42 (Samarkand → Bukhara / Kogon)
- Reserve option: train 770F, departure 10:59 → arrival 12:42
Station arrival: we plan the transfer so you arrive at the station 45–60 minutes before departure.
- 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
- Transfer — meet in the lobby at the confirmed time and drive to Samarkand railway station.
- Train — Afrosiyob to Kogon / Bukhara area.
- Arrival — meet local guide and driver at Kogon station exit and transfer to Bukhara Old Town.
- 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included; the guide recommends a convenient place.
If the reserve train is used, the lunch window may shift to 13:30–14:30. - After 14:00 — hotel check-in according to standard policy. Luggage can be stored at reception if needed.
- ~21:00–22:30 — family-style plov master class and dinner (timing may shift).
Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on arrival time, queues, traffic and group pace.
| Time | Program in Bukhara Old Town | Method / distance |
|---|---|---|
| 11:50–12:30 | Transfer Kogon station → Bukhara Old Town area | Vehicle · 19.9 km |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch — planned break, not included | — |
| 14:30–15:05 | Samanid Mausoleum — masterpiece of early Islamic architecture | Visit |
| 15:05–15:25 | Samanid Mausoleum → Chashma-Ayub | Walk · 600 m |
| 15:25–15:40 | Chashma-Ayub — short visit / photo stop | Visit |
| 15:40–15:55 | Chashma-Ayub → Bolo-Hauz Mosque | Walk · 550 m |
| 15:55–16:15 | Bolo-Hauz Mosque — carved wooden columns | Visit |
| 16:15–16:25 | Bolo-Hauz → Ark Citadel | Walk · 400 m |
| 16:25–17:10 | Ark Citadel — fortress of Bukhara rulers | Visit |
| 17:10–17:25 | Ark → Po-i-Kalyan Complex | Walk · 700 m |
| 17:25–18:05 | Po-i-Kalyan Complex — minaret and mosque ensemble | Visit |
| 18:05–18:10 | Po-i-Kalyan → Toki Zargaron | Walk · 160 m |
| 18:10–18:20 | Toki Zargaron — trading dome, pass-through / photo stop | Short stop |
| 18:20–18:25 | Toki Zargaron → Ulugbek Madrasah | Walk · 87 m |
| 18:25–18:35 | Ulugbek Madrasah — facade + historical context | Short stop |
| 18:35–18:37 | Ulugbek Madrasah → Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah | Walk · 20 m |
| 18:37–18:50 | Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah — facade + photo stop | Short stop |
| 18:50–18:55 | Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah → Tim Abdullah Khan trading dome | Walk · 160 m |
| 18:55–19:05 | Tim Abdullah Khan — craft area / pass-through | Short stop |
| 19:05–19:10 | Tim Abdullah Khan → Toki Telpak Furushon | Walk · 130 m |
| 19:10–19:20 | Toki Telpak Furushon — trading dome | Short stop |
| 19:20–19:25 | Toki Telpak Furushon → Magoki-Attori Mosque | Walk · 130 m |
| 19:25–19:35 | Magoki-Attori Mosque — short visit / photo stop (if timing allows) | Short stop |
| 19:35–19:45 | Jewish Synagogue — short stop (if timing allows) | Walk · 500 m |
| 19:45–20:05 | Chor-Minor — four-tower landmark (if timing allows) | Walk · 950 m |
| 20:05–20:25 | Lyabi-Hauz — evening atmosphere (if timing allows) | Walk · 750 m |
Realistic Old Town finish: core route with train 766F — 18:50–19:30; with train 770F — 19:20–20:00. Optional tail stops add about 30–60 minutes.
Walking today: long Old Town day ≈ 7–11 km including visits.
Day 4
Bukhara surroundings and Old Town free time
Bahauddin Naqshbandi Complex, Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Palace, Chor-Bakr, Fayzulla Khodjaev House Museum and relaxed Old Town time.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 4 — Bukhara surroundings by vehicle + return to the Old Town
- 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
- 09:00 — meet guide and driver in the lobby and start the route.
- 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included and is paid on the spot.
- ~19:30–21:00 — dinner in the Old Town area (timing may shift).
Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on queues, traffic and group pace.
| Time | Bukhara region program | Method / distance |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:05 | Bahauddin Naqshbandi Complex — key pilgrimage site and Sufi heritage | Vehicle · 13.3 km |
| 10:35–11:45 | Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Palace — summer residence of the last emirs | Vehicle · 14.4 km |
| 12:15–12:45 | Chor-Bakr Necropolis — photogenic historical complex | Vehicle · 12.2 km |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch — planned break, not included | — |
| 14:25–15:05 | Fayzulla Khodjaev House Museum — traditional merchant house | Vehicle · 8.3 km |
| 15:20–15:40 | Chor-Minor — short repeat visit / good photo timing | Vehicle · 2.0 km |
| 15:40–15:55 | Chor-Minor → hotel / Old Town area | Walk or short transfer · 700 m |
| 16:00–17:30 | Free time in the Old Town: crafts, tea, photos; guide support if needed | Easy walk |
Realistic finish: hotel return around 17:30–18:00, depending on traffic.
Walking today: light to moderate ≈ 2–4 km.
Day 5
Bukhara → Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert
Long road transfer to Khiva with planned stops and evening orientation near Ichan-Kala if timing allows.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 5 — Bukhara → Khiva by road through the Kyzylkum Desert
- 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
- 09:00 — depart Bukhara for Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert.
- 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included; exact stop depends on road logistics.
- ~17:30–18:30 — arrival in Khiva, depending on road conditions and stops. Check in on arrival.
- Evening: rest + easy orientation walk near Ichan-Kala if timing allows.
- ~19:30–21:00 — dinner (timing may shift depending on arrival).
Road time today: usually about 7–8 hours of driving plus stops.
Realistic finish: evening orientation in Khiva usually ends around 19:30–20:00 after check-in.
Walking today: light ≈ 1–3 km.
Day 6
Khiva UNESCO: Ichan-Kala walking day
Full day inside the walled old city: Kalta-Minor, Kunya-Ark, Juma Mosque, Pahlavan Mahmud, Tash-Hauli and other core sites.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 6 — Khiva UNESCO: full walking day inside Ichan-Kala + folklore dinner
- 07:30–08:30 — breakfast at the hotel.
- 09:00 — meet local guide and start the walking route inside Ichan-Kala.
- 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included.
- ~19:00–20:30 — folklore show + dinner according to the program (timing may shift).
Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on queues and group pace.
| Time | Program in Khiva UNESCO / Ichan-Kala | Method / distance |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:10 | Ota-Darvoza — main gate and orientation start | — |
| 09:10–09:12 | Ota-Darvoza → Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah | Walk · 50 m |
| 09:12–09:45 | Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah — largest madrasah in Khiva, now used as a hotel complex | Visit |
| 09:45–09:46 | Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah → Kalta-Minor | Walk · 30 m |
| 09:46–10:05 | Kalta-Minor — unfinished turquoise minaret and Khiva icon | Short stop |
| 10:05–10:08 | Kalta-Minor → Kunya-Ark Fortress | Walk · 210 m |
| 10:08–10:40 | Kunya-Ark — fortress and residence of Khiva rulers | Visit |
| 10:40–10:45 | Kunya-Ark → Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah | Walk · 350 m |
| 10:45–11:05 | Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah — short visit / facade and context | Short stop |
| 11:05–11:07 | Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah → Juma Mosque | Walk · 160 m |
| 11:07–11:35 | Juma Mosque — famous wooden columns | Visit |
| 11:35–11:38 | Juma Mosque → Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum | Walk · 230 m |
| 11:38–12:05 | Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum — key spiritual site | Visit |
| 12:05–12:08 | Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum → Shergazi Khan Madrasah | Walk · 180 m |
| 12:08–12:20 | Shergazi Khan Madrasah — short stop / context | Short stop |
| 12:20–12:22 | Shergazi Khan Madrasah → Islam-Khoja Minaret | Walk · 110 m |
| 12:22–12:45 | Islam-Khoja Minaret — tallest minaret in Khiva; climb is optional if timing allows | Visit |
| 12:45–12:50 | Islam-Khoja Minaret → Ak Mosque | Walk · 240 m |
| 12:50–12:58 | Ak Mosque — short visit / photo stop | Short stop |
| 12:58–13:00 | Ak Mosque → Anusha Khan Bathhouse | Walk · 18 m |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch — planned break, not included | — |
| 14:00–14:02 | Anusha Khan Bathhouse exterior → Palvan-Darvoza | Walk · 10 m |
| 14:02–14:08 | Palvan-Darvoza — gate / orientation point | Short stop |
| 14:08–14:10 | Palvan-Darvoza → Allakuli Khan | Walk · 18 m |
| 14:10–14:25 | Allakuli Khan Madrasah — trade and madrasah context | Short stop |
| 14:25–14:28 | Allakuli Khan → Kutlug Murad Inak Madrasah | Walk · 110 m |
| 14:28–14:40 | Kutlug Murad Inak Madrasah — short visit / photo stop | Short stop |
| 14:40–14:45 | Kutlug Murad Inak Madrasah → Allakuli Khan Caravanserai | Walk · 200 m |
| 14:45–15:05 | Allakuli Khan Caravanserai — Silk Road trade context | Short stop |
| 15:05–15:06 | Caravanserai → Tash-Hauli Palace | Walk · 50 m |
| 15:06–15:45 | Tash-Hauli Palace — interiors and courtyards, main afternoon site | Visit |
| 15:45–16:30 | Workshops / photo time / additional stops (if timing allows) | Easy walk |
Realistic finish: walking tour usually ends around 16:30–17:15. Shopping or minaret climb can extend it to about 17:30–18:00.
Walking today: compact distances + visits inside monuments ≈ 4–7 km.
Day 7
Urgench → Tashkent flight + Tashkent city route
Morning domestic flight back to Tashkent, then Khast-Imam, Chorsu Bazaar, metro stations, Museum of Applied Arts and central landmarks.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 7 — Urgench → Tashkent flight + Tashkent city route + farewell dinner
Domestic flight Urgench → Tashkent
- HY52: departure 09:20 → arrival 12:00
Breakfast: early departure — breakfast or lunch box depends on hotel policy.
- 06:45 — meet in the Khiva hotel lobby and transfer to Urgench airport.
- 09:20–12:00 — HY52 flight to Tashkent.
- 12:20–12:50 — transfer to hotel and leave luggage.
- 13:00–14:00 — planned lunch break. Lunch is not included.
- After 14:00 — hotel check-in according to standard policy.
- ~20:10–21:00 — farewell dinner (timing depends on city-route finish).
Timing note: the table below is a planning schedule. Actual timing depends on traffic, queues and group pace.
| Time | Tashkent program | Method / distance |
|---|---|---|
| 14:30–15:15 | Khast-Imam Complex — historic religious center | Vehicle · 14 km |
| 15:15–15:25 | Khast-Imam → Chorsu Bazaar | Vehicle · 2 km |
| 15:25–16:05 | Chorsu Bazaar — food, spices, bread and market atmosphere | Visit |
| 16:05–16:15 | Chorsu Bazaar → Kukeldash Madrasah | Walk · 600 m |
| 16:15–16:30 | Kukeldash Madrasah — short stop / photo | Short stop |
| 16:30–16:40 | Kukeldash → Chorsu Metro station | Walk · 600 m |
| 16:40–17:05 | Metro route: Chorsu → Pakhtakor → Kosmonavtlar, selected architectural stations | Metro |
| 17:05–17:15 | Kosmonavtlar station → Museum of Applied Arts | Vehicle · 1 km |
| 17:15–17:55 | Museum of Applied Arts — crafts and interior heritage | Visit |
| Optional | State Museum of Arts — only if timing allows, adds about 50–60 minutes Distance from Museum of Applied Arts: vehicle ~2.7 km. | Vehicle · 2.7 km |
| 18:05–18:25 | Amir Temur Square — central city landmark | Vehicle · 2.3 km |
| 18:25–18:35 | Amir Temur Square → Courage Monument | Vehicle · 2.6 km |
| 18:35–18:45 | Courage Monument — short photo stop (if timing allows) | Short stop |
| 18:45–19:15 | Independence Square area — memorial zone, Ezgulik Arch, fountains and walking section | Walk · 1.3 km |
| 19:15–19:40 | Walk to Alisher Navoi Opera Theater — final point of the city walk | Walk · 1.3 km |
Realistic finish in Tashkent: without the optional State Museum of Arts — 19:10–19:40; with it — 19:40–20:20.
Walking today: around 3.8 km between points + indoor visits ≈ 5–8 km.
Day 8
Departure from Tashkent
Breakfast and airport transfer according to your international flight time.
Detailed timing, transfers and walking notes
Day 8 — Departure from Tashkent
- 07:30–09:00 — breakfast at the hotel, depending on hotel policy and flight time.
- Any time — transfer to Tashkent International Airport according to your flight. For international flights, we recommend arriving about 3 hours before departure.
- End of the tour.
Walking today: no planned sightseeing.
Important: detailed timing is approximate and may change because of train/flight schedules, traffic, queues and monument opening conditions. The route logic, key cities and core inclusions remain the basis of the program.
Hotels included in the Uzbekistan tour
These hotels are used for the Tashkent–Samarkand–Bukhara–Khiva route or replaced with a similar option of comparable category and location if availability requires it. Room type is checked and confirmed with availability for the selected departure.
Tashkent
Manor
A practical Tashkent hotel for the start and end of the route. It works well for railway-station transfers and the final flight day.
- Convenient for transfers
- Breakfast at the hotel
- DBL/TWIN base accommodation
- Room confirmed by availability
Samarkand
Diplomat Premium
A comfortable Samarkand hotel close to the main sightseeing area, reducing unnecessary driving during the Samarkand day.
- Convenient for the Registan area
- 24/7 reception
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Room confirmed by availability
Bukhara
Nodirabegim
An atmospheric option near Bukhara’s historical center. It is convenient for Old Town walks and evening time around Lyabi-Hauz.
- Near the Old Town
- Traditional interior
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Room confirmed by availability
Khiva
New Star Boutique
A boutique-style hotel in the historical Khiva area. A strong fit for the full walking day in Ichan-Kala and the evening atmosphere of the old city.
- Inside or near Ichan-Kala
- Historic-building atmosphere
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Room confirmed by availability
Why these hotels
- Tashkent: practical for transfers, railway station access and the final departure.
- Samarkand: less unnecessary driving during the main sightseeing day.
- Bukhara: easier to feel the Old Town atmosphere instead of staying far from the route.
- Khiva: Ichan-Kala is best experienced in the morning and evening when you stay nearby.
Accommodation notes
- Base accommodation: DBL/TWIN.
- SGL: single room — subject to availability and supplement.
- Hotel replacement: possible with a similar hotel of comparable category and location after confirmation.
- Check-in / check-out: standard hotel policy; early check-in and late check-out are paid separately if needed.
What is included
- 🏨 Accommodation in DBL/TWIN rooms at listed hotels or similar options of comparable category and location
- 🚆 Train tickets Tashkent–Samarkand and Samarkand–Bukhara according to the program
- ✈️ Domestic flight Urgench–Tashkent according to the program
- 🍽️ Meals: breakfasts + dinners as listed in the itinerary
- 🎤 Guided sightseeing according to the program; English-speaking guides included
- 🎟️ Entrance tickets for listed sightseeing visits
- 🚐 Air-conditioned transport along the route
- 💧 Water 1.5 l per person per day according to the program
- 🛂 Visa support if needed; conditions depend on passport nationality
Dinner format
- Set menus are used to introduce Uzbek cuisine; exact menu can vary by city.
- Dinner usually includes starter or soup, main dish, salads for the table, bread and water.
- Vegetarian requests are possible if you tell us in advance.
What is not included
- ✈️ International flights to/from Tashkent
- 🍽️ Lunches unless specifically listed as included
- 🕒 Early check-in / late check-out
- 💵 Personal expenses and shopping
- 💁 Tips for guides and drivers, optional
- 🛡️ Travel insurance
- 🛂 Visa fees if applicable
- 🛏️ SGL supplement unless selected and confirmed
Guiding, comfort and practical notes
- Guides: English-speaking local guides are included for the sightseeing program in each city.
- Other languages: Russian, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese and Turkish can be requested, subject to availability.
- Walking: historic centers are best explored on foot; the most active days are Bukhara, Tashkent, Samarkand and Khiva.
- Longest transfer: Bukhara → Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert, usually about 7–8 hours of driving plus stops.
- Documents: entry and visa rules depend on passport nationality and should be checked before booking.
What you will see — main experiences
This is not only a list of monuments. Each city gives the route a different character: modern Tashkent, monumental Samarkand, atmospheric Bukhara and intimate Khiva inside the walls of Ichan-Kala.
Day 1 / Day 7 · capital city
Tashkent — old city, bazaar and metro
Tashkent is the soft start and final city of the tour: historic religious sites, the Chorsu market, selected metro stations and modern city landmarks.
- Khast-Imam: historic religious center
- Chorsu: bread, spices and market atmosphere
- Metro: architectural stations with Soviet and Central Asian character
- Amir Temur Square: central point of modern Tashkent
Day 2 · main must-see
Samarkand — the visual highlight of the Silk Road
Samarkand is the strongest visual moment of the tour: Registan, Timurid monuments, sacred complexes and large photo stops.
- Registan: the main architectural ensemble of the route
- Gur-Emir: Timurid mausoleum
- Bibi-Khanum and Siab Bazaar: history plus living city atmosphere
- Shah-i-Zinda: one of Central Asia’s most beautiful necropolises
Days 3–4 · atmosphere
Bukhara — the living Old Town
Bukhara gives depth to the route: old trading domes, madrasahs, monuments, evening atmosphere and a family-style plov master class.
- Po-i-Kalyan: symbol of Bukhara
- Ark Citadel: fortress of Bukhara rulers
- Trading domes: craft and bazaar atmosphere
- Lyabi-Hauz: evening Old Town mood if timing allows
Day 6 · UNESCO
Khiva — Ichan-Kala behind the walls
Khiva is compact, cinematic and easy to experience on foot. Living near Ichan-Kala helps you feel the city in the morning and evening.
- Kalta-Minor: the famous turquoise minaret
- Kunya-Ark: fortress and ruler’s residence
- Juma Mosque: wooden-column interior
- Tash-Hauli: palace courtyards and tilework
Main sightseeing list
- Tashkent: Khast-Imam Complex · Chorsu Bazaar · Amir Temur Square · selected metro stations according to the program
- Samarkand: Gur-Emir · Registan · Bibi-Khanum · Siab Bazaar · Shah-i-Zinda · Ulugbek Observatory
- Bukhara: Samanid Mausoleum · Ark Citadel · Po-i-Kalyan · trading domes · Lyabi-Hauz if timing allows
- Khiva: Ichan-Kala sites: Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah · Kalta-Minor · Kunya-Ark · Juma Mosque · Pahlavan Mahmud · Tash-Hauli
Before booking
FAQ
What is a guaranteed Uzbekistan tour?
A guaranteed Uzbekistan tour is a fixed-date group tour with a published route, price basis and included services. This 8-day program covers Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, with hotels, trains, transfers, local guides, entrance tickets, breakfasts and dinners as listed in the itinerary.
What does “guaranteed departure” mean on this page?
It means the page offers fixed departure dates with published conditions. Current tour conditions are valid from 2 travelers. Seats, room type, train tickets, the domestic flight and final timing are checked before final confirmation.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 8 days / 7 nights.
What is the route?
The route is Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Khiva → Tashkent.
Which cities are included?
The included cities are Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva.
What is included in the 1,200 USD price?
The August 2026 DBL/TWIN price includes 7 nights at listed hotels or similar, breakfasts, dinners as per itinerary, Afrosiyob trains, the Urgench–Tashkent domestic flight, transfers, English-speaking local guides, entrance tickets as per program, water 1.5 l per person per day and visa support if needed.
What is not included?
International flights, lunches, travel insurance, visa fees if applicable, personal expenses, tips, early check-in, late check-out and SGL supplement unless selected and confirmed are not included.
Are international flights included?
No. International flights to and from Tashkent are not included.
Are lunches included?
No. Lunches are not included unless a specific itinerary update states otherwise. The guide can suggest convenient local restaurants.
Are dinners included?
Yes. Dinners are included according to the itinerary. Exact menus and timing can vary by city and program flow.
What hotels are used?
The planned hotels are Manor in Tashkent, Diplomat Premium in Samarkand, Nodirabegim in Bukhara and New Star Boutique in Khiva, or similar options.
Can hotels be replaced by similar options?
Yes. Hotels can be replaced by similar options of comparable category and location if availability requires it.
Are English-speaking guides included?
Yes. English-speaking local guides are included for the sightseeing program.
Does one guide travel with the group for the whole route?
No full-route escort guide is stated for this page. Guiding is organized by city: travelers meet local guides for the sightseeing program in each city.
What other guide languages can be requested?
Russian, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Chinese and Turkish can be requested through the booking form, subject to availability.
What fixed departure dates are available?
Current listed departures are 03 August 2026, 10 August 2026, 17 August 2026, 24 August 2026 and 20 March 2027 for Navruz.
What is the price for DBL/TWIN accommodation?
The August 2026 DBL/TWIN price is 1,200 USD per person.
What is the SGL price?
The August 2026 SGL price is 1,300 USD per person, subject to availability.
What is the Navruz 2027 price?
The Navruz 2027 departure on 20 March 2027 is listed at 1,400 USD per person.
Can I join as a solo traveler?
Yes, you can send a request. CAJ.UZ will check whether you can join an existing group for your preferred date. A single-room supplement may apply if SGL accommodation is needed.
What is the minimum number of travelers?
Current tour conditions are valid from 2 travelers.
When are exact train and flight times confirmed?
Exact train, flight, transfer and meeting times are confirmed after booking and ticket availability check.
How much walking is involved?
The most active days are usually Bukhara Old Town at about 7–11 km, Tashkent at about 5–8 km, Samarkand at about 5–7 km and Khiva at about 4–7 km, including walking between monuments and inside sites.
Is this tour suitable for seniors?
It can suit active seniors who are comfortable with walking days and one long Bukhara–Khiva road transfer. Travelers with mobility limits should contact CAJ.UZ before booking so the fit can be assessed honestly.
Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes. It is designed as a strong first visit to Uzbekistan because it covers the main Silk Road cities with practical train, road and flight logistics.
What is the longest road transfer?
The longest road transfer is Bukhara → Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert. Road time is usually about 7–8 hours plus stops.
What should I pack?
Pack comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, personal medication, layered clothing and a small travel pharmacy. For August, bring light breathable clothing; for the March Navruz departure, bring a light jacket or windbreaker.
How does online booking work?
Choose a departure date, enter traveler details, room type, guide language and arrival notes, then complete the online order. After payment, CAJ.UZ checks traveler details, seats, accommodation and transport before sending the final confirmation by email.
How do I confirm my booking?
Your booking is confirmed after CAJ.UZ checks the selected departure, traveler details, available seats, room type, train tickets, domestic flight and accommodation. The final confirmation is sent by email.
What are the cancellation and refund rules?
Cancellation rules are explained on the CAJ.UZ Cancellation & Refunds page. Supplier, hotel, train and flight ticket rules may affect the refundable amount.
Can the itinerary change?
Exact timing and sequence can change because of train or flight schedules, traffic, queues, group pace and site operations. The main route, key cities and listed core inclusions remain the basis of the program.
How is this page different from the Uzbekistan tour from USA page?
This page is the fixed-date guaranteed Uzbekistan group tour page for travelers from any market. The USA page should focus on Uzbekistan trip planning for travelers from the United States, such as timing, flight planning, visa context and source-market questions.
Book the Guaranteed Uzbekistan Tour
How booking works
- Choose a departure date from the cards above or open the online booking form.
- Enter traveler details: number of travelers, room type, guide language and arrival notes.
- For online orders: after payment, your order is created and our team checks traveler details, seats, accommodation and transport before sending the final confirmation by email.
- For WhatsApp requests: send the date, number of travelers and room type; we check the selected departure before advising the next payment step.
- Receive travel confirmation: meeting instructions, confirmed schedule and practical notes are sent after the booking is checked.
Ready to check a date?
Send your date, number of travelers and room type. We will check the selected departure and reply with the next safe booking step.
WhatsApp booking: +998 90 922 30 73 (WhatsApp)
Please send: date + number of travelers + room type (TWIN/DBL/SGL) + guide language.
Cancellation and refunds
- See Cancellation & Refunds for full rules.
- Refunds can depend on the cancellation date, supplier conditions, hotel rules and issued train or flight tickets.
- No automatic refund amount is promised on this page; the applicable conditions are checked for the confirmed booking.
Source-market notes for English-speaking travelers
This tour is designed for English-speaking travelers who want fixed dates, visible pricing, hotel information, transport details and a booking process that clearly explains what is checked before final confirmation.
- United States and Canada: useful for travelers building a Central Asia or Silk Road trip around Uzbekistan.
- United Kingdom and Ireland: suitable for guests who want an escorted Uzbekistan group tour with English-speaking guides.
- Australia and New Zealand: a practical route for long-haul travelers who want to see the main Silk Road cities in one visit.
- Singapore, India and the UAE: convenient for travelers looking for a compact cultural itinerary with fixed dates and full local logistics.
- Europe: clear group-tour format for English-speaking guests from Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands and other European countries.
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