Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan on a Budget
Discover Uzbekistan through colourful bazaars, turquoise domes and the welcoming atmosphere of its historic cities.
The experience
Overview
Discover Uzbekistan through colourful bazaars, turquoise domes and the welcoming atmosphere of its historic cities. Explore Tashkent, admire the architectural treasures of Samarkand and wander through the old streets of Bukhara. This journey combines carefully selected budget accommodation, train travel and guided discoveries for an affordable introduction to the country.
Route: Tashkent Samarkand Bukhara Tashkent
- Duration
- 6 days / 5 nights
- Overnight stays
- 3 nights in Tashkent · 1 night in Samarkand · 1 night in Bukhara
- Arrival
- Tashkent International Airport
- Departure
- Tashkent International Airport
Along the way
Schedule
- Day 1
Upon arrival at Tashkent International Airport, meet your driver and enjoy a transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and settle in. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an independent evening walk or try your first Uzbek dinner at a local restaurant.
- Day 2
After breakfast, begin your guided introduction to Uzbekistan’s capital.
Explore the Khast Imam area, where mosques and madrasahs reveal the city’s historic character. Continue to Chorsu Bazaar, a lively market filled with spices, dried fruits, fresh produce and traditional bread.
In the afternoon, discover selected Tashkent Metro stations, each with its own decorative style. Continue to Independence Square and Amir Temur Square for a different perspective on the capital, with broad avenues, gardens and city landmarks.
- Day 3
After an early breakfast or a packed breakfast, transfer to the railway station for your train to Samarkand.
Meet your local guide upon arrival and begin exploring one of the Silk Road’s most celebrated cities.
Visit Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the resting place of Amir Temur, before continuing to Registan Square, framed by three magnificent madrasahs. Take time to admire the intricate tilework, grand portals and spacious courtyards.
Continue to Bibi-Khanym Mosque and stroll through nearby Siyob Bazaar, where stalls offer local sweets, nuts and Samarkand bread.
Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
- Day 4
After breakfast and check-out, visit Shah-i-Zinda, an extraordinary avenue of mausoleums decorated with richly coloured tiles.
Transfer to the railway station and continue by train to Bukhara. On arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.
Later, enjoy an introductory walk through the Old Town. Discover Lyabi-Hauz, a peaceful gathering place around a historic pool, and explore the trading domes, where small shops display textiles, ceramics and local crafts.
Enjoy a relaxed evening in Bukhara’s atmospheric streets.
- Day 5
After breakfast and check-out, continue your guided discovery of Bukhara.
Explore the Poi-Kalyan ensemble, with its striking minaret and grand mosque, and admire the exterior of Mir-i-Arab Madrasah.
Visit the Ark Fortress, the former residence of Bukhara’s rulers, and stop at Bolo Hauz Mosque, known for its elegant wooden-columned veranda.
After free time for lunch, transfer to the railway station for your afternoon or evening train to Tashkent.
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for your final night in Uzbekistan.
- Day 6
Enjoy breakfast, subject to your flight time, and check out of your hotel.
At the appointed time, meet your driver for your transfer to Tashkent International Airport.
Before you set out
Tour information
NOTE:The final price depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation and train availability. Train services and sightseeing order will be confirmed before booking; the programme may be adjusted to match available departures.
Destination Highlights
- Tashkent and Khast Imam
- Samarkand and Registan Square
- Shah-i-Zinda
- Bukhara and Lyabi-Hauz
Signature Experiences
- Exploring the colourful stalls of Chorsu Bazaar
- Travelling between Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara by train
- Discovering Tashkent Metro architecture
- Walking through the historic trading domes of Bukhara
Inclusions and Exclusions
What’s included
- 5 nights in selected budget hotels or guesthouses, based on double or twin sharing.
- Daily breakfast.
- Arrival and departure airport transfers.
- Railway station transfers throughout the itinerary.
- Economy-class train tickets: Tashkent–Samarkand, Samarkand–Bukhara and Bukhara–Tashkent.
- Local guides for the scheduled sightseeing, in your preferred language.
- Local transport where required for the scheduled sightseeing.
Not included
- International flights.
- Lunches and dinners.
- Attraction entrance fees and metro tickets.
- Travel insurance and visa fees, if applicable.
- Optional experiences and personal expenses.
- Any services not expressly listed as included in the tour price.
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Uzbekistan on a Budget
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