Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan in Seven Days
Discover Uzbekistan through the grand monuments of Samarkand, the atmospheric streets of Bukhara, and the colourful bazaars of Tashkent.
The experience
Overview
Discover Uzbekistan through the grand monuments of Samarkand, the atmospheric streets of Bukhara, and the colourful bazaars of Tashkent. Follow the stories of the Silk Road beneath turquoise domes, explore courtyards decorated with intricate mosaics, and experience the warmth of Uzbek hospitality.
Route: Tashkent Samarkand Bukhara Tashkent
- Duration
- 7 days / 6 nights · Private journey
- Overnight stays
- 2 nights in Tashkent · 2 nights in Samarkand · 2 nights in Bukhara
- Arrival
- Tashkent International Airport
- Departure
- Tashkent International Airport
Along the way
Schedule
- Day 1
Upon arrival at Tashkent International Airport, meet your representative and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel.
After check-in, the rest of the day is yours to relax and enjoy your first impressions of Uzbekistan’s capital. Depending on your arrival time, take an independent evening walk or let us arrange an optional welcome dinner featuring Uzbek cuisine.
- Day 2
After breakfast and check-out, begin your guided discovery of Tashkent.
Explore the Khast Imam Complex, where historic religious buildings introduce you to the city’s spiritual heritage. Continue to Chorsu Bazaar, browsing stalls filled with spices, dried fruits, nuts, and freshly baked bread.
Discover selected stations of the Tashkent Metro, where mosaics, ornamental details, and distinctive designs make the journey an experience in itself. Continue to Amir Timur Square for a glimpse of central Tashkent.
Later, transfer to the railway station for your train to Samarkand. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.
The sightseeing order will be arranged around the confirmed train departure.
- Day 3
After breakfast, discover the monuments that make Samarkand one of the great highlights of the Silk Road.
Begin at Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the resting place of Amir Timur, before continuing to Registan Square. Take time to appreciate its three monumental madrasas, richly patterned façades, and remarkable courtyards.
Visit Bibi-Khanym Mosque, then explore nearby Siyob Bazaar, where traditional bread, sweets, and seasonal produce bring everyday Samarkand to life.
Continue to Shah-i-Zinda, an extraordinary ensemble of mausoleums celebrated for its intricate tilework. Walk through its passageways, discovering shades of turquoise, deep blue, and delicate geometric patterns.
Return to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure.
- Day 4
After breakfast and check-out, continue exploring Samarkand’s traditions of science and craftsmanship.
Visit Ulugh Beg Observatory to discover the astronomical legacy of the ruler and scholar whose work became an important part of the city’s history.
Continue to Konigil village for a visit to a traditional paper-making workshop. Learn how mulberry bark is transformed into handmade paper and enjoy the quieter surroundings beyond the city centre.
Transfer to the railway station for your train to Bukhara.
Upon arrival, meet your driver and check in to your hotel. If the train schedule allows, enjoy an introductory walk around Lyabi-Hauz, a historic ensemble arranged around a pond, with surrounding madrasas and places to pause for tea.
- Day 5
After breakfast, begin a guided exploration of Bukhara’s historic centre.
Visit the Ismail Samani Mausoleum, admired for its intricate brickwork, then continue to Bolo Hauz Mosque, known for its elegant wooden columns.
Explore the Ark Fortress, the former residence of Bukhara’s rulers, before discovering the Poi-Kalyan ensemble. Admire the Kalyan Minaret, visit Kalyan Mosque, and view the façade of the Mir-i-Arab Madrasa.
Walk through the historic trading domes, where shops display textiles, ceramics, jewellery, and traditional crafts. Your route continues to Lyabi-Hauz, with time to enjoy the atmosphere of the old city.
An optional Uzbek plov cooking experience and dinner can be arranged in advance for a memorable introduction to local cuisine.
- Day 6
After breakfast, visit Chor Minor, a distinctive historic building crowned by four small towers.
Enjoy some free time for a final walk, souvenir shopping, or tea before your transfer to the railway station.
Travel by train to Tashkent, where your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Spend your final evening at leisure, or let us arrange an optional farewell dinner to celebrate your journey through Uzbekistan.
- Day 7
After breakfast, check out from your hotel.
At the arranged time, meet your driver for a private transfer to Tashkent International Airport for your departure flight.
Leave Uzbekistan with memories of turquoise domes, ancient trading cities, and the warmth of its people.
Destination Highlights
- Tashkent and Chorsu Bazaar
- Samarkand and Registan Square
- Bukhara and the Poi-Kalyan ensemble
- Shah-i-Zinda and the Ulugh Beg Observatory
Signature Experiences
- Travelling between Silk Road cities by train
- Discovering the decorated stations of the Tashkent Metro
- Watching traditional paper-making in Konigil
- Browsing the historic trading domes of Bukhara
Inclusions and Exclusions
What’s included
- 6 nights in selected hotels with breakfast: 2 nights in Tashkent, 2 nights in Samarkand, and 2 nights in Bukhara.
- Private airport and railway station transfers as per the itinerary.
- Private air-conditioned transport for scheduled sightseeing and transfers.
- Train tickets: Tashkent → Samarkand, Samarkand → Bukhara, and Bukhara → Tashkent, in the confirmed travel class.
- Professional local guides speaking your preferred language
- Bottled water during guided excursions and private road transfers.
Not included
- International flights.
- Visa fees, if applicable.
- Travel insurance.
- Entrance fees to monuments, museums, and other attractions, unless expressly included in your confirmed quotation.
- Lunches and dinners.
- Optional experiences, including the plov cooking experience, welcome dinner, and farewell dinner.
- Early check-in and late check-out.
- Tips for guides and drivers.
- Personal expenses and any services not expressly listed as included in the tour price.
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Uzbekistan in Seven Days
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