Uzbekistan · Monuments

8-Day Uzbekistan Silk Road Cities Tour with Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva

8 Days Round trip from Ташкент Easy pace
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the historic charm of Tashkent at Khast Imam Complex and Amir Timur Square
  • 02 Marvel at the grandeur of Samarkand, including Registan Square and Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis
  • 03 Wander through the architectural treasures of Bukhara, such as Ark Fortress and Poi-Kalyan Complex
  • 04 Step back in time inside the UNESCO-listed Ichan-Kala in Khiva

Explore Uzbekistan on this enriching 8-day journey through Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, tracing the legacy of the ancient Silk Road. Discover grand madrasahs, majestic mosques, and bustling bazaars while travelling comfortably between cities. Admire UNESCO-listed landmarks, wander through atmospheric old towns, and experience authentic local culture. With guided sightseeing, seamless transfers, and well-paced days, this tour offers a balanced introduction to Central Asia's architectural treasures, vibrant traditions, and timeless desert landscapes.

Explore Uzbekistan on this enriching 8-day journey through Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva, tracing the legacy of the ancient Silk Road.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Bukhara, Urgench, Khiva, Samarkand, Tashkent
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Tashkent and City Highlights

  • Arrival in Tashkent.
  • Transfer to the hotel and check-in (standard time).
  • Visit the historic Khast Imam Complex.
  • Explore Amir Timur Square.
  • Walk through Independence Square.

Overnight in Tashkent.

2
Day 02

Journey to Samarkand and First Discoveries

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to Samarkand (4 to 5 hours by road).
  • Arrival and hotel check-in (standard time).
  • Visit the magnificent Registan Square.
  • Explore the historic Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum.
  • Free time in the evening.

Overnight in Samarkand.

3
Day 03

Samarkand Monuments and Local Traditions

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit the grand Bibi-Khanym Mosque.
  • Explore the stunning Shah-i-Zinda.
  • Wander through Siab Bazaar.
  • Visit Konigil Village to observe traditional paper-making crafts.
  • Discover the Afrasiab Museum.
  • Stop at the Tomb of Saint Daniel.

Overnight in Samarkand.

4
Day 04

Travel to Bukhara and Old City Sights

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to Bukhara (4 to 5 hours by road).
  • Arrival and hotel check-in (standard time).
  • Visit the Magoki-Attori Mosque.
  • Explore Lyabi-Hauz.
  • Visit the Kukaldosh Madrasah.
  • Discover Chor Minor.
  • Free time in the evening.

Overnight in Bukhara.

5
Day 05

Bukhara Heritage and Sacred Landmarks

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit the Samanid Mausoleum.
  • Explore the Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum.
  • Visit the Bolo-Hauz Mosque.
  • Discover the historic Ark Fortress.
  • Explore the Poi-Kalyan Complex.
  • Visit the Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan Madrasahs.
  • Wander through the traditional Trading Domes.
  • Explore Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa.
  • Visit the memorial complex of Bahauddin Naqshbandi.

Overnight in Bukhara.

6
Day 06

From Bukhara to Khiva via the Amu Darya

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Visit the Chor-Bakr Necropolis.
  • Transfer to Khiva (7 to 8 hours by road).
  • Stop en route at the Amu Darya for a short break.
  • Arrival in Khiva and hotel check-in (standard time).
  • Free time for leisure.

Overnight in Khiva.

7
Day 07

Khiva Old Town and Ichan-Kala Wonders

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Explore the historic inner city of Ichan-Kala.
  • Visit the Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa.
  • Discover the Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasa.
  • See the iconic Kalta Minor.
  • Explore the wooden-columned Juma Mosque.
  • Visit the elegant Tash-Khovli Palace.
  • Discover the Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum.
  • Climb or admire the Islam-Khoja Minaret for panoramic views.
  • Free time for leisure.

Overnight in Khiva.

8
Day 08

Departure via Urgench and Flight to Tashkent

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Transfer to Urgench Airport.
  • Free time until flight departure.
  • Domestic flight to Tashkent International Airport.
  • Arrival and onward departure.
  • End of the tour.
Registan, Shah-i-Zinda, Itchan Kala

Where this trip takes you

Registan, Shah-i-Zinda, Itchan Kala

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Ташкент 5 cities · 8 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All transfers and transportation throughout the tour, including the Urgench to Tashkent flight ticket
  • Comfortable accommodation in DBL or TWN rooms
  • Professional guide with language on request
  • Daily breakfast at the hotel

What's Not Included

  • Lunch and dinner
  • Entrance fees to sights and museums
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • International flight tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Any services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Optional activities and additional entrance fees not listed in the programme

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Ташкент, Узбекистан
Tour start
Ташкент, Узбекистан
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 days finish where they began, in Ташкент.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $860.00 — $2,370.00
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