Tour: Classic Uzbekistan
A journey to where time stands still, and history echoes in every stone. Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand — cities born of the Great Silk Road — invite you to touch the heritage of millennia.
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- Route: Tashkent — Khiva — Bukhara — Samarkand — Tashkent
- Departures: Every Saturday (Regular tour)
- Duration: 8 Days — 7 Nights
- Arrival Airport: Tashkent (TAS)
- Tour Language: Russian
- Min. participants: 2 persons
- Tour price: from $950 per person*
Classic Uzbekistan: Heritage of Millennia
A journey to where time stands still, and history echoes in every stone. Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand — cities born of the Great Silk Road — invite you to touch eternity. Under the shade of turquoise domes and graceful minarets, the legends of the East come alive here.
Awaits you is a full immersion into the atmosphere: the buzz of ancient bazaars, architectural grandeur, and the unforgettable evening Registan shining with lights. It is not just an excursion, but an opportunity to live every moment, enjoying Eastern hospitality.
We have thought of everything for you: a comfortable route, cozy 3-4* hotels, and the support of a professional guide. You just need to take your time and absorb the beauty of this land.
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Journey Details, Itinerary & Info
Day 1 — Saturday. City of Departure
Flight to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.
Overnight on board.
Day 2 — Sunday. Arrival in Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport.
Passport control and luggage claim.
Meeting with the host team OUTSIDE the airport (driver with company logo in the waiting hall).
Transfer and hotel check-in (early check-in included — 100% night from Saturday to Sunday).
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion around Old Tashkent:
Monument of Courage (Earthquake Memorial)
Khast-Imam Complex (XVI–XVII cc.):
Barak-Khan Madrasah
Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum
Tilla-Sheikh Mosque
Museum of the Quran of Usman (VII c.) — a unique relic with preserved blood traces of Caliph Usman
Chorsu Bazaar
Kukeldash Madrasah (XVI c., exterior view)
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Excursion around Modern Tashkent:
Independence Square and Eternity Monument
World War II Memorial
Arch of Storks
Romanov Palace (1891, exterior view)
Opera and Ballet Theatre Square
Amir Temur Square
Rest at the hotel.
Day 3 — Monday. Tashkent ✈️ Urgench — Khiva (UNESCO)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport and domestic flight to Urgench (departure time depends on Uzbekistan Airways schedule).
Arrival in Urgench and transfer to Khiva (30 km).
Excursion around Ichan-Kala Complex (X–XIX cc.):
Kalta-Minor Minaret (exterior view)
Muhammad Amin-khan Madrasah
Muhammad Rahim-khan Madrasah
Juma Mosque with wooden columns
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Continuation of the excursion:
Islam-Khodja Minaret and Madrasah
Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum
Tash-Hovli Palace and Harem
Allakuli-khan Madrasah and Caravanserai
Rest at the hotel.
Day 4 — Tuesday. Khiva — Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Bukhara (450 km, 7–7.5 hours, good road).
Lunch at a roadside cafe (simple meal).
Arrival in Bukhara, hotel check-in.
Rest.
Day 5 — Wednesday. Bukhara (UNESCO)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion around Bukhara:
Samanids Mausoleum (IX–X cc.)
Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum and Spring (XIV c.)
Bolo-Hauz Mosque (XIX c., exterior view)
Ark Fortress (V–XIX cc.)
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Continuation of the excursion:
Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble
Kukeldash Madrasah (exterior view)
Nodir Devonbegi Madrasah
Magoki-Attari Mosque (XII c., exterior view)
Trading Domes (XVI century)
Ulugbek and Abdulaziz-khan Madrasahs (exterior view)
Completion of the excursion at Poi-Kalyan Square:
Kalyan Minaret
Poi-Kalyan Mosque
Miri-Arab Madrasah (exterior view)
Rest at the hotel.
Day 6 — Thursday. Bukhara — Samarkand (UNESCO)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Samarkand (290 km, about 5 hours).
Hotel check-in.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Excursion:
Ulugbek Observatory
Gur-Emir Mausoleum (Tamerlane’s Tomb)
Registan Square:
Ulugbek Madrasah
Sher-Dor Madrasah
Tilla-Kari Madrasah
Evening — night walk around Registan Square with illumination (without entry).
Rest at the hotel.
Day 7 — Friday. Samarkand — Tashkent
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion:
“Meros” Factory (ancient paper production)
Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis
Bibi-Khanym Mosque
Siab Bazaar
Lunch at a local restaurant.
Transfer to the railway station and train transfer to Tashkent (economy class, in the afternoon).
Arrival in Tashkent and hotel check-in.
Day 8 — Saturday. Tashkent ✈️ Return
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport with a driver (no guide).
End of the program.
✅ What We Include:
Accommodation: 3–4* Hotels (7 nights, DBL/TWN) + guaranteed early check-in in Tashkent.
Logistics: Domestic flight Tashkent — Urgench and Train ticket Samarkand — Tashkent (economy class).
Meals: 7 breakfasts and 6 lunches (tea and water included during meals).
Excursions: Entrance tickets to all museums and monuments + access to the night Registan square.
Comfort: Air-conditioned transport, services of a professional English-speaking guide, and tourist taxes.
❌ Paid Separately:
Single Supplement: +160 USD (surcharge for single accommodation)
Tips: 45 EUR per person (mandatory)
Visa: Visa support and visa fees
Flights: International flight tickets
Additional: Drinks, photo and video shooting fees at monuments
Personal: Expenses and services not mentioned in the program
Comfort & Authenticity. You will stay in atmospheric 3–4* boutique hotels where history meets modern comfort.
Atmosphere: Hotels with national character — cozy inner courtyards, carved wood, and traditional decor, so you feel the spirit of the East even while resting.
Comfort: Spacious rooms, orthopedic mattresses, Wi-Fi, and, of course, hearty breakfasts with fresh pastries and fruits.
Location: We choose hotels within walking distance of major monuments (Lyabi-Hauz, Ichan-Kala), making evening walks your favorite tradition.
Visa:
For citizens of most European, Asian, and CIS countries, a visa to Uzbekistan is not required (visa-free entry for up to 30–60 days). Only a valid international passport is needed.
Currency:
The local currency is the Sum. It is best to bring US Dollars (new banknotes, clean, without marks) or Euros. Visa/Mastercard cards work in the capital, but cash is required at bazaars.
SIM Card:
Right at the airport, we will help you purchase a tourist SIM card (Uztelecom/Beeline) for $5–10. 4G coverage is excellent in all cities and even on highways.
Dress Code:
Uzbekistan is a secular country. There is no strict dress code. However, when visiting mosques, it is recommended to cover shoulders and knees (applies to both men and women).
Safety:
Uzbekistan is ranked among the top safest countries in the world. You can calmly walk around night Bukhara or Tashkent; the locals are very friendly and hospitable.
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