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- Destination: Uzbekistan
- Duration: 10 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
This Uzbekistan Highlights Tour takes you on an unforgettable journey along the ancient Silk Road, revealing the cultural, architectural, and historical treasures of Central Asia. Travel from the modern capital Tashkent to the timeless cities of Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, and Shakhrisabz, where empires once flourished and caravan routes connected East and West. Designed as a private and fully guided experience, this classic itinerary combines UNESCO World Heritage sites, vibrant bazaars, iconic Islamic monuments, and authentic local encounters. It is an ideal introduction for travelers seeking a deep, comfortable, and enriching exploration of Uzbekistan.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 2
Tashkent
Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Timur Square, Khast Imam Square, Museum of Applied Arts, Independence Square
3
Khiva
Kuhna Ark Fortress, Kalta Minor Minaret, Isfandiyar Palace, Juma Mosque
4 - 7
Bukhara
Ark of Bukhara, Bolo Khauz Mosque, Samanid Mausoleum, Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa, Chor Bakr Necropolis, Trading Domes
8
Samarkand
Registan Square, Shakhi Zinda Memorial Complex, Mausoleum of Gur-e-Amir, Ulugbek's Observatory, Siab Bazaar
9
Shahrisabz
Ak Saray Palace, Dorut Tilovat Complex, Dorus Saodat Mausoleum, Hazrat Imam Mosque
10
Tashkent
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Tashkent
Arrive in Tashkent, Uzbekistan’s vibrant capital and gateway to the Silk Road. Meet your private guide and enjoy a smooth transfer to your hotel. After check-in, relax or take a gentle stroll to get your first feel of the city’s wide boulevards and leafy parks.
Highlights: Private airport transfer, first impressions of Tashkent, leisure time
- Tashkent
- Day 2: Tashkent City Tour
Discover the cultural contrasts of Tashkent, where ancient traditions meet modern life. Visit the Khast Imam Complex, home to one of the world’s oldest Qurans, explore the lively Chorsu Bazaar, and admire elegant Soviet-era and contemporary architecture across the city.
Highlights: Khast Imam Complex, Chorsu Bazaar, old and modern Tashkent
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- Khiva
- Day 3: Tashkent – Khiva (Flight)
Fly to Urgench and transfer to the desert oasis of Khiva. Step inside the walled city of Itchan Kala, a UNESCO World Heritage site that feels frozen in time, with its clay-brick streets, turquoise domes, and towering minarets.
Highlights: Domestic flight, Itchan Kala, UNESCO open-air museum
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- Khiva
- Day 4: Khiva Exploration
Spend the day uncovering Khiva’s remarkable monuments, including Kunya Ark Fortress, Islam Khoja Minaret, and historic madrasahs and palaces that once protected Silk Road caravans and royal courts.
Highlights: Kunya Ark Fortress, Islam Khoja Minaret, Silk Road architecture
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- Bukhara
- Day 5: Khiva – Bukhara (Desert Journey)
Travel across the vast Kyzylkum Desert, following the ancient caravan route of Silk Road merchants. Watch the changing desert landscapes as you journey to Bukhara, one of Central Asia’s most important religious and cultural centers.
Highlights: Kyzylkum Desert drive, Silk Road caravan route, scenic landscapes
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- Bukhara
- Day 6: Bukhara City Tour
Explore the sacred city of Bukhara, home to more than a thousand years of preserved history. Visit the majestic Poi Kalyan Complex, the powerful Ark Fortress, and the atmospheric Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble, surrounded by historic trading domes.
Highlights: Poi Kalyan Complex, Ark Fortress, Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble
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- Bukhara
- Day 7: Bukhara – Samarkand
Journey to the legendary city of Samarkand, once the jewel of the Silk Road. En route, enjoy views of rural Uzbekistan before arriving in a city renowned for its monumental architecture and imperial past.
Highlights: Overland journey, Silk Road scenery, arrival in Samarkand
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- Samarkand
- Day 8: Samarkand City Tour
Discover Samarkand’s most iconic landmarks, including the breathtaking Registan Square, the elegant Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the grand Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and the sacred Shah-i-Zinda necropolis.
Highlights: Registan Square, Timurid masterpieces, UNESCO-listed monuments
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- Day 9: Samarkand – Shakhrisabz – Samarkand
Travel to Shakhrisabz, the birthplace of Amir Timur. Explore the impressive ruins of Ak-Saray Palace and historic mosques that reflect the ambition and power of the Timurid Empire before returning to Samarkand.
Highlights: Shakhrisabz, Ak-Saray Palace, Timurid heritage
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- Tashkent
- Day 10: Departure from Samarkand
Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Depart with lasting memories of Uzbekistan’s legendary Silk Road cities, rich culture, and warm hospitality.
Highlights: Private airport transfer, end of journey
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