Tour to Uzbekistan “Ancient Cities of the Silk Road”
Tour to Uzbekistan “Ancient Cities of the Silk Road”
Duration
12 days
Group Size
from 2 to 12
Accomodation
3-4* Hotels
Cities
4 cities
from
$2,576
per tourist per 12 days
Duration
12 days
Group Size
from 2 to 12
Accomodation
3-4* Hotels
Cities
4 cities
per tourist per 12 days
$2,576
from
Unveil the Ancient Cities of the Silk Road: Uzbekistan Tour
Experience the enchanting allure of Uzbekistan’s ancient cities on a 12-day tour. Journey through the historic Silk Road cities, marvel at the architectural wonders of Samarkand’s Registan Square, explore the charming streets of Bukhara, and step back in time in the well-preserved city of Khiva. Delight in the local cuisine, engage with artisans in Tashkent, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture and history of Uzbekistan. Join us for an unforgettable adventure through one of Central Asia’s most captivating destinations!
Unforgettable Tour Highlights Await!
- Journey Along the Silk Road: Explore the historic Silk Road cities, where the past meets the present in Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva.
- Architectural Marvels: Marvel at the stunning blue-tiled domes, madrasas, and minarets that define Uzbekistan's unique and breathtaking architecture.
- Registan Square's Grandeur: Stand in awe of Registan Square's grandeur in Samarkand, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its three magnificent madrasas.
- Local Cuisine Adventure: Savor the delicious flavors of Uzbek cuisine, from plov to shashlik, and enjoy traditional tea ceremonies.
- Charming Bukhara: Immerse yourself in the charm of Bukhara's old town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its maze of narrow streets and bustling bazaars.
- Khiva's Ancient Wonders: Step back in time in the preserved city of Khiva, where you can explore its medieval architecture and vibrant history.
- Ceramic and Textile Workshops: Get hands-on in Tashkent with local artisans, creating your own ceramics and textiles to take home as unique souvenirs.
- Warm Uzbek Hospitality: Experience the warmth and hospitality of Uzbek people as you stay in charming guesthouses and meet friendly locals.
- Historical Insights: Gain deep insights into the history and culture of Uzbekistan through guided tours and engaging interactions with knowledgeable guides.
Itinerary
✈ Tashkent
Welcome to hospitality Uzbekistan, a land of rich history, culture and ancient architecture.
Welcome to hospitality Uzbekistan, a land of rich history, culture and ancient architecture.
Meeting with our driver outside of airport gates
Transfer to hotel
Time for leisure and relax
18:30 transfer to “Welcome Dinner”
19:00 Light Welcome dinner at the national restaurant
Night in Tashkent
Breakfast | Dinner
Transfer to hotel
Time for leisure and relax
18:30 transfer to “Welcome Dinner”
19:00 Light Welcome dinner at the national restaurant
Night in Tashkent
Breakfast | Dinner
Tashkent
Breakfast at hotel
10:00 Sightseeing program around the center of Tashkent.
Independence Square
Amir Timur Square
Opera and Ballet Theater named after Alisher Navoi
the Museum of Applied Arts
13:00 Break for lunch
Hasti Imam complex - historical sight where we will see the oldest Othman Koran in the world
Old city
Chor-Su market (the one of the biggest bazaars in Tashkent). We will go there by Tashkent metro (subway)
Duration of tour: 5-6 hours
17:40 Transfer to Tashkent railway station
18:45 Train departure from Tashkent
20:53 Arrival in Samarkand
At the exit you will be met by our driver with the sign "Minzifa Travel
Time for dinner and leisure
Overnight at hotel in Samarkand
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 5 - 6 hour
Breakfast at hotel
10:00 Sightseeing program around the center of Tashkent.
Independence Square
Amir Timur Square
Opera and Ballet Theater named after Alisher Navoi
the Museum of Applied Arts
13:00 Break for lunch
Hasti Imam complex - historical sight where we will see the oldest Othman Koran in the world
Old city
Chor-Su market (the one of the biggest bazaars in Tashkent). We will go there by Tashkent metro (subway)
Duration of tour: 5-6 hours
17:40 Transfer to Tashkent railway station
18:45 Train departure from Tashkent
20:53 Arrival in Samarkand
At the exit you will be met by our driver with the sign "Minzifa Travel
Time for dinner and leisure
Overnight at hotel in Samarkand
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 5 - 6 hour
10:00 Guided sightseeing tour around Samarkand.
Gur-Emir Mausoleum (“the grave of Emir”).
Registan square, which was the center of Samarkand during centuries. Registan Square is a complex of three monuments: Ulugbek Madrassah (15 th century), Sher-Dor Madrassah (17 century) and Tilla-Kari Madrassah (17 century).
13:00 Lunch at national uzbek house and master class of baking uzbek bread
Bibi Khanym mosque (the 15th century) it was the biggest mosque in CA
Syob bazaar
Duration of tour:6 - 7 hours
Night in Samarkand hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 6 - 7 hour
Gur-Emir Mausoleum (“the grave of Emir”).
Registan square, which was the center of Samarkand during centuries. Registan Square is a complex of three monuments: Ulugbek Madrassah (15 th century), Sher-Dor Madrassah (17 century) and Tilla-Kari Madrassah (17 century).
13:00 Lunch at national uzbek house and master class of baking uzbek bread
Bibi Khanym mosque (the 15th century) it was the biggest mosque in CA
Syob bazaar
Duration of tour:6 - 7 hours
Night in Samarkand hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 6 - 7 hour
Samarkand
10:00 Guided sightseeing tour around Samarkand.
Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis, where you will find a complex consisting of more than twenty buildings, unique in Central Asia.
Visit Ulugbek Observatory - incredible construction of the 15th century for studying astronomy and the Afrosiab Museum.The museum is located on the site of an ancient settlement called Afrosiab. In 1220 the city was almost completely destroyed by the Mongol ruler Genghis Khan.
13:00 Break for lunch
Saint Daniel Mausoleum
Visit Silk Road Complex and Kunya Meros Paper Factory (recreated handmade production of ancient paper from mulberry tree, here you will see the whole process of paper production
Eternal City - Silk Road Samarkand
Duration of tour:6 - 7 hours
Time for dinner
20:00 Transfer to Samarkand train station
21:03 Departure from Samarkand to Bukhara by train
22:34 Arrival to Bukhara
Night in Bukhara hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 6 - 7 hour
10:00 Guided sightseeing tour around Samarkand.
Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis, where you will find a complex consisting of more than twenty buildings, unique in Central Asia.
Visit Ulugbek Observatory - incredible construction of the 15th century for studying astronomy and the Afrosiab Museum.The museum is located on the site of an ancient settlement called Afrosiab. In 1220 the city was almost completely destroyed by the Mongol ruler Genghis Khan.
13:00 Break for lunch
Saint Daniel Mausoleum
Visit Silk Road Complex and Kunya Meros Paper Factory (recreated handmade production of ancient paper from mulberry tree, here you will see the whole process of paper production
Eternal City - Silk Road Samarkand
Duration of tour:6 - 7 hours
Time for dinner
20:00 Transfer to Samarkand train station
21:03 Departure from Samarkand to Bukhara by train
22:34 Arrival to Bukhara
Night in Bukhara hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 6 - 7 hour
Bukhara
Breakfast at the hotel
10:00 Sightseeing program
Beginning of sightseeing tour in Bukhara:
Visit to the Mausoleum of Ismail Samani
Chashma Ayub Mausoleum (Job's Well), located near Samanid Mausoleum.
A visit to the Bolo House Mosque of the 18th-20th centuries.
Ark fortress, citadel of Emir of Bukhara.
13:00 Lunch at a local chaikhana
Continuation of sightseeing tour:
Poi Kalyan complex includes - Kalyan Mosque and Kalyan Minaret, Mir-Arab Madrassah,
Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan Madrassahs,
Ancient Trading Domes
Tea Tasting at the national house of Uzbek family
The 12th century Magoki-Attori Mosque.
Lyabi House complex, consisting of three architectural monuments: Kukeldash Madrasah, Nodir Divan Begi Madrasah and Hanaka Madrasah of the 17th century.
Duration of tour: 6 - 7 hours
18:00 Master class of cooking pilav
Overnight in Bukhara hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 6 - 7 hour
Breakfast at the hotel
10:00 Sightseeing program
Beginning of sightseeing tour in Bukhara:
Visit to the Mausoleum of Ismail Samani
Chashma Ayub Mausoleum (Job's Well), located near Samanid Mausoleum.
A visit to the Bolo House Mosque of the 18th-20th centuries.
Ark fortress, citadel of Emir of Bukhara.
13:00 Lunch at a local chaikhana
Continuation of sightseeing tour:
Poi Kalyan complex includes - Kalyan Mosque and Kalyan Minaret, Mir-Arab Madrassah,
Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan Madrassahs,
Ancient Trading Domes
Tea Tasting at the national house of Uzbek family
The 12th century Magoki-Attori Mosque.
Lyabi House complex, consisting of three architectural monuments: Kukeldash Madrasah, Nodir Divan Begi Madrasah and Hanaka Madrasah of the 17th century.
Duration of tour: 6 - 7 hours
18:00 Master class of cooking pilav
Overnight in Bukhara hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 6 - 7 hour
Bukhara
Breakfast at hotel
10:00 Guided sightseeing program in the suburb of Bukhara city.
Pilgrimage sight - Bahauddin Nakshbandi theologist of sufizm 14 century.
Sitorai Mohi Khosa - Summer palace of the Emir of Bukhara.
Madrassa Chor-Minor.
13:00 Lunch in local chaikhana
Bukhara - Khiva
14:00 Departure from Bukhara to Khiva
This morning, you are set for a long journey to Bukhara. Note that this will be the longest relocation during the entire tour. During the journey through the Kyzylkum desert, you will see the full depth of Uzbekistan's natural terrain. A boxed lunch will be provided during the trip.
On the way to Khiva we will make other 3 stop
Stop 1: to take photos of Amu Darya River
Stop 2: to enjoy scenery of desert and make photos
20:00 Arrival to Khiva
Transfer to hotel, accommodation, rest
Overnight in Khiva hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Breakfast at hotel
10:00 Guided sightseeing program in the suburb of Bukhara city.
Pilgrimage sight - Bahauddin Nakshbandi theologist of sufizm 14 century.
Sitorai Mohi Khosa - Summer palace of the Emir of Bukhara.
Madrassa Chor-Minor.
13:00 Lunch in local chaikhana
Bukhara - Khiva
14:00 Departure from Bukhara to Khiva
This morning, you are set for a long journey to Bukhara. Note that this will be the longest relocation during the entire tour. During the journey through the Kyzylkum desert, you will see the full depth of Uzbekistan's natural terrain. A boxed lunch will be provided during the trip.
On the way to Khiva we will make other 3 stop
Stop 1: to take photos of Amu Darya River
Stop 2: to enjoy scenery of desert and make photos
20:00 Arrival to Khiva
Transfer to hotel, accommodation, rest
Overnight in Khiva hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Khiva
Breakfast at hotel
10:00 Khiva city tour
Khiva’s old city, known as Ichan Kala, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the carpet workshop.
You will see palaces with the rich mosaic, unique beautiful minarets, madrassas and mosques such as:
Kunya-Ark Fortress,
Pahlavan Mahmud complex ,
Tash-Khawli Palace (Harem),
Kalta-Minor Minaret,
Islam Khoja Complex.
Lunch in chaikhana “National House” (by yourself).
Visit woodcarving and carpet workshops.
12:00 Lunch at the chaikhana
Continuation of sightseeing program:
Juma Mosque and Minaret,
Karavan-Saray,
Minaret and Mosque of Khodja-Islam,
Tim of Ala-Kuli Khan,
Madrassah of Abdulla-Khan,
Seyyid Allauddin Mausoleum,
Madrassah of Muhamad Amin-Khan
Madrasa of Muhamad Rakhim-Khan
Walls and gates.
Duration of tour: 5 hours
Overnight in Khiva hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 5 hour
Breakfast at hotel
10:00 Khiva city tour
Khiva’s old city, known as Ichan Kala, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit the carpet workshop.
You will see palaces with the rich mosaic, unique beautiful minarets, madrassas and mosques such as:
Kunya-Ark Fortress,
Pahlavan Mahmud complex ,
Tash-Khawli Palace (Harem),
Kalta-Minor Minaret,
Islam Khoja Complex.
Lunch in chaikhana “National House” (by yourself).
Visit woodcarving and carpet workshops.
12:00 Lunch at the chaikhana
Continuation of sightseeing program:
Juma Mosque and Minaret,
Karavan-Saray,
Minaret and Mosque of Khodja-Islam,
Tim of Ala-Kuli Khan,
Madrassah of Abdulla-Khan,
Seyyid Allauddin Mausoleum,
Madrassah of Muhamad Amin-Khan
Madrasa of Muhamad Rakhim-Khan
Walls and gates.
Duration of tour: 5 hours
Overnight in Khiva hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 5 hour
Khiva - Nukus (by land vehicle)
08:00 Departure from Khiva to the Kyzylkum desert by Car. (110 km) with stops:
Kyzyl-Kala fortress (Red city), Toprak Kala fortress ,
11:00 Arrival at Ayaz Kala
The Ayaz Kala fortress existed from the 4th century BC to the 7th century AD. 1-12 centuries, unique monuments of antiquity, were fortifications for settlements engaged in agriculture.
12:30 - 13:00 Lunch on the way
Here you can ride camels, walk through the ruins.
Continue our trip to Nukus ( 160 km / 3 hours )
16:00 Arrival to Nukus
Transfer to hotel, to leave luggage
16:30 Guided sightseeing program in Nukus and its surroundings.
One of the most interesting sights which attracts visitors from all over the world, is the Art Museum of I. V. Savitskiy, world-known for its unique collection of paintings and sculptures of Russian Soviet avant-guard of 1920s to 1960s. Visit Karakalpak State Museum of Art which contains more than 50 000 paintings and other works of art.
Overnight in Nukus
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 3 hour
08:00 Departure from Khiva to the Kyzylkum desert by Car. (110 km) with stops:
Kyzyl-Kala fortress (Red city), Toprak Kala fortress ,
11:00 Arrival at Ayaz Kala
The Ayaz Kala fortress existed from the 4th century BC to the 7th century AD. 1-12 centuries, unique monuments of antiquity, were fortifications for settlements engaged in agriculture.
12:30 - 13:00 Lunch on the way
Here you can ride camels, walk through the ruins.
Continue our trip to Nukus ( 160 km / 3 hours )
16:00 Arrival to Nukus
Transfer to hotel, to leave luggage
16:30 Guided sightseeing program in Nukus and its surroundings.
One of the most interesting sights which attracts visitors from all over the world, is the Art Museum of I. V. Savitskiy, world-known for its unique collection of paintings and sculptures of Russian Soviet avant-guard of 1920s to 1960s. Visit Karakalpak State Museum of Art which contains more than 50 000 paintings and other works of art.
Overnight in Nukus
Breakfast | Lunch
Duration: 3 hour
Breakfast at hotel
Nukus - Muynak - Nukus (by car)
Breakfast at hotel
09:00 Departure from Nukus to the lake Sudochie. In the past, Lake Sudochye was a large, albeit shallow, basin in the Amu Darya delta, and the largest lake in the delta
On the way - stop and inspect the ruins of the lighthouse near the abandoned village of Urga.
The stop in Muynak (the former port city) is an inspection of the "ship graveyard".
Drive back to Nukus with the visit to the ancient fortress of Kurgancha Kala 13th c.
On the way to Nukus - a stop in the memorial complex of Mizdakhan and the fortress of Gyaur Kal
Note; this trip will take 8 - 9 hours / road trip
21:00 Transfer to Nukus International Airport.
22:30 Departure from Nukus
23:50 Arrival in Tashkent
Overnight in Tashkent hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Nukus - Muynak - Nukus (by car)
Breakfast at hotel
09:00 Departure from Nukus to the lake Sudochie. In the past, Lake Sudochye was a large, albeit shallow, basin in the Amu Darya delta, and the largest lake in the delta
On the way - stop and inspect the ruins of the lighthouse near the abandoned village of Urga.
The stop in Muynak (the former port city) is an inspection of the "ship graveyard".
Drive back to Nukus with the visit to the ancient fortress of Kurgancha Kala 13th c.
On the way to Nukus - a stop in the memorial complex of Mizdakhan and the fortress of Gyaur Kal
Note; this trip will take 8 - 9 hours / road trip
21:00 Transfer to Nukus International Airport.
22:30 Departure from Nukus
23:50 Arrival in Tashkent
Overnight in Tashkent hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Tashkent Chimgan & Charvak
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Drive to Chimgan mountains. The road winds through beautiful mountain scenery,
Survey of the surroundings.
10:30 Approximate Time of Arrival in Amirsoy
Drive to the Amirsoy area, where you can take a ride on the chair lift. ATV rides on request (optional).
Lunch at the chaikhana
Then the road leads to Charvak reservoir surrounded by mountainsides. Arrival at the reservoir. Charvak reservoir is a wonderful place for rest and active sports including paragliding (optional). A few minutes of flight can turn out to be one of the most vivid memories in your life. The flight lasts 5-10 minutes.
Drive around Charvak reservoir
Visit to Hodjikent grotto with petroglyphs.
17:00 Return to Tashkent
Overnight in Tashkent hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Drive to Chimgan mountains. The road winds through beautiful mountain scenery,
Survey of the surroundings.
10:30 Approximate Time of Arrival in Amirsoy
Drive to the Amirsoy area, where you can take a ride on the chair lift. ATV rides on request (optional).
Lunch at the chaikhana
Then the road leads to Charvak reservoir surrounded by mountainsides. Arrival at the reservoir. Charvak reservoir is a wonderful place for rest and active sports including paragliding (optional). A few minutes of flight can turn out to be one of the most vivid memories in your life. The flight lasts 5-10 minutes.
Drive around Charvak reservoir
Visit to Hodjikent grotto with petroglyphs.
17:00 Return to Tashkent
Overnight in Tashkent hotel
Breakfast | Lunch
Tashkent ✈ New York
Lunch boxes for breakfast
04:00 Transfer to the International Airport of Tashkent for the further departure back to homeland
06:40 AM Departure from Tashkent
10:50 AM Arrival in Homeland
The End of Tour!
Breakfast
Lunch boxes for breakfast
04:00 Transfer to the International Airport of Tashkent for the further departure back to homeland
06:40 AM Departure from Tashkent
10:50 AM Arrival in Homeland
The End of Tour!
Breakfast
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Price in inclusions
- Half Board - 11 breakfasts , 2 master classes, 1 welcome dinner 9-Lunches
- Master class of cooking Samarkand national bread + lunch
- Master class of cooking Uzbek Plov with dinner at national house
- Tea Tasting at the Tea House of Uzbek family
- Welcome Dinner at the first day in Uzbekistan
- Lunch boxes on the way from Bukhara to Khiva
Meals
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Transportation
- Hotel porterage
- Hotel taxes, fees & service charges
- Accommodation based on Double/ Twin bedroom at 3*, 4* star and boutique hotels.
- Visa support for Uzbekistan (free of charge from Minzifa Travel) - arrangement of E-Visa
- Accompanied by English speaking guide during the whole GROUP tour according to program (Local Guides in Individual tour).
- Entrance tickets to sightseeings and museums
- All transfer and transportation during the whole tour (according itinerary) in modern air-conditioned vehicles
- Transfer from/to airport
- Transfer Bukhara - Khiva depending on group size
- Fast train tickets Tashkent - Samarkand, Samarkand - Bukhara (economy class)
- Air plane tickets Nukus - Tashkent (economy class)
Please note that we use a local supplier for your arrival airport transfer, your driver may not speak English.
Accommodation
Tashkent
4 stars
2 nights
Inspra-S Hotel
9.0
Exceptional
1,446 real reviews
Most popular facilities:
Breakfast available
Indoor swimming pool
Fitness center
Samarkand
4 stars
2 nights
Zarafshan Parkside
9.2
Exceptional
636 real reviews
Most popular facilities:
Breakfast available
Outdoor swimming pool
Fitness center
Bukhara
Boutique
2 nights
Boutique Hotel Minzifa
9.5
Exceptional
1,128 real reviews
Most popular facilities:
Breakfast available
Free Wifi
Restaurant
Khiva
Boutique
2 nights
Zarafshan Boutique Hotel
4.3
27 real reviews
Room features
Air conditioning
Free Wifi
Bottled water
Nukus
2 nights
3 stars
Jipak Joli Hotel
9.0
Exceptional
246 real reviews
Most popular facilities:
Excellent Breakfast
Facilities for disabled guests
2 restaurants
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May 6, 2025 → May 17, 2025
2 adults
$2,983
$2,983
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May 20, 2025 → May 31, 2025
Jun 17, 2025 → Jun 28, 2025
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$2,983
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