Ultimate Silk Road Journey: Uzbekistan

DAY - 1
Arrival in Tashkent
Arrival in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to your hotel (check-in from 14:00).
Tashkent is one of Central Asia’s oldest cities, where ancient Silk Road heritage meets modern urban development. Wide boulevards, green parks, and a blend of Soviet and contemporary architecture define the city.
Free time to relax after your journey.
Overnight in Tashkent

DAY - 2
Tashkent City Tour & Transfer to Samarkand
Explore the historical heart of Tashkent:
• Khast Imam Complex – spiritual center of the city
• Chorsu Bazaar – vibrant traditional market
Enjoy lunch at the famous Besh Qozon Plov Center, where Uzbekistan’s national dish is prepared in giant traditional cauldrons.
In the afternoon, transfer to Samarkand.
Overnight in Samarkand
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY - 3
Samarkand: Jewel of the Silk Road
Discover Samarkand, one of the most legendary cities of the Silk Road.
Highlights include:
• Registan Square – the most iconic landmark in Central Asia
• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum – resting place of Amir Timur
• Bibi-Khanym Mosque – monumental Islamic architecture
• Siab Bazaar – local market experience
• Shah-i-Zinda Complex – a stunning avenue of mausoleums
• Ulugh Beg Observatory – medieval scientific achievement
Overnight in Samarkand
Meals: Breakfast

DAY - 4
Gijduvan & Arrival in Bukhara
Depart towards Bukhara, with a stop in Gijduvan, known for its ceramic craftsmanship.
Visit a local artisan family and discover traditional pottery techniques passed through generations. Enjoy a homemade lunch with local specialties.
Continue to Bukhara, a UNESCO-listed city with over 2,000 years of history.
Overnight in Bukhara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY - 5
Bukhara: Living History
Explore Bukhara, one of the best-preserved Silk Road cities.
Highlights include:
• Samanid Mausoleum
• Chashma Ayub
• Bolo Hauz Mosque
• Ark Fortress
• Poi Kalyan Complex
• Historic madrasas and bazaars
Overnight in Bukhara
Meals: Breakfast

DAY - 6
Desert Journey to Khiva
Travel through the vast Kyzylkum Desert, following ancient caravan routes of the Silk Road.
Enjoy scenic stops along the way to experience the desert landscape and take photographs.
Arrive in Khiva, one of the most authentic and well-preserved historical cities in Central Asia.
Overnight in Khiva
Meals: Breakfast

DAY - 7
Khiva: Open-Air Museum
Explore Khiva, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a true open-air museum.
Within the walls of Ichan Kala, visit:
• Kunya Ark Fortress
• Pahlavan Mahmud Complex
• Islam Khoja Minaret – panoramic city views
• Juma Mosque – famous for its wooden columns
• Tash Khauli Palace
Transfer to Urgench airport for flight to Tashkent (optional).
Overnight in Khiva / Tashkent
Meals: Breakfast

DAY - 8
Transfer to the airport for departure.
End of the tour.
Meals: Breakfast

TOUR STARTING DAYS

19.08.2026-26.08.2026 07.10.2026-14.10.2026
26.08.2026-02.09.2026 14.10.2026-21.10.2026
02.09.2026-09.09.2026 21.10.2026-28.10.2026
09.09.2026-16.09.2026 28.10.2026-04.11.2026
16.09.2026-23.09.2026 04.11.2026-11.11.2026
23.09.2026-30.09.2026 11.11.2026-18.11.2026
30.09.2026-07.10.2026 18.11.2026-25.11.2026