Treasures of Uzbekistan
Private Touring
- Flexible Dates
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Flexible Itinerary
- Upgrade Accommodation
- Local Guide Service
- Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
Itinerary
Arrive to Tashkent airport, meet and greet service, Transfer to the hotel, check-in at 14:00, having rest.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Begin your city tour in Tashkent with an excursion through the old part of the city, visiting the Khasti Imam complex, which includes the Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum (15th century), Barak Khan Madrassah (16th century), and the Muy-Mubarak Mosque, home to the famous Koran of Khalif Osman and the gold hair of Prophet Muhammad. You will also visit the Dzhuma Mosque of Khodja Akhrar Vali and the Abdulkasim Madrassah (19th century). Shopping at the Chorsu national oriental bazaar.
Next, explore modern Tashkent, starting with the Alisher Navoi Opera and Ballet Theatre, then visit Amir Timur Square, where the monument to the great commander stands proudly at the center, alongside the famous Tashkent clocks and the Uzbekistan (Intourist) Hotel. You will also visit the Palace of Forums and stroll down "Broadway," a vibrant alley of artists offering inexpensive souvenirs. Night at the hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Tashkent Railway Station for a train to Samarkand (based on schedule and availability).
Embark on an exciting excursion in Samarkand, starting with a visit to the Mausoleum of Guri Emir, the tomb of Tamerlane (14th-15th century), where Amir Temur, his sons, and grandsons are buried. Continue to Registan Square, one of the finest examples of urban planning in Central Asia, dating back to the 17th century. It features three remarkable madrasahs: Ulugbek (1417-1420), Sher-Dor (1619-1636), and Tillya-Kari (1647-1660), each showcasing the rich history of Samarkand.
Next, visit the Bibi Khanum Mosque, the largest in Central Asia and one of the grandest in the Muslim world. Its awe-inspiring architecture draws the gaze of all who enter the city.
The final stop is the Shahi-Zinda architectural complex (11th-15th century), a royal burial site. The main mausoleum houses the imaginary grave of Kusam Ibn Abbas, the cousin of the Prophet Muhammad, whose name "Shahi Zinda" means "Living King" in Persian. Night at the hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart for Bukhara, with a stop in the town of Gijduvan, known for its rich ceramic traditions. Visit the house-museum of a renowned local ceramist, where you’ll see unique handmade pieces and learn about centuries-old techniques passed down through generations. Afterwards, continue the journey to Bukhara. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and enjoy some time to rest. Overnight at the hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
Tour of Bukhara: Ark Citadel – a city within a city (4th century BC), Bolo House Mosque (early 20th century) The architectural ensemble of Poi-Kalon (Pedestal of the Great), the religious heart of Holy Bukhara, consists of the Kalyan minaret, the Kalyan Mosque and the Miri-Arab madrasah. Ulugbek Madrasah (1417), Nodir - Divan - Begi Madrasah, Abdul Aziz Khan Madrasah, Magoki-Attori Mosque (12th-16th centuries), Lyabi Hauz Ensemble (14th-17th century), The Kosh-Madrasah ensemble (consisting of two opposing madrasahs Madari-Abdullakhan (Abdullakhan's mother) and Abdullakhan madrasah, the Samanid Mausoleum (the tomb of representatives of the Samanid dynasty of the late 9th - early 10th century), the Chashma Ayub Mausoleum (Job's Spring), Chor Minor (Four minarets). Night at the hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
Then, embark on an excursion outside the city of Bukhara, starting with a visit to the mausoleum of Bahoutdin Naqshbandi, a revered Sufi teacher from the 16th-19th centuries, and the founder of the influential Naqshbandi order. Continue to explore the necropolis of Chor Bakr, a significant architectural complex listed in the UNESCO catalog. This site, known as the "City of the Dead" abroad, is home to the tombs of sheikhs from the Djuybar Seyid family. The name "Chor-Bakr" translates to "Four Brothers." Next, visit the Sitorai Mohi Khosa Palace, also known as the "Palace Like Stars and the Moon." This beautiful country residence, built in the late 19th to early 20th century, was once the home of the Emir of Bukhara.
Transfer to Bukhara Railway Station for a train to Tashkent (based on schedule and availability). Night at the hotel.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Accommodation in the specified hotels on a double/twin sharing basis.
No additional early check-ins or late check-outs are included in the tour cost.
- Meals: Breakfast at the hotels.
- Services of air-conditioned comfortable transport with a professional driver as per the program:
- 1-2 pax: Sedan Car.
- 3-7 pax: Minivan.
- English-speaking guide service (1 – 9 pax local guides).
• 1-9 pax: Local Guides.
- Entrance fees for all the mentioned monuments.
- Economy class train tickets for the following routes:
- Tashkent to Samarkand.
- Bukhara to Tashkent.
Exclusions
- International flight tickets
- Lunches and Dinners
- Beverages and alcoholic drinks
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Porter services at the airports, stations, and hotels
- Personal expenses and any services not included in the above program
Notes
Hotels used or similar
3* category hotels
Tashkent - Qushbegi Plaza or similar
Samarkand - Arba or similar
Bukhara - Rangrez or similar
4* category hotels
Tashkent - Wyndham Tashkent or similar
Samarkand - Dilimah or similar
Bukhara - Shahriston or similar
* The schedule of internal railway and air tickets is subject to change.
* Check-in time at the hotel is 14:00, and check-out is at 12:00. Any early or late check-ins/check-outs incur additional charges payable directly to the hotel administration (unless negotiated in advance - please refer to the list of included services).
Train tickets become available for sale 60 days before the train's departure, and no pre-reservation is possible. Therefore, we require complete and accurate passport information at least 62 days before the departure date to proceed with ticket issuance.
Please note that during high season, Afrosiab and Sharq train seats are often reserved exclusively for government use, which prevents companies from issuing them. Should this occur, we will propose an alternative transportation option.
Rate mentioned are “starting from” rates and may change based on the actual travel dates and due to the increase in fuel rates, entrance fees as well as cost of meals at restaurants.
