8-Day Extended Uzbekistan Tour: Tashkent – Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
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Classic 8-day tour covering Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand. Domestic flight to Urgench, Kyzylkum Desert drive, high-speed trains. Folklore show, Konigil paper workshop, wine tasting.
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Highlights
- •Khiva: UNESCO Ichan-Kala, Kunya Ark, Kalta-Minor, Tosh-Khovli
- •Kyzylkum Desert drive (Khiva → Bukhara)
- •Bukhara: Samanid Mausoleum, Ark, Kalyan, Folklore show
- •Samarkand: Registan, Gur-e Amir, Shah-i-Zinda, Konigil workshop
Itinerary
Day 1 – Tashkent → Urgench → Khiva
Arrival in Tashkent and city tour including Hazrati-Imam Complex, Chorsu Bazaar, Kukeldash Madrasa, Museum of Applied Arts, and Independence Square. In the evening, take a flight to Urgench, then transfer to Khiva. Dinner and overnight in Khiva.
Day 2 – Khiva
Full-day sightseeing in UNESCO-listed Ichan-Kala, visiting Kunya Ark, Kalta-Minor Minaret, Shergazi Khan Madrasa, Juma Mosque, Tosh-Khovli Palace, Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, and the ancient city walls and gates. Dinner and overnight in Khiva.
Day 3 – Khiva → Bukhara
Drive through the Kyzylkum Desert (approx. 450 km), with a stop at the Amudarya River. Arrival in Bukhara, followed by dinner and overnight.
Day 4 – Bukhara
City tour of Bukhara including Samanid Mausoleum, Ark Fortress, Kalyan Minaret, Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble, and historic domed bazaars. In the evening, enjoy a folklore show at Nadir Divan Begi Madrasa. Overnight in Bukhara.
Day 5 – Bukhara → Samarkand
Morning train to Samarkand (approx. 260 km). Lunch upon arrival and free time to explore the city at your own pace. Overnight in Samarkand.
Day 6 – Samarkand
Full-day sightseeing including Registan Square, Gur-e Amir Mausoleum, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis, Ulugbek Observatory, and Siyob Bazaar. Overnight in Samarkand.
Day 7 – Samarkand → Tashkent
Visit Siyob Bazaar, Konigil silk paper workshop, and enjoy wine tasting. Afternoon Afrosiyob high-speed train to Tashkent. Farewell dinner. Overnight in Tashkent or airport transfer, depending on departure time.
Day 8 – Departure
Transfer to Tashkent International Airport. End of the tour.
What's Included
- ✓Accommodation in 3–4★ hotels.
- ✓Daily breakfasts.
- ✓One dinner at a local house.
- ✓Domestic flight (Tashkent → Urgench).
- ✓Train tickets (Bukhara → Samarkand, Samarkand → Tashkent).
- ✓All transfers and transportation.
- ✓English-speaking local guides.
- ✓Air-conditioned vehicle.
- ✓All fees and taxes.
- ✓Entrance tickets to all sights & museums.
- ✓6 nights twin rooms in highly rated centrally located 3–4★ or boutique hotel.
- ✓Visa support if needed.
- ✓24-hour customer service.
What's Not Included
- ✗Tips for guides and drivers.
- ✗Photo/video museum charge – cash at entrance €1–2/site.
- ✗Single room supplement €20/single room/night.
- ✗Domestic airline ticket Tashkent–Urgench starting at €50–70/ticket.
What do I need to bring?
Bring your passport, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, a reusable water bottle and layers for changing temperatures. Mountain routes need warm clothing and weather protection even in summer. Confirm the packing list, entry documents and any permits for your itinerary before departure.