Routing:
Tashkent >> Khiva >> Bukhara >> Gijduvan >> Samarkand >> Tashkent
Take a captivating journey through the heart of Central Asia, focusing on the historical cities that flourished along the ancient trade routes across Tashkent, Bukhara, Samarkand and Khiva. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, stunning architecture, and vibrant traditions of Uzbekistan – recommended for first-time visitors.
Trip Highlights
- Marvel at Ichan-Qala in Khiva (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- Take the Tashkent Metro
- Join a pilaw masterclass during dinner in Bukhara
- Visit the marvellous Registan Square
- Dinner at a traditional Uzbek house in Samarkand
- Take a cable car ride at Chimgan Mountains
- See the Hazrati Usman Quran
Upon arrival in Tashkent International Airport, meet with your airport representative outside the arrival hall and transfer to your hotel.
*Note: Early check-in subject to hotel's availability at point of arrival.
Dinner and overnight in Tashkent.
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After an early breakfast, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Urgench. Transfer to Khiva upon arrival.
Embark on a full-day walking tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site Ichan-Qala, the walled inner town of Khiva and today a living museum. Within it premises, visit monuments like the the Kunya-Ark Citadel, Tash-Khovli Palace, Mukhammad Aminkhan Madrasah and the Kalta Minor. For those feeling up for it, try climbing up the steep Juma Mosque Minaret of Islam-Khoja to get a birds eye view of the compound.
Free time later in the afternoon, and enjoy dinner with a folklore show in the evening.
Overnight in Khiva.
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Breakfast in hotel, and depart for Bukhara (approx. 480km; 7-8 hours' drive). Stop by a village enroute and observe the daily lives of the local people.
The Great Silk Road once routed through Bukhara and Khiva through the Kyzyl-Kum Desert, as does the present road. Along the way, make stops to enjoy panoramic views of the Amudarya River and the border of Turkmenistan, as well as the desert.
Arrive in Bukhara in the late afternoon and check in to your hotel.
Dinner and overnight in Bukhara.
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After breakfast, start your full-day city tour of Bukhara with the architectuaral masterpiece Ismoil Somoniy Mousaleum.
Visit Bolo Khouz Complex - the only preserved monument on the Bukhara Registan Sqaure before visiting the Ark of Bukhara, a 20-metre tall fortress built as a residence of Bukhara khans from the 4th Century BC.
Finally, head to Lyabi Khaus Ensemble, a picturesque complex of historical buildings whose centerpiece is a charming square body of water which draws in the crowds to sit, eat, and relax.
Dinner and overnight in Bukhara.
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Set off for Samarkand after breakfast today, with a stop at the Gijduvan Ceramics School, a famous private pottery workshop and home to the sixth generation of potters from the Narzullayev family. Lunch in a traditional restaurant along the way.
Enroute to Samarkand, see the Mausoleum of Imam al-Bukhari (visit from outside due to renovations), a memorial complex of the great theologian of the same name.
Dinner and overnight in Samarkand.
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Start your tour of Samarkand at the Gur-Emir Complex, the burial place of renowned conquerer Amir Temur. Next visit the heart of Samarkand Registan Square which house the Madrassa of Ulugbek, Madrassa Sher Dor and Tillya-Kori Madrassah.
Head to the Bibi Khanum Mosque – once the biggest mosque in Central Asia, it was erected by order of Tamerlane after his victorious Indian campaign in 1399. Stop by the famous oriental Siyob Bazaar, the largest dry fruit market in Central Asia.
Lastly, visit Shah-i-Zinda, one of Uzbekistan’s most beautiful tiled necropolises. This pilgrimage site is home to about 20 mausoleums built between 11th to 19th century, including Qusam Ibn Abbas the cousin of Prophet Muhammad.
Then take a high-speed train 'Afrosiyob' to the capital city. Dinner and overnight in Tashkent.
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Today you'll explore Tashkent's sacred places on a full-day tour. First, visit the Ensemble of Hazret Imam, where the oldest manuscript of Uzbekistan, the Holy Koran Mushaf of Othman, sits.
Stop by Kukeldash Madrasah, which was built in the 16th century during the reign of the Sheibankhan dynasty, and is today a college where the basics of Islam are taught.
Shop at Chorsu Bazaar, a wholesale oriental market located in a prominent large blue dome in the heart of the city.
Overnight in Tashkent.
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After breakfast, check out of your hotel and head to Chimgan Mountains, the most popular ski resort in Uzbekistan. Take a cable car ride to Amirsoy Ski Resort and enjoy a lunch at Charwak Lake. Optional activities available: horse-riding and paragliding, or just spend the time taking in the tranquil surroundings.
Return to Tashkent for dinner and transfer to the Tashkent International Airport for your onward flight.
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End of itinerary.
- Early check-in and late check-out is subject to hotel's availability.
- Itinerary sequence may be altered without prior notice in the event of weather disruption and/or other unforeseen circumstances.
- All prices indicated are valid at point of quotation, and are subject to change based on final travel dates, availability at point of booking, and any other add-ons or customisation to the base package.
- Air and train tickets (where applicable) are subject to availability at point of tour confirmation, which may result in adjustments to the original itinerary.
- Proposed accommodation options are subject to availability based on actual travel dates. In case of non-availability, an alternative accommodation at a similar or superior hotel will be secured. Rate adjustments (if any) will be communicated and applied accoridingly.
- In case of any currency fluctuations or amendment in local government taxes / fuel hike, etc., tour fares may be revised accordingly.
- Upon acceptance of quotation, we will require a clear copy of each traveller's passport to lock in bookings.
- You are strongly advised to purchase travel insurance prior to travel.
- Please refer to the FAQs section for payment and cancellation terms.
Inclusions & Exclusions
What’s Covered
- 7 nights' accommodation on twin-sharing basis
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle as indicated in itinerary
- Railway (cconomy class) and metro ticket as indicated in itinerary
- All entrance fees according to the programme
- English-speaking local guide on all excursions
- Complimentary bottled mineral water
What’s Not Covered
- International airfare (Singapore <> Tashkent) and accompanying taxes & fees
- Domestic airfare (Tashkent > Urgench) and accompanying taxes & fees
- Single supplement applicable for each single room required
- Any additional orders for food & beverages
- Any other activities, admission fees and other items not indicated in itinerary
- Tips or gratuities at guests' own discretion
- Visa fees and travel insurance (where required)
- Any personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Any other services not mentioned in the above inclusions
A: The best time to visit Uzbekistan is during the spring (April to June) and autumn (September to October), during which the weather is mild, and one can experience the blooming desert flowers in spring or the harvest season’s fresh produce in autumn.
A. Absolutely! Feel free to let us know if you’d like to extend your trip to another city before/after the base itinerary, or if there’s any place or activity that you’d like to include or omit – customised tours are what we specialise in.
A: No, our land-tour package rates do not include flights, to also allow our customers to customise their trip based on choice of airline, travel dates and flight routing, etc.
A: Ground transportation vehicle type depends on the group size:
‣ 2-3 Persons: 4-seater Sedan
‣ 4-5 Persons: 8-seater Minivan
‣ 6-9 Persons: 17-seater Van
‣ 10 Persons: 20-seater Bus
A. All tour fares are quoted in Singapore Dollars (SGD).
A. Visa requirements vary across different nationalities and are constantly changing. You may refer to this third-party website for more information. Should you require a visa to travel to Uzbekistan, we highly recommend completing the visa application prior to departure.
A. Fill in and submit the form below with details on your trip request, as well as any questions or customisation requests you might have, such as rooming configurations, pre/post-extension to/from another city, etc. Our friendly team will send you a quotation via email within 3 working days from your submission of request.
A. Of course! Even if your desired travel dates fall outside of the validity period shown in the Tour Fare table, simply indicate your choice of departure date in the Departure Date field of the enquiry form, and we will provide you with a quotation based on your customised travel period.
A. >> 50% deposit to lock in booking upon acceptance of quotation.
>> Remaining tour fare upon confirmation of all trip arrangements.
A. >> Within 45 days prior to departure: Non-refundable
>> More than 45 days prior to departure: Total amount paid less non-refundable service fee of $80 per person less any amount that has already been paid to any supplier upon service confirmation.
