Upgraded - Treasures of Uzbekistan

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Journey through Uzbekistan's rich history, staying in premium accommodation along the way. Discover the beautiful tiles of Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis in Samarkand and walk in the footsteps of the Silk Road merchants while learning about the ancient art of making carpets. Take in a mesmerising sunset from Khiva's city walls and watch local life over a coffee at t...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Marvel at the beauty of Uzbekistan's architecture while staying at premium accommodation
    • Wander around the narrow alleyways of the the open air museum of Khiva
    • Discover a once forbidden Soviet avant garde art collection in Nukus

What's this trip about?

    Journey through Uzbekistan's rich history, staying in premium accommodation along the way. Discover the beautiful tiles of Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis in Samarkand and walk in the footsteps of the Silk Road merchants while learning about the ancient art of making carpets. Take in a mesmerising sunset from Khiva's city walls and watch local life over a coffee at the charming Lyabi Khause Square in Bukhara. Last but not least, walk around the imposing Registan Square, centrepiece of the city of Samarkand. The Walled City of Khiva - One and a half days to explore the ancient labyrinth of narrow alleyways and fantastic architecture of this open-air museum Nukus - Discover a superb Soviet avant-garde art collection at Savitsky Museum and visit the mysterious Mizdahkhan Necropolis World Heritage sites in Bukhara - Visit the wonderful Tash Hauli Palace with its intricate blue, white and golden tiles Upgraded Range - Immerse yourself in Uzbekistan's fabled Silk Road highlights with our hand-picked selection of Premium hotels

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 20 people
Age range16 to 85 years
Flights and transport
Start CityTashkent
End CitySamarkand

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

Activities

  • Hiking

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 20

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1 Join trip in Tashkent

Our tour starts today in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Its tree-lined boulevards, museums and galleries along with the many Soviet buildings set the scene for the remarkable tour ahead of us. For those arriving in time your Tour Leader plans to meet you in ...

Day 2 City tour of Tashkent and free time in the afternoon. Dinner at a traditional restaurant

This morning, our city tour starts with the Monument of Courage dedicated to the victims of the 1996 earthquake. We then move on to Independence Square with its fountains, impressive building and flower beds and we even have a go at travelling like a local and take th...

Day 3 Fly to Nukus. Visit the Savitsky Museum and the mysterious Mizdahkhan Necropolis

We rise early this morning for our short flight to Nukus - the capital of the autonomous region of Karakalpakstan, which makes up much of Northwest Uzbekistan. A once-thriving region, the Aral Sea disaster that started in the 1960s and 70s, devastated this rich delta ...

Day 4 Drive to Khiva through the Valley of Fifty Fortresses. Free afternoon in Khiva

We start making our way to Khiva after breakfast and the approximate overall driving time today is 3 hours with parts of the journey on slightly bumpy roads. Along the way we drive through the so-called Valley of 50 Kalas (fortresses), stopping to admire the mystical ...

Day 5 Take a walking tour of the ancient city of Khiva. Free afternoon.

On this morning's guided walking tour, we may well feel like we are stepping into a scene from the film 'Arabian Nights' as we explore the majestic Old Citadel on foot. This 12th century fortress dominated the city before a palace, harem, barracks and mosques were con...

Day 6 Drive through the Kizilkum Desert to Bukhara. Late afternoon visit to picture-perfect Kalyan Mosque

After an early breakfast, we wave Khiva goodbye and start making our way to Bukhara. The road to this ancient Persian city is scenic and we will stop along the way of this 6-hour journey to stretch our legs or buy refreshments. The fabled city of Bukhara is more th...

Day 7 Guided visit of Bukhara

This morning, we go on the first part of our full day guided exploration of Bukhara. Our exploration starts with the Ark, a massive citadel that served as a fortress from the 5th century until its capture by the Russians in 1920. Today, the Ark houses several small mu...

Day 8 Optional visit to Bukhara Emir’s summer house. Take a high-speed train to the city of Samarkand

This morning has been left free for you to relax and there is the opportunity to briefly leave the city to go and visit the summer residence of Bukhara's Emir: Sitoria-Mokhi-Hosa. Later in the morning we embark on our high-speed Afrosiyob train journey, and we cover a...

Day 9 Guided tour of Samarkand’s magnificent mosques and mausoleums

We start our last day of sightseeing by visiting a local workshop of handmade silk carpets. Here we learn about the ancient local art of making carpets, using traditional techniques and top-quality materials. To follow, we head to Shakhi-Zinda - a stunningly-tiled nec...

Day 10 Tour ends in Samarkand

The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Samarkand. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Samarkand at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day, luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. A transfer to ...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,160
Price per day$316
Last Updated: 1/29/2025
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$2,980
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$3,490
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$3,360
$4,000
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$3,280
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$3,280
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$3,250
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$3,360
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$3,280
$3,920
28 Mar 2026
06 Apr 2026
$3,410
$4,080

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Accommodation

Transportation & Flights

Bus, Flight, Train,

Transportation & flights

Bus, Flight, Train
Guides
Explore Tour Leader, Driver(s), Local Guide(s)
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Australian, Irish, Canadian and British citizen passport holders can enter Uzbekistan as a visitor for stays of up to 30 days without a visa. Other nationalities including US nationals require a e-visa which can be obtained from www.e-visa.gov.uz All visa related information should be confirmed with the relevant Embassy prior to departure.
Health & Safety
Nothing compulsory, we recommend protection against typhoid, tetanus, diphtheria, polio and hepatitis A. Consult your travel clinic for latest advice on the need for and different prophylaxis available against malaria. Please check the latest requirements with your travel clinic or doctor prior to departure. The above is not an exhaustive list. Further information regarding vaccinations and travel health advice can be found by following the NHS and NaTHNaC links at <a href="https://www.explore.co.uk/essential-information/know-before-you-go/travel-health">Explore Travel Health</a> and from your local healthcare provider. Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change and should be confirmed by you before travelling.
Meals Included
  • Breakfast : 10
  • Dinner : 2
  • Lunch : 2
Age Requirements
16 to 85 years
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