4.9
4.9
- Duration
- 14 days
- Tour type
- Group
- Starts
- Tashkent
- Runs
- Fixed dates · first Saturday of the month
Departure dates
Price per personPrice on request
| Dates | Status | Seats | Price per person | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | ||||
| 3 – 16 AprSat → Fri | Available | 0 of 12 booked | Price on request | Select |
| 1 – 14 MaySat → Fri | Available | 0 of 12 booked | Price on request | Select |
| 4 – 17 SeptSat → Fri | Available | 0 of 12 booked | Price on request | Select |
| 2 – 15 OctSat → Fri | Available | 0 of 12 booked | Price on request | Select |
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Overview
This small-group 14-day tour offers a perfect balance of adventure and culture, allowing you to explore Uzbekistan in depth.
This small-group tour covers Uzbekistan’s most iconic historical cities combined with authentic rural and nature-based experiences. You will explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, travel through desert and mountain regions, visit traditional villages, stay overnight in a yurt near Aydarkul, and enjoy guided sightseeing with local experts. Accommodation is arranged in carefully selected 3-star B&B hotels to ensure comfort and local atmosphere throughout the journey.
Highlights
- Explore the ancient Silk Road cities of Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand
- Discover local life in Nurata and Ashraf village
- Experience a traditional yurt stay near Aydarkul
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites
- Small group of up to 12 travellers
Itinerary
14 days · Tashkent · Khiva · Bukhara · Nurata · Yurt Camp
Day 1Arrival in Tashkent
Morning / Afternoon
- Arrive at Tashkent International Airport
- Pick-up by driver
- Transfer to hotel and check-in
Evening
- Short city orientation tour (optional)
- Dinner on your own or optional local restaurant
Overnight in Tashkent 3* B&B hotel
Highlights
- Smooth airport arrival
- Comfortable transfer to hotel
- First introduction to Tashkent
Day 2Flight to Khiva & Khiva City Tour
Early Morning
- 05:00 – Depart from Tashkent hotel
- 07:00 – Domestic flight to Khiva
Morning / Afternoon
- Arrival at Khiva airport, meet your driver
- Transfer to hotel, check-in
Begin full-day guided city tour of Khiva
- Ichan-Kala: UNESCO-listed walled city
- Kunya-Ark Citadel: former royal residence
- Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum: historic spiritual center
- Juma Mosque: famous for its wooden columns
- Stroll through the narrow streets, admire traditional architecture and local bazaars
Evening
- Optional sunset view from city walls
- Dinner at local restaurant or hotel
Overnight in Khiva 3* hotel
Highlights
- Explore the heart of Khiva’s historic center
- Walk along cobblestone streets with ancient charm
- Discover rich Silk Road heritage and architecture
Day 3Khiva to Bukhara: Scenic Desert Drive & Amu Darya Experience
Morning
- Depart Khiva hotel after breakfast
- Begin A/C transfer to Bukhara (6–7 hours)
Along the Way
- Stop at Red Sands Desert for photos and short walk
- Visit Amu Darya River, enjoy fresh local fish and scenic views
- Take in the vast desert landscapes and river scenery
Evening
- Arrive in Bukhara, check-in at 3* B&B hotel
- Dinner on your own
Overnight in Bukhara
Highlights
- A/C transfer through the Kyzylkum Desert
- Scenic stop at Amu Darya with local fish tasting
- Experience Uzbekistan’s natural landscapes
Day 4Bukhara City Center Morning Tour with Local Guide
Early morning
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Meet your local guide
- Departure for a morning tour of central Bukhara
City centre
- Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble – historic pond and madrasahs
- Kalon Minaret and Mosque – a symbol of the Silk Road
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasah – 16th-century architecture
- Bolo-Hauz Mosque – wooden columns, a popular photo spot
Late morning / optional
- Walk through the traditional bazaars
- Visit to craft workshops
Lunch
- Local restaurant, authentic Uzbek cuisine
Afternoon
- Return to the hotel, free time
- Optional: spa or a walk through the bazaar
Highlights
- Early start, relaxed pace
- Focus on the city centre and cultural immersion
- Professional local guide
Day 5Bukhara Outskirts & Sitorai Mohi Hosa Morning Tour with Local Guide
Early Morning
- Breakfast at hotel
- Meet your English-speaking local guide
- Depart early for morning tour of Bukhara outskirts
Highlights / Slightly Outside the City
- Sitorai Mohi Hosa Palace – last emir’s summer residence with gardens
- Bahauddin Naqshband Mausoleum – famous Sufi site
- Ismail Samani Mausoleum – architectural gem
- Scenic drive past historic caravanserais
- Optional stop at traditional craft workshop
Morning End / Lunch
- Return to hotel for lunch
- Afternoon free for rest, optional bazaar walk or spa
Highlights
- Early start, relaxed pace
- Combination of city outskirts + cultural immersion
- Professional local guide
Day 6Bukhara → Nurata → Aydarkul Yurt Experience
Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel in Bukhara
- Depart Bukhara by A/C transport
- Stop at a local ceramic workshop to see traditional Uzbek pottery making
Late Morning
- Arrival in Nurata town
- Short walk and free time to explore the town
- Visit local sites and surroundings
Lunch
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Nurata
Afternoon
- Continue drive towards Aydarkul Lake
- Arrive at Yurt Camp near the lake
- Check-in and free time to relax
Evening
- Camel riding experience near the yurt camp
- Dinner around the campfire
- Live Kazakh folk music performance
Overnight
Overnight stay in a traditional yurt
Highlights
- Scenic drive from Bukhara to Nurata and Aydarkul
- Local ceramics and small-town atmosphere
- Unique desert experience: yurt stay, camel ride, music and fire
Day 7Ashraf Village Homestay & Local Life Experience
Morning
- Breakfast at the yurt camp
- Depart for Ashraf Village (Nurata area)
Late Morning / Lunch
- Arrival in Ashraf Village
- Introduction to village life and local families
- Lunch with the host family using home-cooked dishes
Afternoon
- Free time to explore the village
- Walk around the village, observe daily rural life
Evening
- Watch traditional home-style cooking
- Optional: cook together with the host family
- Dinner in the village
- Live local music, optional dancing with villagers
Overnight
Overnight stay in a village guest house / homestay
Highlights
- Authentic village life experience
- Home-cooked food and local hospitality
- Music, dance, and cultural interaction
Day 8Ashraf Village Walk & Transfer to Samarkand
Morning
- Breakfast with the host family in Ashraf Village
- Village walk: explore daily rural life, farms, gardens and village surroundings
- Free time for photos and interaction with locals
Lunch
- Lunch in the village with the host family
Afternoon
- Say goodbye to the hosts
- Depart for Samarkand by A/C transport
On the Way
- Scenic countryside drive
- Short photo stops
Evening
- Arrival in Samarkand
- Hotel check-in and free time
Overnight
Overnight in Samarkand hotel
Day 9Samarkand City Tour (Historic Center)
Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Start Samarkand city tour
- Visit Gur Emir Mausoleum
- Visit Registan Square
Lunch
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Afternoon
- Visit Bibi-Khanym Mosque
- Visit Siyob Bazaar
Evening
- Return to hotel
- Free evening
Overnight
Overnight in Samarkand
Day 10Samarkand → Shakhrisabz Day Trip
Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart from Samarkand to Shakhrisabz by A/C transport
- Scenic drive through mountain landscapes
Late Morning
- Visit Ak-Saray Palace ruins
- Visit Dorus Saodat Complex
Lunch
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Shakhrisabz
Afternoon
- Visit Dorut Tilovat Complex
- Short walk in the historic center
Evening
- Return drive to Samarkand
- Arrival at hotel, free evening
Overnight
Overnight in Samarkand
Day 11Samarkand Extended City Tour (Outskirts & Heritage)
Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Start extended Samarkand tour
- Visit Shahi Zinda Necropolis
- Visit Ulugh Beg Observatory
Lunch
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Afternoon
- Visit Konigil Paper Factory (traditional paper making)
- Free time for souvenirs or short walk
Evening
- Return to hotel
- Free evening
Overnight
Overnight in Samarkand
Day 12Imam Al Bukhari Visit & Train to Tashkent
Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check-out from the hotel
- Drive to Imam Al Bukhari Memorial Complex
- Visit the mausoleum and surrounding complex
Midday
- Return to Samarkand
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Afternoon
- Transfer to Samarkand railway station
- Train departure around 16:00 to Tashkent
- (Afrasiyob high-speed train, or Sharq if unavailable)
Evening
- Arrival in Tashkent
- Transfer to hotel and check-in
Overnight
Overnight in Tashkent
Day 13Tashkent City Tour
Morning
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Start Tashkent city tour
- Visit Khast Imam Complex (Quran of Caliph Uthman)
Lunch
- Lunch at a local restaurant
Afternoon
- Visit Chorsu Bazaar
- Ride the Tashkent Metro (selected stations)
- Visit Amir Temur Square
Evening
- Return to hotel
- Free evening
Overnight
Overnight in Tashkent
Day 14Departure from Tashkent
Morning / According to flight time
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Check-out from the hotel
- Transfer to Tashkent International Airport
- End of Tour
What's included
Included
- Domestic flight: Tashkent → Khiva
- A/C transport:
- Khiva → Bukhara
- Bukhara → Nurata → Yurt Camp → Ashraf Village → Samarkand
- Samarkand → Shahrisabz → Samarkand
- Train: Samarkand → Tashkent (Afrosiyob high-speed, or Sharq if Afrosiyob unavailable)
- Meals included during transfers:
- 2 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners from Bukhara to Samarkand
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees and visa support
- Travel insurance
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses
Practical information
Route
- Starts:
- Tashkent
- Ends:
- Yurt Camp
Cancellation policy
Cancellation terms for small-group departures are confirmed together with your booking.
