Highlights of Uzbekistan

10 days / 9 nights
Small Group (2-13)
Any Date
Average Age: 45-75
Breakfast
Price:
1,360GBP

The Highlights of the Tour

Exploe Tashkent — the colorful capital of Uzbekistan, the city of unique architecture, numerous museums, tree-lined streets, fountains, and pleasant parks Travel back in the times of the Great Silk Road in Samarkand — one of the most ancient cities on the earth Plunge into the local life at Aydar your camp and feel like real nomads while accommodating in yurts Enjoy an unforgettable adventure camelback riding around the desert Visit local bazaars and have a chance to buy exotic national products like dried fruit, spices, local snacks, sweet cakes, chill tea, as well as local handicraft as a souvenir
Tashkent - Tashkent bazaar - Samarkand - Aydar yurt camp

ITINERARY

Introduction

Our Tour Highlights of Uzbekistan is a great chance to plunge into the cultural and historical heritage of Uzbekistan —  the country known for its long-lasting history connected with the Great Silk Road, distinctive architectural style, exotic national cuisine, and unique cultural traditions. The itinerary will cover all the significant gems of Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. The highlight of the tour is a stay at the yurt camping area where one will have a chance to plunge into the local life, learn interesting customs and even enjoy camel back riding. Just get acquainted with the detailed itinerary below and send us your request, and our professional managers will start your trip organization.

Day 1 - Arrival in Tashkent

Day 2 - Tashkent City Tour

Tashkent Sights
Your second day will start with an exciting sightseeing tour around Tashkent. With the help of your guide, you’ll plunge into its exotic atmosphere and visit such known attractions as Khast Imam Complex (where is kept the world's oldest Koran), Chorsu bazaar, and Madrasah Kukeldash the largest madrasa (educational institution) of the 16 century. After lunch time, your tour will proceed to the modern part of the city. You will explore the Independent Square and A. Navoi theatre square. Independence Square is located at the center of the city and is considered the favorite place of the locals. Here you will see the well-known beautiful fountains as well as many important government buildings and administrative institutions such as Uzbek Parliament Supreme Chamber, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Uzbekistan and others. In the Museum of Applied Art of Uzbekistan, you will have a chance to admire over 7,000 samples of applied arts: handmade embroidery, skull-caps, jewelry, carpets and other Uzbek art exhibits.
Overnight: Hotel in Tashkent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Tashkent - Samarkand

Day 4 - Samarkand City Tour

Day 5 - Samarkand - Nurata - Aydar yurt camp

Day 6 - Nurata - Bukhara

Day 7 - Bukhara City Tour

Day 8 - Bukhara - Khiva

Day 9 - Khiva - Urgench - Tashkent

Day 10 - Departure

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

  • All airport transfers
  • Accommodation in hotels for 8 nights (twin/dbl shared) and 1 night in yurts
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Services for private A/C car with driver per program (vaccinated drivers)
  • Escort English – speaking guide for all days (vaccinated guides)
  • Domestic air tickets: Urgench-Tashkent
  • Entrance fees to the sites listed
  • Mineral water 1.0 L per day/per person

The tour price doesn't include

  • International flight tickets
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visa consular fees
  • Porterage
  • Video and photo charges
  • Personal expenses
  • Services not included in the itinerary
  • 3* Single supplement127 GBP

TRIP REVIEWS (11)

Carrey Nelson

Hi Ruslan, this was a tour I will never forget. I have an Uzbek friend, and she always tells me about her hometown, and since we take yearly vacations with my family we decided to go to Uzbekistan this year. And we are more than happy we did so. The historic sites like the Registan in Samarkand and the old town of Khiva were mesmerizing. The cuisine was a delightful surprise, and the locals were warm and welcoming.          
Our car was good, the driver was very careful and caring, needless to speak about our guide Aziza, she was the best.        
 

10.10.2023
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Meredith Collins

Hello Tatev, thanks for organizing this trip. Thank you for doing everything to make us enjoy every moment of the tour. Our guide Hossein was very knowledgeable and passionate about his country, we learnt so much from him. Absolutely recommend this trip.   

07.10.2023
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Jasmin Cox

Hello Hasmik, my journey through Uzbekistan was truly unforgettable. The ancient Silk Road cities like Khiva and Bukhara were like stepping back in time. The culture, art, and hospitality of the Uzbek people were remarkable. The hotels were comfortable and clean, certainly not for luxury stay seekers. The trip was a perfect blend of history and natural beauty. I can't recommend it enough!           

07.10.2023
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TRIP MAP

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WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

We choose only the best hotels located in the city center close to the main sights.

GUIDES WITH 8+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 8 years. All our guides are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

THE BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET FOR HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE

With Arara you book at first hand from a qualified local Armenian agency. Avoid surcharges applied by intermediaries and save money!

LICENSED AIR CONDITIONED TRANSPORT

We provide our tourists with comfortable air-conditioned transport. All our drivers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Travelers on the tour mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada

We host over 3,000+ tourists per year. Our clients are mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada. Average age of our travelers is from 45 to 80. Our groups consist of travelers from all genders. There are solo travelers in most of our groups.

Own agency in Armenia, Georgia and Uzbekistan

With agencies operating in Georgia and Uzbekistan we are able to provide clients with the best price and quality services.

TRIP ACCOMMODATION

Art Rakat (Tashkent)

Fatima Hotel (Bukhara)

Arba (Samarkand)

PACKING CHECKLIST

Documents:

Passport, flight ticket (printed or electronic), insurance, visa (if required)

First aid kit:

bandaids/plasters, special medicine or drugs in permanent use, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, lip balm

Essentials:

Credit/debit cards, cash (cards can be used in city, cash in regions), moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

Credit cards and cash:

Credit cards can be used in all capital/big cities at hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. EUR, USD and GBP can be exchanged into the local currency at exchange places and banks.

Dressing:

There are no restrictions regarding clothes

Spring / Autumn:

long pants/jeans, long sleeve blouses, light raincoat, jacket, comfortable waterproof shoes, umbrella

Summer:

T-shirts, shorts, long sleeve blouses for evening, sandals, umbrella, sun protection, sunglasses, sunhat

Winter:

Warm coat, warm wool sweater, long warm trousers, long boots (waterproof), scarf, gloves

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