Ancient Cities of Uzbekistan
€1163/person
About this tour
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Cities: Samarkand , Bukhara , Tashkent , Khiva
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Duration:10 days
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Languages: English , Russian
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Group Size: 4
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Free cancelation: Up to 7 days
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Live tour guide
Highlights
- Kunya Ark fortress
- Pahlavan Mahmud Ensemble
- stone Manor-Tash-Hovli Palace
- Kalta-Mala Minaret
- Islam Khoja Complex
- Juma Mosque
- Khoja Islam Mosque
- Al-Kulikhan Mosque
- Abdullahan Madrassah
- mausoleum of said Allauddin
- Muhammad Amin Khan Madrassah
- Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrassah
- Kyzylkum Desert
- Toprak-Kala
- Ayaz-Kala
- square “Registan”
- mausoleum of Guri-Emir
- Shahi-Zinda complex
- The Khazret Khizir Mosque
- Mausoleum of Islam Karimov
- The Bibi-Khanym Mosque
- Siab Bazaar
- Hast-Imam Square
- Square Amir Temur
- Independence Square
- Mausoleum of Abu Bakr Kaffal-Shashi
- Barak-Khan madrasah
- Alisher Navoi theater
Description
Discover the hidden treasures of Uzbekistan on an unforgettable journey through the legendary cities of the Silk Road, ancient fortresses, and breathtaking desert landscapes. This tour takes you from the mysterious streets of Khiva and the forgotten kingdoms of Ancient Khorezm to the architectural masterpieces of Bukhara, Samarkand, and the vibrant capital of Tashkent. Explore the UNESCO-listed old city of Ichan-Kala in Khiva, where medieval mosques, palaces, and minarets create the atmosphere of a living open-air museum. Travel deep into the Kyzylkum Desert to uncover the secrets of ancient fortresses such as Kyzyl-Kala, Toprak-Kala, and Ayaz-Kala, silent witnesses of civilizations that flourished thousands of years ago.Continue your journey through Bukhara’s historic streets and magnificent monuments, then experience the grandeur of Samarkand with its legendary Registan Square, majestic mausoleums, and unique cultural traditions. The adventure ends in Tashkent, where ancient heritage meets modern city life.This journey is more than a sightseeing tour — it is an exploration of Uzbekistan’s forgotten kingdoms, timeless architecture, and the fascinating stories hidden along the Great Silk Road.
Includes
- Accommodation in a twin/double room
- Breakfasts
- Individual comfortable transfer according to the program
- Services of local guides on excursions
Excluded
- International flight
- Lunches and dinners
- Early check-in and late check-out at the hotel
- Anything that is not listed as enabled
Departure & Return
- 11:00-17:00
- 08:00-17:00
Cancelation Policy
- Cancellation less than 10 days before the excursion: 100% fee.
- Cancellation more than 10 days before the excursion: no fee.
Additional Information
- Important: Please complete the full payment for your tour immediately upon arrival. Thank you for your cooperation, and we wish you a wonderful trip!
- Day 1. Urgench – Khiva Arrival at Urgench Airport. Meeting with your driver and transfer to Khiva. Check-in at the hotel. Free time. Overnight in Khiva.
- Day 2. Khiva Breakfast at the hotel. Start the city tour of Khiva and explore the famous Ichan-Kala (12th–19th centuries), the inner city of Khiva, which preserves more than 50 historical monuments and ancient buildings. Visit Kunya Ark Fortress, Pahlavan Mahmud Ensemble, Tash-Hovli Palace, Kalta Minor Minaret, Islam Khoja Complex, Juma Mosque, Khoja Islam Mosque, Al-Kulikhan Mosque, Abdullakhan Madrasah, Said Alauddin Mausoleum, Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, and Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah. Overnight in Khiva.
- Day 3. Khiva – Kyzylkum Desert – Khiva After breakfast, departure to the Kyzylkum Desert (150 km, approximately 1.5–2 hours) to explore the ancient archaeological sites of Khorezm. Visit Kyzyl-Kala Fortress, dating back to the Kushan–Afrighid period; Toprak-Kala, the ancient capital of Khorezm and one of the most impressive archaeological complexes of the region; and Ayaz-Kala, one of the largest fortress complexes of Ancient Khorezm. Return to Khiva. Overnight in Khiva.
- Day 4. Khiva – Bukhara Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Bukhara (446 km, approximately 7 hours). Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Bukhara.
- Day 5. Bukhara Breakfast at the hotel. Start a walking tour of Bukhara. Visit Bolo-Khauz Complex, Poi-Kalyan Ensemble, Ark Fortress, Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah, Kosh Madrasah, Ulugbek Madrasah, Kukeldash Madrasah, Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah, and Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble. Overnight in Bukhara.
- Day 6. Bukhara – Samarkand Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Samarkand (277 km, approximately 4–5 hours). Upon arrival, start the sightseeing tour of Samarkand. Visit the legendary Registan Square with its three magnificent madrasahs: Ulugbek Madrasah, Tilya-Kori Madrasah, and Sher-Dor Madrasah. Continue to Gur-Emir Mausoleum. Participate in a traditional Samarkand bread-making master class. Check-in at the hotel. Overnight in Samarkand.
- Day 7. Samarkand – Tashkent Breakfast at the hotel. Continue exploring Samarkand. Visit the Timurid dynasty necropolis Shah-i-Zinda, Khazret Khizr Mosque, Islam Karimov Mausoleum, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and Siab Bazaar. Transfer to the railway station and departure to Tashkent. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Tashkent.
- Day 8. Tashkent Breakfast at the hotel. City tour of Tashkent. Visit Hast-Imam Square, Barak-Khan Madrasah, Abu Bakr Kaffal-Shashi Mausoleum, Independence Square, Amir Temur Square, and Alisher Navoi Theatre. Free time. Overnight in Tashkent.
- Day 9. Tashkent Breakfast at the hotel. Free time for relaxation and personal activities. Overnight in Tashkent.
- Day 10. Tashkent Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the international airport. Departure.
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