Uzbekistan: Classic Silk Road Journey
7 Days / 6 Nights | Private & Small Group Travel
This journey follows the classic Silk Road route across Uzbekistan, linking the historic cities of Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, and Tashkent.
Designed as a structured and well-paced itinerary, the program combines UNESCO-listed heritage sites, архитектурные ансамбли и культурные традиции, while ensuring comfortable travel between regions.
It offers a clear introduction to Uzbekistan’s historical legacy and urban culture.
Key Experiences
- Explore Ichan Kala, a preserved walled city and open-air museum
- Cross the Kyzylkum Desert between Khiva and Bukhara
- Discover Bukhara, one of the most complete medieval cities along the Silk Road
- Visit Samarkand’s Registan Square and Timurid monuments
- Explore Shakhi-Zinda necropolis and Ulugh Beg Observatory
- Visit traditional craft workshops, including paper-making in Samarkand
- Discover Tashkent, combining Islamic heritage and Soviet-era development
Accommodation (or similar)
- Khiva: Farovon Khiva
- Bukhara: Sahid Zarafshon
- Samarkand: Zarafshon Parkside Hotel
- Tashkent: Ichan Qala Hotel
Tour itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Urgench → Khiva
Arrival at Urgench International Airport. Transfer to Khiva (approx. 30 km).
After check-in and rest, begin exploration of Ichan Kala, the historic walled city.
Visit key landmarks including Kunya Ark, Kalta Minor Minaret, Tash Khauli Palace, Juma Mosque, and the Mausoleum of Pahlavan Mahmud.
Overnight in Khiva
Day 2 — Khiva → Bukhara (Kyzylkum Desert)
Breakfast at the hotel.
Drive to Bukhara (approx. 450 km / 7–8 hours) across the Kyzylkum Desert, following an ancient trade route.
Arrival in Bukhara and time at leisure to explore the old city.
Overnight in Bukhara
Day 3 — Bukhara | Historic City
Breakfast at the hotel.
Explore Bukhara’s historic centre, including the Poi Kalyan complex, Ark Fortress, and Bolo Hauz Mosque.
Continue to the Samanid Mausoleum and Chashma Ayub.
Visit Ulugh Beg and Abdulaziz Khan madrasahs, Magoki Attori Mosque, and Lyabi Hauz ensemble.
Walk through the covered trading domes.
Overnight in Bukhara
Day 4 — Bukhara → Samarkand
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Samarkand (approx. 280 km / 3–4 hours).
Begin exploration with Registan Square, including Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tillya-Kori madrasahs.
Visit the Gur Emir Mausoleum.
Overnight in Samarkand
Day 5 — Samarkand | Cultural Heritage
Breakfast at the hotel.
Visit the Shakhi-Zinda necropolis and Ulugh Beg Observatory.
Continue to the Afrasiab Museum, Bibi Khanum Mosque, and Siab Bazaar.
Visit a traditional paper-making workshop in Konigil.
Overnight in Samarkand
Day 6 — Samarkand → Tashkent
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Tashkent (approx. 280 km / 4–5 hours).
Explore the city, including Khast Imam Complex, Barak Khan Madrasah, and Tilla Sheikh Mosque.
Visit Chorsu Bazaar and selected metro stations.
Overnight in Tashkent
Day 7 — Departure
Transfer to the airport for departure.
End of services.
Available dates
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