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Highlights of Uzbekistan

Land Tour

While it dsn't get a lot of attention, Uzbekistan is a life-changing destination for those who visit. These 10 days will take you through some of the greatest cultural highlights the country has to offer. Marvel at the gorgeous mosques in Samarkand, experience a one-night stay in a traditional desert yurt, and immerse yourself in the diverse culture of ancient Bukhara. Uzbekistan is a must-see for any seasoned or first-time traveller.
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Tour Provider G Adventures
Number Of Days
10
Price From
$1,719
Start Location
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
End Location
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Age Range
Avg. 30+
Group Size
1 to 16
Tour Style
Standard
Tour Themes
Virtuoso
Physical Rating
Easy to Moderate
Itinerary Expand all
Day 1 - Tashkent
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 - Tashkent/Samarkand
Travel on to Samarkand, known for intricately beautiful mosques and mausoleums, situated on the Silk Road. Take an orientation walk and opt to visit the Amir Timur Mausoleum, dedicated to the famous conqueror who once hoped to rebuild the empire of Genghis Khan.
Day 3 - Samarkand
Embark on a city tour, visiting Ulugbek Observatory, Shaki Zinda complex, the bazaar, Bibi Khanum, and Registan Square. With a free afternoon, continue exploring the Samarkand sights, have a cuppa in a local tea house, or wander around the bazaar. Opt to explore the Tomb of Prophet Daniel, famous for the Biblical story of Daniel and the lions.
Day 4 - Samarkand/Aydar Kŭl Camp
Travel out into the desert to visit Chashma Complex, a pilgrimage site in the territory of Nurata, dominated by ruins of Alexander the Great's fortress, Juma mosque, a bath-house, and the ancient Panjvakta mosque. All of this, hiding a holy spring believed to heal diseases. After exploring the complex, head to Aidarkul Lake and opt for a swim before continuing on for an overnight stay in a local yurt camp. Enjoy an authentic Uzbekistan dinner and an evening Kazakh singing show.
Day 5 - Aydar Kŭl Camp/Bukhara
Travel to Bukhara, known as one of the most charming cities in the country, and get your bearings on an orientation walk. Opt to visit the old city bazaars, enjoy a traditional dinner cooked by a local family, visit a hammam (bathhouse), or just relax in the pleasant atmosphere of this Silk Road city.
Day 6 - Bukhara
Explore Bukhara on a half-day guided walking tour around the beautifully restored mosques, madrassas, and covered markets, or trading domes, that make up the Old City. A centre for pottery, cloth, and carpets, Bukhara is centered around Lyabi-Hauz, a delightful pool of water surrounded by ancient mulberry trees. Wander the artisan shops and narrow twisting streets and alleyways, or sit at a café table and let the evening drift by. Opt to watch a local puppet show held in an old caravanserai, or indulge in a rejuvenating hammam bathhouse.
Day 7 - Bukhara/Khiva
Enjoy a scenic drive through the desert on a full day's journey to reach UNESCO-listed Khiva, well worth the arduous drive. Get to know this peaceful, picturesque city on a late afternoon orientation walk, and pick your favourite spots to explore more in-depth tomorrow.
Day 8 - Khiva
Before exploring this historic town on your own, enjoy a guided tour to learn about local life here. Wander through the narrow labyrinth mudbrick alleyways of old town, bargain with locals at the bazaar, admire the madrassas, mosques, and blue mosaic domes, climb up towering minarets, and venture into the dark dungeons Khiva was infamous for back in the 10th century. Explore the inner walls of Ichon-Qala, and enjoy spectacular sunset views on the sand-coloured buildings.
Day 9 - Khiva/Tashkent
Take a short flight back to Tashkent and enjoy a city tour, then explore on your own with some free time.
Day 10 - Tashkent
Depart at any time.
Inclusions Expand
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt, Aydar Kŭl Camp
Orientation walk (Samarkand)
City tour including a Registan visit
Nurata Shrine visit
Alexander the Great fortress visit
Aidarkul Lake swimming stop
Guided walking tour (half-day, Bukhara)
Walking tours (Khiva)
City tour (Tashkent)
Transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Departure dates Expand
Start End Availability Price
31 May 2024 09 Jun 2024 2 $2,599
10 Jun 2024 19 Jun 2024 1 $2,599
17 Jun 2024 26 Jun 2024 1 $2,599
19 Jun 2024 28 Jun 2024 11 $1,949
21 Jun 2024 30 Jun 2024 1 $2,599
24 Jun 2024 03 Jul 2024 5 $2,599
26 Jun 2024 05 Jul 2024 6 $2,599
28 Jun 2024 07 Jul 2024 2 $2,599
03 Jul 2024 12 Jul 2024 11 $1,949
05 Jul 2024 14 Jul 2024 5 $2,599
10 Jul 2024 19 Jul 2024 14 $2,079
17 Jul 2024 26 Jul 2024 14 $1,719
19 Jul 2024 28 Jul 2024 5 $2,149
22 Jul 2024 31 Jul 2024 10 $2,149
29 Jul 2024 07 Aug 2024 13 $1,719
05 Aug 2024 14 Aug 2024 4 $2,149
09 Aug 2024 18 Aug 2024 12 $1,827
12 Aug 2024 21 Aug 2024 8 $1,827
14 Aug 2024 23 Aug 2024 16 $1,827
16 Aug 2024 25 Aug 2024 3 $2,149
21 Aug 2024 30 Aug 2024 14 $1,827
28 Aug 2024 06 Sep 2024 13 $2,149
30 Aug 2024 08 Sep 2024 3 $2,149
02 Sep 2024 11 Sep 2024 12 $2,124
06 Sep 2024 15 Sep 2024 7 $2,499
09 Sep 2024 18 Sep 2024 14 $2,499
20 Sep 2024 29 Sep 2024 1 $2,499
25 Sep 2024 04 Oct 2024 13 $2,499
27 Sep 2024 06 Oct 2024 4 $2,499
30 Sep 2024 09 Oct 2024 3 $2,499
09 Oct 2024 18 Oct 2024 15 $2,349
14 Oct 2024 23 Oct 2024 16 $2,349
21 Mar 2025 30 Mar 2025 16 $2,349
28 Mar 2025 06 Apr 2025 16 $2,349
04 Apr 2025 13 Apr 2025 16 $2,349
11 Apr 2025 20 Apr 2025 14 $2,349
18 Apr 2025 27 Apr 2025 16 $2,349
25 Apr 2025 04 May 2025 16 $2,349
02 May 2025 11 May 2025 16 $2,769
09 May 2025 18 May 2025 16 $2,769
16 May 2025 25 May 2025 11 $2,769
19 May 2025 28 May 2025 16 $2,769
23 May 2025 01 Jun 2025 16 $2,769
26 May 2025 04 Jun 2025 16 $2,769
30 May 2025 08 Jun 2025 14 $2,769
02 Jun 2025 11 Jun 2025 14 $2,769
06 Jun 2025 15 Jun 2025 16 $2,769
09 Jun 2025 18 Jun 2025 16 $2,769
13 Jun 2025 22 Jun 2025 16 $2,769
16 Jun 2025 25 Jun 2025 1 $2,769
20 Jun 2025 29 Jun 2025 14 $2,769
23 Jun 2025 02 Jul 2025 16 $2,769
27 Jun 2025 06 Jul 2025 15 $2,769
30 Jun 2025 09 Jul 2025 16 $2,769
04 Jul 2025 13 Jul 2025 14 $2,769
07 Jul 2025 16 Jul 2025 16 $2,769
14 Jul 2025 23 Jul 2025 16 $2,769
18 Jul 2025 27 Jul 2025 16 $2,629
21 Jul 2025 30 Jul 2025 16 $2,629
25 Jul 2025 03 Aug 2025 15 $2,629
28 Jul 2025 06 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
01 Aug 2025 10 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
04 Aug 2025 13 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
08 Aug 2025 17 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
11 Aug 2025 20 Aug 2025 11 $2,629
15 Aug 2025 24 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
18 Aug 2025 27 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
22 Aug 2025 31 Aug 2025 16 $2,629
25 Aug 2025 03 Sep 2025 16 $2,629
29 Aug 2025 07 Sep 2025 16 $2,629
01 Sep 2025 10 Sep 2025 14 $2,499
05 Sep 2025 14 Sep 2025 16 $2,499
08 Sep 2025 17 Sep 2025 16 $2,499
12 Sep 2025 21 Sep 2025 14 $2,499
15 Sep 2025 24 Sep 2025 16 $2,499
22 Sep 2025 01 Oct 2025 16 $2,499
26 Sep 2025 05 Oct 2025 16 $2,499
29 Sep 2025 08 Oct 2025 16 $2,499
03 Oct 2025 12 Oct 2025 16 $2,349
06 Oct 2025 15 Oct 2025 15 $2,349
10 Oct 2025 19 Oct 2025 16 $2,349

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