8 Days Silk Road Tour in Uzbekistan

8 Days Silk Road Tour in Uzbekistan

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Explore the heart of the Silk Road on an 8-day journey through Uzbekistan. Discover Tashkent’s vibrant architecture, visit UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Khiva and Bukhara, and marvel at the timeless splendour of Samarkand. This tour promises an immersive cultural experience filled with local hospitality, rich history, and stunning Islamic architecture. Enjoy guided visits to ancient mausoleums, bustling bazaars, and serene mosques, each with its own storey to tell. From tasting local delicacies to experiencing traditional crafts, this trip is perfect for culture lovers, photographers, and first-time travellers.

8-day comprehensive tour through Uzbekistan's historical gems
Visit iconic sites like Registan Square, Bukhara's Ark Fortress, and Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
Enjoy local delicacies and an optional plov masterclass
Comfortable accommodation and private transfers included throughout the journey

Activity location

Tashkent
- Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tashkent
- Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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Cultural Odyssey 8 Days Silk Road Tour in Uzbekistan

8d
English

Double/Twin Accommodation (7)
Excursions programme
Comfort
Duration: 8 days
Breakfast at the hotels
Saloon
Pickup included

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 15:30

Price details

€1,066.25 x 2 Adults€2,132.50

Total

Until Tue, 14 Apr

What's included, what's not

Hotel Accommodation with breakfasts
excursion programme with the local professional guides
type of the vehichle depends of the group's size
Lunches and Dinner
As per your wish
Air and train tickets

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Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transport options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialised infant seats are available
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Uzbekistan — Tashkent Awaits

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Overnight at Baden-Baden 3* Hotel

Tashkent

Your adventure begins with arrival at Tashkent International Airport, where a warm welcome from our local guide sets the tone for the journey ahead. After a private transfer, check into your comfortable hotel and take some time to refresh and relax after your flight.

Day 2: Tashkent — Where History Breathes Flight to Urgench — Khiva (PM Flight)

4 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at Twins Boutique Hotel

Tashkent

Morning in the Old City: Step back in time at the Khast Imam Complex, the spiritual nucleus of Uzbekistan. Within its peaceful courtyards lie ancient madrasahs, mosques, and one of Islam’s most treasured relics — the Uthman Quran, said to be the oldest in the world, dating back to the 7th century. We'll explore architectural gems like the Barak Khan Madrasah, the elegant Tillya Sheikh Mosque, and the serene Mausoleum of Kaffal Shashi, a revered local saint. Next, we dive into the colour and chaos of Chorsu Bazaar — a domed marketplace pulsing with the life of the Silk Road. Wander through aisles brimming with fragrant spices, colourful fabrics, fresh produce, and handcrafted treasures. Taste, touch, and soak up the essence of Uzbek daily life.

Tashkent

Afternoon in the Modern City: We journey into contemporary Tashkent, starting at Independence Square, a grand symbol of Uzbekistan’s national pride. Once Lenin Square, it’s now adorned with fountains, floral alleys, and the Monument of Independence and Humanism. Our next stop is the mysterious Romanov Palace (exterior), a remnant of imperial Russia built in 1891 for a disgraced grand duke — with stories as intriguing as its ornate façade. We continue to Opera and Ballet Square, home to the Navoi Theatre, a Soviet-era marvel with surprising Eastern flourishes and a storied wartime history. We end the day where we began — at Amir Timur Square — and step into the spiritual quiet of the Orthodox Cathedral of the Assumption, a final moment of stillness before dinner.

Urgench

short flight to Urgench, where our journey continues by road (just 30 minutes) to the fabled city of Khiva. Arrival to the hotel and rest. Evening delight: Savour a delicious dinner in a traditional Uzbek restaurant, where rich flavours and local hospitality meet.

Itchan Kala

7h
Admission ticket included

After breakfast, we are welcome to Ichan Kala — the walled heart of ancient Khiva and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This open-air museum of Islamic architecture once served as the final oasis for caravans crossing into Persia. Its labyrinth of palaces, mosques, and madrasahs stands as a living chronicle of Silk Road grandeur. Today’s discoveries include: • Kalta Minor Minaret – short, stout, and stunningly adorned with turquoise tiles, it’s Khiva’s most iconic silhouette. • Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah – once a grand religious school, now reborn as a heritage hotel and museum. • Kunya Ark Citadel – former royal residence, military stronghold, and government seat; climb the watchtower for panoramic views of Khiva’s golden skyline. • Tash Hauli Palace – a true jewel of Khorezm style, with richly carved columns, mosaic courtyards, and echoes of a once-glamorous royal harem.

Day 3: Desert Journey — Khiva to Bukhara

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at Makon Boutique Hotel

Khiva

After breakfast, we embark on a scenic drive across the vast and silent Kyzylkum Desert — a landscape unchanged for centuries. This is where time slows, and the spirit of the Silk Road comes alive. Watch the endless dunes roll by, broken only by the ribbon of road and desert sky.

Bukhara

Arrival in Bukhara — a city as noble as its name. Known as the “Pillar of Islam” and once the beating heart of trade, faith, and philosophy, Bukhara offers a rare opportunity to walk where poets, scientists, and emirs once lived. Check-in at a boutique hotel nestled within the historic old town, where every brick whisper stories from a bygone era. Evening: Enjoy free time around Lyabi Hauz, Bukhara’s soul — a tranquil pond surrounded by ancient mulberry trees and buzzing teahouses. A perfect place to relax, reflect, or sip green tea like the locals do. Dinner: In a cosy local restaurant serving traditional Bukharian delights.

Day 4: Bukhara — The City Where Time Stands Still

4 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight at Makon Boutique Hotel

Bukhara

After breakfast, we set out to explore the living museum that is Bukhara — a city where every brick breathes history and every monument holds centuries of stories. Morning: Royal Tombs & Sacred Waters • Begin with the Ismail Samani Mausoleum — a 10th-century architectural jewel and one of the oldest Muslim structures in Central Asia. Its intricate brick geometry casts ever-changing patterns of light and shadow — a poetic interplay of design and divine purpose. • Just nearby lies Chashmai Ayub, the "Spring of Job", said to have been touched by the prophet himself. A sacred and peaceful place with timeless spiritual energy. • Visit the Bolo Hauz Mosque, with its elegant wooden pillars reflected in the still waters of a nearby pool — a place of worship and imperial grace from the 18th century.

Bukhara

Next: Citadels and Courts of Power • Step inside the mighty Ark Fortress, the ancient stronghold of Bukhara’s emirs. Wander through rooms once used as royal courts, palaces, and prisons. Artefacts, manuscripts, and treasures tell the tale of a city that once ruled the desert. Stroll through Lyabi Hauz, a serene square where mulberry trees lean over a peaceful pond. Here stood the intellectual soul of Bukhara — a gathering place for poets, mystics, and traders. Explore the beautiful Kukeldash Madrasah and the ornate Nadir Divan-Begi Khanaka, spiritual and cultural landmarks wrapped in centuries of artistry. Lunch at leisure in the old city

Bukhara

Afternoon: Bazaars of the Silk Road Dive into Bukhara’s legendary covered markets, still echoing the whispers of merchants from India, Persia, and China. • Toki Zargaron – the glimmering Jewellery Bazaar • Toki Telpak Furushon – the colourful Hat Makers’ Dome • Toki Sarrafon – the historic Money Changers’ Market Each one a time capsule of trade, craftsmanship, and everyday life — and perfect for discovering handmade souvenirs.

Bukhara

Evening Highlights: We end the day with a visit to the Poi-Kalon Complex — the architectural heart of Bukhara. • The towering Kalon Minaret (1127), once known as the “Tower of Death”, now stands as a symbol of the city’s enduring elegance. • The majestic Kalon Mosque and the still-active Miri Arab Madrasah add spiritual gravitas to this open square of grandeur. Final stop: The whimsical Chor Minor — a charming structure with four blue domes and an architectural style unlike anything else in Bukhara, influenced by distant Indian designs. Evening delight: Join a plov masterclass in a welcoming local guesthouse. Learn the secrets of Uzbekistan’s most beloved dish — and then enjoy it, steaming and fragrant, fresh from the kazan.

Day 5: From Bukhara Samarkand — Across Time and Empire

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnihgt at Shahzoda Elit Boutique Hotel

Bukhara

After breakfast, you have a free morning to savour the peaceful rhythm of Bukhara one last time. In the afternoon, we board the sleek Afrosiyob high-speed train (XX.XX), cutting through the Uzbek countryside like a silver arrow. Watch ancient landscapes glide past the window as you journey towards the legendary city of Samarkand — the crown jewel of the Timurid Empire. Upon arrival, we check into your hotel and set off for a magical twilight walk to one of the most sacred places in Central Asia

Samarkand

Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum Bathed in golden light, this 15th-century masterpiece holds the tomb of Amir Timur (Tamerlane) — the powerful conqueror who once ruled half the known world. Admire the soaring blue dome, intricate mosaics, and the sense of silent grandeur as you stand beside the resting place that inspired the architects of the Taj Mahal.

Day 6: Samarkand — Crossroads of Civilisations Tashkent

3 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnihgt at Shahzoda Elit Boutique Hotel

Samarkand

After breakfast, prepare to be amazed. Today, we explore Samarkand, a city whose name alone evokes dreams of silk, spice, science, and timeless glory. Once the heart of Timur’s empire, it flourished as one of the most vibrant centers on the Great Silk Road.

Samarkand

• Registan Square — The soul of Samarkand. Framed by three majestic madrasahs — Ulugh Beg, Sher Dor, and Tillya-Kori — this square was once the pulse of the city’s intellectual and spiritual life. • Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis — A sacred avenue of turquoise-domed tombs where saints, royals, and warriors rest. Its name means “The Living King”, and its spiritual aura is matched only by its dazzling artistry. • Bibi-Khanym Mosque — Once the largest mosque in the Islamic world, it was built by Timur in honour of his beloved queen. The sheer scale, carved marble, and towering arches will leave you speechless. • Siab Bazaar — Step into a feast for the senses. This colourful market next to the mosque has been bustling since Silk Road days — ideal for sampling dried fruits, saffron, sweets, and handwoven souvenirs

Tashkent

In the late afternoon, we board the Afrosiyob train back to Tashkent (XX.XX-XX.XX). Evening: Farewell dinner in one of Tashkent’s finest traditional restaurants, accompanied by live Uzbek music — a perfect ending to your journey through time.

Day 7: Tashkent City Tour

2 stops
Meals: breakfast
Accommodation: Overnihgt at Baden-Baden Hotel

Tashkent

Step back in time at the Khast Imam Complex, the spiritual nucleus of Uzbekistan. Within its peaceful courtyards lie ancient madrasahs, mosques, and one of Islam’s most treasured relics — the Uthman Quran, said to be the oldest in the world, dating back to the 7th century. We'll explore architectural gems like the Barak Khan Madrasah, the elegant Tillya Sheikh Mosque, and the serene Mausoleum of Kaffal Shashi, a revered local saint. Next, we dive into the colour and chaos of Chorsu Bazaar — a domed marketplace pulsing with the life of the Silk Road. Wander through aisles brimming with fragrant spices, colourful fabrics, fresh produce, and handcrafted treasures. Taste, touch, and soak up the essence of Uzbek daily life.

Tashkent

We journey into contemporary Tashkent, starting at Independence Square, a grand symbol of Uzbekistan’s national pride. Once Lenin Square, it’s now adorned with fountains, floral alleys, and the Monument of Independence and Humanism. Our next stop is the mysterious Romanov Palace (exterior), a remnant of imperial Russia built in 1891 for a disgraced grand duke — with stories as intriguing as its ornate façade. We continue to Opera and Ballet Square, home to the Navoi Theatre, a Soviet-era marvel with surprising Eastern flourishes and a storied wartime history. We end the day where we began — at Amir Timur Square — and step into the spiritual quiet of the Orthodox Cathedral of the Assumption, a final moment of stillness before dinner.

Day 8: Farewell, Uzbekistan

1 stop
Meals: Not included
Accommodation: Not included

Tashkent

After breakfast, we transfer you to Tashkent International Airport for your return flight. As you leave this land of turquoise domes, golden deserts, and unforgettable stories, you carry with you not just photos — but the spirit of the Silk Road.

Location

Activity location

Tashkent
- Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Tashkent
- Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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