Uzbekistan Highlights (12 days)

Uzbekistan Highlights (12 days)

$1280/ per person

A diverse adventure through Uzbekistan’s natural and cultural gems: hike in the Chimgan and Zarafshan mountains, sleep in yurts by Aydar Lake, and explore the UNESCO-listed old towns of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. This tour blends light activity with authentic moments in nature and heritage.

Day 1

Tashkent: Late evening arrival in Tashkent, passport control, and transfer to hotel. 3 nights in Tashkent.

Day 2

Tashkent: Explore the 2,000-year-old capital: Kukeldash & Barak Khan Madrasas, Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum, Opera House, Independence Square, Earthquake Memorial, Artistic Soviet-era metro, Chorsu Bazaar under 7 domes, Evening strol on “Broadway” (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 3

Day trip to Chimgan Mountains: Scenic cable car ride to the mountain base, Short hike through Aksay Gorge and waterfall views (~3 km) Return to Tashkent. (≈180 km) (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 4

Tashkent → Samarkand: High-speed train to Samarkand (UNESCO-listed city). Visit Registan Square, Bibi-Khanum Mosque, Walk through the Silk Road bazaar. Dinner at a local restaurant or caravanserai. 3 nights in Samarkand. (≈320 km) (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 5

Samarkand: Gur-Emir Mausoleum (Timur), Shakhi Zinda Necropolis, Wine tasting at Khovrenko Vineyard (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 6

Zarafshan Mountains Hike: Trip to Zarafshan Mountains in a small vehicle (3 pax max): 8 km hike among almond groves and mountain views, Picnic lunch in nature. Return to Samarkand (Breakfast, Picnic, Dinner)

Day 7

Samarkand → Aydar Lake: Drive to the Nurata mountains and semi-desert. Stop at Sarmish Gorge to see ancient petroglyphs (~4 km), Yurt camp at Aydar Lake, Uzbek stories and music under the stars. Overnight in yurts. (≈320 km) (Breakfast, Picnic, Dinner)

Day 8

Aydar Lake → Bukhara: Leisure time at the lake: walk, swim, relax (~0.5 km walk), Drive to Bukhara. 2 nights. (≈300 km) (Breakfast, Picnic, Dinner)

Day 9

Bukhara: The Golden City. Walking tour through old Bukhara: Magoki Attori Mosque, Ulughbek & Abdulaziz Madrasas, Labi-Hauz complex, spice & silk streets, Dinner with a local family. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 10

Bukhara → Khiva: Desert drive across the Kyzylkum along the Amu Darya River 2 nights in Khiva. (≈430 km) (Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 11

The Desert City Khiva: Guided walking tour in Itchan Kala (UNESCO): Palaces, mosques, madrasas, Kuhna Ark, Bake bread with locals in a tandir oven(Breakfast, Dinner)

Day 12

Khiva → Urgench: Morning transfer to Urgench Airport and individual departure. (Breakfast)

Included Services:

  • Group travel by air-conditioned bus/minibus/train
  • Domestic flight from Tashkent to Urgench
  • Train rides Khiva–Bukhara–Samarkand–Tashkent
  • Transfers including luggage handling
  • Comfortable double-room accommodation in mid-range hotels (with breakfast)
  • Entrance Fees included
  • Travel Guide
  • For Families: Children from 4 years old, full fare
  • Room Policy: Max. 2 people per room
  • German-speaking tour guides on request

$1280/ per person