Explore this world of ethereal beauty and fairy tales with the Uzbekistan-Tajikistan Group Tour. Take a walk through local bazaars to feel the spirit of the Silk Road, visit the ancient cities of Samarkand, Bukhara, and Penjikent to discover the architectural beauty of the Middle Ages, and revel in the grandeur of nature at Iskanderkul Lake. Travel with like-minded tourists through these two great countries at a shared cost, without sacrifice on experiences or comfort.
Participants should be in good health, comfortable walking 4-6 hours daily at a moderate pace, managing stairs and short ascents. Rest assured, we'll ensure plenty of breaks to enjoy the journey together.
Day 1, Fr: Tashkent – arrival
Arrival in
Tashkent. Meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. Check in from 14:00. Free day before beginning of Uzbekistan-Tajikistan Group Tour.
Day 2, Sa: Tashkent – Urgench – Khiva
After breakfast start guided sightseeing tour in the capital of Uzbekistan, the biggest city in Central Asia. You will start with exploring the
Old City. Visit
Khast-Imam Complex, where the world famous Quran, holy book that belonged to Caliph Uthman, has been preserved. The complex consists of
Barak-Khan Madrasah,
Tillya Sheykh Mosque,
Saint Abu Bakr Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum and the
Islamic Institute of Imam al-Bukhari. Then take a ride on
Tashkent Metro to the city center to visit
Applied Arts Museum and walk through
Navoi Theater to
Amir Timur Square where you will end Tashkent city tour.
Transfer to domestic airport, evening flight to
Urgench (1093 km, 1 h 40 min). Arrival in Urgench, transfer to the hotel in
Khiva (30 km, 35 min).
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Day 3, Su: Khiva – Urgench – Bukhara
After breakfast sightseeing tour in Khiva. Visit
Itchan-Kala Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Itchan-Kala Fortress visit
Sayeed Alauddin Mausoleum,
Arab-Mukhamadkhan Madrasah,
Oq-Masjid Mosque,
Madrasah of Hodjan Berdi-biya,
Shirgazikhan Madrasah, Abdullakhan Madrasah,
Juma Mosque,
Allakulikhan Madrasah,
Tosh-Khovli Palace,
Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum,
Minaret of Islom-Khoja. In the evening transfer to domestic airport flight* to Bukhara. Arrival in
Bukhara, transfer to the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
*subject to availability and maybe substituted to transfer by train or by mini van
Day 5, Tu: Bukhara – Samarkand
Breakfast. Start the second day with a visit to
Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa – the summer residence of Bukhara’s last emir, unique site combining Oriental and Russian architecture. Continue to the Mausoleum of
Bakhouddin Naqshbandi and
Chor-Bakr Necropolis. In the afternoon depart Bukhara and drive to Samarkand (470 km, 4-5 hrs.). Upon arrival at Samarkand check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
Day 8, Fr: Samarkand – Seven lakes – Penjikent
Early morning transfer to Uzbekistan-Tajikistan border Jartepa (50 km, 1 h). Customs and passport control on both sides, cross the border. Upon arrival at the customs and passport control on both sides, kindly proceed to the exit of the border control area. At that point, our guide/driver will be waiting for you with the sign with your name. Meet Tajik local guide and driver to Seven Lakes (80 km, 1.5-2h.).
Haf Kul - seven lakes of different colors in mountains of Tajikistan: 1. Mijgon, 2. Soya, 3. Hushyor, 4. Nophin lakes (2139m.a.l), Khurdak, 6.Marguzor, 7.Hazorchashma lakes (2400m a.s.l.). Picnic at the lake.
After lunch drive to Penjikent. Sightseeing in
Penjikent: Rudaki Museum, as Penjikent is a birthplace of Abu Abdallah Rudaki, considered by many to be the father of Persian Poetry. Visit the
ancient Penjikent ruins of old Sogdian town founded in the 5th century and abandoned in the 8th century by Arabs. Foundations of houses, a citadel with a couple of Zoroastrian fire temples and city bazaar are visible in the excavated ruins. Overnight at the hotel.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9, Sa: Penjikent – Iskanderkul – Dushanbe
Drive to
Dushanbe via
Iskanderkul Lake. According to the legend, the Lake Iskanderkul was named after Alexander the Great, known as Iskander in the East. People say that Alexander the Great's path to India passed by this lake. Lunch at the traditional homestay "Dilovar". After, you will stroll around the lake, explore five springs and Zmeinoe (Snake) Lake, walk to 38 m high waterfall that local people compare to Niagara and call Fanskaya Niagara (Niagara of Fan). Drive to Dushanbe. Overnight at the hotel.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Start sightseeing in the capital of Tajikistan. Visit the Botanical garden, a very beautiful garden with many old trees, and a favorite place of Tajik people,
National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan (closed on Mondays) that includes exhibits on history, natural history and art (Buddha in Nirvana is one of the most valuable exhibits of the museum),
Ismail Somoni Monument, the Building of National Spirit, Rudaki Prospect and the Main Mosque of Dushanbe. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 5-6 hours
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 11, Mo: Dushanbe – departure
Check-out from the hotel till noon. Transfer to Dushanbe Airport. End of Uzbekistan-Tajikistan Group Tour.
Price includes:
- Accommodation based on double room sharing throughout the tour, breakfasts included;
- Transportation throughout the tour, including airports/train stations pick up and drop offs;
- Sightseeing with local English speaking guide in each city;
- Entrance tickets to the sights as per itinerary;
- Economy class tickets for flights Tashkent-Urgench, Urgench-Bukhara;
- Dinner with folklore show program at Nadir Divan-begi Madrasah in Bukhara, farewell lunch in Samarkand;
- Visa support letter for Uzbekistan visa;

- Visa support letter for Tajikistan tourist visa;
- Full board (lunches and dinners) in Tajikistan;
- Tour leader to escort groups of 8 and more travelers in each country.
Price doesn't include:
- Tour leader to accompany travellers for the whole period of the tour in Uzbekistan for groups with less than 8 persons;
- Full board (lunches and dinners) in Uzbekistan;
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Consular fees for Uzbekistan and Tajikistan tourist visas;
- Camera fees, charged separately by museums;
- International flight tickets before and after the tour;
- Travel insurance.
Dates & Prices, per person
2025
Fri, 25 Jul - Mon, 4 Aug
Sold out
US$ 2,060
Fri, 15 Aug - Mon, 25 Aug
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 29 Aug - Mon, 8 Sep
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 12 Sep - Mon, 22 Sep
Available
US$ 2,290
2026
Fri, 3 Apr - Mon, 13 Apr
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 24 Apr - Mon, 4 May
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 22 May - Mon, 1 Jun
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 12 Jun - Mon, 22 Jun
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 26 Jun - Mon, 6 Jul
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 24 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 14 Aug - Mon, 24 Aug
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 28 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 21 Sep
Available
US$ 2,290
2027
Fri, 2 Apr - Mon, 12 Apr
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 23 Apr - Mon, 3 May
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 21 May - Mon, 31 May
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 11 Jun - Mon, 21 Jun
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 25 Jun - Mon, 5 Jul
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 23 Jul - Mon, 2 Aug
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 13 Aug - Mon, 23 Aug
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 27 Aug - Mon, 6 Sep
Available
US$ 2,290
Fri, 10 Sep - Mon, 20 Sep
Available
US$ 2,290
Single supplement: US$ 350
100% guaranteed departures – even if there is only 1 traveler.
Group size: 1-16 persons
Please note that itinerary and prices are subject to change due to airline and train schedule changes, currency fluctuations and other unforeseeable events.
Accommodation
Panjakent Plaza 3* / Rudaki 3*
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