Fergana Valley 2-day tour is a journey into the heart of the craft traditions and cultural heritage of eastern Uzbekistan. The program covers the region’s main cities, blending history, artistry, and a vibrant atmosphere.
On the first day, you will explore the historic monuments of Kokand and visit the renowned pottery workshops of Rishtan, before enjoying dinner with a local Uzbek family in the evening. The second day offers an introduction to silk production at the Yodgorlik factory, a stroll through the bustling bazaar in Margilan, and a visit to the city park in Fergana.
This trip is ideal for those who appreciate authentic craftsmanship and want to discover the processes behind Uzbekistan’s ceramics and silk. Browse the detailed itinerary of our 2-day tour to the Fergana Valley, and you will see why it makes an excellent addition to a classic Uzbekistan tour.
Tour itinerary:
Early morning transfer to Tashkent railway station. Departure of the train to Kokand at 08:05 (alternative private transport is also available). Arrival in Kokand at 12:16, meeting with the guide and driver to start the active part of the tour in the Fergana Valley. You will visit the main historical and cultural sights of Kokand: the palace of Khudoyar Khan and the Jami Mosque. You will also visit the museum of Hamza, a famous poet and playwright, whose full name is Hamza Hakimzade Niyazi. Next, you will take a short drive to the town of Rishtan (40 km, 1 hour), famous for its magnificent ceramics. You will visit the home and workshop of Rustam Usmanov, a master potter whose works have been exhibited at international exhibitions. You will observe the process of pottery making and admire a beautiful collection of traditional Rishtan ceramics with intricate patterns and blue-green glaze. In the evening, transfer to Fergana (50 km, 1 hour). Upon arrival in Fergana, you will have dinner with a local family, where you will try homemade traditional Uzbek dishes, learn about the culture and way of life of the Uzbek people, and learn about family traditions. During dinner, you will be able to taste dishes such as pilaf, kazan kabob, as well as try authentic tandoor flatbread, local fruits, and sweets. After dinner, transfer to the hotel. Check-in. Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast at the hotel, meet your guide and driver and depart for Margilan (15 km, 30 minutes) to visit the Yodgorlik Silk Factory. Here, you will observe the entire process of producing silk fabrics with traditional ikat patterns – from collecting silkworm cocoons to hand dyeing and weaving the fabric on a loom.
After the silk factory, take a stroll through a vibrant oriental bazaar. If your visit falls on a Thursday or Sunday, you will explore the Kumtepa Bazaar; on other days, you will visit the Margilan Central Bazaar. The market is full of lively trade, fragrant spices, dried fruits, handicrafts, and more. During your visit, be sure to sample the local delicacy, halva.
Following the bazaar visit, enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant*, where you can taste some of the finest dishes of the Fergana Valley. Return to Fergana for a walk in Ahmad Al-Fergani Park. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Tashkent. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. This marks the end of your Fergana Valley 2-day tour.
*Optional: Trip to the Wine Garden winery (20 km, 30 minutes) for lunch at the restaurant located on the winery grounds.
After the silk factory, take a stroll through a vibrant oriental bazaar. If your visit falls on a Thursday or Sunday, you will explore the Kumtepa Bazaar; on other days, you will visit the Margilan Central Bazaar. The market is full of lively trade, fragrant spices, dried fruits, handicrafts, and more. During your visit, be sure to sample the local delicacy, halva.
Following the bazaar visit, enjoy lunch at a local café or restaurant*, where you can taste some of the finest dishes of the Fergana Valley. Return to Fergana for a walk in Ahmad Al-Fergani Park. In the evening, transfer to the airport for your flight to Tashkent. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. This marks the end of your Fergana Valley 2-day tour.
*Optional: Trip to the Wine Garden winery (20 km, 30 minutes) for lunch at the restaurant located on the winery grounds.
Price includes:
- All transfers in Ferghana Valley 1-2 pax by sedan type car; 3-7 pax by van type car;
- Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
- Sightseeing tour program with local guide;
- Dinner in a local family in Fergana;
- Entrance fees to sights as per itinerary;
- Ticket for train Tashkent-Kokand;
- Ticket for flight Fergana-Tashkent.
Price doesn't include:
- Tour leader to accompany the travelers for the whole period of the tour;
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Supplement for sedan comfort type car – 200USD total;
- Tips are not included, but would be appreciated;
- Travel insurance.
Prices, per person
Prices are for 2025 in US$ per person, with discounted prices for larger groups available on request.
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Fergana Valley Reviews
Author: Yrena Syzdol & Wouter Geris | Rating: 510 June 2014
We really liked our visit to the Yodgorlik silk factory, very interesting. And the other things, like the pottery workshop, wood carving, and especially the house of Bakhrom-aka (wool carpets) was very exceptional to see! He was very kind and his family gave us the warmest welcome.
Great service, quick response on e-mail. Excellent driver (very friendly and helpful).
Great service, quick response on e-mail. Excellent driver (very friendly and helpful).
