A six-day Cultural Uzbekistan Tour is a journey full of unforgettable impressions and mysterious oriental romantics. This tour to Uzbekistan – part of our diverse Uzbekistan tours – will give you an opportunity to learn more about the history of ancient cities – Samarkand, Bukhara and Tashkent, which were situated on the legendary Great Silk Road. In Tashkent, you will visit a modern center and Old Town with the religious center Khast-Imam and one of the city’s oldest bazaars “Chorsu”. You will take a walk along the Ark Fortress-Citadel in Bukhara and appreciate at true value the beauty and the greatness of the Registan architectural ensemble.
Tour itinerary:
Arrive in Tashkent. You will be met by Advantour driver and transferred to the hotel. Check in to the hotel at 14:00. Your tour will start with meeting your guide to start sightseeing in the capital of Uzbekistan, the biggest city in Central Asia.
Begin at the Courage Monument, which commemorates the 1966 earthquake and honours the resilience of the people of Tashkent, before continuing to the historic Old City. Visit the Mausoleum of Kaffal Shashi, walk past the Khast-Imam Complex, view the exterior of the Islamic Civilization Center, and stroll along the newly developed Zarkaynar Street. Next, explore Chorsu Bazaar and a local pottery gallery, then ride the beautifully decorated Tashkent Metro to the modern city centre. Enjoy free time for lunch on Taras Shevchenko Street, known for its lively dining scene, then continue to the State Museum of Applied Arts and admire the elegant facade of the Alisher Navoi Opera and Ballet Theatre, concluding the tour at Amir Timur Square, where your captivating Tashkent City Tour comes to an end.
After the tour or later in the evening you can visit the Islamic Civilization Center in Tashkent on your own (optional).
Lunch break 13:00-14:00
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Begin at the Courage Monument, which commemorates the 1966 earthquake and honours the resilience of the people of Tashkent, before continuing to the historic Old City. Visit the Mausoleum of Kaffal Shashi, walk past the Khast-Imam Complex, view the exterior of the Islamic Civilization Center, and stroll along the newly developed Zarkaynar Street. Next, explore Chorsu Bazaar and a local pottery gallery, then ride the beautifully decorated Tashkent Metro to the modern city centre. Enjoy free time for lunch on Taras Shevchenko Street, known for its lively dining scene, then continue to the State Museum of Applied Arts and admire the elegant facade of the Alisher Navoi Opera and Ballet Theatre, concluding the tour at Amir Timur Square, where your captivating Tashkent City Tour comes to an end.
After the tour or later in the evening you can visit the Islamic Civilization Center in Tashkent on your own (optional).
Lunch break 13:00-14:00
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Transfer to the railway station at 06:30 in the morning. The high-speed train, Afrosiyob
, leaves from Tashkent at 07:30 and arrives in Bukhara at 11:17. Upon arrival you will be met by Advantour driver and transferred to the hotel. Leave your luggage at the hotel. Check in at noon. Take a walking sightseeing tour with a guide in historic center of Bukhara which has been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Visit Lyabi-Khauz Ensemble, Magoki-Attori Mosque, Chor-Minor Madrasah, trade domes, Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan madrasahs, Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque and Miri-Arab Madrasah, legendary Ark Fortress, Bolo-Khauz Mosque, Ismail Samani and Chashma-Ayub mausoleums. Overnight at the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Start the second day in Bukhara with a visit to Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa – the summer residence of Bukhara’s last emir (ruler), unique site combining Oriental and Russian architecture. Continue to the Mausoleum of Bakhoutdin Naqshbandi and House Museum of Fayzulla Khodjaev. In the afternoon drive to Samarkand (278 km, 4 h. 20 min*).
Arrive in Samarkand, check in to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
*The road on vans and buses is on average an hour longer.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
Arrive in Samarkand, check in to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
*The road on vans and buses is on average an hour longer.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
Meet your guide and driver at hotel lobby to start city tour. Visit spectacular Registan Square, remains of Bibi-Khanum Mosque, Siab Bazaar, Ulugbek Observatory, Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis and Gur-Emir Mausoleum, the final resting place of the Turco-Mongol emperor, Timur.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Check-out from the hotel till noon. Continue sightseeing: visit Afrasiab Museum and the Tomb of Saint Daniel. Then drive to Konigil village to explore traditional way of making Samarkand paper from mulberry. Enjoy free time with car and driver at your disposal after sightseeing tour. Late in the afternoon transfer to railway station to take the high-speed Afrosiyob train departing to Tashkent (journey time 2 h 10 min). Pick-up and transfer to the hotel in for overnight.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
Duration of sightseeing tour: 3-4 hours
Check-out from the hotel at noon. Free time until transfer to Tashkent International Airport. Departure. End of the tour.
Price includes:
- All transfers 1-2 pax by sedan standard type car; 3-7 pax by van type car; 8-13 pax by 30 seat bus, 14 pax and more by 40-50 seat bus;
- Accommodation with breakfast: standard double/twin room for Standard, Comfort and Premium options;
- Sightseeing tour program in each city with local guides;
- Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
- One dinner in a local family along the tour;
- Departure CIP lounge access at Tashkent International Airport and train stations (available with the Premium option);
- Tickets for trains Tashkent-Bukhara and Samarkand-Tashkent (on rare occasions when the high-speed train is unavailable, we will replace this with the most-comfortable class of regular train).
Price doesn't include:
- Tour leader to accompany the travellers for the whole period of the tour;
- Full board (lunches and dinners);
- Hotel charges for additional services;
- Visit to the Islamic Civilization Center in Tashkent;
- Supplement for sedan comfort type car – 360USD total;
- Consular fees for Uzbekistan tourist visa;
- Tips are not included, but would be appreciated;
- International flight tickets before and after the tour;
- Travel insurance.
Prices, per person
Prices are for 2026 in US$ per person, with discounted prices for larger groups available on request.
Accommodation
Standard:
Ramada Encore / ATECA Hotel Suites / Inspira-S / Milan / Aster Hotel Group / Europe / Navruz
Comfort:
Swissôtel / Holiday Inn Tashkent City / Movenpick Tashkent Old City / Courtyard by Marriot / Wyndham Tashkent
Premium:
Hilton Tashkent City / Hyatt Regency
Ramada Encore / ATECA Hotel Suites / Inspira-S / Milan / Aster Hotel Group / Europe / Navruz
Comfort:
Swissôtel / Holiday Inn Tashkent City / Movenpick Tashkent Old City / Courtyard by Marriot / Wyndham Tashkent
Premium:
Hilton Tashkent City / Hyatt Regency
Standard:
Minzifa / Misgaron / Marhaba Boutique / Lyabi House / Bibi-Khanym / Makon Art Hotel / Komil Boutique / Istat Boutique / Labi Rud Boutique
Comfort:
Paradise Plaza Luxury / Minorai-Kalon / Malika Bukhara / Asia Bukhara / Omar Khayyam / Emerald
Premium:
Wyndham Bukhara / Mercure Old Town Bukhara / Shahriston
Minzifa / Misgaron / Marhaba Boutique / Lyabi House / Bibi-Khanym / Makon Art Hotel / Komil Boutique / Istat Boutique / Labi Rud Boutique
Comfort:
Paradise Plaza Luxury / Minorai-Kalon / Malika Bukhara / Asia Bukhara / Omar Khayyam / Emerald
Premium:
Wyndham Bukhara / Mercure Old Town Bukhara / Shahriston
Standard:
Wellfort / Astoria Plaza / Aliz Boulevard / Emily Grand Palace / Shohjahon Palace Hotel & Spa / Golden Samarkand / Nizamov / Bibikhanum / Silk Road Empire
Comfort:
Ametist Hotel Complex / Royal / Astoria Plaza / DiliMah Premium Luxury / Golden Samarkand / Emirhan
Premium:
Hilton Samarkand Regency / Mövenpick / Zarafshon Parkside / Kohinur Plaza / Kosh Havuz Boutique / Hilton Garden Inn
Wellfort / Astoria Plaza / Aliz Boulevard / Emily Grand Palace / Shohjahon Palace Hotel & Spa / Golden Samarkand / Nizamov / Bibikhanum / Silk Road Empire
Comfort:
Ametist Hotel Complex / Royal / Astoria Plaza / DiliMah Premium Luxury / Golden Samarkand / Emirhan
Premium:
Hilton Samarkand Regency / Mövenpick / Zarafshon Parkside / Kohinur Plaza / Kosh Havuz Boutique / Hilton Garden Inn
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Welcome to Uzbekistan Reviews
Author: Jeffrey M | Rating: 5Visited: April 2026
Author: Maria W | Rating: 5Visited: April 2026
I had an incredible experience on this organized trip! Everything was thoughtfully planned, from the seamless logistics to the excellent accommodations, which made the journey both comfortable and enjoyable. What truly made the trip unforgettable, though, were the warm and welcoming Uzbeki people and the absolutely delicious local cuisine. A special highlight was our guide, Zahid - knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate. He brought each destination to life and made the experience even more meaningful. I highly recommend this trip to anyone looking for a rich cultural experience paired with outstanding organization!
Author: Bonnie N | Rating: 5Visited: April 2026
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Author: Pauline | Rating: 5Visited: April 2026
Team was great and amazingly, equally good in all locations. Thanks to everyone involved. I will certainly recommend your company to others.




















