Explore the historical cities of Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, and Tashkent with the 8-day Classic Uzbekistan Group Tour 2026-2027. Our most popular group tour takes you to the most visited cities in Uzbekistan, while also giving you an opportunity to meet fellow travelers from around the world.
Explore the historical cities of Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, and Tashkent with the 8-day Classic Uzbekistan Group Tour 2026-2027. Our most popular group tour takes you to the most visited cities in Uzbekistan, while also giving you an opportunity to meet fellow travelers from around the world. As part of our carefully designed Uzbekistan group tours, you will experience both the highlights and the hidden gems of the country. Enjoy the modernity of Tashkent, the medieval architectural ensembles of Samarkand, the serenity of Bukhara, and the history of Khiva, all while making the most of your time and money.
Our group tour offers a unique and enriching experience, from ancient Silk Road cities to breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures. But the real magic happens when you connect with incredible people from around the world. Share stories, create lasting memories, and build friendships that make the journey truly special. Join us and discover your next great adventure!
Make your journey even grander and forge more friendships by combining the Classic Uzbekistan Group Tour with group tours to Turkmenistan or Georgia. Alternatively, book an extension to the Darvaza Gas Crater, the drying Aral Sea, once one of the world's largest inland salt lakes, the natural beauties of Aidarkul, a lake in the middle of the desert, or visit Penjikent, the most ancient city of Tajikistan.
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.
Tour itinerary:
Arrive in Tashkent . Meet your driver and get transferred to the hotel. Check-in is from 14:00. Enjoy a rest day free from activities.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will get on a guided sightseeing tour in the capital of Uzbekistan, the largest 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 , then ride the beautifully decorated Tashkent Metro to the modern city centre. Enjoy free time for lunch. 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 the Tashkent city tour ends. Following the tour, transfer to the domestic airport for an evening flight to Urgench departing at 20:40 (1093 km, 1 h 30 min). Upon arrival in Urgench at 22:10, transfer to the hotel in Khiva (30 km, 35 min). Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
After breakfast start your sightseeing tour of Khiva, a highlight for many on the Classic Uzbekistan Group Tour. Visit Ichan-Qala Fortress , a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Ichan-Qala Fortress visit Kunya-Ark , Sayeed Alauddin Mausoleum , Arab-Mukhamadkhan Madrasah , Oq-Masjid Mosque , Madrasah of Hodjan Berdi-biya , Shirgazikhan Madrasah , Abdullakhan Madrasah, Juma Mosque , Kalta-Minor Minaret , Allakulikhan Madrasah , Tosh-Khovli Palace , Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum , Minaret of Islom-Khoja . At 19:00 transfer to domestic airport flight* to Bukhara at 21:00 arriving in Bukhara at 22:00. Arrival in Bukhara , transfer to the hotel. Attention! In rare cases when the flight is fully booked during the high season, the clients will be dispatched to Bukhara on the morning flight the following day. Tea/coffee break *subject to availability and maybe substituted to transfer by train or by mini van Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
After breakfast start walking sightseeing tour in Bukhara. Visit Lyabi Hauz Ensemble , Magoki-Attori Mosque , Chor-Minor Madrasah , trade domes , Kalyan Minaret , Kalyan Mosque and Miri-Arab Madrasah , Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan madrasahs, Ark Fortress , Bolo-Khauz Mosque , Ismail Samani and Chashma-Ayub mausoleums. In the evening enjoy a National Show at Nadir Divan-begi Madrasah and a delicious dinner at the National house. Tea/coffee break Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Breakfast. Continue your Classic Uzbekistan Group Tour 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 House Museum of Fayzulla Khodjaev . 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
After breakfast, Samarkand sightseeing tour. Visit spectacular Registan Square , Gur Emir Mausoleum – the mausoleum of Amir Timur, remains of Bibi Khanum Mosque , Siab Bazaar , Ulugbek Observatory . Free time in the afternoon. Tea/coffee break Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Breakfast. Continue sightseeing tour in Samarkand. You will visit Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis , Afrasiab Museum and the Tomb of Saint Daniel . Then drive to Konigil village to explore traditional way of making Samarkand paper from mulberry. Farewell lunch in Samarkand. At 16:30 transfer to the railway station to take the high-speed Afrosiyob train departing at 17:30 (300 km, 2 h 10 m) and arriving in Tashkent at 19:40. Pick-up and transfer to the hotel. Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours Do you want to extend your adventures? Book extensions to explore virgin nature of Aidarkul or visit Penjikent , the most ancient city of Tajikistan .
Check-out from the hotel till noon. Transfer to the airport. End of the 8-day Classic Uzbekistan Group Tour.
Only inclusions explicitly present in the tour data are listed here.
The catalogue records the accommodation standard shown below. Exact hotel names and room categories are confirmed with your booking.
Time to slow down is built into this itinerary. The stays below are linked to this tour and form part of the travel programme.
Included in this tourTashkent
World-class medical spa with German-trained doctors. Cardiology, diabetes care, anti-aging treatments and full hotel service.
Resort gallery
From €150 per night
Included in this tourBukhara
Restored 19th-century building in the heart of Old Bukhara. Authentic Eastern hammam, salt cave therapy, and herbal treatments.
Resort gallery
From €80 per night
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| 1 Oct | 8 Oct | London Heathrow Airport | Afrosiyob Rail | 24 seats left | £1,125 | Select |
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