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10 days
Start
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Finish
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
Trip Code
KFPU
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Metro, High-speed train, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)
From £2,195(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Travel with a local leader who will share the magic of Uzbekistan's ‘holiest city’ in Bukhara, tell the ancient tales of historic Khiva and guide you through the extraordinary architecture of Samarkand.
Uncover Tashkent’s Soviet legacy and its contemporary culture. Explore the vast Chorsu Bazaar and embrace the hustle and bustle of one of Asia's oldest markets.
Stay within the walls of Uzbekistan’s history during a historical Feature Stay in an old Jewish house converted into a boutique hotel in Bukhara.
Understand local life through food by joining a local family in Samarkand for a cooking class, where you’ll learn about the popular Central Asian rice dish of plov. Then, enjoy a taste of Khorezmian culture during a family cooking class in Khiva.
Dig into Samarkand’s cultural heritage on a visit with a local artisan – one of the few people in Central Asia who continues to produce paper using a 1000-year-old method. Then, indulge in a few drops at the Bagizagan winery, considered the best wine producer in Uzbekistan.
Is this trip right for you?
As there are a couple of long travel days, plenty of time spent on your feet and days can be hot and dusty, you'll need to be reasonably fit to get the most out if this trip.
The Central Asian diet relies heavily on meat-based dishes. Dietary restrictions, such as vegetarian and gluten free, are not well known in Uzbekistan, and may have very limited options.
Our accommodation is all carefully selected, but keep in mind that the standard in Uzbekistan does not always live up to the Western expectations you might be used to. Rooms can be small, water pressure can be unreliable, and some amenities might not always be available.
Winter weather in Uzbekistan is unpredictable with cold, sunny conditions as likely as rain or snow in certain locations. At this time of year, it is important you prepare for the various weather conditions you may encounter and to pack accordingly – plenty of layers, waterproofs and appropriate footwear.
Itinerary
Discover the ancient Silk Road riches of Uzbekistan
Journey back to the days of the Great Silk Road on a 10-day Premium adventure through Uzbekistan. Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Tashkent, marvel at glorious architecture in Samarkand, discover the holy sites of Bukhara and visit the ancient monuments of Khiva. Encounter a friendly welcome at every turn, join a local family for a traditional cooking class and get to know the ins and outs of a traditional Uzbek village. From medieval cities to charismatic communities, Uzbekistan has so much to uncover.
Inclusions
Meals
9 breakfasts, 5 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle, Metro, High-speed train, Plane
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Feature Stay (2 nights)
Included activities
Tashkent - welcome dinner
Tashkent - Chorsu Bazaar
Tashkent - Amir Timur Square
Tashkent - Khast Imom Complex & Moyie Mubarek Library Museum
Tashkent - City tour
Tashkent - Metro tour
Samarkand - Bibi-Khanym Mosque
Samarkand - Handmade paper workshop
Samarkand - Afrosiab Museum
Samarkand - Plov cooking demonstration & family visit
Samarkand - Ulugbek's Observatory
Samarkand - Uzbek Bagizagan winery visit and tasting
Samarkand - City tour
Samarkand - Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
Samarkand - Shakh-I-Zinda
Samarkand - Registan Square
Samarkand - Siob Bazaar
Bukhara - Folklore & music performance
Bukhara - Bolo Hauz Complex
Bukhara - Chashma Ayub Mausoleum
Bukhara - Ismail Samani Mausoleum
Bukhara - Ark Fortress
Bukhara - Bolo Hauz Mosque
Bukhara - Chor Minor
Bukhara - Kalon Minaret & Mosque
Bukhara - Taki Zargaron Trading Dome
Bukhara - Lyabi Khauz Complex
Bukhara - City tour
Bukhara - Sitorai Mohi Hosa Palace
Khiva - Islom Hoja Minaret & Medressa
Khiva - Juma Mosque
Khiva - Tosh-Hovli Palace
Khiva - Kunya Ark
Khiva - Kalta Minor Minaret
Khiva - Sunset drinks
Khiva - Muhammad Rahim-khan Medressa
Khiva - Muhammad Amin-khan Medressa
Khiva - Khorezmian cuisine cooking class
Optional activities
Tashkent - Art Gallery of Uzbekistan - UZS50000
Tashkent - Museum of Applied Arts - UZS60000
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information. 
3. This trip includes a domestic flight from Urgench to Tashkent. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 5kg for carry on.
4. Due to changes to the airline’s flight schedule, on some departures the domestic flight to Tashkent on Day 9 will be in the afternoon instead of the morning. All included activities will remain unchanged.
Reviews (163)
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Mira
Jun 04, 2025
My recent travel to Uzbekistan was the most memorable one. It was the love on the first sight. It’s rich history, people, cities, countryside, food…. I could write pages about all of that. Having an amazing and knowledgeable guide as my group of 9 had, was such a huge treat. Thanks to Shah and Intrepid for making my travel through Uzbekistan such a special one.
Neil and Jo
Jun 04, 2025
This was our twelfth Intrepid trip in the past fifteen years and undoubtedly one of the best. Uzbekistan was a delightful surprise. We were expecting an arid country, still developing. Instead, a fertile land with excellent infrastructure. Our leader, Zafar, was exceptional. The history and culture were amazing!
Steven
Jun 02, 2025
Excellent trip. Very informative and interesting. Friendly people and tour group was great.
Alex
May 31, 2025
An excellent trip covering 4 of Uzbekistan’s cities. Great itinerary showcasing a large number of Uzbekistan’s highlights, from markets to mosques. And our guide Zafar was superb!
Naomi
May 31, 2025
Uzbekistan surprised us by how beautiful, safe, multicultural and tourist friendly it was. Accommodation, food and infrastructure surpassed expectations. Zafar our group leader was exemplary.
Brigitte
May 29, 2025
Amazing! Expecting much but all was even better. Timur the guide is a darling, helping, explaining history and present time in Uzbekistan and changing itinery when appropriate. Lots if laughing and jocking within a group of such wonderful people. Enjoyed every minute, with memories to last!
Suzanne
May 28, 2025
This was my first time with intrepid and it won’t be my last. Group of 10 works it was brilliant. LOCHIN our tour guide was there for every enquiry we had..He went to great lengths to make our holiday memorable . We bonded with our fellow travellers sharing all our stories of other places we have been to. Suzanne
JUDI
May 28, 2025
Excellent tour. Uzbekistan was beautiful and really easy to get around. Well organised and enough time in each city. Interesting included trips . Felt safe wandering around on my own on day after trip finished. Our Tour leader Lochin went above & beyond. He was very knowledgeable and I’d thoroughly recommend the trip. Also very cheap to eat out and travel around
Clare
May 23, 2025
Fabulous trip. So well organised. A FANTASTIC guide. WONDERFUL destination. Can't fault & HIGHLY recommend
Zoya
May 19, 2025
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