Upgraded - Treasures of Uzbekistan Tour with 15 Reviews by Explore

10 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

16 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

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Ends

Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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Highlights

Marvel at the beauty of Uzbekistan's architecture while staying at premium accommodation

Wander around the narrow alleyways of the the open air museum of Khiva

Discover a once forbidden Soviet avant garde art collection in Nukus

Itinerary

Step into the pages of the Silk Road on the "Upgraded - Treasures of Uzbekistan" tour, a 10-day easy-paced exploration from Tashkent to Samarkand. Delve into Khiva’s labyrinth of ancient alleys, marvel at the avant-garde art of Nukus, and take in Bukhara’s 9th-century mosque and Lyabi Khause Square over coffee. Witness the dazzling tilework of Samarkand’s Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis and the grandeur of Registan Square. Each evening, enjoy the comforts of premium accommodation. The unique selling point: a hand-picked blend of world heritage sites and authentic Uzbek experiences, all delivered with superior comfort for travelers fascinated by history and culture.

day 1Join trip in Tashkent. Dinner at a traditional restaurant

Our tour starts today in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Its tree-lined boulevards, museums, galleries, and many Soviet-era buildings set the scene for the remarkable journey ahead.

If you're arriving today, please come through Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport (TAS), which is approximately a 30-minute drive from our hotel. As part of our Upgraded range, we also offer a complimentary airport transfer to those who have made pre-tour accommodation arrangements through Explore, regardless of your arrival day.

Hotel check-in is available from 15:00. If you wish to arrange early check-in or pre-tour nights, please contact us to book in advance.

For those arriving in time, our tour leader will meet you at 18:00 in the hotel reception for the welcome meeting. If you miss this meeting, your tour leader will provide any essential information at 9:00 on Day 2.

If you'd like to fight jet lag or extend your stay before the tour officially begins, you can book additional nights in Tashkent. A walk along Navruz Park's canal is a great way to get acquainted with the laid-back atmosphere of the capital.

Dinner tonight is included, giving us the opportunity to sample some of the local specialities at a traditional restaurant.

Meals

Dinner

Accommodation

Crowne Plaza Tashkent (or similar)

day 2City tour of Tashkent and free time in the afternoon

day 3Fly to Nukus. Visit the Savitsky Museum and the mysterious Mizdahkhan Necropolis

day 4Drive to Khiva through the Valley of Fifty Fortresses. Watch the sun set on top of Khiva’s city walls

day 5Take a walking tour of the ancient city of Khiva. Shivit Oshi noodles for lunch and free afternoon

day 6Drive through the Kizilkum Desert to Bukhara. Late afternoon visit to picture-perfect Kalyan Mosque

day 7Guided visit of Bukhara; free time in the afternoon

day 8Optional visit to Bukhara Emir’s summer house. Take a high-speed train to the city of Samarkand

day 9Guided tour of Samarkand’s magnificent mosques and mausoleums. Pilov dinner at a local house

day 10Tour ends in Samarkand

What's Included

Accommodation

Crowne Plaza Tashkent (or similar) (2 nights)Pana Hotel (or similar) (1 night)Hotel Farovon Khiva (or similar) (2 nights)Latifa Begim Boutique Hotel (or similar) (2 nights)Zarafshon Parkside Hotel (or similar) (2 nights)

Meals

9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 3 Dinners

Transport

Driver(s)BusFlightTrain

Guide

Explore Tour LeaderLocal Guide(s)

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4.8

based on 15 reviews

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Anonymous

Guillia put a great self-drive tour together for us and Susana looked after us as we travelled. (Even when we got lost) The car and accommodation was good and the guides patient and informative. Only issue we had was parking in small villages, garages, and cities. Apart from the parking we had a relaxing and enjoyable holiday, thank you.

3 weeks ago

DavidVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Jun 4, 2026

An excellent and high paced tour covering the country from Tashkent, via Nukus, Khiva and Bukhara to finish in Samarkand. A lot of miles are covered comfortably and efficiently by plane, bus and high-speed train. All the hotels were of a high standard with the Latifa Begim Hotel in the centre of Bukhara being my favourite for its comfort, old style (although only 3 years old) and its proximity to all the historic sites of the town. You were never more than a short walk away from historical sites, shops in the 1569 built shopping arcade and numerous restaurants. Tulkin. our guide. Was very knowledgeable regarding the long and complex history of Uzbekistan, and its peoples. Sometimes it would have been nice to have had less of an historical sweep in the hot sun and some finer detail of artefacts that we saw on the walk around. Uzbekistan is not a country known for culinary finesse. Menus were sometimes very repetitive and bland, although salads were always fresh and varied and well prepared. Dill is a favourite flavouring. In April 2026 the Government decreed that alcohol (and tobacco) could no longer be purchased with cash. This altered the financial dynamics of the monies held. Some hotels/restaurants ignored this ruling but others adhered to it strictly. Cards became far more accepted. The financial section of the trip notes needs reviewing and amending. It was a wonderful and memorable experience and one that I would recommend to anyone wanting to travel away from the traditional hotspots. It has sparked my interest in the other “Stans”.

Jun 4, 2026

AnonymousVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Jun 4, 2026

A very comprehensive tour. All major sites were covered. There was plenty of free time for relaxation or independent exploration.

Jun 4, 2026

AnonymousVerified Traveler

4.0 | Very Good

May 5, 2026

It was a brilliant tour, we managed to cover quite a distance across Uzbekistan including Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand. All the hotels were high standard with amazing breakfast to start your day. I would have liked to a bit on slower pace. It was obvious our tour guide was very knowledgeable and passionate on history, it might have been better to shorten the information, because standing for 20 minutes in the heat. One end up not hearing anything. Also after 8 am breakfast perhaps it’s a good idea for the Tour guide to be advised we need to stop for lunch and drink. Most of the time lunch was about 3pm and it was rushed. Other than that it was a brilliant tour.

May 5, 2026

JacquelineVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

May 5, 2026

A well thought out trip with a great guide who is passionate about his country’s history. The only slight negatives would be the pre paid meals which were rather bland and repetitive ( I think we all would have preferred to chose and pay for our own), and the pretty dire food at the truck stop between Nukus and Khiva. Otherwise it was a truly fabulous and memorable experience with a lovely group and a perfect itinerary. Uzbekistan is a jewel., and we are now keen to visit the other stans! For Explore: more upgraded tours to more locations please! A better phone service (answering time far too long!), with a dedicated pre trip (with 24 hours of departure) line for information which had not been sent. Please advise about tip money paid to drivers etc. prior to the trip - none of us had the right amount of cash ready ( we were all prepared to tip the tour guide, but we were asked to provide cash for the others on the first day) .

May 5, 2026

AnonymousVerified Traveler

5.0 | Excellent

Apr 12, 2026

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Itinerary

day 1Join trip in Tashkent. Dinner at a traditional restaurant

day 2City tour of Tashkent and free time in the afternoon

day 3Fly to Nukus. Visit the Savitsky Museum and the mysterious Mizdahkhan Necropolis

day 4Drive to Khiva through the Valley of Fifty Fortresses. Watch the sun set on top of Khiva’s city walls

day 5Take a walking tour of the ancient city of Khiva. Shivit Oshi noodles for lunch and free afternoon

day 6Drive through the Kizilkum Desert to Bukhara. Late afternoon visit to picture-perfect Kalyan Mosque

day 7Guided visit of Bukhara; free time in the afternoon

day 8Optional visit to Bukhara Emir’s summer house. Take a high-speed train to the city of Samarkand

day 9Guided tour of Samarkand’s magnificent mosques and mausoleums. Pilov dinner at a local house

day 10Tour ends in Samarkand

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day 1Join trip in Tashkent. Dinner at a traditional restaurant

day 2City tour of Tashkent and free time in the afternoon

day 3Fly to Nukus. Visit the Savitsky Museum and the mysterious Mizdahkhan Necropolis

day 4Drive to Khiva through the Valley of Fifty Fortresses. Watch the sun set on top of Khiva’s city walls

day 5Take a walking tour of the ancient city of Khiva. Shivit Oshi noodles for lunch and free afternoon

day 6Drive through the Kizilkum Desert to Bukhara. Late afternoon visit to picture-perfect Kalyan Mosque

day 7Guided visit of Bukhara; free time in the afternoon

day 8Optional visit to Bukhara Emir’s summer house. Take a high-speed train to the city of Samarkand

day 9Guided tour of Samarkand’s magnificent mosques and mausoleums. Pilov dinner at a local house

day 10Tour ends in Samarkand

Customer Reviews

4.8

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