Extended Classic Tour of Uzbekistan and Karakalpakstan
Itinerary: Tashkent – Nukus – Khiva – Bukhara – Samarkand – Tashkent
Price from 1 560$
9 days / 8 nights
Price from 1 560$
9 days / 8 nights
This journey reveals the layered history of the country: from medieval Eastern architecture to 20th-century avant-garde art and the ruins of ancient civilizations over two thousand years old.
The itinerary begins in Tashkent, the modern capital and largest city of Central Asia. Next, travel to Nukus, home to the world-renowned Savitsky Museum and unique archaeological sites of Khorezm. The journey continues to Khiva, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Crossing the Kyzylkum Desert, you will reach Bukhara, with its sacred atmosphere and architectural richness. The route concludes in the majestic Samarkand, the city of empires and a symbol of the Great Silk Road.
This tour goes beyond the classic program, offering a deeper exploration of Uzbekistan’s history, culture, and heritage.
The itinerary begins in Tashkent, the modern capital and largest city of Central Asia. Next, travel to Nukus, home to the world-renowned Savitsky Museum and unique archaeological sites of Khorezm. The journey continues to Khiva, a beautifully preserved medieval city. Crossing the Kyzylkum Desert, you will reach Bukhara, with its sacred atmosphere and architectural richness. The route concludes in the majestic Samarkand, the city of empires and a symbol of the Great Silk Road.
This tour goes beyond the classic program, offering a deeper exploration of Uzbekistan’s history, culture, and heritage.
Arrival in Tashkent. Meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. Check-in after 14:00.
On this day, enjoy a city tour of Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan and the largest city in Central Asia. The program begins with a visit to the Monument of Courage, one of the city’s historical symbols. Then, explore Old Town, including the Khast-Imam Complex with the famous Uthman Quran, and stroll through the colorful Chorsu Bazaar.
Next, take the Tashkent Metro to the city center, visit the Applied Arts Museum, and walk around the Navoi Theatre area and Amir Timur Square.
End of the excursion. Overnight at the hotel
On this day, enjoy a city tour of Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan and the largest city in Central Asia. The program begins with a visit to the Monument of Courage, one of the city’s historical symbols. Then, explore Old Town, including the Khast-Imam Complex with the famous Uthman Quran, and stroll through the colorful Chorsu Bazaar.
Next, take the Tashkent Metro to the city center, visit the Applied Arts Museum, and walk around the Navoi Theatre area and Amir Timur Square.
End of the excursion. Overnight at the hotel
Breakfast. Transfer to the local airport. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to the Savitsky Art Museum. Recognized by experts and international media, this museum houses one of the best art collections in Central Asia and the second largest and most significant collection of Russian avant-garde art in the world.
Afterwards, drive to Khiva, stopping at the ruins of ancient fortresses: Chilpyk-Kala, a Zoroastrian dakhma, and Toprak-Kala, the capital of Khorezm in the 3rd century AD.
Upon arrival in Khiva, transfer to the hotel and check-in. Free time to rest.
Overnight at the hotel.
Afterwards, drive to Khiva, stopping at the ruins of ancient fortresses: Chilpyk-Kala, a Zoroastrian dakhma, and Toprak-Kala, the capital of Khorezm in the 3rd century AD.
Upon arrival in Khiva, transfer to the hotel and check-in. Free time to rest.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Excursion through Itchan-Kala, the historic heart of Khiva and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the day, you will visit the city’s main landmarks: Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah and Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah, Kalta-Minor Minaret, Kunya-Ark Fortress, Juma Mosque, Tash-Khovli Palace, Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, and Islam Khodja Minaret.
Overnight at the hotel.
Excursion through Itchan-Kala, the historic heart of Khiva and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the day, you will visit the city’s main landmarks: Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah and Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah, Kalta-Minor Minaret, Kunya-Ark Fortress, Juma Mosque, Tash-Khovli Palace, Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, and Islam Khodja Minaret.
Overnight at the hotel.
Early in the morning, transfer from Khiva to Bukhara through the Kyzylkum Desert (approx. 7–8 hours) by minivan. This route largely follows the path of the ancient Great Silk Road, which connected the cities of the region.
Along the way, there will be stops for rest and photos, offering views of the Amu Darya River and desert landscapes.
Arrival in Bukhara in the evening. Check-in at the hotel. Free time and overnight stay.
Note: Roadworks may occur in some areas.
Along the way, there will be stops for rest and photos, offering views of the Amu Darya River and desert landscapes.
Arrival in Bukhara in the evening. Check-in at the hotel. Free time and overnight stay.
Note: Roadworks may occur in some areas.
Breakfast at the hotel. Start of the excursion. Today, enjoy a full-day tour of Bukhara’s historic center. You will visit the Lyabi Hauz Ensemble, Maghoki-Attori Mosque, Chor-Minor Madrasah, Trading Domes, the Kalyan Complex with its minaret, mosque, and Mir-i-Arab Madrasah, as well as Ulugh Beg and Abdulazizkhan Madrasahs.
The tour continues with visits to the Ark Fortress, Bolo-Hauz Mosque, and the ancient mausoleums of Ismail Samani and Chashma-Ayub.
Overnight at the hotel.
The tour continues with visits to the Ark Fortress, Bolo-Hauz Mosque, and the ancient mausoleums of Ismail Samani and Chashma-Ayub.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out before noon.
In the morning, continue the Bukhara city tour with a visit to Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace, the former summer residence of the Bukhara Emir, which combines Eastern and European architectural styles. Next, visit the Mausoleum of Bahauddin Naqshband and the House-Museum of Faizulla Khodjaev.
After lunch, transfer to Samarkand by train (approx. 4 hours). Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
In the morning, continue the Bukhara city tour with a visit to Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa Palace, the former summer residence of the Bukhara Emir, which combines Eastern and European architectural styles. Next, visit the Mausoleum of Bahauddin Naqshband and the House-Museum of Faizulla Khodjaev.
After lunch, transfer to Samarkand by train (approx. 4 hours). Upon arrival, check in at the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Meet your guide and driver in the hotel lobby and begin the Samarkand city tour. The program includes visits to Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Siab Bazaar, Ulugh Beg Observatory, Shahi-Zinda Necropolis, and Gur-Emir Mausoleum, the burial place of the Timurid dynasty.
Overnight at the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out before noon. Continue the Samarkand city tour with visits to the Afrasiab Museum and the Tomb of Saint Daniel. Next, travel to the village of Konigil, where you will learn about the traditional technique of making Samarkand paper from mulberry.
After the excursion, enjoy free time; transportation will remain at your disposal. In the evening, transfer to the train station and take the Afrosiyob high-speed train to Tashkent (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
After the excursion, enjoy free time; transportation will remain at your disposal. In the evening, transfer to the train station and take the Afrosiyob high-speed train to Tashkent (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Check-out from the hotel by 12:00. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport for your flight.
End of the Classic Uzbekistan & Karakalpakstan Tour.
End of the Classic Uzbekistan & Karakalpakstan Tour.
Price
From $1,560 per person
Tour operates with a minimum of 4 participants
Single room supplement: $340
Tour operates with a minimum of 4 participants
Single room supplement: $340
Price Includes:
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- Accommodation in double/twin rooms at hotels (8 nights)
- Breakfasts at the hotels
- Comfortable transportation throughout the tour
- Economy-class tickets on tourist trains “Sharq” or “Afrosiyob”
- Guide services during excursions only
- Entrance fees to sightseeing sites included in the program (professional photo/video fees excluded)
- Domestic flight from Tashkent to Nukus
- Visa support for the Uzbek tourist visa
- For groups of 8 or more people, a tour leader is provided
Price Does Not Include:
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- Full board (lunches and dinners)
- Fees for additional hotel services
- Consular fees for the Uzbek tourist visa
- International flights to and from the tour
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and any services not listed in the program above
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Email: caravaniatravel@gmail.com
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