Splendor of Two Capitals: Tashkent & Samarkand

Uzbekistan
6 Days / 5 Nights

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Experience the Epic

Tour Overview
📍 Route: Tashkent – Chimgan – Samarkand – Urgut – Tashkent
🕒 Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
🚄 Transportation: High-speed Afrosiyob train and comfortable private transport
🏨 Accommodation: Selected 3* and 4* hotels

🍽 Meals: Breakfasts + 1 traditional Uzbek lunch

👥 Format: Individual travelers and small groups

Two Cities. Two Eras. One Unforgettable Uzbekistan.

Discover the two brightest gems of Uzbekistan — modern Tashkent and legendary Samarkand.

This journey is designed for travelers who want to experience the country in all its diversity: from the wide avenues and bustling bazaars of the capital to the magnificent monuments of the Great Silk Road that have preserved the spirit of ancient civilizations.

Ancient madrasahs, vibrant local markets, breathtaking mountain landscapes, traditional craft workshops, and the famous Uzbek cuisine await you. In just six days, you will discover an Uzbekistan that is impossible to forget.

Why Choose This Tour

  • ✔ The perfect introduction to Uzbekistan
  • ✔ Visit the country’s two most iconic cities in one journey
  • ✔ Comfortable logistics and an ideal tour duration
  • ✔ A unique combination of history, culture, and nature
  • ✔ Suitable for both first-time visitors and returning travelers

Tour Highlights

  • ✨ Registan Square — the symbol of Samarkand and a masterpiece of Islamic architecture
  • ✨ Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum — the final resting place of Amir Timur (Tamerlane)
  • ✨ Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis and Bibi-Khanym Mosque
  • ✨ Journey aboard the high-speed Afrosiyob train
  • ✨ Amirsoy Mountain Resort, Chimgan Mountains and Charvak Lake
  • ✨ Oriental bazaars, traditional crafts and authentic Uzbek cuisine
  • ✨ Konigil Tourist Village and the famous Samarkand paper-making workshop
  • ✨ Warm hospitality and the atmosphere of the authentic East

TOUR ITINERARY

WHAT THE TRIP LOOKS LIKE

Experience the ultimate Silk Road odyssey with a seamless blend of ancient wonders and modern comforts, taking you from vibrant metropolitan markets to the turquoise-tiled monuments of legendary desert empires.

Day 1

Welcome to Tashkent

Arrival in Tashkent, one of the oldest cities in Central Asia.

Meet and greet at the airport followed by a transfer to your hotel.

Free time to relax after your flight and enjoy your first impressions of hospitable Uzbekistan.

Day 2

Chimgan Mountains & Charvak Lake

After breakfast, depart for the picturesque mountain region near Tashkent.

Highlights include:

  • Amirsoy Mountain Resort
  • Greater Chimgan Mountain
  • Charvak Reservoir
  • Stunning panoramic views and fresh mountain air

Lunch in the mountains.

Return to Tashkent.

Overnight in Tashkent.

Day 3

Samarkand — Pearl of the Great Silk Road

Morning transfer to Samarkand by the high-speed Afrosiyob train (subject to availability).

Upon arrival, begin your exploration of one of the most beautiful cities of the East.

Highlights include:

  • Registan Square
  • Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
  • Bibi-Khanym Mosque
  • Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis
  • University Boulevard and the historic city center

Check-in at the hotel.

Overnight in Samarkand.

Day 4

Legendary Urgut & Samarkand Craft Traditions

Today you will discover the rich craft traditions of Samarkand and visit legendary Urgut, one of the most colorful destinations in Uzbekistan.

Highlights include:

  • Excursion to Urgut
  • The ancient Chor-Chinor Garden
  • Konigil Tourist Village
  • Traditional Samarkand paper-making workshop
  • Happy Bird Art Gallery

Return to Tashkent.

Overnight in Tashkent.

Day 5

Tashkent — History and Modern Life

City tour of Uzbekistan’s vibrant capital.

Visits include:

  • Hast Imam Complex
  • Chorsu Bazaar
  • Rishtan Ceramics Workshop
  • Courage Monument
  • Independence Square
  • Grand Duke Romanov Palace
  • Theatre Square
  • Amir Timur Square

Traditional Uzbek lunch in a local family home.

Overnight in Tashkent.

Day 6

Departure

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to the airport.

Departure with unforgettable memories of Uzbekistan’s two magnificent capitals.

TOUR GALLERY

HOW IT ACTUALLY FEELS

Capture the essence of Central Asia through vibrant turquoise domes, bustling ancient bazaars, and the golden hues of the desert sun.

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CHOISE OF HOTELS

Refined Comfort in Every City

From modern luxury to traditional boutique gems, we’ve selected the finest accommodations to complement your journey through Uzbekistan.

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Michael Thompson
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★★★★★

Traveling with two kids, we loved the flexible pacing and clear communication. The Konigil paper-making demo and bazaar tastings were highlights.

Michael Thompson
USA•Tour to Samarkand

INCLUDED

Accommodation in selected hotels

Daily breakfasts

Comfortable transportation throughout the tour

Railway tickets (subject to availability)

Guided sightseeing tours

Professional English-speaking guides

All local taxes and tourist fees

NOT INCLUDED

International airfare

Additional meals

Entrance fees not specified in the program

Personal expenses

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