Bukhara & Samarkand Tour – 4 Days

$630 $700
Duration
4 days
Min Age
3
Tour Category

Description

A journey into the heart of Uzbekistan’s ancient cities and timeless traditions

This 4-day cultural tour from Tashkent takes you deep into the history of Uzbekistan — where the legacy of powerful dynasties lives on in grand architectural masterpieces and sacred sites.

In Samarkand, discover:

  • The iconic Registan Square, once the heart of public life in the Timurid empire;
  • The majestic Bibi-Khanym Mosque, one of the largest in the Islamic world;
  • The Shakhi-Zinda complex, a sacred pilgrimage site and home to the tomb of Qusam ibn Abbas, cousin of the Prophet Muhammad;
  • The Gur-Emir Mausoleum, final resting place of conqueror Amir Timur (Tamerlane);
  • The medieval Ulugh Beg Observatory, the Afrosiab Museum, and a visit to Konigil village, where traditional Samarkand paper is still handmade from mulberry bark.

Next, travel to Bukhara — one of the most sacred and ancient cities of Central Asia. For over 2,000 years, Bukhara was a key center of Islamic scholarship and culture.

Highlights include:

  • The Ark Citadel, former royal residence of the emirs of Bukhara;
  • The soaring Kalyan Minaret and Miri-Arab Madrassah;
  • The ancient Magoki-Attori Mosque and Samanid Mausoleum, one of the oldest Islamic monuments in the region;
  • The serene Lyabi-Hauz ensemble, a tranquil square surrounded by centuries-old trees and madrasahs.

✨ This tour is a true journey through time — perfect for travelers seeking deep cultural insight and the beauty of Uzbekistan’s architectural and spiritual heritage.

Tour Plan

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Day 1 Tashkent – Bukhara

Your journey begins early in the morning with a comfortable transfer to Tashkent Railway Station. At 07:30, the high-speed Afrosiyob train departs for Bukhara, arriving just 3 hours and 47 minutes later in this historic Silk Road gem.

Upon arrival, you’ll be met at the station and transferred to your hotel, where you can leave your luggage and get ready for a full day of discovery.

With a professional local guide, explore UNESCO-listed Bukhara Old Town, home to some of the most impressive examples of Islamic architecture:

  • Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble

  • Magoki-Attori Mosque

  • Chor-Minor Madrassah

  • The medieval trade domes

  • Ulugh Beg and Abdulaziz Khan Madrassahs

  • Kalyan Mosque & Minaret

  • Miri-Arab Madrassah

  • Ark Citadel

  • Bolo-Hauz Mosque

🕰 Tour duration: 6–7 hours
🕊 After the tour – free time to enjoy the city at your own pace.
📍 Book now and start your unforgettable journey through Uzbekistan’s most iconic cities!

Day 2 Bukhara – Samarkand

In the morning, enjoy an excursion outside the city:

  • Visit the elegant Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Palace, the summer residence of the last Emir of Bukhara

  • Discover the Mausoleum of Bahauddin Naqshband, a revered Sufi pilgrimage site

Returning to the city, continue your exploration with two architectural gems:

  • The Samanid Mausoleum, one of the oldest Islamic buildings in Central Asia

  • The Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum, tied to the legend of the prophet Job

🕰 Tour duration: 4–5 hours
🚄 Afternoon transfer to the station for the Afrosiyob train to Samarkand, departing at 15:52 and arriving at 17:25.
🏨 Check-in at your hotel in Samarkand. Overnight stay.

Day 3 Samarkand – A Legend of the Silk Road

After breakfast, meet your guide and driver in the hotel lobby for a full-day tour of one of the most majestic cities in the East:

  • The world-famous Registan Square

  • The grand Bibi-Khanym Mosque

  • The vibrant Siab Bazaar

  • Ulugh Beg’s Observatory, an incredible medieval scientific center

  • The Shakhi-Zinda necropolis, a sacred site with stunning tilework

  • The Gur-Emir Mausoleum, resting place of Amir Timur (Tamerlane) and his descendants

🕰 Tour duration: 6–7 hours
🛏 After the tour – rest and overnight in Samarkand.

✨ Immerse yourself in the magic of the ancient East — book your experience today!

Day 4 Samarkand – Tashkent

Enjoy your final day in Samarkand with a slower pace. After checking out (by 12:00), you’ll continue exploring with your guide and driver.

Today’s program includes:

  • The Afrosiab Museum, showcasing ancient Samarkand before the Arab conquest

  • The Tomb of St. Daniel, a rare site revered by multiple religions

  • Konigil Village, where artisans still produce traditional Samarkand mulberry paper using 9th-century methods

🕰 Tour duration: 3–4 hours
🚗 Free time afterward, with car and driver at your disposal.

🚄 In the evening — transfer to the railway station for the high-speed train back to Tashkent.
Upon arrival, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel or home.

Tour map

Features:
  • ✅ Included:
  • ✅ All transfers: sedan for 1–2 travelers; minivan for 3–7 travelers
  • ✅ Domestic flights and train tickets (economy class) as per itinerary
  • ✅ Twin/double room accommodation with daily breakfast
  • ✅ Guided sightseeing in each city with licensed local guides
  • ✅ Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the program
  • ✅ Economy-class high-speed train ticket from Samarkand to Tashkent (in rare cases, if unavailable, a higher-class ticket on another train will be provided)
  • ✅ Visa support letter for Uzbekistan tourist visa
  • ✅ One dinner with a local family during the tour
  • ❌ Not included:
  • ❌ Full-time tour leader for the entire trip
  • ❌ International airfare (arrival and departure)
  • ❌ Full board (lunches and dinners not specified)
  • ❌ Personal expenses and additional hotel services
  • ❌ Consular fees for Uzbekistan visa
  • ❌ Travel insurance

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