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Uzbekistan Tour 3 Nights - Tashkent & Samarkand

Discover Tashkent and Samarkand on a 4-day Uzbekistan tour with Afrosiyob high-speed train travel, historic landmarks, bazaars, and guided sightseeing.

The route2 cities, 1 nights in each, joined by rail.
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4 days, 3 nightsDuration
2 cities, 4 hotelsWhere you sleep
Breakfast in Tashkent and SamarkandMeals

Why this journey

Explore two of Uzbekistan’s most compelling cities on a four-day journey that combines the capital’s layered history with Samarkand’s timeless monuments. In Tashkent, the route moves from the Hazrati Imam Complex and Chorsu Bazaar to Independence Square, Amir Temur Square, Broadway Street, and the city’s Soviet-era and modern landmarks, giving the day a clear contrast between old and new.

The second day takes you by high-speed train to Samarkand, one of Central Asia’s most celebrated heritage cities. After arrival, the program continues with Hazrat Khizr Mosque, Saint Daniel’s Tomb, the Afrosiab Museum, and visits to local craft traditions in Konigil, including paper-making and carpet production. The pace allows time to experience the city beyond its headline monuments.

Samarkand’s grand architectural centrepiece comes into focus on the third day with Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Gur Emir Mausoleum, Ruhabad Mausoleum, Registan Square, and the Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis. A stop at Siyob Bazaar adds a local shopping moment before the return rail journey to Tashkent, keeping the trip efficient while still covering the key heritage sites.

The final morning is reserved for a short shopping stop in Tashkent before departure. With hotel stays, breakfast, guided sightseeing, intercity train tickets, and transfers included, this Uzbekistan tour package is designed for travellers who want a concise Tashkent and Samarkand itinerary with strong cultural depth and smooth logistics.

Trip highlights

  • 01See Tashkent’s key heritage and civic landmarks in one full city day
  • 02Travel between cities on the Afrosiyob or Sharq high-speed train
  • 03Visit Samarkand’s most important monuments without rushing the route
  • 04Include craft stops in Konigil for paper-making and traditional textiles
  • 05Combine major mosques, mausoleums, bazaars, and squares in one trip
  • 06Stay in hotels in both cities with breakfast and guided transfers included
  • 07Finish with a practical shopping stop in Tashkent before departure

Day-by-day itinerary

What's included

Included in your trip7 items covered in this fare
Hotels1
  • Accommodation in hotels on double or twin sharing basis
Transfers1
  • All transfers according to the program by air-conditioned sedan, minibus, minivan, or bus
Guides1
  • Services of a professional English-speaking guide
Meals2
  • Breakfast in Tashkent and Samarkand
  • 0.5 litre per person per day
Train2
  • Ticket for the high-speed train Afrosiyob or Sharq on the Tashkent-Samarkand route, subject to availability
  • Ticket for the high-speed train Afrosiyob or Sharq on the Samarkand-Tashkent route, subject to availability
Plan and pay separately8 items not covered by this fare
Flights1
  • International flights not included
Personal Expenses3
  • Early check-in and late check-out are not included
  • Payment for additional services in hotels
  • Fee for photography and video shooting at sites
Insurance1
  • Travel insurance is not included
Tips1
  • Tips and service fees are not included
Meals1
  • Lunches and dinners are not included
Taxes1
  • Entrance tickets are not included

Your hotels

TashkentAvant Hotel★★★
SamarkandSuzangaron Hotel★★★
TashkentAvant Hotel★★★
TashkentAvant Hotel★★★
Meeting & drop-off
You're met atTashkent hotel or designated city meeting pointTashkent, UzbekistanReport by As advised before departure
You're dropped atTashkent International AirportBy about After the final day shopping visit

You leave from a different place than you arrive — book an open-jaw flight, not a return.

Final meeting details are provided after booking confirmation.

20 go inside6 walk through1 exterior only
Tashkent18 places
Hazrati Imam ComplexEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Barakhan MadrasahEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Old Koran of Hazrat UsmanEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Juma MosqueEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Hazrati Imam MausoleumEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Temurids' History MuseumEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Broadway StreetEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Memorial Complex of RepressionEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Hazrat Khizr MosqueEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Saint Daniel's TombEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Afrosiab MuseumEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Meros Paper MillEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Silk Carpet FactoryEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Chorsu BazaarPassed through on the guided tour
Walk through
Independence SquarePassed through on the guided tour
Walk through
Amir Temur SquarePassed through on the guided tour
Walk through
Navoi Theatre SquarePassed through on the guided tour
Walk through
Tashkent TV TowerSeen from outside — no entry
Exterior view
Samarkand9 places
Bibi-Khanym MosqueEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Guri Emir MausoleumEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Ruhabad MausoleumEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Ulughbek MadrasahEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Sher-Dor MadrasahEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Tillya-Kari MadrasahEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Shakhi-Zinda NecropolisEntrance included in the fare
Goes inside
Registan SquarePassed through on the guided tour
Walk through
Siyob BazaarPassed through on the guided tour
Walk through

Uzbekistan

IdealGoodFairAvoid
SepGood

Spring (Mar–May) is the best time — lush, not too hot. Autumn (Sep–Oct) is also excellent for sightseeing.

Samarkand
Average High
29°C
Rainfall
5mm
Tashkent
Average High
29°C
Rainfall
6mm
Bukhara
Average High
29°C
Rainfall
3mm
Essential

Passports, visas and entry requirements

  • Guests must carry valid passports and obtain any required visas before travel.
  • Check entry regulations for Uzbekistan before departure, as requirements can change.
Essential

Insurance and personal readiness

  • Travel insurance is mandatory for this package.
  • If you have medical conditions or mobility concerns, review the pace of city walking and station transfers in advance.

Rail and transfer logistics

  • The intercity journey is by high-speed train, subject to availability.
  • Transfers are arranged according to the program using air-conditioned vehicles.

Hotel basis and check-in times

  • Accommodation is on double or twin sharing basis.
  • Early check-in and late check-out are not included and depend on hotel policy.

Meal coverage

  • Breakfast is included on tour days where stated.
  • Lunches and dinners are not included unless separately arranged.

Spending to budget for

  • Set aside cash or card funds for entrance tickets, lunches, dinners, tips, and personal expenses.
  • Photo and video charges at monuments may apply separately.

Operational flexibility

  • The itinerary, train timing, or hotel may be adjusted if needed due to availability or operational reasons.
  • Unused services are non-refundable.

Common questions

Is this Uzbekistan tour suitable for first-time visitors?

Yes. It covers the main cultural highlights of Tashkent and Samarkand in a short, efficient route, which makes it a good fit for first-time visitors.

Are the train tickets guaranteed?

Train tickets are included subject to availability, so final confirmation depends on the operating schedule at the time of booking.

Are meals included beyond breakfast?

Breakfast is included, while lunches and dinners are at your own expense unless arranged separately.

Do I need to pay for monument entry tickets?

Yes. Entrance tickets are excluded, so any site admission must be paid separately unless advised otherwise on the day.

Will there be time for shopping?

Yes. The itinerary includes bazaar and shopping stops in both cities, including local crafts and a final shopping visit in Tashkent.

Policies & booking terms
Booking terms
  1. Full payment must be completed 30 days prior to departure, unless otherwise specified.
  2. All bookings are subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
  3. Travel insurance is mandatory and must be purchased prior to departure.
  4. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in currency exchange rates, taxes, or supplier costs.
  5. Guests are responsible for obtaining valid passports, visas, and any required vaccinations.
  6. Cancellations or amendments are subject to the applicable cancellation policy outlined in the package.
  7. The company is not liable for delays, cancellations, or changes due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather, strikes, or other force majeure events.
  8. All travelers must adhere to the local laws and customs of the destinations visited.
  9. No refunds will be issued for unused services, including but not limited to meals, accommodations, or activities.
  10. The company reserves the right to modify the itinerary or substitute hotels of similar standards if necessary.
  11. All special requests (e.g., room preferences, dietary requirements) are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
  12. Guests are responsible for any additional costs incurred due to personal expenses, such as phone calls, laundry, or minibar charges.
  13. Check-in and check-out times are subject to hotel policies and may vary by property.
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