A one-day excursion to Khiva: getting to know the city-museum

Citizens of most CIS and European countries don’t need a visa.

CIS and former USSR countries. Citizens of Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Ukraine, and Georgia enter visa-free under bilateral agreements, with no fixed limit on length of stay: for longer trips, temporary registration is required. Citizens of Kyrgyzstan can stay visa-free for up to 60 days, and citizens of Tajikistan and Turkmenistan for up to 30 days. Russians need an international passport: they won’t be admitted on a domestic passport.

Europe and the US. Citizens of the European Union, the UK, Switzerland, and Norway enter visa-free for up to 30 days, as do US citizens (since 2026). Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after entry.

Other countries. If a visa is required, apply online at the e-visa.gov.uz portal — the e-visa is issued in about 3 business days. We’ll explain how to get one.

Registration. Foreigners must register at their place of stay within 3 days of entry, Russian citizens within 14 days. At a hotel, the hotel handles this, and the tourist tax is usually already on your bill; keep your registration slip until you leave the country.

Guides run tours and provide support in the following languages: Russian, English, French, German and Italian. The language is confirmed in advance when you book the tour.

The optimal time is spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October), when temperatures remain within a comfortable range of +20–+30°C. Summer (June–August) often sees temperatures exceeding +35°C, so excursions begin early in the morning.

6–8 hours with photo stops, a museum visit and lunch. Distances are short, and the route is on foot.

Comfortable shoes, water, a hat (in spring/autumn), a small amount for souvenirs and lunches.

Yes, in many cities (including Khiva), this is possible in the afternoon or during free time. Renting costumes usually costs 5-10 USD, and guides know suitable spots for photos against the backdrop of historical sites.

Uzbekistan is considered one of the safest countries to travel to in Central Asia. Tourist police are present in tourist areas (Itchan Kala, the historic centers of Samarkand and Bukhara), and locals are welcoming. Take the usual precautions—keep an eye on your personal belongings in crowded places.

When visiting the mausoleums, modest clothing covering the shoulders and knees is recommended. Women are advised to bring a headscarf or scarf. It is recommended to perform ablutions (where possible) before entering the complexes. Maintain silence, respect, and adhere to local traditions—this will allow you to fully experience the atmosphere of the ziyarat.

Contact us using your preferred method, specifying the dates and number of people. We'll find a convenient format (private or group) and a precise price.