5 days / 4 nights
Spring / Autumn
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan in 7 Days: Tashkent, Charvak and Amirsoy, Samarkand, Gijduvan, Bukhara
A private route between Tashkent and Bukhara: the capital of Uzbekistan and a day in the mountains — Amirsoy and the Charvak Reservoir, Samarkand and its workshops, the artisan town of Gijduvan, and the historic center of Bukhara. The route runs in both directions.
- Duration
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Season
- Spring / Autumn
- Group
- from 2 people
- Price
- from $1,130
Tour program from Tashkent
From Tashkent
The tour is designed for 7 days and 6 nights. The program is structured sequentially and logically: the capital and mountains at the start, then the historic cities. Each day has a clear focus and is not overloaded with transfers, which allows you to enjoy the sightseeing comfortably. The route can also be done in reverse — see the program in the neighboring tab.
7 days · tap a day to expand
Day 1 Tashkent: arrival and discovering the capital
Night arrival at Tashkent airport
Transfer to the hotel, early check-in
Rest after the flight10:00 – breakfast at the hotel
13:00 — meeting with the guide, start of the tour:
- Chorsu Bazaar;
- a trip on the Tashkent metro;
- Museum of Applied Arts;
- Amir Temur Square;
- Independence Square;
- Courage Monument
- Duration of the excursion: 5–6 hours;
- Lunch at one of the city's restaurants or teahouses;
- Alternative itinerary options are possible.
Overnight at the hotel (Shoxjahon)
Day 2 Charvak and Amirsoy Mountains
08:00 – breakfast
09:00 – Departure to the mountains with a guide:- Institute of Solar Physics;
- Amirsoy resort — ascent by cable car in closed cabins to a height of ~2,290 m;
- lunch at a restaurant;
- Charvak Reservoir viewpoint
(paragliding and boat rides are possible, subject to availability); - Visiting a plane tree, approximately 850 years old, and rock paintings
Return to Tashkent
Overnight at the hotel (Shoxjahon)Day 3 Tashkent → Samarkand
Breakfast at the hotel
Departure from Tashkent to Samarkand by minivanOn arrival in Samarkand:
- Visit to a silk factory;
- Visit to the Konigil artisan center;
- Lunch in Samarkand
Hotel check-in, free time
19:00 – Dinner
Overnight at the hotel (Sultan Boutique or similar)Day 4 Samarkand: architecture and crafts
09:00 – breakfast
10:00 – Meet your guide for a walking tour:- Gur-e Amir, the Timurid mausoleum;
- Registan Square;
- Craftsmen's Center and Elena Ladik Gallery;
- Jewish mahalla and Gumbaz Synagogue;
- Shah-i-Zinda necropolis;
- Siab Bazaar;
- Lunch between locations
19:00 – Dinner
Overnight at the hotel (Sultan Boutique or similar)Day 5 Samarkand → Bukhara via Gijduvan
09:00 — departure to Bukhara by minivan
14:00 – arrival in Gijduvan:- Visit to the pottery workshop;
- Excursion and lunch
- Continuing the journey to Bukhara
On the way, a stop at a 13th-century sardoba
17:00 – check-in at the hotel, free time
19:00 – Dinner
Overnight at the hotel (Devon or Safiya Boutique)Day 6 Bukhara: getting to know the historic center
09:30 – breakfast at the hotel
10:30 — walking tour of Bukhara with a lunch break:- the Lyabi-Hauz ensemble (madrasa, khanqah, and a 17th-century pond);
- a walk through the Jewish quarter;
- Silk Road trading domes (16th century);
- craft workshops: blacksmiths, embossing, carpet weaving, gold embroidery;
- Kalon Minaret (12th century);
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasa (16th century);
- Kalon Mosque (16th century).
(the itinerary can be shortened if desired)
19:00 – Dinner at one of the city’s restaurants
Overnight at the hotel (Devon or Safiya Boutique)
Day 7 Bukhara: architecture and surroundings
09:30 – breakfast at the hotel
10:30 – continuation of the walking tour:- Samanid Mausoleum (10th century);
- Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum (Job's Spring);
- eastern bazaar;
- Bolo-Hauz Mosque (18th century);
- Ark Citadel
14:00 – lunch at a restaurant or teahouse
15:00–17:00 — visit to the country residence of the Bukhara emir.Transfer to Bukhara airport for the evening flight
Tour program from Bukhara
From Bukhara
The same program in reverse: starting in Bukhara and ending in Tashkent.
The tour is designed for 7 days and 6 nights. The program is built sequentially and logically, with a gradual transition from historic cities to natural landscapes. Each day has a clear focus and is not overloaded with transfers, which lets you enjoy the sightseeing comfortably.
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Day 1 Bukhara: getting to know the historic center
03:15 — arrival at Bukhara airport
Transfer to the hotel, early check-in
Rest after the flight10:00 – breakfast at the hotel
13:00 – Walking tour of Bukhara with a lunch break:
- the Lyabi-Hauz ensemble (madrasa, khanqah, and a 17th-century pond);
- a walk through the Jewish quarter;
Silk Road trading domes (16th century); - craft workshops: blacksmiths, embossing, carpet weaving, gold embroidery;
- Kalon Minaret (12th century);
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasa (16th century);
- Kalon Mosque (16th century).
(the itinerary can be shortened if desired)
19:00 – Dinner at one of the city’s restaurants
Overnight at the hotel (Devon or Safiya Boutique)
Day 2 Bukhara: architecture and surroundings
09:30 – breakfast at the hotel
10:30 – continuation of the walking tour:- Samanid Mausoleum (10th century);
- Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum (Job's Spring);
- eastern bazaar;
- Bolo-Hauz Mosque (18th century);
- Ark Citadel
14:00 – lunch at a restaurant or teahouse
15:00–17:00 — visit to the country residence of the Bukhara emir.Free time, dinner
Overnight at the hotel (Devon or Safiya Boutique)
Day 3 Bukhara → Samarkand via Gijduvan
09:00 — Departure to Samarkand by minivan
On the way, a stop at a 13th-century sardoba
14:00 – arrival in Gijduvan:- Visit to the pottery workshop;
- Excursion and lunch
- Continuing the journey to Samarkand
17:00 – check-in at the hotel, free time
19:00 – Dinner
Overnight at the hotel (Sultan Boutique or similar)Day 4 Samarkand: architecture and crafts
09:00 – breakfast
10:00 – Meet your guide for a walking tour:- Gur-e Amir, the Timurid mausoleum;
- Registan Square;
- Craftsmen's Center and Elena Ladik Gallery;
- Jewish mahalla and Gumbaz Synagogue;
- Shah-i-Zinda necropolis;
- Siab Bazaar;
- Lunch between locations
19:00 – Dinner
Overnight at the hotel (Sultan Boutique or similar)Day 5 Samarkand → Tashkent
Departure from Samarkand after lunch
- Visit to a silk factory;
- Visit to the Konigil artisan center;
- Lunch in Samarkand
18:00 – arrival in Tashkent
Check-in at the hotel (Shoxjahon)
Dinner at one of the city's restaurantsDay 6 Tashkent: capital and culture
Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 – meeting with the guide, start of the excursion:- Chorsu Bazaar;
- a trip on the Tashkent metro;
- Museum of Applied Arts;
- Amir Temur Square;
- Independence Square;
- Courage Monument
- Duration of the excursion: 5–6 hours;
- Lunch at one of the city's restaurants or teahouses;
- Alternative itinerary options are possible.
Overnight at the hotel (Shoxjahon)
Day 7 Charvak and Amirsoy Mountains
08:00 – breakfast
09:00 – Departure to the mountains with a guide:- Institute of Solar Physics;
- Amirsoy resort — ascent by cable car in closed cabins to a height of ~2,290 m;
- lunch at a restaurant;
- Charvak Reservoir viewpoint
(paragliding and boat rides are possible, subject to availability); - Visiting a plane tree, approximately 850 years old, and rock paintings
Return to Tashkent
Transfer to the hotel or airport for the evening flight (20:25)
About the tour
The tour of Uzbekistan starts in Tashkent (with early check-in on the day of arrival). On the second day, there is a sightseeing trip to the mountains with a visit to Amirsoy and the viewpoints at Charvak Reservoir. The route then runs through Samarkand and ends in Bukhara. A reverse option is also available, starting in Bukhara and ending in Tashkent.
The trip is private: the price is per person in a group of four, traveling in a Chevrolet Captiva or a similar car. The itinerary includes guided city walking tours, visits to historical sites, bazaars, craft centers, and natural sites in the mountains.
Tour route
Bukhara
Two days of the tour are devoted to Bukhara, one of the country’s oldest cities, where the main sights are all within walking distance. When the tour starts in Bukhara, the arrival day includes early check-in, rest and time to recover from the flight, after which the walk through the historic center begins.
The program includes a visit to the Lyabi-Hauz ensemble with its madrasa, khanqah and 17th-century pond, a walk through the Jewish quarter and the trading domes of the Silk Road. The tour also includes visits to craft workshops: blacksmithing, metal engraving, carpet weaving and gold embroidery.
Special attention is given to the city's key symbols: the Kalon Minaret, the Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, and the Kalon Mosque, which form Bukhara's main architectural ensemble. In the evening, dinner at one of the city's restaurants and overnight at the hotel.
On the second day, the route continues with visits to the Samanid Mausoleum, the Chashma-Ayub (Job's Spring) Mausoleum, the Eastern Bazaar, the Bolo-Hauz Mosque, and the Ark Citadel. In the afternoon, a trip to the country residence of the Bukhara emir is planned. After the sightseeing portion, there is free time and dinner.
Samarkand
The journey between Bukhara and Samarkand becomes a full sightseeing part of the program. It is made by minivan, which lets you cover the distance in comfort and make the planned stops along the way.
On the way, we visit a 13th-century sardoba — a historic water reservoir that was an important piece of infrastructure on the ancient trade routes. The stop lets you see the engineering solutions of the time and take a short walk.
The route then leads to Gijduvan, renowned for its pottery traditions. Here, a visit to a local artisan's workshop, an introduction to the ceramics making process, and lunch are planned. This stage adds a craft and cultural focus to the itinerary.
After lunch, the journey continues towards Samarkand. Upon arrival, check into a hotel and have free time to rest after the journey. In the evening, dinner and overnight stay in Samarkand are planned.
Tashkent
One day of the tour is devoted to the country’s capital, Tashkent. After breakfast at the hotel you meet the guide and set off on a city sightseeing tour lasting around 5–6 hours.
The day begins with a visit to Chorsu, the oriental bazaar and one of the city's liveliest and most colorful spots. Here you can see the everyday life of Tashkent residents, the variety of local produce and traditional trading culture. The route then continues with a ride on the Tashkent Metro, famous for its architecturally decorated stations.
The tour also includes a visit to the Museum of Applied Arts, which displays examples of traditional crafts and decorative art. The city part of the route includes Amir Temur Square, Independence Square and the Courage Monument, all connected with the capital's history and modern life.
During the tour, lunch is planned at one of the city's restaurants or teahouses, as recommended by the guide. After the tour, return to the hotel, free time, and overnight in Tashkent.
The Institute of Solar Physics
The mountain part of the route takes place outside the city. After breakfast you set out from Tashkent with the guide towards the mountain region of Charvak.
The first stop is the Institute of Solar Physics, located in the mountains.
Amirsoy
The route then continues to Amirsoy, a modern ski resort. Here, a cable car ride in enclosed cabins takes you to an altitude of approximately 2,290 meters above sea level, offering panoramic views of the mountains.
Charvak Reservoir
After lunch, the route leads to the Charvak Reservoir. You can stop at the viewpoints for a walk and photos. Optional activities such as a boat ride or paragliding may also be possible, but are not guaranteed.
The day ends with a visit to a plane tree around 850 years old and a look at the ancient rock carvings. After that, you return to Tashkent.
Tour price
The tour price is per person and depends on the number of travelers and the type of transport chosen for the entire route.
The following options are available:
| Number of people | Tour price per person |
| 1 | 2 810 $ |
| 2 | 1 540 $ |
| 3 | 1 260 $ |
| 4 | 1 240 $ |
| 5 | 1 130 $ |
Price per person based on double occupancy. Single room supplement — $210 per person.
- Transport for up to 4 people — Chevrolet Captiva or similar.
- Up to 7 people — Hyundai Starex or Staria minivan.
- Up to 14 people — Mercedes Sprinter.
The indicated price includes transportation services, guide support, hotel accommodation with breakfast, and entrance tickets to the sites included in the itinerary.
An individual tour of Uzbekistan is designed so that you can understand the total budget of the tour in advance, with no hidden extra charges. Additional expenses not listed in the program can be discussed separately when booking.
Highlights
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Chorsu (Tashkent)
A colorful oriental bazaar where you can feel the daily life and traditions of the capital.
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Charvak Reservoir
A turquoise reservoir among the Western Tian Shan mountains — a day in the mountains near Tashkent.
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Amirsoy resort
A ride in closed cable-car cabins up to about 2,290 m with panoramic views of the mountain ridges.
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The Institute of Solar Physics
The Great Solar Furnace in Parkent — an unusual scientific complex on the way to the mountains.
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Registan (Samarkand)
The main architectural ensemble of Samarkand and one of the symbols of Uzbekistan.
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Shah-i-Zinda
An ensemble of mausoleums with unique mosaics, reflecting different eras of Samarkand architecture.
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Lyabi-Hauz (Bukhara)
A square by a 17th-century pond with a madrasa and a khanqah — the heart of old Bukhara.
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Samanid Mausoleum
A 10th-century mausoleum made of carved baked brick, one of the oldest monuments in Bukhara.
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Plov and Uzbek cuisine
Plov from a kazan, flatbread and samsa from a tandoor, shashlik and green tea in a teahouse — you will taste the country's signature dishes right along the route. The culture of plov is on UNESCO's list of the intangible cultural heritage of humanity.
Tour conditions
- Starting point
- Tashkent or Bukhara
- Duration
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Price
- from $1,130
Included
- Transport service for 7 days
- Services of a Russian-speaking guide throughout the tour
- Hotel accommodation — 6 nights
- Meals: breakfasts in hotels
- Entrance tickets
Not included
- Visa (the cost of the visa depends on citizenship)
- Tourist tax
- Air travel
- Insurance
Additional information
- Prepayment 50%;
Good to know
9 answers to frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa to travel to Uzbekistan?
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 without a visa under bilateral agreements, with no fixed length of stay: for a long trip, temporary registration is required. Citizens of Kyrgyzstan can stay without a visa for up to 60 days, and those of Tajikistan and Turkmenistan for up to 30 days. Russians need an international passport: an internal passport will not be accepted.
Europe and the USA. Citizens of EU countries, the United Kingdom, Switzerland and Norway can enter visa-free for up to 30 days, and US citizens also for up to 30 days (from 2026). Your passport must be valid for at least 3 months after entry.
Other countries. If a visa is required, it is applied for online on the e-visa.gov.uz portal; an e-visa is issued in about 3 business days. We will tell you how to get one.
Registration. Foreigners are registered at their place of residence within 3 days of arrival, and citizens of Russia within 14 days. In a hotel, the hotel does this; the tourist tax is usually already included in the bill. Keep the registration slip until departure.
Is this tour suitable for a first trip to Uzbekistan?
Yes, this 10-day tour to Uzbekistan is perfect for getting to know the country for the first time. The itinerary covers key cities, iconic landmarks, and natural sites, all while maintaining a comfortable and balanced pace.
In which languages are the tours and support provided?
Guides lead excursions and accompany groups in the following languages: Russian, English, French, German, and Italian. The guiding language is confirmed in advance when you book the tour.
Is it possible to change the itinerary?
Yes, the tour program is flexible. The city and mountain parts can be adjusted or swapped by agreement with the group, either within the budget or for an extra charge.
How long does a tour of Uzbekistan last?
The tour lasts 7 days and 6 nights. Early check-in is provided on the first day after arrival in Bukhara.
When is the best time for this tour?
The best time to travel is spring and autumn, when the weather is most comfortable for excursions and mountain hikes. Higher temperatures are possible in summer, especially in desert areas.
What is the tour format: group or private?
The tour is private. The price is per person in a group of 4.
Which cities and regions are included in the route?
The route includes Bukhara, Samarkand, Tashkent, as well as the mountainous region of Charvak and Amirsoy.
Does the tour include walking, and do I need to be physically fit?
The itinerary includes walking tours of cities and mountain hikes. No special physical fitness is required.
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Reviews
5.047 reviews
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Ruzalya
The Uzbek vibe in all its beauty.
Those 7 days in Uzbekistan are still spinning in my head.
We started right away with the mountains. We headed to Chimgan, and it was the perfect decision. After a long flight, we were greeted by fresh air and cool weather. We climbed higher, looked out over the ridges, had rice soup and shashlik in some yurt, and realized we had already fallen in love. The mountains here are completely different: soft, green, not intimidating.
Then we went down to Tashkent. The city turned out to be a pleasant surprise: modern, with huge bazaars where your eyes run wild. In the evening we sat in a teahouse, ate plov and shashlik, drank green tea, and didn't want to leave anywhere anymore.
And then it took off. Samarkand… Registan is simply out of this world.
Bukhara is a universe of its own. Narrow streets, old courtyards, the Lyabi-Hauz square where people drink tea in the evening and nothing is rushed. Time really slows down there.
And the finale: Khiva.
In short, one of the tastiest and most heartfelt trips in recent years. Uzbekistan hooks you strongly and quickly. -
Elena
I want to thank Evgeny for organizing our unforgettable holiday. Thanks to the professional guides and the driver who accompanied us all week, we got to know Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent. I would also like to mention the convenient location of the guesthouses he suggested — our evening walks were wonderful!
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Alexey
A great tour for those who want to see the most beautiful lakes of Tajikistan and completely switch off from city life for a few days.
Six days flew by. After crossing the Uzbek–Tajik border we had lunch in Penjikent, where we tried delicious gul-manti — rose-shaped dumplings made of very thin dough. Then we headed to Artuch, and in the evening walked to the Chukurak and Ziyorat lakes.
The second day was memorable for the trek to the Kulikalon lakes. On the way we swam in an icy mountain river, and in the evening enjoyed the silence, the mountains reflected in the water and the starry sky.
The hardest but most impressive part was the climb to the Alaudin pass. The panoramas from the pass and the turquoise Alaudin lakes are worth every effort. Special thanks to Ali for the delicious home-cooked food — after a long trek it was especially welcome.
We spent the next day resting: walked around, swam in the lake, and then drove via the Vertikal mountaineering camp to the Marguzor lakes, admiring the stunning mountain scenery.
The Marguzor lakes also left vivid impressions. Because of the high water level, the paths around the upper lake were flooded, so part of the route had to be walked right through the water, which added a bit of adventure to the trip.
At the end of the route we visited Iskanderkul and the Fan Niagara waterfall. Then we drove to Dushanbe, where we had a little time to walk around the city before flying home.
I would especially like to mention the excellent organization of the tour. Everything was well thought out: the route, transfers, meals and overnight stays. Many thanks to our guide Evgeny for his attention to the group, help on the trail and a wonderful atmosphere throughout the trip.
This trip gave us incredible views, vivid emotions and a real sense of adventure. The photos turned out great, but they cannot convey all the beauty of the Fann Mountains. If you love mountains and active holidays, I definitely recommend this route. Afterwards you are left with only one wish — to come back again. -
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Vien and Chris
My husband and I came ftom France. We had an amazing time hiking with Darya to the top of Chimgan Mountain! She was helpful, kind, and full of positive energy, and made the challenging climb both fun and safe. It was also great to practice my rusty Russian with her 😊. Highly recommend her to anyone visiting the mountains around Tashkent!
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Evgeny
We climbed Patandezbashi with Zhenya and two of my friends. Zhenya had loads of funny stories from life and facts about the mountains, so our climb was not only successful but a lot of fun too. We'll definitely go with him again, more than once 🙂
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Dmitry
We spent two days on tours with our guide Evgeny — and it was wonderful!
The first day — Tashkent.
The city made an incredible impression: modern, spacious, green and very atmospheric. The tour was perfectly balanced — Evgeny did not overload us with unnecessary information but managed to convey the essentials: the spirit of the city, its history, character and mood. We saw all the main sights, learned many interesting facts, had a delicious meal at the Plov Center and got useful tips on where else to go. Evgeny even suggested routes and ideas for our next days in Samarkand — special thanks for that!
The second day — the Chimgan mountains.
It had a completely different mood, and that was wonderful. The trip into nature gave us new emotions: mountains, fresh air, stunning scenery. We took the cable car up to the Amirsoy ski resort, enjoyed amazing views, and then went paragliding over the Charvak reservoir — an unforgettable feeling of freedom and beauty. On the way back, on Evgeny's recommendation, we stopped at a cozy café and tried incredibly delicious Uzbek dishes.
In short:
Huge thanks to Evgeny for his professionalism, attention, friendliness and two wonderful days in the city and in the mountains. The tours left only the warmest and brightest impressions. We definitely recommend him. -
Alexander
Evgeny took us on an unforgettable hike to the Gulkam Gorge — everything was done at the highest professional level, and he told us a lot about the area, its history, and its plants (very interesting).
I recommend it to everyone! -
Victoria L.
Huge thanks to Evgeny for organizing and leading a private one-day tour for my sister and me! A leisurely walk in the mountains in pleasant, informative company, enjoying the incredible scenery, feeling the power and might of a waterfall, flying a paraglider, and coming away with unforgettable impressions of the time we spent: it was all unforgettable!!! Everything was very well organized, professional, safe and comfortable! Our expectations were met 100% and even a little more! :)
Evgeny is a very attentive guide who senses what his guests want and knows how to build comfortable routes. Next time I will only contact him, and I recommend him to everyone! :)
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