Bukhara and Samarkand: 6 Days
Get to know Bukhara and Samarkand — cities where the history of the Silk Road is revealed in architecture, crafts, and everyday life. In Bukhara, you will find ancient trading domes, the Poi-Kalyan ensemble, the Ark Fortress, and the summer residence of the Emir. In Samarkand — Registan Square, the Gur-Emir mausoleum, Shah-i-Zinda, and the Ulugbek Observatory. The journey begins and ends in Tashkent. You will travel between cities by train, and on excursions, you will combine walks with car transfers. The program leaves time for teahouses, meeting artisans, and choosing restaurants independently. Breakfasts are included in the price; lunches and dinners are paid separately.
Trip Highlights
- Poi-Kalyan and the old quarters of Bukhara
- Trading domes and craft workshops
- Summer residence of the Emir of Bukhara
- Registan and Gur-Emir Mausoleum
- Mosaics of the Shahi-Zinda Ensemble
Day-by-Day Itinerary
What's Included
- Professional guides for excursions according to the program
- Accommodation according to the program — 5 nights
- Breakfasts on days 2–6
- Transport for excursions and all transfers according to the program
- Train tickets for the route
- Entrance tickets to the sites in the program
- Drinking water for each day of the route — 1 liter per person
Not Included
- International airfare
- Visa fees if necessary
- Meals not specified
- Personal expenses, additional drinks, and tips
- Travel insurance
Accommodation
5 nights: 2 nights in Tashkent in a 4* hotel, 2 nights in Bukhara in a boutique hotel, and 1 night in Samarkand in a 4* hotel or boutique hotel. Accommodation in double rooms with breakfast. Specific hotels are agreed upon at the time of booking.
Transport
Trains on the route Tashkent — Bukhara — Samarkand — Tashkent. For transfers and excursions, a car, minivan, or minibus is provided depending on the group size. Trips on the Afrosiyob are confirmed subject to availability; any potential replacement is agreed upon in advance.
Good to Know
The program includes walking tours through old quarters, stairs, and uneven surfaces. We recommend comfortable shoes, a hat, and clothing that covers the shoulders and knees for visiting religious sites. Breakfasts on days 2–6 are included. Lunches and dinners are paid separately; the guide will help you choose restaurants. The Tashkent city tour is planned taking into account arrival and departure times. Early check-in and late check-out are arranged separately.