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10-Day Uzbekistan Cultural Tour: Tashkent, Nukus, Muynak, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand
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✅ 10 days / 9 nights · Tashkent → Nukus → Muynak → Khiva → Bukhara → Samarkand → Tashkent · Savitsky Museum · Aral Sea memory · Khorezm fortresses · full Khiva day · Silk Road cities
This 10-day Uzbekistan cultural tour is for travelers who want the classic Silk Road cities plus the western story of Nukus, Muynak (Moynaq) and ancient Khorezm. You fly from Tashkent to Nukus, visit the Savitsky Museum, reach the Aral Sea memory sites around Muynak, cross the Khorezm fortress route to Khiva, then continue to Bukhara and Samarkand before returning to Tashkent by train. International flights to Tashkent are quoted separately.
Important: the price is per person from 2 participants. International airfare to and from Tashkent is not part of the base price unless it is listed as a separate line in a written CAJ.UZ offer.
In brief: this is a 10-day Uzbekistan cultural tour from Tashkent to Nukus, Muynak (Moynaq), Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, returning to Tashkent by train. The package covers selected-category hotels, English-speaking local guides, entrance tickets, ground transport, breakfasts, dinners listed in the itinerary, one lunch near Akchakul on Day 3, the Tashkent → Nukus domestic flight and the Samarkand → Tashkent train. International flights and all other lunches are separate. Final hotel names, ticket times and service details are fixed in writing for the selected date.
Quick facts
- Format: extended Uzbekistan cultural tour with western Uzbekistan and the main Silk Road cities.
- Duration: 10 days / 9 nights.
- Start and finish: Tashkent.
- Route: Tashkent, Nukus, Muynak (Moynaq), Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent.
- What makes it different: Nukus, the Savitsky Museum, Muynak and Khorezm fortress stops are added to the classic Khiva–Bukhara–Samarkand route.
- Transport inside Uzbekistan: the Tashkent → Nukus domestic flight and the Samarkand → Tashkent train are part of the package; ticket times are fixed after availability is checked.
- Meals: breakfasts, dinners listed in the itinerary and 1 lunch near Akchakul on Day 3 are included. Other lunches are paid separately.
- Price from: 977 USD per person in 3* double/twin accommodation.
- Booking: /en/buy/18.
Planning from English-speaking countries and expat hubs
This land program starts and ends in Tashkent. It is suitable for travelers flying into Uzbekistan from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Ireland, South Africa, the Gulf or Asian expat hubs who want one local operator to arrange hotels, domestic flight, train, transfers, guides, entrance tickets and the day-by-day itinerary. International flights to Tashkent are quoted separately.
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow
A clear 10-day route for UK travelers who want the west of Uzbekistan plus the Silk Road cities.
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Ottawa
Works for Canada-based travelers who want Nukus and Muynak added to Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand.
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Auckland, Wellington
A compact long-haul Uzbekistan itinerary once the international flight into Tashkent is arranged.
Dublin, Cork, Johannesburg, Cape Town
For English-speaking travelers who prefer local logistics, guides and tickets arranged before arrival.
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Singapore, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Riyadh, Jeddah
Convenient for expats using regional flight hubs to reach Tashkent.
Who this tour is for
You want more than the short classic route
- you want Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, plus Nukus and Muynak;
- you want the Savitsky Museum and the Aral Sea memory in one route;
- you prefer hotels, guides, tickets and transport handled in one plan;
- you prefer flying Tashkent → Nukus instead of adding a long land transfer.
You need a lighter, shorter itinerary
- you only need Tashkent, Bukhara and Samarkand;
- you want to avoid long road sections in western Uzbekistan;
- you are looking for mountains, skiing or beach-style rest;
- you expect international flights to be included in the base price.
Aral Sea memory + Khorezm + Silk Road classics
This route adds Nukus, Muynak and ancient Khorezm to Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, so the journey feels broader than a simple city-to-city itinerary.
Signature moments of this route
The value is the travel chain: western Uzbekistan, the Aral Sea memory, Khorezm, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand are connected in one realistic 10-day itinerary.
Logistics
Western Uzbekistan without losing a day
The Tashkent → Nukus flight moves the route straight to the Savitsky Museum, Muynak and the Khorezm fortress area.
Nukus
Savitsky Museum with context
The museum visit gives the Nukus day cultural depth: art, archaeology and the Karakalpakstan setting.
Muynak
A powerful Aral Sea stop
The ship cemetery and local Aral Sea story give the route an emotional layer that short city tours do not offer.
Khorezm
Fortresses on the way to Khiva
Chilpik-Kala, Kyzyl-Kala, Toprak-Kala, Akchakul and Ayaz-Kala turn the Nukus → Khiva transfer into a real travel day.
Khiva
A full day inside Itchan Kala
Khiva is not squeezed between transfers: the walled old city gets a complete walking day and an evening folklore dinner.
Return
Train back after Samarkand
The Samarkand block closes with a train return to Tashkent, keeping the last part of the route efficient.
Price and how to calculate the tour cost
The price is per person, based on hotel category and room type. The published calculation starts from 2 participants. International flights to Tashkent are separate.
977 USD
per person in shared accommodation.
1,103 USD
per person in single accommodation.
1,159 USD
per person in upgraded accommodation.
1,330 USD
per person in upgraded single accommodation.
Price table
| Option | Price per person | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 3* · double/twin room | 977 USD | standard shared room |
| 3* · single room | 1,103 USD | single accommodation |
| 4* / upgraded · double/twin room | 1,159 USD | higher comfort option |
| 4* / upgraded · single room | 1,330 USD | upgraded hotels and single accommodation |
Final availability, hotels, domestic flight, train ticket and services are checked for the selected date. No international airfare is included unless it is written separately in the offer.
What is included and what is paid separately
Main package
- accommodation in standard rooms according to the selected category;
- domestic economy-class flight Tashkent → Nukus;
- economy-class train ticket Samarkand → Tashkent;
- breakfasts, dinners listed in the itinerary and one lunch near Akchakul on Day 3;
- English-speaking local guides according to the itinerary;
- entrance tickets according to the itinerary;
- air-conditioned transport for excursions and transfers;
- mineral water 1.5 l per person per day;
- photo and video fees at sites;
- folklore show in Khiva;
- visa support if needed.
Separate expenses
- international flights to and from Tashkent;
- early check-in and late check-out;
- personal expenses;
- excess baggage over 20 kg;
- travel insurance;
- Uzbekistan visa fee;
- lunches except the included Akchakul lunch on Day 3.
What the manager verifies
- hotels in each city;
- Tashkent → Nukus flight availability and time;
- Samarkand → Tashkent train availability and time;
- guide language and supplier availability;
- sequence of sightseeing if schedules change.
Hotels and comfort level
The tour has two comfort options: 3* and 4* / upgraded. The grid below shows the expected hotel level before payment. Final hotel names depend on availability for the selected date and are fixed in the travel documents.
Nukus has fewer hotel options than Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, so the most suitable available city property is used there.
| City | 3* option | 4* / upgraded option |
|---|---|---|
| Tashkent | “Leader” or a similar-level hotel | “Ateca Suites” or a similar-level hotel |
| Nukus | “Jipek Joly” / “Karakalpak Palace” or a similar-level hotel | the most suitable available city hotel of comparable level |
| Khiva | “Farohat Ona” / “New Star” or a similar-level hotel | “Orient Star Khiva” (3*) or a similar-level hotel |
| Bukhara | “Mehrob” / “Nodirabegim” or a similar-level hotel | “Shahriston” / “Paradise Plaza” or a similar-level hotel |
| Samarkand | “Malika Prime” or a similar-level hotel | “Grand Plaza” / “Hilton Garden Inn” or a similar-level hotel |
Note: “Orient Star Khiva” is marked as 3*. It may appear in the upgraded column because of location and availability in Khiva, but it is not presented as a full 4* hotel.
Practical option
Good for travelers who spend most of the day sightseeing and want to keep the budget controlled.
More comfort after road days
Recommended for a route with Muynak, desert stops, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand.
Same level or comparable
Hotel substitution is made with a property of the same category or comparable level in the city.
Route logic
The route avoids unnecessary backtracking: fly from Tashkent to Nukus, continue to Muynak and the Khorezm fortress stops, spend a full day in Khiva, then move through Bukhara and Samarkand before returning to Tashkent by train.
| Stage | What it adds | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Tashkent → Nukus | domestic flight | fast access to western Uzbekistan without a long overland approach |
| Nukus | Savitsky Museum | art, archaeology and Karakalpak cultural context |
| Muynak | ship cemetery and Aral Sea memory | adds a rare historical and environmental layer |
| Khorezm fortress route | Chilpik-Kala, Kyzyl-Kala, Toprak-Kala, Akchakul and Ayaz-Kala | turns the road to Khiva into a meaningful sightseeing day |
| Khiva | Itchan Kala and Khorezm architecture | the strongest old-city atmosphere on the route |
| Bukhara and Samarkand | Po-i-Kalyan, Lyabi-Hauz, Registan, Gur-e-Amir and Shah-i-Zinda | the classic Silk Road core after the western section |
| Tashkent | Old City, metro, central squares and Islamic Civilization Center | a final look at old, Soviet and modern Tashkent |
Places that make this route worth choosing
Nukus
Savitsky Museum
A key cultural stop with art, archaeology and the Karakalpakstan context.
Muynak
Aral Sea memory
The ship cemetery gives the route a historical layer that short Silk Road city tours do not have.
Ancient Khorezm
Chilpik-Kala, Kyzyl-Kala, Toprak-Kala and Ayaz-Kala
The fortress stops connect Nukus and Khiva through the archaeology of western Uzbekistan.
Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand
Silk Road classics
Itchan Kala, Po-i-Kalyan, Lyabi-Hauz, Registan, Gur-e-Amir, Shah-i-Zinda and Ulugh Beg Observatory.
Tashkent
Islamic Civilization Center
A major contemporary cultural complex near Hazrati Imam; the visit follows current access and opening rules.
Nukus, Muynak (Moynaq) and the western section
This section is the reason the tour feels different from a standard Uzbekistan city package. Nukus brings the Savitsky Museum; Muynak brings the Aral Sea memory; the fortress route links the west to Khiva instead of treating the road as empty transfer time.
- Savitsky Museum: the Nukus cultural block gives the western section depth.
- Muynak: the ship cemetery and local Aral Sea memory sites are visited with time for photos and reflection.
- Fortress route: Chilpik-Kala, Kyzyl-Kala, Toprak-Kala, Akchakul and Ayaz-Kala are placed on the road toward Khiva.
- Practical: for Muynak and the fortresses, bring comfortable shoes, a hat, sun protection and water.
Tour itinerary
The timing below is a working day plan. Airports, train schedules, road conditions and opening hours can change the actual order of visits; final details are shown in the travel documents.
Day 1 — Tashkent: arrival, briefing, hotel check-in and dinner
Meals: dinner.
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
After arrival, the route is introduced briefly: domestic flight, western Uzbekistan, long road sections, guides, luggage and the day-by-day plan.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| by flight time | Meet your driver at Tashkent International Airport. | — |
| after arrival | Transfer to the hotel and assistance with check-in. | about 40–60 min |
| evening | Short tour briefing at the hotel. | 20–30 min |
| evening | Dinner at the hotel or arranged venue according to the itinerary. | about 1 hr |
Notes:
- International flights to and from Tashkent are not included unless they are listed separately in a written CAJ.UZ offer.
- The actual timing depends on your international arrival.
- The day is intentionally light: minimum walking, recovery after the flight and preparation for the early western section.
Day 2 — Tashkent → Nukus → Muynak → Nukus
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Flight information
- Route: Tashkent → Nukus.
- Status: Domestic economy-class air ticket is included in the tour package.
- Ticket time: fixed after schedule and seat availability are checked for the selected date.
Early departure to Tashkent airport, domestic flight to Nukus, museum visit and a long excursion to Muynak.
The Savitsky Museum is visited with a museum guide. Muynak and the Aral Sea memory sites are usually viewed with free time for photos and reflection.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| early morning | Breakfast or breakfast box, check-out with luggage and transfer to Tashkent airport. | — |
| ticketed flight time | Domestic flight Tashkent → Nukus. Flight time is fixed after ticketing. | by ticket |
| after arrival | Arrival in Nukus, meet the driver and start the western Uzbekistan day. | — |
| morning | Savitsky Museum — museum-guided visit covering the art collection, archaeology and Karakalpak cultural context. | about 1 hr 30 min |
| daytime | Drive from Nukus to Muynak. | road section |
| afternoon | Ship Cemetery — free time at the former Aral Sea shore area. | about 45 min |
| afternoon | Muynak local museum / Aral Sea memory section. | about 40–45 min |
| late afternoon | Return drive to Nukus. | road section |
| evening | Hotel check-in in Nukus and dinner. | — |
Notes:
- This is one of the longest days of the tour: domestic flight, museum visit and road excursion to Muynak.
- Flight time is not presented as a permanent guarantee; it is confirmed in the final ticket and travel documents.
- Weather, road conditions and the pace at Muynak can affect the order and duration of stops.
- Comfortable shoes, sun protection and water are strongly recommended.
Day 3 — Nukus → Chilpik-Kala → Kyzyl-Kala → Toprak-Kala → Akchakul → Ayaz-Kala → Khiva
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Breakfast, check-out and drive toward Khiva through the ancient Khorezm fortress route.
The included lunch is planned near the Akchakul yurt camp area. Other lunches on the tour are not automatically included.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 08:00–08:30 | Breakfast, check-out and departure from Nukus. | 30 min |
| morning | Chilpik-Kala — short stop at an archaeological site on a hill. | about 30 min |
| late morning | Kyzyl-Kala — fortress stop on the ancient Khorezm route. | about 30 min |
| midday | Toprak-Kala — guided visit to one of the major Khorezm fortress sites. | about 40 min |
| early afternoon | Lunch near Lake Akchakul in the yurt camp area. | about 1 hr |
| afternoon | Ayaz-Kala — visit to the fortress complex. | about 45 min |
| late afternoon | Drive to Khiva. | road section |
| evening | Hotel check-in in Khiva and dinner with Khorezm-style cuisine. | — |
Notes:
- This is a road day with short walks at archaeological sites.
- The Akchakul lunch is the only lunch explicitly included in the base itinerary.
- The order of fortress stops may change because of road conditions, weather and daylight.
- Closed shoes, a hat and seasonal clothing are recommended.
Day 4 — Khiva: Itchan Kala and folklore show
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with the local guide.
The day is focused on Khiva’s walled old town, Itchan Kala, with a full walking route and dinner with a folklore show.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:30 | Meet the guide and enter Itchan Kala. Introductory walk inside the old city. | 30 min |
| 09:30–10:10 | Kalta Minor — Khiva’s recognisable unfinished minaret. | 40 min |
| 10:20–11:10 | Kunya-Ark — former residence of Khiva’s rulers. | 50 min |
| 11:20–12:00 | Juma Mosque — historic columned mosque. | 40 min |
| 12:00–13:30 | Lunch break inside or near the old city; paid separately. | 1 hr 30 min |
Second part of the route
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 14:30–15:10 | Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum — one of Khiva’s most important sacred sites. | 40 min |
| 15:15–15:45 | Shergazi Khan Madrasah — historic educational monument. | 30 min |
| 15:50–16:30 | Islam Khoja Minaret — one of the most visible landmarks of Itchan Kala. | 40 min |
| 16:40–17:30 | Tash Khauli Palace and sections of the Itchan Kala walls. | 50 min |
| evening | Dinner with a folklore show. | about 1 hr 30 min |
Notes:
- Khiva is a walking day with uneven surfaces, steps and old stone or brick paving.
- The folklore show is included in the Khiva itinerary.
- Visit order may change because of opening hours, crowding and the pace of the group.
Day 5 — Khiva → Bukhara through the Kyzylkum Desert and Amu Darya area
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Breakfast and departure from Khiva.
This is a transfer day across the desert section toward Bukhara.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| morning | Breakfast and meeting with the driver. | — |
| daytime | Road transfer through the Kyzylkum Desert toward Bukhara. | road section |
| daytime | Lunch stop and technical stops along the route; lunch is paid separately. | by route pace |
| evening | Arrival in Bukhara and hotel check-in. | — |
| evening | Short walk in the old city area if arrival time allows. | by group pace |
| evening | Dinner according to the itinerary. | about 1 hr |
Notes:
- This is a long road day; comfortable clothing is recommended.
- Actual arrival time depends on road conditions and stops.
- The evening walk in Bukhara depends on the time of arrival.
Day 6 — Bukhara: old city walking tour and plov cooking session
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Breakfast and meeting with the local guide.
The main Bukhara day is a walking route through the old city, ending with dinner and a Bukhara plov cooking session.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:40 | Samanid Mausoleum — early brick architecture of Bukhara. | 40 min |
| 09:45–10:10 | Chashma-Ayub — mausoleum and spring site. | 25 min |
| 10:20–10:45 | Bolo-Hauz Mosque — mosque with a carved wooden aivan. | 25 min |
| 10:50–11:40 | Ark Fortress — former residence of Bukhara rulers. | 50 min |
| 11:50–12:50 | Po-i-Kalyan — Kalan Minaret, mosque and Miri-Arab Madrasah area. | 1 hr |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch break; paid separately. | 1 hr |
Second part of the route
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 14:10–14:50 | Trading Domes — historic covered bazaars of Bukhara. | 40 min |
| 15:00–15:30 | Bukhara Synagogue — a part of the city’s multi-cultural history. | 30 min |
| 15:40–16:30 | Lyabi-Hauz and the Khoja Nasreddin statue. | 50 min |
| evening | Dinner in a family-style atmosphere with a Bukhara plov cooking session. | about 1 hr 30 min |
Notes:
- The walking section is moderate to long; comfortable shoes are important.
- The plov cooking session is part of the evening itinerary.
- The order of visits may change because of opening hours and the pace of the group.
Day 7 — Bukhara → Samarkand: Registan, Gur-e-Amir, Rukhabad and Aksaray
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Breakfast and road transfer from Bukhara to Samarkand.
After arrival, the first Samarkand sightseeing block begins if timing allows.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| morning | Breakfast, meet the driver and depart for Samarkand. | road section |
| daytime | Arrival in Samarkand; hotel check-in or luggage drop according to the day’s logistics. | — |
| 14:30–16:00 | Registan Square — Samarkand’s central ensemble of three madrasahs. | 1 hr 30 min |
| 16:15–17:00 | Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum — the Timurid dynastic mausoleum. | 45 min |
| 17:10–17:40 | Rukhabad and Aksaray — mausoleums near the historic center. | 30 min |
| evening | Dinner according to the itinerary. | about 1 hr |
Notes:
- The day combines a road transfer and city sightseeing.
- Actual start time in Samarkand depends on the road and hotel arrangements.
- Some site order may be adjusted because of traffic, opening hours and daylight.
Day 8 — Samarkand: second sightseeing block → train to Tashkent
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Train information
- Route: Samarkand → Tashkent.
- Status: Economy-class railway ticket is included in the tour package.
- Ticket time: Confirmed after checking the railway schedule and seat availability for the selected date.
Breakfast, check-out with luggage and continued sightseeing in Samarkand.
After the excursion, transfer to the railway station, train to Tashkent and evening transfer on arrival.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:40 | Bibi-Khanym Mosque — major Timurid-era monument. | 40 min |
| 09:50–10:30 | Siab Bazaar — market near the old city. | 40 min |
| 10:45–11:45 | Shah-i-Zinda — mausoleum ensemble on the slope of Afrasiab. | 1 hr |
| 12:00–12:30 | Hazrat Khizr Mosque — mosque on a raised viewpoint. | 30 min |
| 12:40–13:10 | Prophet Daniel Mausoleum. | 30 min |
| 13:10–14:10 | Lunch break; paid separately. | 1 hr |
| 14:20–15:00 | Afrasiab Museum — ancient Samarkand history. | 40 min |
| 15:10–15:50 | Ulugh Beg Observatory — scientific heritage of Samarkand. | 40 min |
| confirmed time | Transfer to Samarkand railway station. | by ticket time |
| confirmed train time | Train Samarkand → Tashkent. Ticket time is confirmed after railway ticketing. | by ticket |
| after arrival | Meet the driver in Tashkent and transfer to dinner / hotel according to the itinerary. | — |
Notes:
- The train ticket Samarkand → Tashkent is included, with departure and arrival times fixed after ticketing.
- Access rules at railway stations may restrict who can enter the platform area.
- The Samarkand order may be adjusted around traffic, opening hours and the confirmed train time.
Day 9 — Tashkent: old city, Islamic Civilization Center, metro and modern center
Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Breakfast and meeting with the local guide.
The day links old Tashkent, a major new cultural complex, the metro and the central city area.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:45 | Hast-Imam Complex and Moyie Mubarek Madrasah area. | 45 min |
| 09:55–11:00 | Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan — modern cultural and educational complex near Hast-Imam. | about 1 hr |
| 11:15–12:00 | Chorsu Bazaar — main market of the old city. | 45 min |
| 12:10–12:35 | Kukeldash Madrasah — historic site near Chorsu. | 25 min |
| 12:45–13:30 | Tashkent Metro — several stations on the route. | 45 min |
| 13:30–14:30 | Lunch break; paid separately. | 1 hr |
Second part of the route
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 14:50–15:20 | Mustaqillik Square and central city walk. | 30 min |
| 15:30–15:50 | Romanov Palace — exterior stop on the route. | 20 min |
| 16:00–16:30 | Navoi Opera and Ballet Theatre — architectural stop. | 30 min |
| 16:40–17:20 | Museum of Applied Arts — crafts and decorative arts. | 40 min |
| 17:35–18:10 | Amir Timur Square and Sayilgoh / Broadway area. | 35 min |
| evening | Farewell dinner according to the itinerary. | about 1 hr 30 min |
Notes:
- The Islamic Civilization Center visit depends on current opening hours and ticketing rules.
- The day combines vehicle transfers, metro sections and walking.
- The order of visits may change because of traffic, opening hours and city logistics.
Day 10 — Tashkent: airport transfer
Meals: breakfast.
Breakfast at the hotel and meeting with the driver in the lobby.
Transfer to Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport. End of services.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| by flight time | Breakfast at the hotel or breakfast box for early departure, depending on hotel policy. | — |
| about 3 hrs before flight | Meet the driver and transfer to the airport. | about 30–60 min |
| after arrival | Check-in for your international flight and end of the itinerary. | — |
Notes:
- Transfer time depends on the international flight departure.
- Breakfast box availability depends on hotel policy and departure time.
- International flights are arranged separately unless they are written into an individual CAJ.UZ offer.
Booking, payment, documents and refunds
Through CAJ.UZ
- choose travel date, hotel level and room type;
- the form may request passport scans for ticketing;
- the manager checks flight, train, hotels, guides and transport;
- travel documents are sent after services are secured.
Card, bank transfer, cash
- Visa / Mastercard payment is available through CAJ.UZ payment pages;
- bank transfer is arranged by invoice or official details;
- cash is available only when fixed in writing;
- payment creates an order; the services are secured after availability checks.
Clear limits
- 24+ hours before start: CAJ.UZ does not charge its own cancellation fee;
- flight tickets, train tickets, special fares and supplier rules may affect the refundable amount;
- approved refunds go to the original payer and original payment method.
Useful pages: online payment · purchase terms · cancellation and refunds.
Why CAJ.UZ
- One connected route: western Uzbekistan, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent are arranged as a single travel chain.
- Transparent price logic: 3*, 4* / upgraded, single and double/twin options are separated.
- Distinct route value: the Savitsky Museum, Muynak and Khorezm fortresses give the tour more depth than a short classic route.
- Clear booking process: payment creates an order; final service confirmation follows after hotels, tickets and services are secured.
FAQ
Short answers before booking.
How long is this Uzbekistan tour?
The tour lasts 10 days / 9 nights.
Which cities and places are included?
The route is Tashkent, Nukus, Muynak (Moynaq), Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent. Key places include the Savitsky Museum, the Muynak ship cemetery, Khorezm fortress stops, Itchan Kala, Bukhara, Samarkand and Tashkent city sightseeing.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts and finishes in Tashkent. Tashkent airport transfers are included according to the tour arrangements.
Are international flights included?
No. International flights to and from Tashkent are not included in the base price unless they are listed separately in a written CAJ.UZ offer.
Is this a private or group tour?
The price is calculated from 2 participants. It works well for couples, families and small private groups.
Which hotel options are available?
You can choose 3* or 4* / upgraded accommodation, with double/twin or single room placement.
Which hotels are used on the route?
The working hotel grid includes Leader in Tashkent, Jipek Joly or Karakalpak Palace in Nukus, Farohat Ona or New Star in Khiva, Mehrob or Nodirabegim in Bukhara and Malika Prime in Samarkand for the 3* option. Upgraded examples include Ateca Suites, Orient Star Khiva (3*), Shahriston, Paradise Plaza, Grand Plaza and Hilton Garden Inn. Final hotels are fixed in the travel documents for the selected date.
What is included in the price?
Hotels, the Tashkent → Nukus domestic flight, the Samarkand → Tashkent train, guides, entrance tickets, transport, water, breakfasts, dinners listed in the itinerary, one Akchakul lunch, photo and video fees, the Khiva folklore show and visa support if needed.
What is not included?
International flights, early check-in, late check-out, personal expenses, excess baggage over 20 kg, travel insurance, Uzbekistan visa fee and lunches except the included Akchakul lunch on Day 3.
Is the Tashkent → Nukus flight part of the tour?
Yes. An economy-class domestic ticket from Tashkent to Nukus is part of the package. The ticket time is checked for the selected date.
Is the Samarkand → Tashkent train part of the tour?
Yes. An economy-class train ticket from Samarkand to Tashkent is part of the package. The ticket time is checked for the selected date.
Are entrance tickets included?
Yes, entrance tickets according to the itinerary are included.
Are meals included?
Breakfasts, dinners listed in the itinerary and one lunch near Akchakul on Day 3 are included. Other lunches are paid separately.
Which lunches are included?
Only the Day 3 lunch near Lake Akchakul in the yurt-base area is explicitly included. Other lunches should not be considered included unless CAJ.UZ confirms them in writing.
Which guides work on the route?
English-speaking local guides work according to the itinerary. Some museum or site-specific guiding may be arranged where the itinerary requires it.
Can other guide languages be requested?
Yes, other languages can be requested in advance and depend on guide availability.
What is the Savitsky Museum?
It is a major museum in Nukus known for art, archaeology and Karakalpak cultural material. It gives the western part of the tour real cultural depth.
Why is Muynak included?
Muynak adds the Aral Sea story and the ship cemetery, giving the route a human and environmental layer beyond architecture.
Is the tour suitable for first-time visitors to Uzbekistan?
Yes, especially for travelers who want the main Silk Road cities plus Nukus and Muynak in one trip.
How physically demanding is the route?
The activity level is moderate. Expect city walking, uneven surfaces in old towns and fortresses, plus long road sections in western Uzbekistan.
Is visa support included?
Visa support is included if needed.
Is the Uzbekistan visa fee included?
No. The visa fee is paid separately if a visa is required for your nationality.
Can I book online?
Yes, through /en/buy/18.
Can I pay by Visa or Mastercard?
Yes, Visa and Mastercard payment is available through CAJ.UZ payment pages. Bank transfer and cash may also be available by agreement.
Does payment instantly secure every service?
No. Payment creates an order; CAJ.UZ checks traveler details and supplier availability, then sends written confirmation.
What happens after online payment?
The manager checks traveler details, hotels, the domestic flight, the train, guides and transport, then sends confirmation by email or WhatsApp.
Can the hotel level or route be changed?
Yes, changes can be calculated before payment or before services are issued, depending on availability.
What should I bring for Muynak, Khiva and long road days?
Comfortable shoes, sun protection, a hat, a light layer for the road, personal medication and travel documents.
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- Preferred travel dates.
- Number of travelers.
- Hotel level: 3* or 4* / upgraded.
- Room type: double/twin or single.
- Citizenship and whether visa support is needed.
- Whether international flights should be quoted separately.
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Send the date and number of travelers. The manager will check hotels, the Tashkent → Nukus flight, the Samarkand → Tashkent train and the tour cost for your date.
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Price for 1 pax
Accommodation in 3* Hotel / Valid from 2 people
Double/twin room
$977
Single room
$1,103
Accommodation in 4* Hotel
Double/twin room
$1,159
Single room
$1,330
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Prices valid until: 31.12.2026