After the palace and ceramics workshop, have dinner and rest in Fergana. The next morning, continue towards the silk workshops of Margilan.
2-Day Fergana Valley Tour from Tashkent: Train Out, Road Back
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Guiding on both days
Date on request
2 days / 1 night
Tashkent round trip
Fergana Valley: a palace, pottery and silk
This 2-day Fergana Valley tour from Tashkent starts with a train journey to Kokand. Meet your local guide, see the palace mosaics, Rishtan pottery and Margilan silk, and spend a night in Fergana. The mountain road over Kamchik Pass brings you back to Tashkent on day two.
383 USD per person when two travel together. The price includes the train ticket, transfers, local guiding on both days, one hotel night, dinner, breakfast and scheduled entrance tickets. The solo price is 633 USD; separate rates apply to 3–7 travellers.
Your trip at a glance
- Duration: 2 days and 1 night, starting and finishing in Tashkent.
- Guide: a local guide for the valley visits, from Kokand on day one to Chust on day two.
- Transport: train to Kokand; air-conditioned car for 1–2 travellers or minibus for 3–7 in the valley and for the return.
- Pace: an early station transfer, sightseeing walks and a long drive back on day two. Road conditions and walking
- Main visits: the palace and Jami Mosque in Kokand, a ceramics workshop in Rishtan and Yodgorlik in Margilan.
- Meals: dinner on day one and breakfast on day two are included; lunches are paid separately.
- Format: a private trip or small group of 1–7 travellers. How to book
How the two days fit together
Travel to Kokand by train and return from Chust by road over Kamchik Pass. The two legs give you different views of the journey into the valley.
Watch artisans at work and browse their finished pieces. Shopping is optional; a hands-on workshop is not included. Buy this tour · About CAJ.UZ
Day two includes brief stops: a short visit in Namangan and a craft stop in Chust.
Palace mosaics, pottery and silk
The valley's colours run through the trip: turquoise mosaics in Kokand, glazed ceramics in Rishtan and vivid threads in Margilan.
Kokand
Khudoyar Khan Palace
Look closely at the patterns on the palace's mosaic façade, then continue your visit to Kokand at Jami Mosque.
Rishtan
A ceramics workshop
Blue and turquoise patterns are a hallmark of Rishtan pottery. Visit a workshop to see the artisans' work and the pieces they make.
Margilan
Yodgorlik Silk Factory
Cocoons, threads, cloth: at Yodgorlik, see traditional silk production and the handwork behind the finished patterns.
Kamchik
The mountain road home
City streets give way to mountain scenery. Photo stops are possible where road conditions allow a safe place to pull over.
Is this the right trip for you?
- want to see the valley in two days from Tashkent;
- are interested in architecture, pottery and silk;
- enjoy watching artisans at work;
- prefer travelling with your own small party;
- allow for an early hotel pickup and time at the station;
- the return drive from Chust takes a substantial part of day two;
- there are walks in the towns and no free days;
- for more time in the valley, consider the three-day tour with two nights.
- your date, party size and meeting point in Tashkent;
- your preferred guiding language;
- double/twin or single accommodation;
- any walking, luggage or dietary needs.
Fergana Valley tour prices
383 USD per person
766 USD for two sharing a double or twin room. The 383 USD per person rate requires a booking for at least 2 travellers; see the separate rates below for groups of 3–7. Train tickets, car transport and local guiding are included.
Single-room accommodation: 399 USD per person for bookings of at least 2 travellers.
From 226 USD per person
3 travellers: 350 USD per person; 4: 295 USD; 5: 263 USD; 6: 241 USD; 7: 226 USD. Train tickets, minibus transport and local guiding on both days are included.
633 USD
Total tour price for a solo traveller, including the train ticket, car transport and local guiding on both days.
Choose your travel date
Trips run on request, subject to train tickets, transport, hotel and sightseeing availability. How to book
Would you like longer in the valley? Compare the 3-day tour · Choose the 2-day trip
How to book
- Click “Buy this tour”, complete the booking form and choose your date, party size and guiding language.
- Pay for the tour immediately after completing the form.
- Once CAJ.UZ receives your order and payment, the team books all tour services and sends your confirmation.
Extra costs and cancellation
Before paying, read the cancellation terms and check which services are charged separately.
- Sightseeing with a guide on both days is already included.
- For cancellations at least 24 hours before departure, CAJ.UZ does not retain its service fee. Non-refundable supplier services may still affect the refund.
- Lunches, personal expenses and travel insurance are paid separately.
- Early check-in and late check-out are not included.
- Visa support, if needed, is separate from the visa fee, which you pay yourself.
- The applicable terms are available here: Booking terms · Refund policy
What's included
- 1 night at Emin Hotel in Fergana or an agreed hotel of a similar standard;
- breakfast on day two;
- dinner on day one;
- mineral water: 1.5 litres per person per day;
- a train ticket from Tashkent to Kokand;
- transfer from your hotel in Tashkent to the departure station;
- air-conditioned car for 1–2 travellers or minibus for 3–7 between the valley towns;
- return from Chust to Tashkent with a driver on day two;
- local guiding from Kokand on day one to Chust on day two;
- entrance tickets for the scheduled visits;
- photo and video fees at sights where included in the programme;
- visa support if required; the visa fee itself is not included.
Meals during the two-day tour
| Day or service | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Fergana | Dinner after arriving in the city. |
| Day 2 | Fergana | Breakfast after your overnight stay. |
| Lunch on day 1 | Along the route | Paid separately. |
| Lunch on day 2 | Along the route | Paid separately. |
| Water | Both days | 1.5 litres of mineral water per person per day. |
| Dietary requirements | Before the trip | Tell us in advance so arrangements can be checked. |
Please mention any allergies or other dietary requirements in your request.
What's paid separately
- travel insurance;
- visa fees, if a visa is required for your nationality;
- personal expenses;
- lunches;
- pottery, fabrics and other purchases;
- extra food or services outside the itinerary;
- early check-in and late check-out;
- extra sightseeing outside the itinerary;
- services outside the confirmed package.
You can buy pottery or fabric as a keepsake at the workshops. Purchases are not included in the tour price.
The route through Kokand, Rishtan and Margilan
Tashkent → Kokand by train → Rishtan → Fergana → Margilan → Namangan → Chust → Kamchik Pass → Tashkent by road.
2 days / 1 nightStarts and finishes in Tashkent
6 towns in the valleyKokand, Rishtan, Fergana, Margilan, Namangan, Chust
Train + private vehicleCar for 1–2, minibus for 3–7
Into the valley
Day 1
Tashkent → Kokand → Rishtan → Fergana
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Tashkent → Kokand by trainMeet your guide in Kokand
A driver takes you to the station in Tashkent. Your local guide meets you on arrival in Kokand before the palace and Jami Mosque visits.
Train ticket and station transfer included
2
Kokand → Rishtan → FerganaPottery and an overnight stay
After sightseeing in Kokand, visit a ceramics workshop, then continue to dinner and a night's rest.
Dinner and overnight in Fergana
The return journey
Day 2
Fergana → Margilan → Namangan → Chust → Tashkent
3
Fergana → Margilan → NamanganSilk and a brief city stop
A morning walk in Fergana, silk production at Yodgorlik and a stop in Namangan.
Departure from the hotel: 07:45
4
Namangan → Chust → TashkentBack over Kamchik Pass
After the craft visit in Chust, say goodbye to your guide and return over the pass with your driver.
Planned arrival: around 20:30Local guiding covers the visits in the valley. Guiding language
Day-by-day itinerary
Planned times are shown in Uzbekistan time (UTC+5). The train, departure station and hotel pickup are confirmed for your date. Weather, traffic and opening hours may change the timetable or order of visits.
Day 1 — Train to Kokand → Rishtan → Fergana
| Time | Itinerary | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 05:45–06:20 | Hotel pickup and transfer to the station in Tashkent. | Your driver meets you; pickup time depends on the hotel address. |
| 06:20–07:00 | Station checks and boarding. | Keep your passport and ticket ready; this is a planned boarding allowance. |
| 07:20–10:26 | Train from Tashkent to Kokand. | Modern CRRC Dalian express train 730З · 3 h 06 min. Train ticket included; you travel without a guide. |
| 10:26–10:45 | Arrive in Kokand and meet your local guide and driver. | The guided valley tour starts here. |
| 10:45–12:30 | Guided visit to Khudoyar Khan Palace and Jami Mosque. | Historic Kokand; the order depends on opening hours. |
| 12:30–13:30 | Lunch in Kokand. | Paid separately. |
| 13:30–14:30 | Kokand → Rishtan by road. | Drive to the ceramics workshops. |
| 14:30–15:30 | Visit a ceramics workshop in Rishtan. | See the artisans' work; shopping is optional. |
| 15:30–17:00 | Rishtan → Fergana by road. | Transfer with a stop if needed. |
| 17:00–19:00 | Check in at Emin Hotel and rest. | Or an agreed hotel of a similar standard in Fergana. |
| 19:00–20:00 | Dinner after the first day's visits. | Dinner included. |
The day introduces the history of Kokand and the pottery traditions of Rishtan.
Day 2 — Fergana → Margilan → Namangan → Chust → Tashkent
| Time | Itinerary | Details |
|---|---|---|
| 07:00–07:45 | Breakfast and check-out. | Breakfast included; take your luggage with you. |
| 07:45–08:15 | Leave the hotel for a short walk in Fergana. | Around Ahmad al-Fergani Park. |
| 08:15–09:00 | Fergana → Margilan. | Drive to Yodgorlik Silk Factory. |
| 09:00–10:00 | Guided visit to Yodgorlik Silk Factory. | Traditional silk production. |
| 10:00–11:45 | Margilan → Namangan. | A stop en route if needed. |
| 11:45–12:15 | Brief stop in Namangan. | A short introduction to the city, rather than an extended city tour. |
| 12:15–13:15 | Lunch in Namangan or along the way. | Paid separately. |
| 13:15–14:30 | Namangan → Chust. | Drive to the next craft stop. |
| 14:30–15:00 | A brief introduction to Chust crafts and farewell to your guide. | Your local guide finishes the sightseeing here; the workshop is selected before the trip. |
| 15:00–20:30 | Chust → Kamchik → Tashkent with your driver. | Return drive with a comfort stop; no guide on this leg. |
| Around 20:30 | Arrive in Tashkent; end of the tour. | At your hotel or an agreed point; delays may mean a later arrival. |
A morning walk in Fergana comes before the visit to Margilan. Return to Tashkent in the evening.
One night in Fergana
Fergana
Emin Hotel
After the pottery workshops of Rishtan, settle in and recharge for another day in the valley.
1 night · Breakfast included
Emin Hotel or an agreed hotel of a similar standard. Your hotel will be named in the trip confirmation.
Explore Emin HotelYour room
Travelling as a pair? Tell us whether you prefer one double bed or twin beds. Single accommodation can be arranged for solo travellers. Your room and bed type are confirmed when booking.
Let us know in advance if you need step-free access or are bringing large suitcases. Check-in is in the evening and check-out in the morning; early check-in and late check-out cost extra and depend on availability.
Roads, seasons and walking
Layers are useful as the weather changes between Tashkent, the pass and the valley. Check the forecast before departure.
Bring a hat and sun protection for sightseeing. Drives alternate with visits to the sights.
Road conditions on Kamchik Pass depend on the weather. The feasibility and timing of the trip are checked for your date.
Workshop and factory opening hours may change on holidays. CAJ.UZ checks the planned visits before departure.
| Feature | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Walking at the sights | Visits involve walking; discuss the pace and any access requirements in advance. |
| Long drives | There are transfers between the valley towns and a long return drive on day two. If long journeys are uncomfortable for you, consider a longer itinerary. |
| Hotel pickup and train | Your driver collects you in Tashkent for the station transfer. Keep your passport and train ticket ready; your local guide meets you in Kokand. |
What to bring
- comfortable shoes for sightseeing;
- seasonal clothing and an extra layer for the pass;
- protection against sun and rain;
- your personal medication;
- your passport, train ticket and written trip confirmation.
Before and after the tour
Allow time to get ready in the morning and to rest after returning.
- Pack and settle your Tashkent hotel bill before the agreed pickup time, leaving time for checks and boarding at the station.
- Day two starts early, at 07:45: packing your bag the night before makes the morning easier.
- If you need a transfer or another night in Tashkent afterwards, mention it when booking.
Do not book a non-refundable flight on the evening of your return without a generous time allowance: the expected 20:30 arrival may change.
Your guide and language
Your local guide meets you in Kokand and leads the valley sightseeing until Chust on day two. You travel on the train without a guide and return from Chust with the driver only. Request your preferred guiding language when booking; it is confirmed for your date.
Payment and documents
Choose your travel date, number of travellers and guiding language. Choose a travel date
Pay for the tour immediately after completing the form.
After receiving your order and payment, CAJ.UZ books all services and sends your trip confirmation. Booking steps
If you notice a discrepancy in your order, contact CAJ.UZ before paying.
Passport details may be needed to arrange certain services. CAJ.UZ will explain which details are required and how to send them.
Before you travel
- Keep your confirmation and the organiser's contact details accessible during the trip.
- Choose your trip: 2-day Fergana Valley tour
- Check the terms: booking · cancellation and refunds
Contacting the organiser
The tour is organised by CAJ.UZ. Contact the team with questions about the route and trip arrangements.
Tell the organiser about changes to the date, party size or meeting point: these may affect the price and availability.
Kokand's mosaics, Rishtan's pottery and Margilan's silk introduce the valley through its architecture and crafts.
Questions before booking
How much does the tour cost for one or two people?
The solo price is 633 USD. For two travellers, it is 383 USD per person, or 766 USD in total. The train ticket and local guided sightseeing on both days are included.
Is the train ticket included?
Yes. The Tashkent–Kokand ticket and your hotel-to-station transfer in Tashkent are included, as are the scheduled entrance tickets.
Is there time to shop at the workshops?
You can buy pottery, fabric and other pieces during the scheduled visits. Purchases cost extra; participation in a hands-on workshop is not included.
Can I travel on my chosen date?
Send us your preferred date. The trip depends on train tickets, vehicle and hotel availability, opening hours and road conditions.
Will I get a full refund if I cancel a day before?
Not necessarily. CAJ.UZ does not retain its service fee for cancellations at least 24 hours before departure, but non-refundable supplier services may reduce the refund.
What happens after I place my order and pay?
Once CAJ.UZ receives your booking form and payment, the team books all tour services and sends confirmation with your travel date and included arrangements.
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Places and your overnight stay
Before departure
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Choose your travel date
Choose the date, party size, guiding language and accommodation in the form. Add any meeting-point, luggage or dietary preferences.
A train journey into the valley, then palaces and workshops
Complete the form and pay for the tour immediately. After receiving your order and payment, CAJ.UZ will book all services and send your confirmation.
The trip starts and finishes in Tashkent.
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