✈️ Tour to Uzbekistan from USA — 10 Days (UNESCO Silk Road Cities)

10-day Uzbekistan tour from USA: US couple at illuminated Registan Square (Samarkand) on a Silk Road itinerary

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Tour to Uzbekistan from USA — 10‑Day Silk Road Itinerary (Tashkent • Samarkand • Bukhara • Khiva)

Travel to Uzbekistan from USA in one structured route: Tashkent · Samarkand (UNESCO) · Gijduvan ceramics · Vobkent minaret · Bukhara (UNESCO) · Khiva (UNESCO) · Urgench

Quick facts

  • Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
  • Start / finish: Tashkent (airport pick‑up + departure transfer)
  • Route: Tashkent → Samarkand → (Gijduvan + Vobkent stop) → Bukhara → Khiva → Urgench → Tashkent
  • Transport: private A/C vehicle + Afrosiyob high‑speed train (Tashkent–Samarkand) + domestic flight (Urgench–Tashkent)
  • Tour format: private tour (from 2 travellers) with local guides (English; other languages on request)
  • Price: from $1,400 per person (double/twin; min 2 travellers)
  • Cancellation: refund rules per Return Policy (24+ hours = no penalties; exceptions can apply to tickets)
  • Book online: /en/buy/17 (Visa/Mastercard/Bank transfer/Cash; passport scan upload required)

Answer in 15 seconds: This 10‑day Uzbekistan tour from the USA is a complete Silk Road route covering Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva with cultural experiences (cooking classes, folklore show, artisan workshops), plus convenient logistics (Afrosiyob high‑speed train + domestic flight). If you want a full trip from USA to Uzbekistan without building the itinerary yourself, this is the “one booking covers everything” format.

*Timing is approximate. Sequence can change due to flight/train schedules, weather, traffic, and operational logistics.

Why this Uzbekistan tour from USA works

  • Classic Silk Road cities in one route
    Tashkent + Samarkand + Bukhara + Khiva (plus Urgench logistics).
  • Smart transport choices
    Afrosiyob train + domestic flight reduce fatigue compared to pure driving.
  • Guided where it matters
    Local guides for UNESCO heritage + enough free time for your own pace.
  • Real experiences
    Cooking classes + ceramics workshop + folklore show (not just monuments).
  • Clear refund policy
    Refund terms are published on-site: Return Policy.

This is a full Uzbekistan travel package from the United States designed for first‑timers who want the “complete Silk Road” without itinerary stress.

Who this tour fits best

Couples & friends (2 travellers)

Private format is the most common: a comfortable pace, consistent hotels, and one coherent 10‑day route.

UNESCO + history travellers

You want the core UNESCO heritage cities (Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva) in one trip.

Photo‑focused travellers

Registan night views, tilework details, bazaars, desert road scenes, Khiva alleys and walls.

“I want it organized” travellers

Hotels, intercity logistics, guides, and key tickets are arranged — you focus on the experience.

What’s different for US travelers in 2026

  • Visa‑free entry: from January 1, 2026, US citizens can visit Uzbekistan visa‑free for up to 30 days (tourism/business). For longer stays or special cases, see Uzbekistan visa info.
  • Smoother booking: you can book online on CAJ.UZ and pay by Visa/Mastercard; details: online payment page.
  • Paperwork still matters: hotel registration + domestic tickets require accurate passport details — prepare a clear passport scan for each traveler (JPG/PDF) for the booking form.
  • Time zone planning: Uzbekistan time is UTC+5 — we share meeting times in local time and reconfirm 24 hours before each transfer.

Tip: keep your passport valid for the full trip dates and bring a backup digital copy.

Expedition overview: Uzbekistan itinerary from the USA

This is a full Silk Road route through Uzbekistan’s most iconic cities, designed for US travelers who want a complete first visit: Tashkent guide, Samarkand guide, Bukhara guide, Khiva guide, and Urgench info.

For practical prep: Uzbekistan travel tips (money, cards, airports, transport, local habits).

Trust box

  • Experience: We operate classic Uzbekistan routes and coordinate drivers, trains, flights, and guides into one coherent itinerary.
  • Expertise: Licensed tour operations + local city guides for UNESCO heritage sites and cultural context.
  • Authority: Central Asia Journeys (CAJ.UZ). See traveller reviews.
  • Trust: Published refund terms (Return Policy) + booking terms (Tour Purchase Terms).
  • License: View tour operator license (JPG)
  • Contact: Contacts page (phone/email) + WhatsApp support.

Route in short (10 days)

  • Days 1–2: Tashkent (arrival + city tour) → Afrosiyob train to Samarkand
  • Day 3: Samarkand (UNESCO highlights + cooking class)
  • Day 4: Drive to Bukhara via Gijduvan (ceramics) + Vobkent minaret
  • Days 5–6: Bukhara (UNESCO city + cooking masterclass + key out-of-town sites)
  • Days 7–8: Khiva via Kyzyl‑Kum Desert (UNESCO Ichan‑Kala + folklore show)
  • Days 9–10: Urgench → flight to Tashkent → departure

Tour program — 10 days (Uzbekistan tour from USA)

Itinerary snapshot

  1. Day 1: Arrive Tashkent → airport meet → hotel check‑in → welcome dinner + meet your guide
  2. Day 2: Tashkent city tour → Afrosiyob train to Samarkand → evening rest
  3. Day 3: Samarkand UNESCO day + cooking class dinner
  4. Day 4: Samarkand → Gijduvan ceramics → Vobkent → Bukhara
  5. Day 5: Bukhara UNESCO walking day
  6. Day 6: Bukhara region + cooking masterclass dinner
  7. Day 7: Drive to Khiva via Kyzyl‑Kum Desert
  8. Day 8: Khiva UNESCO + folklore show dinner
  9. Day 9: Transfer to Urgench → flight to Tashkent → afternoon city tour
  10. Day 10: Departure transfer (Tashkent)

*Exact times depend on flight/train schedules and local logistics.

Detailed itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Tashkent → airport meet → welcome dinner + briefing

Meeting: driver meets you at the airport arrivals with a name sign → hotel transfer.

Evening: welcome dinner at a local restaurant + tour briefing (meet your guide, confirm timings for Day 2).

Tip for US travelers: after a long flight, keep Day 1 light — dinner + rest = better energy for sightseeing.

Day 2: Tashkent city tour → Afrosiyob train to Samarkand

Morning: meet your guide at the hotel lobby → start guided city tour.

Typical stops: Khast Imam complex (ancient Quran), Chorsu Bazaar, Amir Temur Square, selected metro stations (time permitting).

Afternoon: transfer to train station → Afrosiyob high‑speed train to Samarkand → hotel check‑in.

Evening: dinner at a local restaurant (final venue can vary by season and availability).

Day 3: Samarkand UNESCO day + cooking class

Morning: meet local guide → start Samarkand UNESCO walking/sightseeing program.

Core highlights: Registan Square, Gur‑Emir Mausoleum, Bibi‑Khanym Mosque, Siab Bazaar, Shah‑i‑Zinda (time permitting), Afrasiab Museum and Ulugbek Observatory.

Evening experience: cooking class with a local family (Samarkand plov / pilaf) + dinner.

Day 4: Samarkand → Gijduvan ceramics → Vobkent minaret → Bukhara

Morning: meet driver → depart to Bukhara.

Stops: Gijduvan ceramics workshop (master class + artisan demonstration) and Vobkent Minaret photo/heritage stop.

Evening: arrive Bukhara → check‑in → light evening walk near Lyabi‑Hauz + dinner.

Day 5: Bukhara UNESCO — main heritage day

Morning: meet your guide at hotel lobby → start Bukhara UNESCO program.

Typical sites: Samanid Mausoleum, Chashma‑Ayub, Bolo‑Hauz, Ark Fortress, Poi‑Kalon ensemble, trading domes, Ulugbek & Abdullazizkhan madrasahs, Lyabi‑Hauz ensemble, and (when accessible) Bukhara synagogue.

Evening: dinner at a traditional Bukhara restaurant.

Day 6: Bukhara region + cooking master class

Morning: meet guide → continue Bukhara program.

Typical stops: Chor‑Minor, Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex, Sitora‑i‑Mokhi‑Khosa palace, Chor‑Bakr necropolis (timing dependent).

Evening experience: cooking master class (dimlama) with local family + dinner.

Day 7: Drive to Khiva via Kyzyl‑Kum Desert

Morning: meet driver → depart across Kyzyl‑Kum Desert route.

On the road: desert landscape photo stops (time and weather dependent).

Evening: arrive Khiva → hotel check‑in (ideally inside/near Ichan‑Kala) → dinner.

Day 8: Khiva UNESCO (Ichan‑Kala) + folklore show

Morning: meet local guide → walking tour in Ichan‑Kala (UNESCO).

Core sites: Kalta‑Minor, Muhammad Amin‑Khan Madrasah, Kunya‑Ark, Juma Mosque, Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum, Islam Khoja Minaret, Tash‑Hauli Palace (timing dependent).

Evening: dinner + folklore show (program can vary by season).

Day 9: Urgench → flight to Tashkent → afternoon city tour

Morning: transfer to Urgench airport → domestic flight to Tashkent.

Afternoon: meet guide → city highlights such as Mustaqillik (Independence) Square, Opera & Ballet Theatre, modern city areas (time dependent).

Evening: farewell dinner in Tashkent.

Day 10: Departure from Tashkent

Morning: breakfast → check‑out.

Transfer: hotel → airport (timed to your flight schedule).

*The itinerary can be adjusted due to operational conditions while keeping the key highlights.

Highlights of the tour (USA → Uzbekistan)

Key places and experiences in this Uzbekistan travel package from USA. Click “More” for quick context.

Tashkent Metro station (Kosmonavtlar) during a guided city tour in Uzbekistan

Tashkent city tour

Old City + bazaar + metro architecture (time dependent).

Registan Square at night in Samarkand: iconic UNESCO highlight on Uzbekistan tour from USA

Samarkand UNESCO day

Registan + Gur‑Emir + bazaars + history.

Tourist at Registan Square in Samarkand during Uzbekistan tour from USA

Cooking class (Samarkand plov)

Hands‑on cultural dinner experience.

Samarkand madrasah interior tilework viewed by small tour group on Uzbekistan travel package from USA

Silk Road craftsmanship

Tilework, wood carving, artisan workshops.

Bukhara Bolo-Hauz Mosque interior with tourists on a guided Uzbekistan tour from USA

Bukhara UNESCO heritage

Old city + mosques + madrasahs + trading domes.

Couple in Khiva at Tash Hauli Palace tilework: UNESCO Ichan-Kala highlight on Uzbekistan tour from USA

Khiva UNESCO + folklore

Ichan‑Kala walking tour + evening show.

Highlights — in short

UNESCO focus

Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva are core UNESCO cities in one trip.

Cultural experiences

Cooking classes, ceramics in Gijduvan, folklore show in Khiva.

Logistics built-in

Afrosiyob train + domestic flight reduce fatigue on long distances.

Hotels (examples)

Hotels can vary by season and availability, but the standard package uses comfortable city hotels in central locations. Click “More” to see examples and links.

Tashkent hotel example for Uzbekistan tour from USA: Lotte City Palace Hotel

Tashkent hotel

Example: LOTTE CITY PALACE HOTEL.

Samarkand hotel example for Uzbekistan travel package from USA: Wellfort Hotel

Samarkand hotel

Example: WELLFORT HOTEL.

Bukhara hotel example for Uzbekistan tour from USA: Labi Rud Premium Hotel

Bukhara hotel

Example: LABI RUD PREMIUM HOTEL.

Khiva hotel example near Ichan-Kala for Uzbekistan tour from USA: Farovon Hotel

Khiva hotel

Example: FAROVON HOTEL.

Top questions before booking

Concise answers to the questions that most often affect a booking decision for US travelers.

1) How do I book this tour online?

Use the booking page /en/buy/17. Choose tour date + number of travellers, fill in contact details, upload a passport scan for each traveller (JPG/PDF), and select a payment method (Visa/Mastercard/Bank transfer/Cash).

2) Are international flights from the USA included?

No — international flights are not included. The tour starts in Tashkent with airport pick‑up. We can recommend practical flight options on request.

3) Do I need a visa in 2026 as a US citizen?

US citizens can visit visa‑free for up to 30 days (tourism/business) starting January 1, 2026. For longer stays or special cases, see Uzbekistan visa info.

4) How intense is the pace?

Balanced: guided UNESCO days + intercity travel days + evenings for your own walk. The only long drive is Bukhara → Khiva via the desert route.

5) What is the cancellation / refund policy?

Refund terms are published here: Return Policy. Some services (transport tickets) may have special conditions — if applicable, we clarify in advance.

More details are in the FAQ section.

Price (Uzbekistan tour package from USA)

Accommodation Room type Price per person
Hotels (standard) + program inclusions Double / Twin $1,400
Hotels (standard) + program inclusions Single $1,512

Valid from: 2 travellers
Optional: escorted tour guide — $600 per group

We confirm logistics after booking and coordinate meeting timings with you.

What is included

  • Accommodation in standard double/twin rooms (Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva)
  • Meals according to the program (breakfast and dinner)
  • All excursions according to the program with local guides in English (other languages on request)
  • Entrance tickets to sights/museums included as per program
  • Air-conditioned transport for excursions and all transfers
  • Train ticket: Afrosiyob (Tashkent → Samarkand)
  • Domestic flight ticket: Urgench → Tashkent (economy class)
  • One bottle of mineral water (1.5L) per person for each tour day
  • Folklore show in Khiva (program dependent)
  • Visa support (if necessary)

What is not included

  • International flights to/from Uzbekistan
  • Early check‑in / late check‑out at hotels (unless confirmed in advance)
  • Excess baggage (airline rules apply)
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Visa cost (if applicable for your travel case; see visa info)

Group deals (USA travellers)

  • Bring a friend: save 5% per new participant you bring for the same tour date.
  • 10+ travellers: 1 free spot for the group organizer (conditions apply).
  • Kids under 12: extra 10% off with group booking (conditions apply).

*Promotions can be limited by dates/availability. Ask us on WhatsApp to confirm current conditions.

FAQ — Tour to Uzbekistan from USA

Where does the tour start and finish?

Start: Tashkent (airport meet). Finish: Tashkent (departure transfer).

Is Uzbekistan safe for US travellers?

Uzbekistan is generally considered safe for tourists in the main Silk Road cities. Standard travel awareness applies (official taxis/apps, keep documents secure).

Do US citizens need a visa in 2026?

From January 1, 2026, US citizens can visit visa‑free for up to 30 days (tourism/business). For other cases, see visa info.

Are international flights included?

No. International flights USA ↔ Uzbekistan are not included. Domestic flight (Urgench → Tashkent) is included as per program.

What documents do you need for booking?

A clear passport scan for each traveller (JPG/PDF) is required for the booking form: /en/buy/17.

What payment methods are available?

Online payment (Visa/Mastercard), bank transfer, or cash (see booking form). Terms: Tour Purchase Terms.

What is the cancellation / refund policy?

Refund terms are published here: Return Policy.

Can I customize this trip from USA to Uzbekistan?

Yes. We can adjust hotels, pace, and add-on experiences (subject to feasibility and timing). Send your dates + preferences on WhatsApp.

Book online

Book online and receive confirmation after coordinating key logistics (meeting times, hotel availability, ticketing).

Booking checklist

  • Choose your dates + number of travellers
  • Upload passport scan(s) for each traveller (JPG/PDF)
  • Select payment method and submit the request

Refund terms: Return Policy. Booking terms: Tour Purchase Terms.

Contact: +998 90 922 30 73 (WhatsApp) or write us here.

Uzbekistan tour from USA (10 days)
from $1,400
5 5 20
Price for 1 pax
At the hotels listed below / Valid from 2 people
Double/twin room
$1,400
Single room
$1,512
Escort tour guide
$600
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Prices valid until: 31.12.2026

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