957 USD / person
Base option in a double or twin room, from 2 participants.
12-Day Uzbekistan Tour with Khiva, Bukhara, Yurt Camp, Aydarkul, Samarkand and Shakhrisabz
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✅ 12 days · Tashkent → Khiva → Bukhara → Nurata → yurt camp → Aydarkul → Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Tashkent · from 957 USD per person
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12-Day Uzbekistan Tour with Khiva, Bukhara, Yurt Camp, Aydarkul, Samarkand and Shakhrisabz
This route is for travellers who want the classic Silk Road cities of Uzbekistan plus the desert: a night in a yurt camp, Nurata, Aydarkul Lake and Shakhrisabz. The programme covers Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand and includes the Tashkent → Urgench flight, local English-speaking guides, entrance tickets, air-conditioned transport, meals according to the itinerary, a folklore show in Khiva and cooking masterclasses in Bukhara and Samarkand.
Important: the price is shown per person according to the selected hotel category and room type. Price validity, availability, hotels, the Tashkent → Urgench flight and route services are confirmed by a CAJ.UZ manager for your travel date.
In short: this is a 12-day cultural Uzbekistan tour with the route Tashkent → Urgench → Khiva → Bukhara → Nurata → yurt camp → Aydarkul Lake → Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Tashkent. The programme includes 3-star or 4-star hotels, one night in a yurt camp, local English-speaking guides, meals according to the itinerary, entrance tickets, air-conditioned transport, the Tashkent → Urgench flight, a folklore show in Khiva and masterclasses in Bukhara and Samarkand. Exact flight times, hotels and services are confirmed in writing for your travel date.
Quick facts
- Tour type: extended cultural Uzbekistan tour with a yurt camp experience
- Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
- Route: Tashkent → Urgench → Khiva → Bukhara → Nurata → yurt camp → Aydarkul → Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Tashkent
- Start / finish: Tashkent / Tashkent
- Accommodation: 3-star or 4-star hotels + yurt camp according to the programme
- Guides: local English-speaking guides; other languages on request and subject to availability
- Flight: Tashkent → Urgench included under current tour conditions; exact time is confirmed separately
- Price: from 957 USD per person in a 3-star double/twin room, from 2 participants
- Online booking: via /en/buy/7
Who this route is for
- A good fit: travellers who want to combine Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand and Shakhrisabz with the desert and a night in a yurt camp.
- Great for a first visit: the route covers the main cultural centres and gives more depth than shorter 7–8-day programmes.
- Suits couples, families and small groups: the programme is full but does not require extreme physical effort.
- May not be ideal: if you want hotel comfort only, a very slow pace or a route without long road transfers.
This itinerary is frequently requested by travellers from the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, the Netherlands, Japan and Singapore. Many nationalities enter Uzbekistan visa-free or with a simple e-visa; visa rules and required documents are checked individually by citizenship and passport before written confirmation.
Price and how it is calculated
The price is per person and depends on the hotel category, room type and optional services. Price validity and service availability are confirmed in writing for your travel date. Booking directly with CAJ.UZ, a local operator in Tashkent, saves you a minimum of 15% compared to international resellers — there is no middleman margin in the price.
1,152 USD / person
A higher level of city hotels with the same route logic.
+600 USD
Escort tour guide for the full route, if the service is available for your date.
Price table
| Option | Price | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 3* · double / twin room | 957 USD / person | From 2 participants, standard accommodation |
| 3* · single room | 1,077 USD / person | For travellers who prefer a separate room |
| 4* · double / twin room | 1,152 USD / person | A higher level of city hotels |
| 4* · single room | 1,342 USD / person | 4-star category and a separate room |
| Escort tour guide | +600 USD | Optional, for the full route |
Prices are valid until 31.12.2026. The final amount depends on the date, availability, hotel category, the Tashkent → Urgench flight and selected options. Payment does not mean automatic instant confirmation of all services.
What the price includes and what is paid separately
Core services
- accommodation in double rooms with amenities, according to the selected category;
- Tashkent → Urgench economy-class airfare under current tour conditions;
- meals according to the sightseeing programme;
- excursions according to the programme with local English-speaking guides;
- entrance ticket costs;
- air-conditioned transport for the whole route;
- mineral water, 1.5 litres per person per day of the tour;
- photo and video fees at the sights;
- folklore show in Khiva;
- masterclasses in Bukhara and Samarkand;
- visa support to Uzbekistan, if necessary.
Separate expenses
- early check-in and late check-out from hotels;
- personal expenses;
- excess baggage over 20 kg;
- travel insurance;
- Uzbekistan visa fee;
- services not listed as included.
What CAJ.UZ checks
- hotels or equivalent alternatives;
- the Tashkent → Urgench flight and baggage conditions;
- transport and drivers for the long transfers;
- guides, masterclasses and the folklore programme;
- the final voucher with meeting points.
Hotels and comfort level
In the cities, hotels of the selected 3-star or 4-star category are used. Specific hotel names are fixed for your travel date or replaced with equivalent alternatives. The night in the yurt camp is a simpler format: it is part of the desert experience, not a city hotel stay.
Cities
3-star or 4-star
Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand — accommodation according to the selected category and availability.
Desert
Yurt camp
Simpler than city hotels: bring a warm layer, personal toiletries and a readiness for the camp format.
Route and logistics
The route is built to avoid backtracking: first the flight to Urgench and Khiva, then Bukhara, the desert, Samarkand, Shakhrisabz and the return to Tashkent.
| Stage | Place | Why it is on the route |
|---|---|---|
| Start | Tashkent | Arrival, first night and the capital city tour |
| Western block | Urgench → Khiva | Domestic flight and the old town of Ichan-Kala |
| Historic core | Bukhara | Old town, out-of-town sights and the pilaf masterclass |
| Desert | Nurata → yurt camp → Aydarkul | Chashma spring, camels, a night in a yurt and the lake |
| Highlight | Samarkand | Registan, Gur-Emir, Shahi-Zinda and a masterclass |
| Extension | Shakhrisabz | Ak-Saray, Kok-Gumbaz and the Timurid context |
| Finish | Tashkent | Final city tour and the airport transfer |
What you will see
A short overview of the key places on the route, without encyclopedia-style descriptions.
| City / place | Key sights | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Tashkent | Hasti-Imam, Chorsu Bazaar, Mustakillik, Amir Temur Square | The capital: old town and modern centre |
| Khiva | Ichan-Kala, Juma Mosque, Kalta Minor, Tash-Khauli | A compact old town inside fortress walls |
| Bukhara | Ark Fortress, Poi-Kalyan, Lyabi-Khauz, Trading Domes | A walkable old town of the Islamic golden age |
| Nurata | Chashma sacred spring, Nur Fortress | The transition from the cities to the desert |
| Aydarkul | The lake and a picnic lunch | A pause in the natural part of the route |
| Samarkand | Registan, Gur-Emir, Bibi-Khanum, Shahi-Zinda | The main monuments of the Timurid era |
| Shakhrisabz | Ak-Saray, Hazrat Imam, Kok-Gumbaz | The city tied to Amir Timur's legacy |
Detailed programme — 12 days
How to read the programme
- Times: city time intervals are planning timings, not guaranteed to the minute.
- Flights and transfers: final times are stated in the voucher after the schedule and seat availability are checked.
- Order of visits: may change due to opening hours, traffic, weather and group pace.
- Tables: the programme uses the Time / Program / Duration format for easy mobile reading.
Day 1 — Tashkent: arrival, meeting, check-in and dinner
Meals: Dinner.
On arrival — meeting at Tashkent airport and transfer to the hotel.
After check-in — a short briefing about the route and a calm first evening.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| On arrival | Meeting at Tashkent International Airport after passport control and baggage claim. | — |
| After meeting | Transfer to the hotel, help with check-in and luggage within the transport capacity. | 30–45m |
| After check-in | Short rest after the flight and a briefing about the upcoming route. | — |
| Evening | Dinner — the programme starts at a calm pace. | 1–1.5h |
Notes:
- The first day is deliberately light: the programme adapts to your actual arrival time.
- Check-in time depends on hotel policy and booking conditions.
- Final meeting contacts and transfer details are stated in the voucher.
Day 2 — Tashkent city tour → flight to Urgench → Khiva
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Flight information
- Flight: HY 57 Tashkent (TAS) → Urgench (UGC).
- Departure / arrival: 20:40 → 22:10, about 1h 30m in the air; arrival in Khiva around 23:00.
- Status: economy-class airfare is included under current tour conditions.
- Important: the flight time, fare and baggage conditions are confirmed for your travel date and stated in the final voucher.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel, check-out with luggage.
09:00 Meet your local English-speaking guide. Start of the Tashkent city tour.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:20 | Hasti-Imam Square — the religious heart of old Tashkent: Muyi-Muborak, Tilla Sheikh, Barak Khan and the Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum. | 1h 20m |
| 10:35–11:05 | Kukeldash Madrasah — a historic madrasah near the old trading hub of the city. | 30m |
| 11:10–12:10 | Chorsu Bazaar — the lively market life of old Tashkent. | 1h |
| 12:20–13:10 | Lunch break — according to the programme or at a place recommended by the guide. | 50m |
| 13:20–14:00 | Mustakillik (Independence) Square — the modern centre of the capital. | 40m |
| 14:15–15:00 | Amir Temur Square and the Timurid Museum — the city centre and the historical context of the Timurid era. | 45m |
| 17:30–18:30 | Early dinner at Anjir cafe in Tashkent before the flight. | 1h |
| 18:30 | Transfer to Tashkent airport for the evening flight to Urgench. | 30–45m |
| 20:40 | Flight HY 57 Tashkent (TAS) → Urgench (UGC) departs. | 1h 30m |
| 22:10 | Arrival in Urgench, meeting with the driver at the airport. | — |
| ≈23:00 | Arrival in Khiva and late hotel check-in. | 40–50m on the road |
Notes:
- The HY 57 timing (20:40 → 22:10, arrival in Khiva around 23:00) is the current schedule shown for planning; the final times for your date are stated in the voucher.
- The order of visits in Tashkent may change due to traffic, opening hours and the departure time.
- The airport transfer is planned according to the confirmed flight.
Day 3 — Khiva: Ichan-Kala walking tour and folklore show
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with a folklore show.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet your local English-speaking guide in the hotel lobby. Start of the walking tour inside Ichan-Kala.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:30 | Kalta Minor — the unfinished minaret and one of the symbols of Khiva. | 30m |
| 09:35–10:10 | Kunya-Ark — the old khans' citadel and the Ak-Sheikh-Bobo bastion. | 35m |
| 10:20–10:50 | Juma Mosque — a prayer hall with wooden columns from different eras. | 30m |
| 11:00–11:35 | Pakhlavan Mahmud Complex — an important spiritual and architectural centre of Khiva. | 35m |
| 11:45–12:15 | Shergazi Khan Madrasah — a historic school building in the old town. | 30m |
| 12:30–13:30 | Lunch break — according to the programme or at a place recommended by the guide. | 1h |
| 13:40–14:15 | Islam Khoja Minaret and Madrasah — the vertical landmark of old Khiva. | 35m |
| 14:25–15:00 | Tash-Khauli Palace — a residence with courtyards, ornaments and khans' architecture. | 35m |
| 15:10–15:30 | Anusha Khan Bathhouse — part of the historic urban infrastructure. | 20m |
| Evening | Dinner and folklore show in Khiva. | 1.5–2h |
Notes:
- This is mainly a walking day; the old town has uneven surfaces and steps.
- Comfortable shoes, a hat and water are recommended in the warm season.
- The order of visits may change due to opening hours and group pace.
Day 4 — Khiva → Bukhara across the Kyzylkum and the Amudarya
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel and departure from Khiva with luggage.
Meet your driver. Road transfer to Bukhara across the desert section of the route.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Departure from Khiva towards Bukhara. | — |
| Daytime | Drive across the Kyzylkum Desert — a long road day between Khorezm and Bukhara. | — |
| En route | Stop at the Amudarya River — a short photo pause, if the road logistics allow. | 20–30m |
| Late afternoon | Arrival in Bukhara, hotel check-in. | — |
| Evening | Evening walk around Lyabi-Khauz and dinner according to the programme. | 1.5–2h |
Notes:
- This is a long road transfer; comfortable clothing and water are important.
- Driving time depends on road conditions, stops and the weather.
- The evening walk in Bukhara may be shortened if arrival is late.
Day 5 — Bukhara: walking tour of the old town
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet your local English-speaking guide in the hotel lobby. Start of the walking city tour.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:40 | Samanid Mausoleum — early Islamic brick architecture. | 40m |
| 09:45–10:10 | Chashma-Ayub — a mausoleum and spring site in the old part of the city. | 25m |
| 10:20–10:40 | Bolo-Khauz Mosque — an iwan with carved wooden columns. | 20m |
| 10:45–11:30 | Ark Fortress — the former residence of the Bukhara emirs. | 45m |
| 11:45–12:45 | Poi-Kalyan Complex — the Kalyan Minaret, the Kalyan Mosque and the Miri-Arab Madrasah. | 1h |
🍽 Lunch Break
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch break at a convenient point of the route — according to the programme or as recommended by the guide. | 1h |
Afternoon Route
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 14:10–14:40 | Trading Domes — the old covered bazaars of Bukhara. | 30m |
| 14:50–15:20 | Ulugbek and Abdulaziz Khan Madrasahs — two eras of Bukhara architecture facing each other. | 30m |
| 15:30–15:55 | Bukhara Synagogue — part of the city's multi-faith history. | 25m |
| 16:05–16:50 | Lyabi-Khauz — the ensemble around the old pond with the Kukeldash Madrasah, the Khanaka and Nadir Divan-Begi. | 45m |
| Evening | Dinner in Bukhara according to the programme. | 1–1.5h |
Notes:
- The walking level is moderate to long; the exact distance depends on the final visit order.
- The lunch break is placed at a natural midpoint of the route.
- The order of visits may change due to opening hours and group pace.
Day 6 — Bukhara: out-of-town sights and the pilaf masterclass
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with a masterclass.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet your guide and driver. Departure to the sights around Bukhara.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–09:30 | Chor-Minor — the unusual building with four towers. | 30m |
| 10:00–11:00 | Bahauddin Naqshband Complex — a major Sufi centre of the region. | 1h |
| 11:30–12:30 | Sitorai-Mokhi-Khosa — the country palace of the last Bukhara emir. | 1h |
| 12:45–13:30 | Chor-Bakr — the necropolis outside the city. | 45m |
| Afternoon | Free time in Bukhara. | — |
| Evening | Dinner with a Bukhara pilaf masterclass. | 1.5–2h |
Notes:
- The day combines vehicle transfers with short walking sections.
- Timing may change due to traffic and the opening hours of the out-of-town sights.
- The masterclass is part of the programme; the format and venue are fixed for your travel date.
Day 7 — Bukhara → Nurata → yurt camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel, check-out with luggage.
Meet your driver. Road transfer towards the yurt camp with a stop in Nurata.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Departure from Bukhara towards Nurata. | — |
| Daytime | Nurata and the Chashma sacred spring — a pilgrimage site with a spring-fed pond full of fish. | 1h |
| Daytime | Nur Fortress — the historic stronghold above the settlement, linked to Alexander the Great. | 30–40m |
| Lunch | Lunch in a local home — according to the programme. | 1h |
| Afternoon | Transfer to the yurt camp in the desert zone. | — |
| Late afternoon | Check-in at the yurt camp and a camel ride according to the programme. | — |
| Evening | Dinner by the campfire and a night in the yurt camp under the desert sky. | — |
Notes:
- The yurt camp is simpler than city hotels: it is part of the desert experience, not a 3-star/4-star hotel format.
- Desert temperatures can vary between day and night; bring a warm layer of clothing.
- Comfortable shoes, personal toiletries and a small day pack are recommended.
Day 8 — Yurt camp → Aydarkul Lake → Samarkand
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic lunch, Dinner.
Breakfast at the yurt camp.
Meet your driver. Transfer to Samarkand with a stop at Aydarkul Lake.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Departure from the yurt camp. | — |
| Daytime | Aydarkul Lake — a stop at the lake, rest and a picnic lunch according to the programme. | 1.5–2h |
| Afternoon | Transfer to Samarkand. | — |
| Evening | Arrival in Samarkand, hotel check-in. | — |
| Evening | Dinner in Samarkand according to the programme. | 1–1.5h |
Notes:
- Swimming at Aydarkul depends on the season, weather and local conditions.
- This is a road day after the night in the yurt; comfortable clothing matters.
- Arrival time in Samarkand depends on road conditions and the length of stops.
Day 9 — Samarkand: city tour and the kazan-kebab masterclass
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner with a masterclass.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Meet your local English-speaking guide. Start of the Samarkand city tour.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00–10:20 | Registan Square — the symbol of Samarkand with the Ulugbek, Sherdor and Tilla-Kori madrasahs. | 1h 20m |
| 10:35–11:15 | Gur-Emir — the mausoleum of Amir Timur. | 40m |
| 11:30–12:10 | Bibi-Khanum Mosque — the grand historic mosque. | 40m |
| 12:15–13:00 | Siab Bazaar — spices, sweets, fresh bread and the city's market life. | 45m |
| 13:00–14:00 | Lunch break — according to the programme or at a place recommended by the guide. | 1h |
Afternoon Route
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 14:15–15:15 | Shahi-Zinda — the necropolis with its narrow street of mausoleums. | 1h |
| 15:25–15:50 | Hazrat-Khizr Mosque — the mosque on the hill. | 25m |
| 16:00–16:30 | Khoja Daniyar Mausoleum — the site linked to the legend of the prophet Daniel. | 30m |
| 16:45–17:25 | Ulugbek Observatory — the scientific legacy of the Timurids. | 40m |
| Evening | Dinner in a private home with a kazan-kebab masterclass. | 1.5–2h |
Notes:
- The walking level is moderate, but the day is full.
- The order of visits may change due to opening hours, traffic and group pace.
- Allow extra time for photos at Registan, Shahi-Zinda and Gur-Emir.
Day 10 — Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Samarkand
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.
Meet your guide/driver. Day trip to Shakhrisabz.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Departure from Samarkand to Shakhrisabz. | — |
| Daytime | Ak-Saray Palace — the remains of Amir Timur's palace. | 45m |
| Daytime | Hazrat Imam Mosque and the city's memorial complex with the tomb built for Amir Timur. | 40m |
| Daytime | Kok-Gumbaz — the blue-domed mosque. | 35m |
| After the tour | Return to Samarkand. | — |
| Evening | Dinner in Samarkand according to the programme. | 1–1.5h |
Notes:
- This is a road day out of Samarkand and back.
- Driving time depends on the road, weather and local logistics.
- The order of visits in Shakhrisabz may change.
Day 11 — Samarkand → Tashkent and the capital city tour
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner.
Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Tashkent. The planned road time is approximately 3–4 hours; the actual time depends on the route and traffic.
After arrival — check-in, a short rest and the continuation of the Tashkent city tour.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Morning | Road transfer Samarkand → Tashkent. | approx. 3–4h |
| After arrival | Hotel check-in and a short rest. | — |
| Daytime | Friendship of Peoples Square and the Abdulkasim Sheikh Mausoleum with its craft workshops. | 45m |
| Daytime | Museum of Applied Arts — ceramics, woodcarving, textiles and decorative traditions. | 45m |
| Daytime | Monument of Courage — the memorial to the 1966 earthquake. | 20m |
| Daytime | Alisher Navoi Opera and Ballet Theatre and the central part of the city. | 30m |
| Daytime | Tashkent Metro — the Alisher Navoi and Kosmonavtlar stations according to the programme. | 35m |
| Late afternoon | Amir Temur Square and Sayilgoh Street — a walk through the city centre. | 40m |
| Evening | Dinner in Tashkent according to the programme. | 1–1.5h |
Notes:
- The day combines a road transfer with a city tour; the programme adapts to the actual arrival time.
- The order of sights in Tashkent depends on traffic and opening hours.
- The Samarkand → Tashkent transfer time is a planning estimate; the final format is fixed in the voucher.
Day 12 — Tashkent: transfer to the airport
Meals: Breakfast.
Breakfast at the hotel and check-out.
Meet your driver in the hotel lobby. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport.
| Time | Program | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| By departure time | Breakfast at the hotel, if the flight time allows. | — |
| By departure time | Check-out and meeting with the driver. | — |
| By departure time | Transfer to Tashkent International Airport. | 30–45m |
| After the transfer | End of tour services. | — |
Notes:
- The transfer time is calculated according to your international flight.
- A breakfast box depends on hotel policy in case of an early departure.
- An extra night in Tashkent or a route extension is priced separately.
Yurt camp, Aydarkul and the desert section
- Yurt: the accommodation is simpler than city hotels — that is exactly what makes the desert part of the route an experience.
- Kyzylkum: temperatures can swing between day and night, so bring a warm layer of clothing.
- Aydarkul: swimming is possible only when the season, weather and local conditions allow.
- What to bring: comfortable shoes, a hat, sun protection, personal toiletries and a small day pack.
Online booking, payment, confirmation and refunds
How the order works
- You can book the tour via /en/buy/7.
- Payment creates an order in the system, but the booking becomes confirmed only after CAJ.UZ sends written confirmation.
- CAJ.UZ checks traveller details, hotels, the Tashkent → Urgench flight, transport, guides and route services.
- Written confirmation may be sent by email or WhatsApp.
Payment methods
- Visa / Mastercard via the official CAJ.UZ payment pages.
- Bank transfer — by invoice or bank details.
- Cash — only after written confirmation.
- CAJ.UZ never asks for your full card number or CVV in WhatsApp, email or chat.
Cancellation and refunds
- 24 hours or more before the start, CAJ.UZ does not charge a cancellation fee for its own service.
- Less than 24 hours before the start, cancellation fees may apply.
- Air tickets, special fares and already secured supplier services may affect the refundable amount.
- An approved refund goes to the original payer and the original payment method.
Useful pages: online payment · booking terms · cancellation & refunds
Why CAJ.UZ
- 30 years of experience: Central Asia Journeys is a licensed Silk Road tour operator working since 1996 (License T-0292-14).
- Rated 4.8 / 5 on Google: see our Google reviews from travellers.
- Direct local price: booking directly with a local operator saves you a minimum of 15% versus international resellers.
- Local operator: CAJ.UZ works from Tashkent and coordinates the route on the ground.
- One logistics chain: hotels, guides, transport, the flight, the yurt camp and the masterclasses are managed as one service flow.
- Written confirmation: the final hotels, meeting points, flight and services are fixed in your documents for the selected date.
How to book this 12-day tour
Booking steps
- Choose your date, the number of travellers, the hotel category and room type.
- Submit a request via /en/buy/7 or write to us on WhatsApp.
- CAJ.UZ checks availability, the Tashkent → Urgench flight, hotels, transport and services.
- After payment, your order is created in the system.
- Final confirmation, the voucher, meeting points and programme details are sent in writing.
Ready to check your dates?
The tour runs year-round on request — any start date can be checked. Send us your date, the number of travellers, the hotel category and room types. We will check availability and the final price.
Phone / WhatsApp: +998 90 922 30 73
FAQ — 12-Day Uzbekistan Tour
Short answers to the questions that most often influence the booking decision.
How many days is this Uzbekistan tour?
The tour lasts 12 days / 11 nights.
Which cities and places are included?
The route includes Tashkent, Urgench, Khiva, Bukhara, Nurata, a desert yurt camp, Aydarkul Lake, Samarkand, Shakhrisabz and the return to Tashkent.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts in Tashkent and finishes with a transfer to Tashkent International Airport.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private cultural tour from 2 participants. Fixed group departure dates are not promised.
What accommodation options are available?
There are 3-star and 4-star hotel options, with double/twin or single rooms. The night in the yurt camp is a simpler format than the city hotels.
What is the difference between the 3-star and 4-star options?
The route and the core programme stay the same. The difference is the category of city hotels and room comfort; specific hotels are fixed for your travel date.
What is included in the price?
The price includes accommodation in the selected category, the Tashkent → Urgench economy flight, meals according to the programme, excursions with local English-speaking guides, entrance tickets, air-conditioned transport for the route, water, photo and video fees, the folklore show in Khiva, the masterclasses in Bukhara and Samarkand and visa support if necessary.
What is not included?
Early check-in and late check-out, personal expenses, excess baggage over 20 kg, travel insurance and the Uzbekistan visa fee are not included.
Is the Tashkent → Urgench flight included?
Yes, under current tour conditions the Tashkent → Urgench economy-class airfare is included. The exact flight time is confirmed for your travel date.
Is the exact flight time guaranteed?
No. The flight time is not guaranteed in advance for all dates. The final departure and transfer times are stated in the voucher after the schedule and seat availability are checked.
Are entrance tickets included?
Yes. Entrance tickets are included according to the sightseeing programme.
Are meals included?
Yes, meals are included according to the sightseeing programme. Each day of the programme shows its actual meal plan.
Which lunches are included according to the programme?
Lunches are included only on the days where the programme states them directly: lunch in a local home near Nurata and the picnic lunch at Aydarkul. On other days, a lunch break is placed at a convenient point of the route.
What guides work on the route?
Local English-speaking city guides work according to the programme. The driver and the escort guide are different roles.
Can I request an escort guide for the full route?
Yes. An escort guide for the full route is an optional service for 600 USD.
What other guide languages are available?
Tours on this route are conducted with local English-speaking guides by default. German, Spanish, Italian, French, Turkish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Russian are available on request and subject to guide availability.
What is the yurt camp night like?
It is a night in a desert yurt camp with a simpler comfort level than city hotels. Bring a warm layer of clothing, comfortable shoes and personal toiletries.
Can travellers swim at Aydarkul Lake?
Swimming is possible only when the season, weather, water level and local conditions allow. It should not be treated as a guaranteed service on any day of the year.
Is this tour suitable for first-time travellers to Uzbekistan?
Yes. The route works very well for a first visit: it links the main Silk Road cities with the desert, the yurt camp, Aydarkul and Shakhrisabz.
How physically difficult is the route?
The physical level is moderate. There are walking tours in the old cities, long road transfers and one night in a yurt camp, so comfortable shoes are essential.
Is visa support included?
Yes, visa support is included if necessary.
Is the visa fee included?
No. The Uzbekistan visa fee is not included in the tour price.
Can I book this tour online?
Yes. The tour can be booked online via /en/buy/7.
Can I pay by VISA or Mastercard?
Yes. VISA / Mastercard payments are available via the official CAJ.UZ payment pages; bank transfer and cash payment are also possible if agreed in writing.
Does payment mean instant confirmation of all services?
No. Payment creates an order. The booking is considered confirmed after traveller details, hotels, guides, transport, the air ticket and other services are checked, and after CAJ.UZ sends written confirmation.
What happens after online payment?
CAJ.UZ checks traveller details and service availability, secures the hotels, guides, transport and the air ticket, then sends written confirmation, the voucher and final details by email or WhatsApp.
What happens if the flight schedule changes?
Transfers and the order of the day are adjusted to the confirmed schedule. The final times are stated in the voucher.
Can the route or the hotel category be changed?
Yes — the route, hotel category, extra nights and individual services can be changed on request. In that case the price is recalculated.
Can I cancel and get a refund?
24 hours or more before the tour starts, CAJ.UZ does not charge a cancellation fee for its own service. Less than 24 hours before the start, fees may apply; air tickets, special fares and supplier services may be partly or fully non-refundable.
What should I bring for the yurt camp and the desert section?
Comfortable shoes, a warm layer for the evening, a hat, sunglasses, personal toiletries, a power bank or charger and a small day pack are recommended.
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Price for 1 pax
Accommodation in 3* Hotel / Valid from 2 people
Double/twin room
$957
Single room
$1,077
Accommodation in 4* Hotel
Double/twin room
$1,152
Single room
$1,342
Escort tour guide
$600
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Prices valid until: 31.12.2026