A magical journey to the legendary towns of the ancient Silk Road, such as Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent. On this trip you will discover the impressive beauty of the Islamic architecture of the Orient. You immerse yourself in the velvet colours of Central Asia and enjoy the relaxed, enjoyable eating and drinking culture of the region. But modern life has also come to Uzbekistan, with Tashkent, an example of a modern town – our starting point for your journey into magical Uzbekistan.
Step into the world of One Thousand and One Nights as you journey through Uzbekistan’s legendary Silk Road cities, where majestic mosques, dazzling bazaars, and ancient madrasas bring history to life.
✔ Discover Iconic Silk Road Cities – Explore Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand, each with its own rich history and architectural wonders.
✔ Marvel at Timeless Islamic Art & Culture – Admire the Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and ancient caravanserais.
✔ A Journey Through Desert & Oasis – Travel across the Kyzylkum Desert, stopping at fortresses, bazaars, and historic mausoleums.
✔ Authentic Local Experiences – Taste Uzbek cuisine, visit silk-paper workshops, and engage with centuries-old traditions.
📌 Experience the magic of Uzbekistan – Book Your Adventure Today! 🚀
Fly with Turkish Airlines or others, depending on your flight connection, to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Flight time is about 7 hours. Your tour guide will meet you at the international airport and accompany you to your Hotel. One overnight stay in Tashkent.
Today we go to the old town and visit historical complex Khast Imam. In the large square you will see Tilla-Sheikh Mosque, Barakkhan Madrasa and Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum as well as the library in which the oldest Koran in the world is kept. Then we go to the Chorsu Bazaar, which was already well-known in the Middle Ages and stood at the crossroads of the caravansaries of the Great Silk Road. In the afternoon we will walk through the modern town and visit Independence Square and Amir Timur Park.
In the evening, we fly to Urgench. Transfer to the hotel in Khiva, about 35km from Urgench. Typical local dish for dinner. Two overnight stays in Khiva.
Visit to Ichan Kala («the inner town citadel» of Khiva). It still looks as historical as it did centuries ago. It is one of the few preserved places in Central Asia where one can imagine life as it was in the time of Khanate. The famous buildings of Central Asia, which have long become landmarks are to be found in Ichan Kala (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Walking around the historic centre, you will admire the Oriental ornaments and turquoise tiles of the richly decorated buildings, and will understand why the old town of Khiva, “Ichan Kala”, is called an “open-air museum”.
Impressive trip through the vegetated „Kyzylkum “(«Red Sand») desert and the vast steppe to Bukhara (approx. 420 km). On the way, we will have lunch break in an Uzbek «Roadhouse». In the late evening we arrive in Bukhara and you have time to explore Bukhara by yourself. Dinner in a local restaurant. Two overnight stays in Bukhara.
Excursion in the old town starts with the Mausoleum of Ismail Samani. Then we visit Chashmai Ayub Mausoleum. After we will wander around the old town where you will feel transported to the world of the stories from ‘One Thousand and One Nights’. It is hard to believe that, just like 100 years ago, teaching and learning still takes place in the mosques and madrasas, such as the Miri Arab madrasa. You will admire the «classic» architectural complex Lyabi Khauz with its trading domes and several mosques, madrasas as well as the dervish monastery Khanaka in the old town, and will understand the honorary title «noble town».
We drive on to Samarkand, the town of the stories in 1001 nights (UNESCO World Heritage Site). In the Middle Ages, this was considered to be one of the most beautiful towns in the world and still today it has lost none of its charm. On the way, we will visit the Rabbati Malik Caravansaray and Sardoba (water reservoir).
Then we go to one of the visiting cards of Uzbekistan, the famous Registan Square with its three unique medrasas Ulughbek, Sherdor and Tillya Kori. We will also visit a palace-like mausoleum Guri Emir of the ruler Timur. One overnight stay in Samarkand.
Excursion to the papermaking factory of Samarkand, where silk paper has been produced since 2005 using the technology of 8th century. Then we visit Ulugbek Observatory, once the greatest research centre in Central Asia, and Shakhi Zinda Necropolis, the grave complex «living king», where today Timur’s family members are buried. We go to the largest mosque in Central Asia Bibi Khanym. Then we walk to Siyob Bazaar, which is just next to the mosque. The selection of dry fruits alone is very impressive.
At 18:00 h, we take a fast train "Afrosiyob" to Tashkent. Dinner in Tashkent. One overnight stay in Tashkent.
Early morning flight home.
End of the Colourful Uzbekistan Tour.
Included in the standard price :
- Round trip / excursions and transfers in air-conditioned vehicles, typical for the country
- Inland flight Tashkent - Urgench
- Journey with the fast train „Afrosiyob “Samarkand - Tashkent in Economy-Class
- Overnight stays in middle-class hotels (country category) in double room
- Sightseeing programme including admission fees according to tour description
- Half-board according to travel programme (breakfast, dinner)
- Local, English-speaking travel guide from/to Tashkent Airport
Not included in the standard price :
- International flights
- Photo/video fees
- Tips for travel guide and drivers
- Visa fees
Thank you very much for your interest in our travel services—we truly appreciate it!
With us, you will embark on some of the most unforgettable journeys of your life.
Simply send us your travel request, and we will tailor an itinerary based on your preferences. We take a flexible, personalized approach to ensure your trip meets your exact needs.
Once we receive your request, you will receive a response within 24 hours.
For a quicker reply, feel free to contact us via WhatsApp: +99893 352 00 44.
We look forward to planning your dream trip!
Your DOCA TOURS Team.
Included in the standard price :
- Round trip / excursions and transfers in air-conditioned vehicles, typical for the country
- Inland flight Tashkent - Urgench
- Journey with the fast train „Afrosiyob “Samarkand - Tashkent in Economy-Class
- Overnight stays in middle-class hotels (country category) in double room
- Sightseeing programme including admission fees according to tour description
- Half-board according to travel programme (breakfast, dinner)
- Local, English-speaking travel guide from/to Tashkent Airport
Not included in the standard price :
- International flights
- Photo/video fees
- Tips for travel guide and drivers
- Visa fees
Thank you very much for your interest in our travel services—we truly appreciate it!
With us, you will embark on some of the most unforgettable journeys of your life.
Simply send us your travel request, and we will tailor an itinerary based on your preferences. We take a flexible, personalized approach to ensure your trip meets your exact needs.
Once we receive your request, you will receive a response within 24 hours.
For a quicker reply, feel free to contact us via WhatsApp: +99893 352 00 44.
We look forward to planning your dream trip!
Your DOCA TOURS Team.
Fly with Turkish Airlines or others, depending on your flight connection, to Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan. Flight time is about 7 hours. Your tour guide will meet you at the international airport and accompany you to your Hotel. One overnight stay in Tashkent.
Today we go to the old town and visit historical complex Khast Imam. In the large square you will see Tilla-Sheikh Mosque, Barakkhan Madrasa and Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum as well as the library in which the oldest Koran in the world is kept. Then we go to the Chorsu Bazaar, which was already well-known in the Middle Ages and stood at the crossroads of the caravansaries of the Great Silk Road. In the afternoon we will walk through the modern town and visit Independence Square and Amir Timur Park.
In the evening, we fly to Urgench. Transfer to the hotel in Khiva, about 35km from Urgench. Typical local dish for dinner. Two overnight stays in Khiva.
Visit to Ichan Kala («the inner town citadel» of Khiva). It still looks as historical as it did centuries ago. It is one of the few preserved places in Central Asia where one can imagine life as it was in the time of Khanate. The famous buildings of Central Asia, which have long become landmarks are to be found in Ichan Kala (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Walking around the historic centre, you will admire the Oriental ornaments and turquoise tiles of the richly decorated buildings, and will understand why the old town of Khiva, “Ichan Kala”, is called an “open-air museum”.
Impressive trip through the vegetated „Kyzylkum “(«Red Sand») desert and the vast steppe to Bukhara (approx. 420 km). On the way, we will have lunch break in an Uzbek «Roadhouse». In the late evening we arrive in Bukhara and you have time to explore Bukhara by yourself. Dinner in a local restaurant. Two overnight stays in Bukhara.
Excursion in the old town starts with the Mausoleum of Ismail Samani. Then we visit Chashmai Ayub Mausoleum. After we will wander around the old town where you will feel transported to the world of the stories from ‘One Thousand and One Nights’. It is hard to believe that, just like 100 years ago, teaching and learning still takes place in the mosques and madrasas, such as the Miri Arab madrasa. You will admire the «classic» architectural complex Lyabi Khauz with its trading domes and several mosques, madrasas as well as the dervish monastery Khanaka in the old town, and will understand the honorary title «noble town».
We drive on to Samarkand, the town of the stories in 1001 nights (UNESCO World Heritage Site). In the Middle Ages, this was considered to be one of the most beautiful towns in the world and still today it has lost none of its charm. On the way, we will visit the Rabbati Malik Caravansaray and Sardoba (water reservoir).
Then we go to one of the visiting cards of Uzbekistan, the famous Registan Square with its three unique medrasas Ulughbek, Sherdor and Tillya Kori. We will also visit a palace-like mausoleum Guri Emir of the ruler Timur. One overnight stay in Samarkand.
Excursion to the papermaking factory of Samarkand, where silk paper has been produced since 2005 using the technology of 8th century. Then we visit Ulugbek Observatory, once the greatest research centre in Central Asia, and Shakhi Zinda Necropolis, the grave complex «living king», where today Timur’s family members are buried. We go to the largest mosque in Central Asia Bibi Khanym. Then we walk to Siyob Bazaar, which is just next to the mosque. The selection of dry fruits alone is very impressive.
At 18:00 h, we take a fast train "Afrosiyob" to Tashkent. Dinner in Tashkent. One overnight stay in Tashkent.
Early morning flight home.
End of the Colourful Uzbekistan Tour.
