Uzbekistan Tour Packages
Uzbekistan is the jewel of the Silk Road. Samarkand's Registan square is lined with blue-tiled madrasas, Bukhara's old town has hundreds of monuments, and Khiva is a walled city frozen in time.
Uzbekistan at a glance
- RegionCentral Asia & the Caucasus
- CapitalTashkent
- Time zone30 minutes behind India
- Driving sideRight
- Calling code+998
- CurrencyUzbekistani som (UZS)
- LanguagesUzbek, Russian
- Power plugsTypes C and F · 220 V
Best time to visit: April to June; September to October
Top Uzbekistan travel packages
A few of our Uzbekistan itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Cultural holidaysTashkent · Samarkand · Bukhara · KhivaUzbekistan Silk Road8 Days | 7 Nights
Family holidaysTashkent · SamarkandTashkent, Chimgan & Samarkand6 Days | 5 Nights
Multi-country toursTashkent · Samarkand · Almaty · BishkekUzbekistan, Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan9 Days | 8 Nights
Cultural holidaysTashkent · SamarkandTashkent & Samarkand Short Break5 Days | 4 NightsEssential tips for travelling to Uzbekistan
Uzbekistani som (UZS). Carry some local currency for markets, small shops and tips, and ask your bank about international card charges before you travel.
Around 10% is appreciated.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
Types C and F · 220 V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit; carry an adapter for three-pin chargers.
102 (police), 103 (ambulance)
Languages spoken: Uzbek, Russian.
The Afrosiyob high-speed train connects Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara. Khiva is reached by a domestic flight to Urgench.
We work with our own tied-up partner company in Uzbekistan, so your guides, drivers, hotels and transfers are arranged by people who live there, with local support throughout your trip.
Uzbek food is meat-heavy but vegetarians can manage with bread, salads, rice and dairy; we brief restaurants in advance.
Bargain gently in bazaars; prices for suzani embroidery vary widely.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
Where is Uzbekistan?
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Everything you need to know about Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is the jewel of the Silk Road. Samarkand's Registan square is lined with blue-tiled madrasas, Bukhara's old town has hundreds of monuments, and Khiva is a walled city frozen in time. The cultural links with India go back to Babur, founder of the Mughal Empire, who was born in the Fergana Valley.
We plan trips to 4 destinations in Uzbekistan: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva. Highlights include Khast Imam Complex, Registan, Kalyan Minaret and Mosque and Itchan Kala. Local food worth trying: Plov, Samsa, Shashlik and Non bread. Our Uzbekistan itineraries run from 5 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
April to June; September to October. Pleasant days for walking old cities; summers are very hot.
Getting around
The Afrosiyob high-speed train connects Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara. Khiva is reached by a domestic flight to Urgench.
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
8D / 7NTashkent · Samarkand · Bukhara · KhivaUzbekistan Silk Road
Tashkent, the Registan in Samarkand, Bukhara's old town and walled Khiva, linked by high-speed train.
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5D / 4NTashkent · SamarkandTashkent & Samarkand Short Break
Tashkent's Khast Imam complex, Chorsu Bazaar and metro, then the Afrosiyob train to Samarkand for the Registan, Shah-i-Zinda and Timur's tomb.
View itinerary →6D / 5NTashkent · SamarkandTashkent, Chimgan & Samarkand
Tashkent with a day in the Chimgan mountains and Charvak Lake, then Samarkand's blue-tiled madrasas by high-speed train.
View itinerary →9D / 8NTashkent · Samarkand · Almaty · BishkekUzbekistan, Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan
Three Central Asian countries in one trip: Tashkent and Samarkand on the Silk Road, Almaty's mountains, and Bishkek with the Ala-Archa gorge.
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Places to visit in Uzbekistan
UzbekistanTashkent
Tashkent, Uzbekistan's capital and the gateway for direct flights from Delhi, mixes Soviet-era boulevards with a restored old quarter.
UzbekistanSamarkand
Samarkand was Timur's capital and is the most famous city of the Silk Road.
UzbekistanBukhara
Bukhara's old town is a living museum of more than 140 monuments, from the Kalyan Minaret that even Genghis Khan spared to covered trading domes, caravanserais and the Lyabi-Hauz pool where locals still gather under mulberry trees in the evening.
UzbekistanKhiva
Khiva's walled inner city, Itchan Kala, is a UNESCO-listed maze of mud-brick walls, minarets and palaces that feels frozen in time.
Top attractions in Uzbekistan
Cultural experiences in Uzbekistan
Heritage and landmarks
Experiences
- Plov cooking class
- Carpet and suzani workshops
- Folk show in a madrasa courtyard
- Wood-carving and silk workshops
On the menuFood to try
- Plov
- Samsa
- Shashlik
- Non bread
- Samarkand non
- Halva
- Bukhara plov
- Shurpa soup
- Green tea and sweets
- Shivit oshi (green dill noodles)
- Tukhum barak dumplings
Outdoor activities in Uzbekistan
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Uzbekistan: April to June; September to October. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Uzbekistan travel tips
Visa and entry
Entry rules for Indian passport holders change, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-visa schemes, so confirm the current rules on the official government or embassy website for Uzbekistan before booking flights. Most countries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. We check the current requirements when we prepare your quote; we cannot guarantee visa approval.
Health and safety
Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation; healthcare abroad can be expensive. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. For current safety advice, check the travel advisories published by the Government of India and the embassy in Uzbekistan.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Uzbekistani som (UZS). Around 10% is appreciated.
Best time to visit
April to June; September to October. Pleasant days for walking old cities; summers are very hot.
Getting around
The Afrosiyob high-speed train connects Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara. Khiva is reached by a domestic flight to Urgench.
Local etiquette
- Dress modestly at temples, churches and mosques, and remove footwear where asked.
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees for religious sites and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Indian mobile operators sell international roaming packs, or you can buy a local SIM or eSIM on arrival with your passport. Check that your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM before you travel.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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