Option for groups of 4 or more.

Tashkent - Samarkand - Lake Aydarkul - Djizzakh Desert - Yurt Camp - Bukhara - Khiva

This travel proposal is ideal for discovering Uzbekistan in the summer and enjoying the experience as a couple, with family, or with friends. You will learn the secrets of the Silk Road, experience the contrasts of this fascinating country, uncover a secret in the mystical city of Bukhara, witness the authentic lifestyle in Khiva, and most excitingly, experience the nomadic way of life in yurt camps, sleeping in one and ending the day around a campfire under a starry sky where the Milky Way will be closer than ever.

Summer in Uzbekistan
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10 Days / 9 Nights Best price found on 6/9/27 Departure airport: Madrid - Barajas (MAD)

Circuit details

  • Scheduled international flights.
  • Transfer from Tashkent airport to hotel in Tashkent.
  • Transfer from Khiva hotel to Urgench airport.
  • Air-conditioned transportation.
  • 8 nights' accommodation (one night in a shared yurt camp).
  • Daily breakfast.
  • 1 picnic lunch and 1 dinner at the yurt camp.
  • Spanish-speaking guide during visits.
  • Entrance fees to monuments, museums, and historical sites (unless otherwise specified in the itinerary).
  • Plus travel assistance insurance.

-Visa processing (currently free for tourists with Spanish nationality).

-Lunches and dinners not specified as included.

-Drinks.

-Personal expenses.

-Tips for guides, drivers, and porters at hotels (€45 per person, payable locally).

-Optional insurance.

-Early check-in or late check-out.

-Permits and taxes at historical sites for taking photographs (payable locally).

-Any other service not specified as included.

-Flights: Once tickets have been issued, they are non-refundable. Name change not allowed.

-Ground Services:

  *From the moment of confirmation, €30 per reservation.

  *Up to 46 days prior to tour departure: Cancellation free of charge.

  *Between 45 and 31 days prior to tour departure: 30% penalty of the total amount.

*Between 30 and 21 days prior to tour departure: 60% penalty of the total amount.

  *Between 20 and 3 days prior to tour departure: 70% penalty of the total amount.

  *Within 48 hours prior to tour departure: 100 % penalty.

  *In case of NO SHOW: 100% penalty.



-Guaranteed departures from 4 passengers (according to the published schedule).

-The order of visits may vary, but the trip's content will always be maintained.

-Possible changes to accommodations: If it is not possible to confirm the planned hotels for any of the departures, an alternative will be offered to the client depending on availability.

-Hotels: Hotels in Uzbekistan are very basic, almost all low-rise buildings without elevators. Hotel categories are based on Uzbek regulations, with most hotels being privately managed and without stars. The quality of the hotels does not correspond to European standards. As a general rule, hotel rooms will be available from 2:00 PM and must be vacated by 12:00 PM on the day of departure. Triple rooms: Triple rooms are practically nonexistent in Uzbekistan; they will always be double rooms and at most will have a rollaway bed or sofa bed for the third person, so we do not recommend them for three adults. Packing tips: We recommend light and comfortable clothing, such as shirts, cotton suits, sun hats, and comfortable shoes for walking in summer. Sunscreen is also recommended. When visiting certain monuments and places of worship, we recommend that tourists wear clothing that covers the head, legs, and arms, especially women.

-Luggage: In case of delay or loss of luggage by the airlines, it is the passenger's responsibility to manage the claim and contact the airline directly to arrange for delivery or any applicable compensation. In Uzbekistan, you must go to the airport to retrieve delayed or lost luggage (unlike in Europe, where the airline takes care of delivering it to the passenger's hotel). Luxotour will not be responsible for any claims related to lost, delayed, or damaged luggage.

-People with reduced mobility: Many places, hotels, and transportation options are not wheelchair accessible. Please check and notify us before making your reservation. Any additional expenses for assistance required during the tour will be the responsibility of the client. Special Dietary Requirements: Food intolerances (allergies, celiac disease, vegetarian, etc.) must be communicated before arrival in Uzbekistan. However, it is not possible to guarantee any special diet or menu, as the variety of menus is not very extensive. If such a request is received, the restaurants will be notified so they can try to adapt the agreed-upon menu as much as possible. If the passenger wants something different from what is offered on the menus, they will be responsible for any additional costs that the restaurants may charge. In these cases, the guide will assist passengers whenever possible in finding the best menu options for meals, but it is important to keep in mind that the final responsibility lies with the passengers themselves.

-Tips: We know this is a very sensitive issue, but due to the high demand for the destination and the limited supply of Spanish-speaking guides, professional guides only work with groups where tips are guaranteed. Therefore, to avoid any problems, please note that each passenger will need to tip €45 (per person) upon arrival in the country for the guide, drivers, and porters in hotels without elevators.

-Consumer Withdrawal: The tour is sold as a fixed package, so there will be no refunds or discounts for services that clients choose not to use or cannot participate in due to personal or medical reasons, flight schedules, or other events.

-Conduct During the Trip: In the event of If a passenger's behavior jeopardizes the tour's operation and/or causes inconvenience to the rest of the group or the hotels, they will be forced to leave the tour without any discount or refund for services they are unable to enjoy.

-Credit Card: Hotels generally require a credit card or cash deposit as a guarantee to provide services such as phone calls, extras in bars and restaurants, minibar, laundry, room service charges, etc.

-Personal Documentation and Entry Requirements for Uzbekistan: It is the client's responsibility to be informed about the current entry and exit regulations for the country they are traveling to, as well as to carry the personal documents required by the authorities. Luxotour assumes no responsibility in this regard. Please note that visa, transit, and entry regulations vary from country to country and may be subject to change at short notice.

This program does not offer discounts for children on ground services.

Day 1: CITY OF ORIGIN - TASHKENT

Departure on a scheduled flight to Tashkent. Overnight on board.

Day 2: TASHKENT

Arrival at Tashkent International Airport, customs and passport control formalities, and transfer to the hotel (the driver will be waiting with a welcome sign just outside the passport control and customs area). Early morning arrival at the hotel for breakfast and to leave your luggage at reception (rooms are not available before 2:00 PM). Afterwards, we depart for a first glimpse of the city, beginning our panoramic tour of the old town: Earthquake Monument, Khasti Imam Architectural Complex (16th-17th centuries), Barak Khan Madrasa, Kafal Shohi Madrasa, Tilla Sheikh Mosque, and Chorsu Bazaar. Return to the hotel for check-in and free time to relax. In the afternoon, departure to continue with the panoramic tour of the city in the modern part: Independence Square (formerly called Lenin Square), with an area of twelve hectares, comprises the Monument to Independence and Humanitarianism inaugurated in 1991; there we will visit the Memorial to the Second World War, which is the statue in honor of those who fell in the war and the arch with storks at the entrance to the square; Romanov Palace (exterior visit), designed by the architects Geyntselman and Benois, and built in 1891, it is also called the Palace of Grand Duke Nikolai Romanov, where he was exiled in 1874 because he had been accused of stealing several jewels of the Russian royal family; Opera and Ballet Square where the Navoi Opera House is located, designed by the Soviet architect Alexei Shchusev and built between 1942 and 1947, with a capacity for 1,400 spectators; And finally, we will arrive at Amir Temur Square, where the tour ends. Accommodation.

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Day 3: TASHKENT - SAMARKAND

Breakfast at the hotel and departure by road to Samarkand. Arrival and check-in at the hotel. Afterwards, we depart for a panoramic tour of Samarkand, the birthplace of Timur (Tamerlane). For over two thousand years, the city was a key point on the Great Silk Road between China and Europe, as well as one of the main centers of science in the medieval East. In the 14th century, it became the capital of Timur's empire and the Timurid dynasty. Samarkand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its immense wealth of material and spiritual value. The tour will take us to Registan Square, the country's most iconic square, with its three madrasas: Ulugbek Madrasa, Shir-Dor Madrasa, and Tilla-Kori Madrasa. Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. Overnight stay.

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Day 4: SAMARKAND

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to continue our panoramic tour of the city, which will take us to the Guri Amir Mausoleum (Tamerlane's tomb), the Shah-Zinda Architectural Complex, the Bibi-Khonun Mosque, and the Siab Bazaar. Afterward, return to the hotel and the rest of the day is free to enjoy the hotel facilities. Overnight stay.

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Day 5: SAMARKAND - LAKE AYDARKUL - YURT FIELD

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for the yurt camp in the Djizzakh province desert, crossing arid landscapes and authentic rural villages of Uzbekistan. Stop at Lake Aydarkul (known as the "blue sea"), where you can enjoy a swim and relax surrounded by nature before or after a picnic lunch. Afterward, continue to the yurt camp located in the heart of the desert. Accommodation in traditional nomadic yurts (3-4 people per yurt, with separate areas for men and women), an authentic experience to discover the traditional lifestyle of the nomadic peoples of Central Asia. After settling in, depart for a short camel ride across the dunes, enjoying the scenery and the unique atmosphere of the Uzbek desert. In the evening, enjoy a traditional dinner around a campfire at the camp, accompanied by the magical atmosphere of the desert under a sky full of stars. Overnight at the camp.

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Day 6: YURTA FIELD - BUKHARA

Breakfast at the camp and departure for Bukhara. Arrival, check-in at the hotel, and the rest of the morning at leisure. Bukhara, Noble, the sacred pillar of Asia. The legendary city of the Great Silk Road. The origin of the name Bukhara has many versions, but the most interesting is "bujarak," which means Place of Fortune. The only city in Central Asia with almost 2,000 UNESCO World Heritage sites, where you can still feel the ancient atmosphere while wandering through the old town. In the afternoon, departure for a panoramic tour that will take us to the Lyabi Hauz Architectural Complex, the heart of the city, which houses the Kukeldash Madrasa and the Nodir Devon Begi Madrasa, built around the city's largest pond. The tour ends in front of Bukhara's oldest mosque, the Magoki Attory Mosque (entrance not included). Overnight stay.

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Day 7: BUKHARA

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to continue the city tour. We will visit the Samanid Mausoleum, built using a technique that follows proportional principles. Ismail Samani, the emir who, after renouncing Zoroastrianism, converted to Islam and made Bukhara one of the great religious and cultural centers, is buried there; the Mausoleum and Sacred Spring of Chasmai Ayub, also known as "the spring of Saint Job." This is a sacred place believed to have been visited by the prophet Job. Its waters are also believed to be pure and have healing properties; the Bolo-Hauz Mosque (entrance not included); and the Ark Citadel (entrance not included). The Three Markets, the 16th-century domed complex known as the First (Toki-Sarrafon), Second (Toki-Telpakfurushon), and Third (Toki-Zargaron) Domes, are vaulted structures connected by numerous galleries for commerce and artisan workshops; the Ulugbek Madrasa (entrance not included); the Abdulaziz-Khan Madrasa (entrance not included); the Poi-Kalon Architectural Complex, the city's most iconic complex, featuring the Kalon Minaret, erected in 1127 and representing Bukhara's 11th-12th century history; the Poi Kalon Mosque, one of the largest in Central Asia; and the Miri Arab Madrasa. Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is free to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. Overnight stay.

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Day 8: BUKHARA - KHIVA

Breakfast at the hotel and departure by road to Khiva, crossing the Kyzyl-Kum Desert. Today's transfer will take between 7 and 8 hours. Arrival at the hotel in Khiva and the rest of the day free to relax and enjoy the hotel facilities. Overnight stay.

Khiva, an oasis city lost in the Kyzyl-Kum Desert, boasts 2,500 years of history and has witnessed cruel battles and splendid rebirths. Although the entire city is made of mud, it captivates with its simplicity and harmonious colors. The most majestic feature of the old city is the walled city of Ichan Qala, an open-air museum, which was already included on the UNESCO World Heritage List during the Soviet era.

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Day 9: Khiva

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to explore the city of One Thousand and One Nights. During the panoramic tour of the city, we will see its main monuments and tourist attractions: Kalta Minor Minaret, Mohamed Amin-Khan Madrasa (now a hotel), Kunya Ark Castle, Mohammed Rakhim-Khan Madrasa, Juma Mosque, Tash Hovli Architectural Complex (harem), Allakuli-Khan Madrasa and Caravanserai, and the Islom Khodja Minaret (exterior visit only) and Madrasa. After the tour, return to the hotel and the rest of the day is free. Overnight stay.

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Day 10: KHIVA - URGENCH

Breakfast at the hotel and free time until your transfer to Urgench Airport.

Flight from Urgench Airport to your hometown.