Tashkent - Samarkand - Bukhara - Khiva - Kyzylkum Desert - Nukus - Moynaq - Usturt Plateau Canyon - Aral Sea - Yurt Field - Lake Sudochie - Urga - Mizdakhan Necropolis - Tashkent - Kokand - Fergara - Margilan - Rishtan - Tashkent

Uzbekistan in its entirety
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13 Days / 12 Nights Best price found on 4/19/27 Departure airport: Madrid - Barajas (MAD)

Circuit details

  • Scheduled international flights.
  • Domestic flight in economy class: Nukus-Tashkent
  • Train ticket, economy class: Tashkent-Samarkand.
  • Train ticket, economy class: Samarkand-Bukhara.
  • Train ticket, economy class: Bukhara-Khiva.
  • Train ticket, economy class: Tashkent-Kokand
  • Airport or train station / hotel / airport or train station transfers
  • Hotel transfer in Khiva / hotel transfer in Nukus, with a local-speaking driver.
  • Air-conditioned transportation.
  • 11 nights' accommodation with breakfast.
  • 4 lunches and 1 dinner with tea included.
  • Spanish-speaking guide during visits, except for the Aral Sea extension, which will be accompanied by local-speaking guides.
  • Spanish-speaking guides English.
  • 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).

-Dinners and lunches not specified as included.

-Personal expenses.

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

-Optional insurance.

-Early check-in.

-Late check-out.

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

-Any other service not specified as included.

-Management fees: €30 per booking.

-Flights and train tickets: Once issued, tickets are non-refundable. Name changes not permitted.

-Land Services:

  • Cancellations between 61 and 46 days prior to departure will incur a 15% penalty.
  • Cancellations between 45 and 31 days prior to departure will incur a 30% penalty.
  • Cancellations between 30 and 21 days prior to departure will incur a 50% penalty.
  • Cancellations between 20 and 4 days prior to departure will incur a 70% penalty.
  • Cancellations within 3 days prior to departure will incur a 100% penalty.

-Guaranteed departures from 2 passengers, according to the published schedule.

-The order of visits may vary, but the trip 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.

The published price for children is valid up to 9 years old, only if they share a room with two adults. From 10 years old, children pay the adult price for land services, trains, and domestic flights.

  • See supplement for Spanish-speaking guide on the Aral Sea extension.
  • See supplement for private yurt accommodation.

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 formalities, passport control, baggage claim, and meeting with the driver in the Arrivals Terminal, where a welcome sign will be waiting. After completing all formalities, transfer to the hotel. Arrival and breakfast. Rooms will be available from 2:00 PM, so you will need to leave your luggage in the hotel's storage. Afterward, departure for a panoramic city tour, starting in the old city, which includes a visit to Chorsu Bazaar, one of the most traditional and iconic markets in Central Asia. We will continue to the Khasti Imam Architectural Complex, which houses important religious monuments, including the Barak Khan Madrasa, the Kafal Shoshi Madrasa, and the Tilla Sheikh Mosque. Afterwards, we headed to the modern part of the city: Independence Square, formerly known as Lenin Square. This twelve-hectare square comprises the Monument to Independence and Humanitarianism, inaugurated in 1991; the Romanov Palace (exterior visit), designed by architects Geyntselman and Benois and built in 1891, also known as the Palace of Grand Duke Nikolai Romanov; Opera and Ballet Square, home to the Navoi Opera House, designed by Soviet architect Alexei Shchusev and built between 1942 and 1947, with a capacity of 1,400 spectators; and we finished our tour at Amir Temur Square. The rest of the afternoon is free. Overnight stay.

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Day 3: TASHKENT - SAMARKAND

Early breakfast and transfer to the station to board the SHARQ train to Samarkand. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic tour of this legendary city: the Guri-emir Mausoleum (Tamerlane's tomb), which means "Tomb of the King" in Persian, containing the tomb of Tamerlane and his family. Amir Timur, or Tamerlane, one of the world's great conquerors, played a significant role in the history of Central Asia and the Caucasus. He created a vast empire with its capital in Samarkand and founded the Timurid dynasty. Afterward, we visit the country's most emblematic square, Registan Square, with its three grand madrasas: Ulugbek Madrasa, Shir-Dor Madrasa, and Tilla-Kori Madrasa. We continue to the Bibi-Khanim Mosque, built by order of Tamerlane's favorite wife, and finally, we will stroll through the famous oriental bazaar, Siab Bazaar. Transfer to the hotel and the rest of the day is free. Overnight stay.

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Day 4: SAMARKAND - BUKHARA

Breakfast and transfer to the station for departure on the SHARQ domestic train to Bukhara. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.

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Day 5: BUKHARA

Breakfast. All visits today will be on foot. In the morning, we depart to visit the Lyabi Hauz Architectural Complex, the heart of the city, which includes Kukeldash Madrasa (exterior visit) and Nodir Devon Begi Madrasa, built around the city's largest pond. Afterwards, we visit Bukhara's oldest mosque, the Magoki Attory Mosque (exterior visit); the Three Markets, a 16th-century complex known as the First (Toki-Sarrafon), Second (Toki-Telpakfurushon), and Third Domes (Toki-Zargaron), which are vaulted enclosures connected to numerous galleries for trade and artisan workshops; Ulugbek Madrasa (exterior visit); and Abdulaziz-Khan Madrasa (exterior visit). The Poi Kalon Architectural Complex, the city's most iconic, includes the Kalon Minaret, erected in 1127, representing Bukhara's 11th-12th century history; the Poi Kalon Mosque (12th century), one of the largest in Central Asia; and the Miri Arab Madrasa (exterior visit), which still functions as a Koranic school. The Ark Citadel, the residence of the Emirs of Bukhara, is a fortress of power and strength, and the oldest architectural and archaeological monument in the city. The Bolo Hauz Mosque (exterior visit), built by order of Emir Shah Murad outside the Ark Citadel for his exclusive use as a Friday mosque, is also included. After this interesting tour of the city, the rest of the day is free. Overnight stay.

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Day 6: BUKHARA - KHIVA

Breakfast and transfer to the station to depart on the new Jaloliddin Manguberdi train to Khiva. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight stay.

Day 7: KHIVA

Breakfast and departure to explore the City of a Thousand and One Nights: Kalta Minor Minaret, a minaret that was intended to be the tallest in the Islamic world at the time, but Khan Mohamed Amin Khan died before its completion, leaving it unfinished as we see it today; Mokhamed Amin Khan Madrasa, next to the Kalta Minor Minaret, built between 1845 and 1855 by order of Mohamed Amin Khan, is the largest madrasa in Khiva and once housed more than 250 students; it has now been converted into a hotel; Mohammed Rakhim Khan Madrasa and Kunya Ark Castle; Juma Mosque, meaning Friday Mosque, is documented as dating back to the 10th century, although it was rebuilt in 1788, making it one of the oldest in Khiva; Islom Khodja Madrasa and Minaret (Khiva's tallest minaret, exterior visit); Allakuli Khan Madrasa and Caravanserai; Tash Hovli Architectural Complex (harem), a second palace in Khiva, built by order of Allakuli Khan, where you can visit the courtyards, the concubines' quarters, and the Khan's chamber. After the visit, the rest of the day is free. Overnight stay.

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Day 8: KHIVA - KYZYLKUM DESERT - NUKUS

Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, departure for Nukus without a guide, accompanied only by a local-speaking driver (drivers in this area do not speak English). En route, stops will be made to visit two important ancient fortresses in the Kyzylkum Desert, which were once capitals of the Kingdom of Khorezm. Both are notable for their impressive mud-brick structures amidst the desert landscape: Toprak Qala and Ayaz Qala.

Arrival in Nukus and the rest of the day at leisure. Hotel rooms will be available from 2:00 PM. Overnight stay.


Note: As a suggestion for your free time, we propose visiting the Savitsky Museum on your own (the museum is closed on Mondays and open until 5:00 PM the rest of the week).

The Savitsky Museum, considered the most important museum in Uzbekistan and known as the “Louvre lost in the desert,” houses a collection of over 100,000 pieces, including outstanding Uzbek artworks, valuable relics, and an exceptional collection of Russian modernist and Turkestan school paintings from the 1920s and 30s. The founder, Igor Savitsky, dedicated his life to rescuing and preserving artworks banned or ignored during the Soviet period, saving them from destruction and bringing them together in this unique location in the middle of the desert. In 2001, the British newspaper The Guardian named it “one of the best museums in the world.” Entrance fees, transportation, and guide services are not included. These arrangements are the responsibility of the client.

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Day 9: NUKUS - MOYNAQ - USTURT CANYON - ARAL SEA

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for the land of the Aral Sea disaster. We set off for an area with no cell phone coverage or hotels, a true adventure in 4x4 vehicles. Our first stop will be Moynaq, a city that once stood on the shores of the Aral Sea and is now surrounded by over 100 km of dry land. We will visit the famous Moynaq Ship Cemetery and Museum, where we can watch a 10-minute video (in English) that recounts the tragic history of the Aral Sea. Lunch at a local home (simple, home-cooked food). Afterward, we continue our route across the dry bed of the Aral Sea until we reach the Usturt Plateau Canyon, where breathtaking views of this land scarred by ecological catastrophe unfold before us. From there, we head to the yurt camp (traditional dwellings of nomadic peoples), located near the shore of the Aral Sea. During our journey through this remote area, we'll feel like we're on another planet: just 500 km away are cities with normal life and running water, but here we find only arid landscapes, salt dust, and abandoned villages—a place where water arrives for only a few hours and where every drop is priceless. Dinner at the yurt camp (a simple dinner prepared by the local family). At the end of the day, we'll enjoy a well-deserved rest at our yurt camp, the traditional nomadic dwellings of the Silk Road. Here, under a starry sky and surrounded by the silence of the desert, we'll experience a simple, authentic way of life, deeply connected to nature. Accommodation will be in shared yurts (3 or 4 people, men and women separately).

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Day 10: ARAL SEA - MIZADAKHAN - NUKUS - TASHKENT

Breakfast at the yurt camp. We begin our return journey to Nukus, once again traversing the vast landscapes of the Usturt. En route, we make several stops that will allow us to learn more about the history and culture of this enigmatic region. The first visit is to the ancient Kurgancha Qala Caravanserai (13th century), a place steeped in history that was once a key point on the Silk Road trade routes. We continue to the village of Kubla-Ustyurt, formerly known as “Komsomolsk na Amure,” a settlement that holds memories of the Soviet era. Our next stop is Lake Sudochye, an area of impressive biodiversity and surreal landscapes. Here we visit the abandoned village of Urga, where the remains of an old cannery, a cemetery for victims of Stalinist repression, and a solitary lighthouse—a reminder of times of life and activity in the area—are still preserved. Lunch at a local cafe in Kungrad (simple, traditional food). We set out again to explore the enigmatic Mizdakhan Funeral Complex, one of the most mystical sites in Karakalpakistan. This ancient place combines history, religion, and local legends, where we see ancient tombs decorated according to Karakalpak traditions, historical mausoleums with unique architecture, and the curious "Apocalypse Clock," a symbolic structure that, according to popular belief, marks the countdown to the end of the world. Finally, transfer to Nukus Airport for a domestic flight to Tashkent. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay.

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Day 11: TASKENT - KOKAND - FERGANÁ

Breakfast and transfer to the train station for departure on a domestic train to Kokand. Upon arrival, enjoy a cultural tour of this historic capital of the Fergana Valley: the Khudayar Khan Palace, a majestic 19th-century complex; the Juma Mosque, with its unique carved wooden minaret; the Narboutabek Madrasa, a center of Koranic learning; the Modari Khan Mausoleum, the tomb of the Khan's mother; and the Dahma-i-Shakhon Mausoleum, known as the "Tomb of the Kings." Enjoy a simple lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, continue to Fergana city. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel. Next, we set out again for a stroll through Fergana Central Park, where the statue of the celebrated astronomer and mathematician Al-Fargoni stands. A native of the Fergana Valley, he was one of the most brilliant astronomers of the medieval Islamic world, and his treatises influenced European science for centuries. Used by figures such as Copernicus, he accurately calculated the Earth's diameter and the distances between the planets. Return to the hotel and overnight stay.

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Day 12: FERGANÁ - MARGILAN - RISHTAN - TASKENT

After breakfast, we depart for Margilan, where we will visit an artisan's home and observe the traditional silk production process. Afterwards, we will take a stroll to a local bazaar, ideal for discovering the daily life of the village and its authentic atmosphere. Next, we depart for Rishtan, the pottery capital of the valley. There, we will visit two family workshops, where we will learn about the different schools of pottery that have existed in Rishtan for centuries. We will also visit the Khodja Ilgor Mausoleum and Mosque, a 16th-century architectural complex with a unique structure, unparalleled in all of Central Asia—a place as enigmatic as it is beautiful. We will enjoy a traditional lunch at a family workshop, with home-cooked meals served by the host family. Afterwards, we continue by road to Tashkent, traveling through the picturesque mountainous landscape. Arrival at the hotel and overnight stay.

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Day 13: TASHKENT - CITY OF ORIGIN

Breakfast and transfer to Tashkent International Airport.

Flight from Tashkent Airport to your hometown.