7 Day Uzbekistan Heritage Tour: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara & Shakhrisabz

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a scenic excursion to the Chimgan Mountains, located approximately 80 km from Tashkent.

Visit the beautiful Beldersay Valley, surrounded by mountain scenery and fresh alpine landscapes. Continue with a cableway ride toward Mount Kyumbel, offering panoramic views over the surrounding area.

Enjoy lunch at approximately 1:30 PM before continuing to Charvak Lake, one of the region’s most popular natural attractions.

Spend some time enjoying the lakeside scenery before beginning the return drive to Tashkent.

Overnight: Tashkent

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the railway station for your high-speed train from Tashkent to Samarkand, departing at 07:24 AM and arriving at approximately 10:12 AM.

Upon arrival, begin your guided sightseeing tour of Samarkand, one of Uzbekistan’s most important historic Silk Road cities.

Visit the Afrosiyob Museum and Ulugbek Observatory, then continue to the impressive Shah-i-Zinda Complex and the historic Bibi-Khanum Mosque.

Later, explore the lively Siab Bazaar before joining a traditional plov-making masterclass with a local family, offering an authentic introduction to Uzbek cuisine and hospitality.

Overnight: Samarkand

After breakfast at the hotel, continue exploring the historic highlights of Samarkand.

Begin with a visit to the impressive Gur-Emir Mausoleum, the final resting place of Amir Timur and one of the city’s most important architectural landmarks.

Continue to the magnificent Registan Square, surrounded by three beautifully decorated madrasahs and considered one of the most iconic sights along the ancient Silk Road.

Next, visit the historic Bibi-Khanum Mosque, once one of the largest mosques in Central Asia.

Later, explore Siab Bazaar, where you can experience the lively local atmosphere and sample traditional dried fruits, sweets and other regional specialties.

In the evening, you may choose to enjoy an optional dinner and plov-making experience at a local guesthouse.

Overnight: Samarkand

After breakfast at the hotel, depart for an excursion to Shakhrisabz, the birthplace of Amir Timur and one of Uzbekistan’s most important historic cities.

Visit the remains of the impressive Ak-Saray Palace, once the grand residence of Amir Timur, followed by the Jahongir Mausoleum and the Kok Gumbaz Mosque.

After completing your sightseeing in Shakhrisabz, transfer to the railway station for the evening high-speed train to Bukhara, departing at 10:20 PM and arriving at approximately 12:04 AM.

Upon arrival in Bukhara, transfer to your hotel and check in.

Overnight: Bukhara

After breakfast at the hotel, begin a full-day exploration of Bukhara, one of Uzbekistan’s most important historic Silk Road cities.

Visit the Samanid Mausoleum, Chashma-Ayyub Complex and Bolo Hauz Mosque, followed by the historic Ulugbek Madrasah, Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah and Magoki-Attari Mosque.

Continue through Bukhara’s traditional trading domes, including Toki Zargaron, Toki Sarrafon and Toki Tilpak Furushon, where you can experience the atmosphere of the city’s historic commercial center.

Later, visit the impressive Ark Citadel and the monumental Poi Kalon Complex, including the Kalon Minaret, Kalon Mosque and Miri Arab Madrasah.

Complete the day with a relaxing tea break and a short introduction to the traditional craftsmanship of Bukhara silk carpets.

Overnight: Bukhara

After breakfast at the hotel, continue exploring the cultural heritage of Bukhara with a visit to Sitorai Mohi Khosa, the former summer residence of the last ruling Emir of Bukhara.

Continue to the Bahauddin Naqshband Mausoleum, an important spiritual and pilgrimage site, followed by the historic Chor Bakr Necropolis.

Enjoy lunch at approximately 1:00 PM, followed by some free time to explore Bukhara independently.

Later, transfer to the railway station for the high-speed train from Bukhara to Tashkent, departing at 4:17 PM and arriving at approximately 8:31 PM.

Upon arrival in Tashkent, transfer to Tashkent International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your 7 Day Uzbekistan Heritage Tour.