Uzbekistan

A special New Year's Eve journey across the stage of One Thousand and One Nights | Crossing three Silk Road cities

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Uzbekistan
A special New Year's Eve journey across the stage of One Thousand and One Nights | Crossing three Silk Road cities
Uzbekistan
Tashkent
Samarkand
Bukhara
Khiva
Urgench
Luxury
Japanese Guide
Silk Road
World Heritage
Culture
History
City sightseeing
New Year’s holidays
Travel details
USD 1,200 / per person
Note: The displayed price is a reference price converted from the local price using our exchange rate at the time this plan was proposed.
Duration Departure in 2025/12 | 8 days
Participants 2 person(s)(Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s))
Travel story
A luxurious experience of spending New Year’s in a foreign land while touring the famous Silk Road cities of Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand.
The historic streets and the magical scenery adorned with blue tiles make the year-end and New Year journey even more memorable.
Accompanied by a Japanese-speaking guide, you can enjoy the trip with peace of mind while gaining a deep understanding of the culture and history.
You can also experience the grand natural landscapes unique to Central Asia, such as deserts and great rivers.
It’s a special journey to welcome the end of one year and the beginning of a new one on an extraordinary stage.
Signature points
Comprehensive coverage of the Silk Road’s famous cities
Thorough visits to the major cities of Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand.
The itinerary is structured to efficiently cover highlights of history, architecture, and culture.
An ideal classic route for first-time visitors to Uzbekistan.
A special New Year’s experience in a foreign land
A New Year’s unlike any other, celebrated in the historic towns of the Silk Road.
Welcome the start of a new year amid enchanting scenery.
Dinner will be held at a special restaurant where New Year celebrations take place.
The trip itself becomes a memorable and special time.
Comfortable travel by private vehicle
All transfers are by private vehicle, making travel stress-free.
Even long-distance sections can be enjoyed leisurely while taking in the scenery.
With less worry about luggage, you can fully focus on the trip.
Other plans at this destination
Itinerary
Day1
    Arrival in Tashkent
  • Uzbekistan - Tashkent
  • Private Car Transfer After arriving at Tashkent International Airport, the driver will transfer you from the airport to the hotel.
  • City Palace Hotel Accommodation at a hotel in Tashkent
    Twin room (2 persons per room)
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Meals B/F:× LUN:× DIN:×

Day2
    From Tashkent to Urgench and Khiva
  • Breakfast A takeaway breakfast will be prepared.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
  • Flight Transfer Departing for Urgench on an early morning flight.
  • Uzbekistan - Urgench
  • Private Car Transfer Upon arrival, the guide will meet you at Urgench Airport and accompany you to Khiva. [Japanese Guide]
  • Lunch At a local restaurant en route.
  • Uzbekistan - Khiva
  • Khiva Sightseeing After arriving in Khiva, sightseeing will begin with the guide.


    Itchan Kala, Ark Palace, Kalta Minor, Juma Mosque, Tosh-Hovli Palace, Mausoleum of Pahlavan Mahmud. [Japanese Guide]
  • Hotel Bankir Khiva Twin room (2 persons per room) Deluxe room
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day3
    From Khiva to Bukhara
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
    Transfer to Bukhara (about 6 hours).
    Along the way you can see the Amu Darya River of Uzbekistan and enjoy desert scenery. There will also be opportunities to see camels in the desert.
  • Lunch At a local restaurant en route.
  • Uzbekistan - Bukhara
  • Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Sightseeing Upon arrival, visit Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa (the summer palace of the Emir of Bukhara).
  • Hotel Sarhad Bukhara Twin room (2 persons per room) Deluxe room
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day4
    Bukhara Sightseeing
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver and guide will pick you up at the hotel. [Japanese Guide]
  • Lunch At a local restaurant en route.
  • Bukhara Sightseeing Full-day sightseeing in Bukhara.


    Ismoil Somoni Mausoleum, Chashma-Ayub, Ark Fortress, Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque, Taki-Sarai Bazaar, Ulugh Beg Madrasa, Lyab-i Hauz, Polo Hauz, Chor Minor. [Japanese Guide]
  • Hotel Sarhad Bukhara Twin room (2 persons per room) Deluxe room
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day5
    From Bukhara to Samarkand
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
    Transfer to Samarkand (about 3 hours 30 minutes).
  • Lunch On the way, at a local restaurant.
  • Uzbekistan - Samarkand
  • Samarkand sightseeing Sightseeing in Samarkand.


    Ulugh Beg Observatory, Afrosiyob Museum, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Registan Square.
    In the evening, watch the light show at Registan Square. [Japanese Guide]
  • Mövenpick Hotel Samarkand Twin room (2 people per room)
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day6
    Samarkand sightseeing
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel
  • Private car transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
  • Lunch On the way, at a local restaurant.
  • Samarkand sightseeing Full-day sightseeing in Samarkand.


    Shahi-Zinda necropolis, Bibi Khanum Mosque, Siyob Bazaar, Konigil paper-making workshop.
  • Dinner Dinner will be at a special restaurant where New Year's celebrations are held. Enjoy dinner at a specially decorated festive table.
  • Mövenpick Hotel Samarkand Twin room (2 people per room)
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:⚪︎

Day7
    From Samarkand to Tashkent
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private car transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
    Transfer to Tashkent (about 4 hours).
  • Lunch On the way, at a local restaurant.
  • Uzbekistan - Tashkent
  • Tashkent sightseeing After arriving in Tashkent, we will visit the following places.


    Amir Timur Square, Navoi Theatre, Japanese Cemetery, ride on the Tashkent Metro, Amir Timur Museum.
  • Private car transfer After sightseeing, we will take you to the airport.

Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day 1
12/26(Fri)
    Arrival in Tashkent
  • Uzbekistan - Tashkent
  • Private Car Transfer After arriving at Tashkent International Airport, the driver will transfer you from the airport to the hotel.
  • City Palace Hotel Accommodation at a hotel in Tashkent
    Twin room (2 persons per room)
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Meals B/F:× LUN:× DIN:×

Day 2
12/27(Sat)
    From Tashkent to Urgench and Khiva
  • Breakfast A takeaway breakfast will be prepared.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
  • Flight Transfer Departing for Urgench on an early morning flight.
  • Uzbekistan - Urgench
  • Private Car Transfer Upon arrival, the guide will meet you at Urgench Airport and accompany you to Khiva. [Japanese Guide]
  • Lunch At a local restaurant en route.
  • Uzbekistan - Khiva
  • Khiva Sightseeing After arriving in Khiva, sightseeing will begin with the guide.


    Itchan Kala, Ark Palace, Kalta Minor, Juma Mosque, Tosh-Hovli Palace, Mausoleum of Pahlavan Mahmud. [Japanese Guide]
  • Hotel Bankir Khiva Twin room (2 persons per room) Deluxe room
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day 3
12/28(Sun)
    From Khiva to Bukhara
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
    Transfer to Bukhara (about 6 hours).
    Along the way you can see the Amu Darya River of Uzbekistan and enjoy desert scenery. There will also be opportunities to see camels in the desert.
  • Lunch At a local restaurant en route.
  • Uzbekistan - Bukhara
  • Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Sightseeing Upon arrival, visit Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa (the summer palace of the Emir of Bukhara).
  • Hotel Sarhad Bukhara Twin room (2 persons per room) Deluxe room
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day 4
12/29(Mon)
    Bukhara Sightseeing
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver and guide will pick you up at the hotel. [Japanese Guide]
  • Lunch At a local restaurant en route.
  • Bukhara Sightseeing Full-day sightseeing in Bukhara.


    Ismoil Somoni Mausoleum, Chashma-Ayub, Ark Fortress, Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque, Taki-Sarai Bazaar, Ulugh Beg Madrasa, Lyab-i Hauz, Polo Hauz, Chor Minor. [Japanese Guide]
  • Hotel Sarhad Bukhara Twin room (2 persons per room) Deluxe room
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day 5
12/30(Tue)
    From Bukhara to Samarkand
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private Car Transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
    Transfer to Samarkand (about 3 hours 30 minutes).
  • Lunch On the way, at a local restaurant.
  • Uzbekistan - Samarkand
  • Samarkand sightseeing Sightseeing in Samarkand.


    Ulugh Beg Observatory, Afrosiyob Museum, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Registan Square.
    In the evening, watch the light show at Registan Square. [Japanese Guide]
  • Mövenpick Hotel Samarkand Twin room (2 people per room)
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Day 6
12/31(Wed)
    Samarkand sightseeing
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel
  • Private car transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
  • Lunch On the way, at a local restaurant.
  • Samarkand sightseeing Full-day sightseeing in Samarkand.


    Shahi-Zinda necropolis, Bibi Khanum Mosque, Siyob Bazaar, Konigil paper-making workshop.
  • Dinner Dinner will be at a special restaurant where New Year's celebrations are held. Enjoy dinner at a specially decorated festive table.
  • Mövenpick Hotel Samarkand Twin room (2 people per room)
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:⚪︎

Day 7
01/01(Thu)
    From Samarkand to Tashkent
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Private car transfer The driver will pick you up at the hotel.
    Transfer to Tashkent (about 4 hours).
  • Lunch On the way, at a local restaurant.
  • Uzbekistan - Tashkent
  • Tashkent sightseeing After arriving in Tashkent, we will visit the following places.


    Amir Timur Square, Navoi Theatre, Japanese Cemetery, ride on the Tashkent Metro, Amir Timur Museum.
  • Private car transfer After sightseeing, we will take you to the airport.

Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:×

Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation

As specified in the itinerary

Flight (Int'l)

None

Flight (Dom.)

As specified in the itinerary

Railway

None

Bus

None

Car

As specified in the itinerary

Ferry/Boat

None

Other transp

None

Guide / Assistant

As specified in the itinerary

Activity

As specified in the itinerary

Meal

B/F:6  LUN:6  DIN:1 
As specified in the itinerary

Includes (Others)

None

Excludes (Others)

Camera fees charged separately by museums, charges for additional services at hotels, tips

Accommodation list
1

Tashkent

City Palace Hotel

2person(s) 1rooms 

2

Khiva

Hotel Bankir Khiva

2person(s) 1rooms 

3

Bukhara

Hotel Sarhad Bukhara

2person(s) 1rooms 

4

Samarkand

Mövenpick Hotel Samarkand

2person(s) 1rooms