Blue City, Yurt Nights, Seven Lakes | A Captivating Silk Road Journey | Uzbekistan, Tajikistan | Bespoke Travel with Local Specialists

Uzbekistan

Tajikistan

Tashkent

Samarkand

Bukhara

Khiva

Urgench

Panjikent

Nurota

Aydar Lake

Standard

2 Country Tour

Silk Road

World Heritage

Yurt

Desert

Camel

Railway・Train

City sightseeing

Cultural Experience

Culture

Travel details

USD 1,122 / 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 2026/9 \| 8 days
	Participants	2 person(s)（Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)）

Travel story

A tour plan that lets you deeply experience Uzbekistan's history and culture as you visit World Heritage ancient cities that color the Silk Road, such as Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand.
In the desert, where nomadic life lives on, you can enjoy unique experiences like staying in a yurt, riding camels, and gazing at a star-filled sky.
You can also cross the border to visit Tajikistan's hidden gem, the Seven Lakes, and encounter emerald-green spectacular views.
The appeal is that you can enjoy not only historical heritage but also lakes, deserts, and mountain landscapes all in one trip.
This is a special journey that adds a touch of adventure to classic sightseeing and allows you to fully savor the profound charms of Central Asia.

Signature points

Savor the Silk Road World Heritage Sites All at Once

A fulfilling tour plan that visits the three Silk Road cities of Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand.
Enjoy streetscapes with blue-glowing mosques and madrasas, and historic bazaars—each city has its own distinct character. It’s perfect for those who want to experience history, architecture, and culture.

An Unforgettable Night in the Desert

Not just ancient city sightseeing—experience staying in a yurt in desert areas where nomadic culture remains.
Enjoy camel riding and archery experiences, and at night a star-filled sky unique to the desert without city lights spreads above.
You can spend a special time unique to Central Asia that you cannot experience by staying only in hotels.

Cross the Border to Encounter the Hidden Seven Lakes

From Samarkand, take a trip to visit Tajikistan’s spectacular spot “Seven Lakes” on a day trip.
Due to differences in altitude and terrain, each lake displays beautiful shades of blue and emerald green.
This is an unparalleled luxurious trip where you can enjoy not only the history of the Silk Road but also Central Asia’s magnificent nature all at once.

Other plans at this destination

Uzbekistan → Tajikistan →

Itinerary

Day1

Arrival in Tashkent

Uzbekistan - Tashkent
19:40
Private car transfer Arrival in Tashkent.
A driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
(Not included)
Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent

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Meals　B/F：×　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day2

Tashkent → Khiva

Private car transfer Transfer from the hotel to Tashkent airport.
(Not included)
Flight transfer Domestic flight to Urgench (about 1 hour 30 minutes).
Uzbekistan - Urgench
Private car transfer After arrival, transfer to Khiva by private car (about 30 km).
Uzbekistan - Khiva
Khiva sightseeing Enjoy sightseeing in Khiva.

(Places to visit)
Itchan Kala (Historic Inner Town, UNESCO World Heritage)
Kuhna Ark
Kalta Minor
Tosh-Hovli Palace
Juma Mosque

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Hotel Bankir Khiva

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Meals　B/F：×　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day3

Khiva → Bukhara

Breakfast
Private car transfer Transfer from Khiva to Bukhara (about 480 km).
Uzbekistan - Bukhara
Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa sightseeing Enjoy sightseeing at Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa.

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Hotel Sarhad Bukhara

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Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day4

Bukhara sightseeing

Breakfast
Bukhara sightseeing Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Bukhara.

(Places to visit)
- Kalyan Minaret
- Kalyan Mosque
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasa
- Ulugbek Madrasa
- Toki Bazaar
- Lyabi Hauz

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Folk dance performance In the evening, enjoy a performance of traditional dances at Nodir Devonbegi.
Hotel Sarhad Bukhara

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day5

Bukhara → Haydar Lake → Desert

Breakfast
Private car transfer Drive to Haydar Lake (about 4 hours).
Uzbekistan - Nurota
Nurata visit Stop by Nurata en route.

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Uzbekistan - Aydar Lake
Free time
Private vehicle transfer After that, transfer to the desert area.
Desert sightseeing In the desert where nomadic life remains, enjoy activities such as camel riding and archery experience. At night, stargazing.
Dinner
Overnight in a yurt

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day6

Bukhara → Samarkand

Breakfast
Private vehicle transfer Transfer from Bukhara to Samarkand (approximately 4 hours).
Uzbekistan - Samarkand
Samarkand sightseeing After arrival, enjoy sightseeing in Samarkand.

• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
• Registan Square
• Shakhi-Zinda
• Bibi-Khanym Mosque

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Hotel Emir Han Emir Khan Hotel or Al-madina Hotel

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Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day7

Day trip to Panjakent

Breakfast
Private vehicle transfer Transfer from Samarkand to Panjakent (about 40 km).
Tajikistan - Panjikent
Seven Lakes sightseeing After border formalities, enjoy sightseeing at the Seven Lakes.

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Panjakent sightseeing After that, also visit the Sarazm ruins and Panjakent Bazaar.
Private vehicle transfer In the evening, return to Samarkand.
Uzbekistan - Samarkand
Hotel Emir Han Emir Khan Hotel or Al-madina Hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day8

Samarkand → Tashkent

Breakfast
High-speed train transfer Transfer to Tashkent by high-speed train.
Uzbekistan - Tashkent
Tashkent sightseeing After arrival, enjoy sightseeing in Tashkent.

• Japanese cemetery
• Applied Arts Museum
• Navoi Theatre (metro experience)
• Amir Timur Square

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Private vehicle transfer Transfer to the airport according to your flight.

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 1

09/03(Thu)

Arrival in Tashkent

Uzbekistan - Tashkent
19:40
Private car transfer Arrival in Tashkent.
A driver will meet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel.
(Not included)
Courtyard by Marriott Tashkent

Meals　B/F：×　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 2

09/04(Fri)

Tashkent → Khiva

Private car transfer Transfer from the hotel to Tashkent airport.
(Not included)
Flight transfer Domestic flight to Urgench (about 1 hour 30 minutes).
Uzbekistan - Urgench
Private car transfer After arrival, transfer to Khiva by private car (about 30 km).
Uzbekistan - Khiva
Khiva sightseeing Enjoy sightseeing in Khiva.

(Places to visit)
Itchan Kala (Historic Inner Town, UNESCO World Heritage)
Kuhna Ark
Kalta Minor
Tosh-Hovli Palace
Juma Mosque

Hotel Bankir Khiva

Meals　B/F：×　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 3

09/05(Sat)

Khiva → Bukhara

Breakfast
Private car transfer Transfer from Khiva to Bukhara (about 480 km).
Uzbekistan - Bukhara
Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa sightseeing Enjoy sightseeing at Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa.

Hotel Sarhad Bukhara

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 4

09/06(Sun)

Bukhara sightseeing

Breakfast
Bukhara sightseeing Enjoy a full day of sightseeing in Bukhara.

(Places to visit)
- Kalyan Minaret
- Kalyan Mosque
- Mir-i-Arab Madrasa
- Ulugbek Madrasa
- Toki Bazaar
- Lyabi Hauz

Folk dance performance In the evening, enjoy a performance of traditional dances at Nodir Devonbegi.
Hotel Sarhad Bukhara

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 5

09/07(Mon)

Bukhara → Haydar Lake → Desert

Breakfast
Private car transfer Drive to Haydar Lake (about 4 hours).
Uzbekistan - Nurota
Nurata visit Stop by Nurata en route.

Uzbekistan - Aydar Lake
Free time
Private vehicle transfer After that, transfer to the desert area.
Desert sightseeing In the desert where nomadic life remains, enjoy activities such as camel riding and archery experience. At night, stargazing.
Dinner
Overnight in a yurt

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：⚪︎

Day 6

09/08(Tue)

Bukhara → Samarkand

Breakfast
Private vehicle transfer Transfer from Bukhara to Samarkand (approximately 4 hours).
Uzbekistan - Samarkand
Samarkand sightseeing After arrival, enjoy sightseeing in Samarkand.

• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
• Registan Square
• Shakhi-Zinda
• Bibi-Khanym Mosque

Hotel Emir Han Emir Khan Hotel or Al-madina Hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 7

09/09(Wed)

Day trip to Panjakent

Breakfast
Private vehicle transfer Transfer from Samarkand to Panjakent (about 40 km).
Tajikistan - Panjikent
Seven Lakes sightseeing After border formalities, enjoy sightseeing at the Seven Lakes.

Panjakent sightseeing After that, also visit the Sarazm ruins and Panjakent Bazaar.
Private vehicle transfer In the evening, return to Samarkand.
Uzbekistan - Samarkand
Hotel Emir Han Emir Khan Hotel or Al-madina Hotel

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Day 8

09/10(Thu)

Samarkand → Tashkent

Breakfast
High-speed train transfer Transfer to Tashkent by high-speed train.
Uzbekistan - Tashkent
Tashkent sightseeing After arrival, enjoy sightseeing in Tashkent.

• Japanese cemetery
• Applied Arts Museum
• Navoi Theatre (metro experience)
• Amir Timur Square

Private vehicle transfer Transfer to the airport according to your flight.

Meals　B/F：⚪︎　LUN：×　DIN：×

Price Includes / excludes

Accommodation

As stated in the itinerary

Flight (Int'l)

None

Flight (Dom.)

None

Railway

As stated in the itinerary

Bus

None

Car

As stated in the itinerary

Ferry/Boat

None

Other transp

None

Guide / Assistant

None

Activity

As stated in the itinerary

Meal

B/F：7　　LUN：0　　DIN：1　
As stated in the itinerary

Includes (Others)

Dedicated car (entire itinerary)
4-star hotels (6 nights)
Entrance fees to each sightseeing site
High-speed train tickets
Dinner at a yurt
6 nights' hotel accommodation and daily breakfast
Ethnic dance show at Nodir Divanbegi in Bukhara

Excludes (Others)

Guide service
Meals
Domestic flight between Tashkent and Urgench

Accommodation list

1	Khiva Hotel Bankir Khiva 2person(s)　1rooms
2	Bukhara Hotel Sarhad Bukhara 2person(s)　1rooms
3	Aydar Lake ユルト 2person(s)　1rooms
4	Samarkand Hotel Emir Han 2person(s)　1rooms

Blue City, Yurt Nights, Seven Lakes | A Captivating Silk Road Journey

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