Travel details
USD 980
/ 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.
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Duration |
Departure in 2026/9 | 8 days |
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Participants |
4 person(s)(Adults 4 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)) |
Travel story
A classic route efficiently visiting the Silk Road's famous cities: Khiva, Bukhara, and Samarkand.
With a private car and a Japanese-speaking guide, even first-time visitors to Uzbekistan can enjoy the trip with peace of mind.
Traveling across the Kyzylkum Desert and riding the Afrosiyob high-speed train are among the trip's attractions.
You will see exotic scenery one after another, from blue-glowing mosques and madrasahs to lively bazaars.
This is a journey to immerse yourself in the timeless history and culture of the Silk Road while sharing the experience with your group.
Signature points
Share moving moments with companions on the Silk Road
The highlight of this trip is sharing overwhelming sights as a group, such as the walled city of Khiva and the blue-glowing Registan Square. Desert views during travel and strolls through bazaars also become memorable conversation starters.
Arrange your own hotels and travel in your own style
Accommodations can be freely arranged to suit your preferences, from luxury to budget-friendly options.
The core transport and sightseeing elements of the trip are well organized, so you can feel at ease.
Comfortable touring with private car and high-speed rail
Intercity travel uses a private car and the Afrosiyob high-speed train.
You can comfortably enjoy travel across vast desert areas and tour efficiently.
With little burden for moving luggage, the itinerary allows you to focus on sightseeing.
Itinerary
Tashkent
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
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20:00
Arrival in Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport.
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Private car transfer
Upon arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel.
[Japanese Guide]
Tashkent – Urgench (by air) – Khiva (30km)
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Private car transfer
Early in the morning, transfer to the airport.
[Japanese Guide]
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Flight transfer
You will fly to Urgench on a morning flight.
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Uzbekistan - Urgench
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Private car transfer
Upon arrival, you will be met and driven to Khiva by car (check-in after 14:00).
[Japanese Guide]
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Uzbekistan - Khiva
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Khiva sightseeing
Upon arrival, begin a full-day city tour of Ichon-Qala (the inner city).
• Kalta Minor (stop)
• Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah (entrance)
• Kuhna Ark (entrance)
• Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah (entrance)
• Juma Mosque and minaret (entrance)
• Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum (entrance)
• Islam Khoja Madrasah (entrance)
• Tosh-Hovli Palace (entrance)
• Allakuli Khan Madrasah (entrance)
• Caravanserai (entrance)
[Japanese Guide]
Khiva – Bukhara (450km, about 8 hours)
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Private car transfer
Drive to Bukhara across the Kyzylkum Desert.
[Japanese Guide]
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Uzbekistan - Bukhara
Bukhara
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Bukhara sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Bukhara.
• Samanid Mausoleum (entrance)
• Chashma-Ayub (entrance)
• Ark Fortress (entrance)
• Bolo Hauz Mosque (entrance)
• Kalyan Mosque, Kalyan Minaret, and Mir-i-Arab Madrasah within the Kalyan complex (entrance)
• Trading domes (Toki Telpakfurushon, Toki Zargaron, Toki Sarrafon, entrance)
• Abdulazizkhan Madrasah and Ulugbek Madrasah (entrance)
• Nadir Divanbegi Madrasah (entrance)
• Lyabi Hauz complex (entrance)
[Japanese Guide]
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Folk show (viewing)
(If held) Watch a folk show at Nadir Divanbegi Madrasah.
[Japanese Guide]
Bukhara – Samarkand (high-speed train)
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Bukhara sightseeing
Continue the city tour of Bukhara.
• Chor Minor Mosque
• Bahouddin Naqshband Mausoleum
• Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa, the summer palace of the Emir of Bukhara
[Japanese Guide]
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15:50 - 17:24
Train transfer
In the afternoon, take the high-speed Afrosiyob train (15:50-17:24) to Samarkand.
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Uzbekistan - Samarkand
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Private car transfer
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Samarkand.
[Japanese Guide]
Samarkand
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Samarkand sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Samarkand.
• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum (entrance)
• Registan Square (entrance)
• Siab Bazaar (stop)
• Bibi-Khanym Mosque (entrance)
• Shah-i-Zinda necropolis (entrance)
[Japanese Guide]
Samarkand - Tashkent (Train)
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Samarkand Sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Samarkand.
- Afrosiyob Museum and ruins (admission)
- Ulugh Beg Observatory (admission)
- Konigil paper workshop (Silk Paper Center) visit
[Japanese Guide]
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17:30 - 19:40
Train Transfer
In the evening, take the high-speed Afrosiyob train (17:30-19:40) to Tashkent.
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
Departure from Tashkent
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Tashkent Sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Tashkent.
- Hast-Imam Complex (Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum, Barak-Khan Madrasah, library housing the Holy Quran, admission)
- Kukeldash Madrasah (stop)
- Chorsu Bazaar (stop)
- Independence Square (stop)
- Amir Timur Square (stop)
- Navoi Theater Square built by the Japanese (stop)
- If time allows, visit some metro stations (admission)
[Japanese Guide]
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Private Car Transfer
Afterwards, transfer to Tashkent International Airport.
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21:40
Departure from Tashkent
Depart from Tashkent International Airport.
Tashkent
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
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20:00
Arrival in Tashkent
Arrival at Tashkent International Airport.
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Private car transfer
Upon arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to the hotel.
[Japanese Guide]
Tashkent – Urgench (by air) – Khiva (30km)
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Private car transfer
Early in the morning, transfer to the airport.
[Japanese Guide]
-
Flight transfer
You will fly to Urgench on a morning flight.
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Uzbekistan - Urgench
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Private car transfer
Upon arrival, you will be met and driven to Khiva by car (check-in after 14:00).
[Japanese Guide]
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Uzbekistan - Khiva
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Khiva sightseeing
Upon arrival, begin a full-day city tour of Ichon-Qala (the inner city).
• Kalta Minor (stop)
• Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah (entrance)
• Kuhna Ark (entrance)
• Muhammad Rahim Khan Madrasah (entrance)
• Juma Mosque and minaret (entrance)
• Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum (entrance)
• Islam Khoja Madrasah (entrance)
• Tosh-Hovli Palace (entrance)
• Allakuli Khan Madrasah (entrance)
• Caravanserai (entrance)
[Japanese Guide]
Khiva – Bukhara (450km, about 8 hours)
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Private car transfer
Drive to Bukhara across the Kyzylkum Desert.
[Japanese Guide]
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Uzbekistan - Bukhara
Bukhara
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Bukhara sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Bukhara.
• Samanid Mausoleum (entrance)
• Chashma-Ayub (entrance)
• Ark Fortress (entrance)
• Bolo Hauz Mosque (entrance)
• Kalyan Mosque, Kalyan Minaret, and Mir-i-Arab Madrasah within the Kalyan complex (entrance)
• Trading domes (Toki Telpakfurushon, Toki Zargaron, Toki Sarrafon, entrance)
• Abdulazizkhan Madrasah and Ulugbek Madrasah (entrance)
• Nadir Divanbegi Madrasah (entrance)
• Lyabi Hauz complex (entrance)
[Japanese Guide]
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Folk show (viewing)
(If held) Watch a folk show at Nadir Divanbegi Madrasah.
[Japanese Guide]
Bukhara – Samarkand (high-speed train)
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Bukhara sightseeing
Continue the city tour of Bukhara.
• Chor Minor Mosque
• Bahouddin Naqshband Mausoleum
• Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa, the summer palace of the Emir of Bukhara
[Japanese Guide]
-
15:50 - 17:24
Train transfer
In the afternoon, take the high-speed Afrosiyob train (15:50-17:24) to Samarkand.
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Uzbekistan - Samarkand
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Private car transfer
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel in Samarkand.
[Japanese Guide]
Samarkand
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Samarkand sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Samarkand.
• Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum (entrance)
• Registan Square (entrance)
• Siab Bazaar (stop)
• Bibi-Khanym Mosque (entrance)
• Shah-i-Zinda necropolis (entrance)
[Japanese Guide]
Samarkand - Tashkent (Train)
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Samarkand Sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Samarkand.
- Afrosiyob Museum and ruins (admission)
- Ulugh Beg Observatory (admission)
- Konigil paper workshop (Silk Paper Center) visit
[Japanese Guide]
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17:30 - 19:40
Train Transfer
In the evening, take the high-speed Afrosiyob train (17:30-19:40) to Tashkent.
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
Departure from Tashkent
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Tashkent Sightseeing
Full-day city tour of Tashkent.
- Hast-Imam Complex (Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum, Barak-Khan Madrasah, library housing the Holy Quran, admission)
- Kukeldash Madrasah (stop)
- Chorsu Bazaar (stop)
- Independence Square (stop)
- Amir Timur Square (stop)
- Navoi Theater Square built by the Japanese (stop)
- If time allows, visit some metro stations (admission)
[Japanese Guide]
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Private Car Transfer
Afterwards, transfer to Tashkent International Airport.
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21:40
Departure from Tashkent
Depart from Tashkent International Airport.
Price Includes / excludes
Flight (Dom.)
As specified in the itinerary
Railway
As specified in the itinerary
Car
As specified in the itinerary
Guide / Assistant
As specified in the itinerary
Activity
As specified in the itinerary
Meal
B/F:0 LUN:0 DIN:0
None
Includes (Others)
Japanese-speaking guide for the entire itinerary
Entrance fees
All local taxes
Map of Uzbekistan
Mineral water (0.5L per day)
Folk show in Bukhara (if performed)
Visit to the ancient silk paper production center in Konigil village, Samarkand
Train fares: Afrosiyob high-speed train (business class) between Bukhara-Samarkand and Samarkand-Tashkent
Air-conditioned vehicle: Hyundai Starex or similar class
Excludes (Others)
International air tickets, hotels, meals, guides, alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages, tips and gratuities, porterage fees, visa fees, personal expenses, and all services not included in the above program