Travel details
USD 1,348
/ 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 2026/8 | 7 days |
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Participants |
2 person(s)（Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s)） |
Travel story
A 7-day overland tour through two Central Asian countries, from the Blue City of Samarkand to the mountain-embraced landscapes of Tajikistan.
You will experience not only magnificent Islamic architecture and World Heritage sites, but also bazaars and traditional villages that offer a glimpse into local life.
Crossing the border and traveling along roads that run through the Zarafshan Valley and the Anzob Pass are highlights unique to this journey.
You will take your time exploring cities that are hard to reach on standard tours, such as Shakhrisabz, Dushanbe, and Khujand.
With a Japanese-speaking guide accompanying the entire itinerary and travel primarily by private vehicle, this trip lets you enjoy a slightly deeper side of Central Asia with peace of mind.
Signature points
From the Blue City to a mountain state, linking two countries overland
A dynamic circuit route that leaves Samarkand, crosses the border, and continues to Dushanbe and Khujand.
Instead of flying between cities, you travel overland while taking in sights such as the Zarafshan Valley and the Anzob Pass.
Including the experience of crossing the border, the charm lies in feeling the changing streetscapes, nature, and cultures firsthand.
Enjoy a Central Asian-style adventure where “the journey itself becomes part of the trip.”
Not just World Heritage—experience everyday life in Central Asia
Enjoy emblematic Silk Road historical sites like Registan Square, Shahi-Zinda, and Shakhrisabz.
You will also visit places where you can see people’s everyday lives, such as traditional villages, local markets, and bazaars.
In Shakhrisabz, there are opportunities to have lunch at a local guesthouse and to experience traditional wool-weaving.
This trip offers a deeper Central Asian experience that goes beyond simply admiring beautiful architecture.
Explore deep Central Asia with a Japanese-speaking guide
Crossing borders and traveling to regional cities, which can feel challenging for individuals, are accompanied by a Japanese-speaking guide throughout the entire itinerary.
Combining private vehicles and high-speed trains, you efficiently travel from Samarkand to Dushanbe and Khujand.
Being able to understand the background and history of sites in Japanese allows first-time visitors to Central Asia to enjoy the region more deeply.
This circuit plan retains a strong sense of adventure while providing a reassuring level of support.
Other plans at this destination
Itinerary
Arrival in Tashkent
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
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Private Car Transfer
After arriving at Tashkent International Airport, a Japanese-speaking guide or driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel.
[Japanese Guide]
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Overnight in Tashkent
Tashkent → Samarkand
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Breakfast
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Train Transfer
After breakfast at the hotel, take the high-speed train "Afrosiyob" to Samarkand (approx. 2 hours).
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Uzbekistan - Samarkand
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Samarkand Sightseeing
Upon arrival in Samarkand, a Japanese-speaking guide and driver will meet you and begin the sightseeing tour.
- Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum (Tomb of Amir Timur): The tomb of the great conqueror Amir Timur.
- Registan Square: A historic square symbolic of Samarkand, composed of three grand madrasahs.
- Bibi-Khanym Mosque: A magnificent mosque built by Amir Timur.
- Siab Bazaar: A lively market where you can enjoy local specialties, dried fruits, bread, and handicrafts.
- Shah-i-Zinda necropolis: A sacred ensemble of blue-domed mausoleums, important both spiritually and architecturally.
[Japanese Guide]
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Lunch
At a local restaurant.
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Overnight in Samarkand
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Samarkand
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Breakfast
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Private Car Transfer
After breakfast at the hotel, depart Samarkand and drive to Shakhrisabz, the birthplace of the great conqueror Amir Timur.
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Uzbekistan - Shahrisabz
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Lunch
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a locally run family guesthouse.
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Shakhrisabz Sightseeing
After lunch, visit the following historic sites.
- Ak-Saray Palace: The ruins of the grand palace built by Timur.
- Dorus Saodat mausoleums: Burial sites of the Timurid dynasty's royal family.
- Dorut Tilovat complex: A 14th-century religious complex.
[Japanese Guide]
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Wool Textile Workshop
Afterward, visit a traditional village in Kashkadarya region where you may have the opportunity to participate in a local woolen carpet-making workshop.
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Private Car Transfer
After the visit, return to Samarkand.
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Uzbekistan - Samarkand
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Overnight in Samarkand
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Samarkand → Dushanbe
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Breakfast
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Private Car Transfer
In the morning, depart Samarkand and head to Dushanbe.
The journey takes about 5 hours, with approximately 1 hour for border procedures.
Along the way you will see landscapes such as:
- Zarafshan Valley: Beautiful natural scenery surrounded by mountains.
- Rural scenery near Denau: A glimpse into the simple life of local people.
- Local markets near the border: Enjoy local specialties and the lively atmosphere.
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Lunch
Lunch will be provided at a local cafe along the way.
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Tajikistan - Dushanbe
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Overnight in Dushanbe
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Dushanbe
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Breakfast
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Dushanbe Sightseeing
After breakfast, begin sightseeing in Dushanbe city.
- National Museum: Exhibits introducing Tajikistan's rich history.
- Ismoil Somoni Monument: One of the monuments symbolizing the capital.
- Rudaki Park: A beautifully maintained park in the city center.
- Hissar Fortress: Ancient fortress and historical buildings.
- Mehrgon Bazaar: A modern market where you can shop and enjoy local handicrafts.
[Japanese Guide]
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Lunch
At a local restaurant.
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Overnight in Dushanbe
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Dushanbe → Khujand
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Breakfast
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Private vehicle transfer
After breakfast, depart Dushanbe and head to Khujand (about 5 hours).
Along the way you will see scenery such as:
- Anzob Pass: a mountain pass renowned in Tajikistan for its high elevation and spectacular views.
- Istiklol Tunnel: a famous mountain tunnel over 5 km long.
- Mountain landscapes and traditional villages.
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Lunch
Lunch en route at a local restaurant.
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Tajikistan - Khujand
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Khujand sightseeing
Upon arrival in Khujand, visit the following attractions.
- Mausoleum of Sheikh Muslihiddin
- Khujand fortress ruins and the Archaeological Museum
- Panjshanbe Bazaar: one of the largest markets in Tajikistan.
[Japanese Guide]
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Overnight in Khujand
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Khujand → Tashkent
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Breakfast
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Private vehicle transfer
In the morning, depart Khujand and head to Tashkent.
Complete exit and entry procedures at the Oybek border checkpoint (approx. 1 hour).
After entering Uzbekistan, continue the journey to Tashkent.
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
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Lunch
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Tashkent sightseeing
Upon arrival in Tashkent, a short city tour.
- Hast-Imam Complex: a religious center housing ancient manuscripts (including Qur'ans).
- Chorsu Bazaar: a historic and lively local market.
- Independence Square: an iconic site of modern Uzbekistan.
- State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan: a museum showcasing the nation’s rich history and culture.
[Japanese Guide]
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Private vehicle transfer
Transfer to the airport according to the flight schedule.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Arrival in Tashkent
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
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Private Car Transfer
After arriving at Tashkent International Airport, a Japanese-speaking guide or driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel.
[Japanese Guide]
-
Overnight in Tashkent
Tashkent → Samarkand
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Breakfast
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Train Transfer
After breakfast at the hotel, take the high-speed train "Afrosiyob" to Samarkand (approx. 2 hours).
-
Uzbekistan - Samarkand
-
Samarkand Sightseeing
Upon arrival in Samarkand, a Japanese-speaking guide and driver will meet you and begin the sightseeing tour.
- Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum (Tomb of Amir Timur): The tomb of the great conqueror Amir Timur.
- Registan Square: A historic square symbolic of Samarkand, composed of three grand madrasahs.
- Bibi-Khanym Mosque: A magnificent mosque built by Amir Timur.
- Siab Bazaar: A lively market where you can enjoy local specialties, dried fruits, bread, and handicrafts.
- Shah-i-Zinda necropolis: A sacred ensemble of blue-domed mausoleums, important both spiritually and architecturally.
[Japanese Guide]
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Lunch
At a local restaurant.
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Overnight in Samarkand
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Samarkand
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Breakfast
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Private Car Transfer
After breakfast at the hotel, depart Samarkand and drive to Shakhrisabz, the birthplace of the great conqueror Amir Timur.
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Uzbekistan - Shahrisabz
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Lunch
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a locally run family guesthouse.
-
Shakhrisabz Sightseeing
After lunch, visit the following historic sites.
- Ak-Saray Palace: The ruins of the grand palace built by Timur.
- Dorus Saodat mausoleums: Burial sites of the Timurid dynasty's royal family.
- Dorut Tilovat complex: A 14th-century religious complex.
[Japanese Guide]
-
Wool Textile Workshop
Afterward, visit a traditional village in Kashkadarya region where you may have the opportunity to participate in a local woolen carpet-making workshop.
-
Private Car Transfer
After the visit, return to Samarkand.
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Uzbekistan - Samarkand
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Overnight in Samarkand
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Samarkand → Dushanbe
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Breakfast
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Private Car Transfer
In the morning, depart Samarkand and head to Dushanbe.
The journey takes about 5 hours, with approximately 1 hour for border procedures.
Along the way you will see landscapes such as:
- Zarafshan Valley: Beautiful natural scenery surrounded by mountains.
- Rural scenery near Denau: A glimpse into the simple life of local people.
- Local markets near the border: Enjoy local specialties and the lively atmosphere.
-
Lunch
Lunch will be provided at a local cafe along the way.
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Tajikistan - Dushanbe
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Overnight in Dushanbe
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Dushanbe
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Breakfast
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Dushanbe Sightseeing
After breakfast, begin sightseeing in Dushanbe city.
- National Museum: Exhibits introducing Tajikistan's rich history.
- Ismoil Somoni Monument: One of the monuments symbolizing the capital.
- Rudaki Park: A beautifully maintained park in the city center.
- Hissar Fortress: Ancient fortress and historical buildings.
- Mehrgon Bazaar: A modern market where you can shop and enjoy local handicrafts.
[Japanese Guide]
-
Lunch
At a local restaurant.
-
Overnight in Dushanbe
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Dushanbe → Khujand
-
Breakfast
-
Private vehicle transfer
After breakfast, depart Dushanbe and head to Khujand (about 5 hours).
Along the way you will see scenery such as:
- Anzob Pass: a mountain pass renowned in Tajikistan for its high elevation and spectacular views.
- Istiklol Tunnel: a famous mountain tunnel over 5 km long.
- Mountain landscapes and traditional villages.
-
Lunch
Lunch en route at a local restaurant.
-
Tajikistan - Khujand
-
Khujand sightseeing
Upon arrival in Khujand, visit the following attractions.
- Mausoleum of Sheikh Muslihiddin
- Khujand fortress ruins and the Archaeological Museum
- Panjshanbe Bazaar: one of the largest markets in Tajikistan.
[Japanese Guide]
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Overnight in Khujand
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Khujand → Tashkent
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Breakfast
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Private vehicle transfer
In the morning, depart Khujand and head to Tashkent.
Complete exit and entry procedures at the Oybek border checkpoint (approx. 1 hour).
After entering Uzbekistan, continue the journey to Tashkent.
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Uzbekistan - Tashkent
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Lunch
-
Tashkent sightseeing
Upon arrival in Tashkent, a short city tour.
- Hast-Imam Complex: a religious center housing ancient manuscripts (including Qur'ans).
- Chorsu Bazaar: a historic and lively local market.
- Independence Square: an iconic site of modern Uzbekistan.
- State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan: a museum showcasing the nation’s rich history and culture.
[Japanese Guide]
-
Private vehicle transfer
Transfer to the airport according to the flight schedule.
Meals B/F：⚪︎ LUN：⚪︎ DIN：×
Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation
As stated in the itinerary
Railway
As stated in the itinerary
Car
As stated in the itinerary
Guide / Assistant
As stated in the itinerary
Activity
As stated in the itinerary
Meal
B/F：6 LUN：6 DIN：0
As stated in the itinerary
Includes (Others)
Transportation by private car
Daily 0.5 liter mineral water
Ticket for the Afrosiab high-speed train
Accommodation
Hotel breakfast, restaurant lunches
Japanese guide throughout the itinerary
Entrance fees for the attractions listed in the itinerary
Excludes (Others)
International flight tickets and airport taxes
Travel insurance
Souvenir expenses
Other personal expenses
Single room supplement (if applicable)
Camera and video recording permit fees
Tips (gratuities for guide and driver)
Accommodation list
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Tashkent
2person(s) 1rooms
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| 2 |
Samarkand
2person(s) 1rooms
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| 3 |
Dushanbe
2person(s) 1rooms
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| 4 |
Khujand
2person(s) 25rooms
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