What are the main cities covered on a Tashkent round trip?

Your journey takes you through Uzbekistan's most fascinating Silk Road cities. You'll explore Samarkand and its famous Registan Square, walk through Bukhara's atmospheric old town with the ancient Ark Fortress, and wander the narrow streets of Khiva's walled city Itchan Kala. Some tours also take you to places fewer travelers see, like Termez with its Buddhist ruins or Shahrisabz where you can discover Timurid architecture. One traveler shared: "From the bustling Chorsu Bazaar in Tashkent to the magnificent Registan in Samarkand, each city offered incredible architectural and cultural experiences."

Which historical sites do most tours visit?

You'll visit several UNESCO sites that tell the story of Uzbekistan's rich past. In Samarkand, you'll see the grand Registan Square, the towering Bibi-Khanum Mosque, and the beautiful Shah-i-Zinda tombs. Bukhara offers the Poi-Kalon complex and its historic trading domes, while in Khiva you can explore the old city of Ichon-Qala. According to one traveler: "The magnificent architecture of Registan Square and the ancient bazaars of Bukhara were absolutely breathtaking and exceeded all expectations."

How do you travel between cities on these tours?

You'll ride modern high-speed Afrosiyob trains for longer distances - it's just 4 hours from Tashkent to Bukhara and 2 hours from Samarkand to Tashkent. For shorter trips and city tours, you'll travel in comfortable vehicles like the Hyundai Grand Starex or Toyota Hiace with air conditioning. As one traveler put it: "The combination of comfortable high-speed trains and private vehicles made traveling between cities very convenient and enjoyable."

What kind of hotels can I expect?

You'll stay in 3-4 star hotels right in the city centers, close to the main sights. In Tashkent, this might be the Art Residence or Stars Plaza Hotel, while in Bukhara you could stay at the Dendi Plaza or Nodirabegim Boutique Hotel. One traveler noted: "The hotels were all centrally located, making it easy to explore the historical sites and local markets independently during free time."

How long are these tours usually?

Most tours run between 5 and 14 days, with many people choosing 7-8 day trips. The Cultural Tour packs the main sights into 6 days, focusing on Bukhara and Samarkand. If you want to see more, the Crossroads of Caravan Routes takes 14 days and includes off-the-beaten-path spots like Termez and Mitan village. One traveler mentioned: "We had an absolutely amazing experience exploring multiple cities over 8 days, with each destination offering unique historical and cultural experiences."

Which places will I visit between Tashkent and Tashkent?

Your trip connects Uzbekistan's three most important Silk Road cities - Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. Starting and ending in Tashkent, you'll visit UNESCO sites like Samarkand's Registan Square and Khiva's Itchan Kala. One traveler said: "the guides were excellent at showcasing the architectural drama from the Ark Fortress in Bukhara to the stunning Tilla-Kari Madrasa in Samarkand."

Family Tours from Tashkent to Tashkent

Discover Family tours that depart from Tashkent and end in Tashkent. Trips from Tashkent to Tashkent are most popular in October, with the most tours doing this route then.

10 best Family tours from Tashkent to Tashkent

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Tailor-Made 8 Days Best Uzbekistan Family Tour, Daily Start & Private Guide
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Agate Travel
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Tailor-Made 6 Days Uzbekistan Family Trip, Daily Depart & Private Guide and Driver
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Bukhara, Samarkand
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Agate Travel
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Discover The Secret Magic of Uzbekistan - 5 days
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Bukhara, Samarkand
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Russian
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Aborigen Tours
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Explore The Heart Of Uzbekistan - 6 days
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Chimgan, Charvak
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Russian
Operator
Aborigen Tours
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US$1,061per person
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11-Day Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan Combo Tour
5.0 (1 review)
"Overall a great tour that was very well organized and executed exceptionally."
Thavanesvari, traveled in May
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Khiva, Dashoguz, Kunye Urgench, Darvaza, Ashgabat,Mary,Turkmenabat,Bukhara,Gijduvon,Samarkand+5 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, German,Italian,Portuguese,French,Spanish,Chinese,Dutch,Russian+7 more
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Guided Travels LTD
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Uzbekistan Adventure
5.0 (2 reviews)
"Samarkand was a dream come true and Bukhara a surprise highlight. Our group strongly recommend the hammam visit as a great bonding experience."
Joanna, traveled in May
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Bukhara, Gijduvon, Nurota, Samarkand
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
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Ultimate Uzbekistan
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Nukus, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, Shahrisabz
Age Range
Ages 12+
Operated in
English
Operator
Wendy Wu Tours
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Cultural Tour to Uzbekistan - Private Tour
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Bukhara, Gijduvon, Nurata, Aydar Lake, Sentyab,Samarkand,Shahrisabz+2 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Russian
Operator
Stantours
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True Adventure to Uzbekistan - Private Tour
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Nukus, Khojayli, Kungrad, Muynak, Ayaz Kala, Khiva,Bukhara,Gijduvon,Nurata,Aydar Lake,Sentyab,Samarkand,Shahrisabz,Chimgan,Charvak+9 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Russian
Operator
Stantours
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Timeless Legend, Uzbekistan 7-day tour
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva
Age Range
Ages 8+
Operated in
English
Operator
Central Asia Travel LP
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US$1,045per person
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Uzbekistan 8 Day Cultural Tour (3 Star Hotel Option)
4.5 (21 reviews)
"I felt safe and well catered for and had such an amazing holiday."
Lumen, traveled in November
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Samarkand, Gijduvon, Bukhara, Khiva
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English
Operator
Steppe Journeys
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Uzbekistan Cultural Tour (Tashkent to Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva) boutique hotels option
4.4 (46 reviews)
"Excellent trip, many history, stories! Learn so many things from Uzbekistan."
Eddie, traveled in July
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Samarkand, Gijduvon, Bukhara, Khiva
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Silk Road
Operated in
English
Operator
Steppe Journeys
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Charming Uzbekistan Tour - Private Tour
4.9 (28 reviews)
"Uzbekistan, One of the Amazing places I visited. More than expectation. Super Clean place. Every thing was organic."
Syed, traveled in June
Duration
5 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Bukhara, Samarkand
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Russian
Operator
Global Connect
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Ancient Cities Tour to Uzbekistan - Private Tour
5.0 (10 reviews)
"It was a really nice trip since it's my first country in Central Asia. Rich history and delicious food."
Naim, traveled in November
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, Shahrisabz
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Operated in
English, Russian
Operator
Global Connect
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Premium Uzbekistan
4.9 (7 reviews)
"The itinerary enabled us to see the fascinating historical sights, but also contained enjoyable experiences that gave us an insight into the culture."
Susan, traveled in April
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva
Age Range
Ages 15+
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Premium
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