Budget Tours & Trips to Uzbekistan
Discover a varied offer of Uzbekistan budget adventures that will take you through some of the most renowned destinations such as Samarkand and Tashkent. Each affordable tour will provide you with great experiences for some of the lowest prices on the market.
10 best cheap Uzbekistan tour packages
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- Uzbekistan 7 Day Cultural Tour (from Tashkent to Bukhara, Samarkand, and back to Tashkent)
- Village & Hiking Tour in Uzbekistan
- The Silk Road of Uzbekistan
- Timeless Legend, Uzbekistan 7-day tour
- Timeless Legend, Uzbekistan 6-day tour
- Aral Sea & Uzbekistan Legends - 12 Days
- Authentic Uzbekistan: Crafts&Caravan Cities
- Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan Highlights Tour 15 DAYS
- Jewels of the Silk Road, Uzbekistan&Tajikistan 11-day tour
- Jewels of the Silk Road, Uzbekistan&Tajikistan 10-day tour
Uzbekistan 7 Day Cultural Tour (from Tashkent to Bukhara, Samarkand, and back to Tashkent)
16 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Steppe Journeys provided an excellent itinerary to see the highlights in Bukhara, Samarkand, and Tashkent. All of this allowed us to enjoy Uzbekistan to the utmost.”
Barbara, traveled in October
The cultural tour costs approx. $120 per day, including 3-star hotels and daily breakfast. Highlights include Tashkent's Applied Arts museum, Bukhara's trading domes, and Samarkand's Shahi Zinda complex. Train tickets and local English-speaking guides (rated 4.8/5) are included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Tashkent, Bukhara, Shahrisabz, Samarkand Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $148 Operator Steppe Journeys From $1,090
5% Off- US$1,036You save $55
Village & Hiking Tour in Uzbekistan
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We saw remarkable sites and learnt so much about the history and culture of Uzbekistan. Staying in villages with local families was a very authentic and memorable experience.”
Patricia, traveled in April
This cultural immersion package costs approx. $110 per day, including meals, accommodations, and entrance fees. Traditional guesthouses, UNESCO sites, and modern bullet train travel between historic cities showcase authentic Uzbek hospitality.
Duration 11 days Destinations Tashkent, Bukhara, Nurota, Samarkand, Shahrisabz Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $109 Operator Steppe Journeys From $1,259
5% Off- US$1,196You save $63
The Silk Road of Uzbekistan
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Fascinating and very different country. Fantastic architecture.”
Colin, traveled in May
The comprehensive Uzbekistan tour runs approx. $260 per day, covering hotels, desert camp stay, and most meals. The itinerary spans 5 historic cities with entry to sites like Khiva's Old Citadel and Samarkand's Registan Square. Additional activities include desert castle tours from $40 and traditional hammam visits for $25.
Duration 11 days Destinations Tashkent, Urgench, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand Age Range Ages 16+ Price Per Day $195 Operator Explore! From
5% Off- US$2,140
Duration 7 days Destinations Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva Age Range Ages 8+ Price Per Day $149 Operator Central Asia Travel LP From
5% Off- US$1,045
Duration 6 days Destinations Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara Age Range Ages 8+ Price Per Day $178 Operator Central Asia Travel LP From
5% Off- US$1,065
Aral Sea & Uzbekistan Legends - 12 Days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“This is a cool package tour. I appreciate the help and support to the people as follows.”
Boon, traveled in May
A rich 12-day adventure featuring daily breakfast, entrance fees, and folk shows in Bukhara. The tour includes domestic flight Tashkent-Nukus, comfortable accommodations, and guided tours of 5 UNESCO sites. Rated 4.5/5 by past travelers, offering comprehensive coverage of Uzbekistan's highlights.
Duration 12 days Destinations Tashkent, Nukus, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand Age Range Ages 12+ Price Per Day $155 Operator Steppe Journeys From $1,959
5% Off- US$1,861You save $98
Duration 9 days Destinations Tashkent, Margilan, Rishtan, Kokand, Samarkand, Bukhara Age Range Ages 10+ Price Per Day $154 Operator Central Asia Travel LP From
5% Off- US$1,390
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan Highlights Tour 15 DAYS
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“An amazing groups of guides and drivers made sure that I would experience a once-in-a-lifetime journey.”
Panagiotis, traveled in March
Your Uzbek adventure costs approx. $190 per day, with 3-star hotels in central locations, daily breakfasts, and English guides. The itinerary features UNESCO sites like Khiva's old town and folk shows. Optional add-ons include Bukhara hammam ($25) and Samarkand light shows.
Duration 15 days Destinations Ashgabat, Mary, Darvaza, Nukus, Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand, Shahrisabz, Tashkent Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $177 Operator Steppe Journeys From $2,789
5% Off- US$2,650You save $139
Duration 11 days Destinations Tashkent, Khujand, Istaravshan, Penjikent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva Age Range Ages 12+ Price Per Day $146 Operator Central Asia Travel LP From
5% Off- US$1,605
Duration 10 days Destinations Tashkent, Khujand, Istaravshan, Samarkand, Bukhara Age Range Ages 12+ Price Per Day $141 Operator Central Asia Travel LP From
5% Off- US$1,405
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Uzbekistan
When is the most affordable time to visit Uzbekistan?
The lowest prices in Uzbekistan are found during July and August when temperatures peak and from November to February in the off-season. The middle seasons of March-April and September-October balance good weather with reasonable prices and manageable crowds. A TourRadar traveler shared "October had perfect weather and the sites weren't overcrowded making it ideal for photography and exploration."
What entrance fees should I budget for in Uzbekistan?
Entry costs vary across the main sites. Registan Square in Samarkand costs about 12 USD while the Ark Fortress in Bukhara runs around 8 USD. The Savitskiy Museum in Nukus sets visitors back 10 USD. Many budget tours build these fees into their packages. As one TourRadar traveler noted "The entrance fees were reasonable and the sites were well-maintained and worth every penny."
What are the best budget-friendly areas to stay in Uzbekistan?
The old towns of Bukhara and Khiva offer good value through family-run guesthouses. In Tashkent look near Chorsu Bazaar where places like Hotel Uzbekistan keep costs down. A TourRadar traveler highlighted their experience: "The big highlight was Khiva especially the wonderful family hotel we stayed in. Everything is so well cared for."
What type of accommodation can I expect on budget tours in Uzbekistan?
Budget tours mix 3-star hotels with local guesthouses. You'll find places like Hotel SV in Tashkent and Old Bukhara Hotel in Bukhara. Some tours include nights in traditional yurts near the Aral Sea. A TourRadar traveler shared their experience: "The hotels were all excellent and the food has been so fresh and tasty."
What's included in meal plans on budget tours through Uzbekistan?
Most tours cover daily hotel breakfasts and select group dinners with local families. Budget about 15-20 USD daily for meals not included in your tour. Tours often arrange dinners in local Bukhara homes to try regional dishes. According to one TourRadar traveler "The restaurants were all quite good and reasonably priced with many locals and few tourists."
What optional activities are worth the extra cost on budget tours?
Common add-ons include traditional hammam visits in Bukhara for 25 USD city folk shows ranging 8-20 USD and Khovrenko winery tastings in Samarkand for 30 USD. A TourRadar traveler noted "The folk show and dinner in Bukhara was absolutely worth the extra cost for an authentic cultural experience."