Set in a historical 19th-century caravan sarai, offers air-conditioned rooms with city views and free WiFi. Guests can enjoy diverse breakfast options, a garden, terrace, and bar. The hotel provides a paid shuttle and parking, and is located near landmarks, 3.1 miles from Bukhara International Airport.
Hotel Royal Samarkand offers the guests an unforgettable stay with the warm hospitality, unique service quality in the city center of Samarkand!
Milan Hotel Tashkent offers comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with modern amenities and free WiFi. Guests have access to a fitness center, a restaurant serving halal local dishes, and a bar. It's conveniently located 3 km from the airport, with free parking and easy access to attractions.
Offers a comfortable stay with modern amenities. Guests can relax at the indoor pool and maintain their routine at the fitness center, and enjoy a complimentary buffet breakfast. It's an ideal base for exploring the city.
Begin your Uzbekistan adventure in Tashkent, a dynamic city where ancient heritage meets modern charm. Explore the historic Hazrat Imam Complex, browse the vibrant Chorsu Bazaar, and admire the grandeur of Independence Square and Amir Timur Square. Discover the rich history of the region at the State Museum of the Temurids' History, take in panoramic city views from the Tashkent TV Tower, and savor authentic Uzbek cuisine at traditional restaurants. Tashkent offers a perfect blend of culture, architecture, and local flavor to kickstart your journey.
Upon arrival at Tashkent International Airport, transfer to your hotel. Later, enjoy dinner at a traditional restaurant before returning to your hotel for the night.
Touched down at Almaty International Airport
Transfer to Hotel Milan
Check in hotel
Dinner at a traditional restaurant
Overnight in Tashkent
Depart Tashkent by high-speed rail for Samarkand after breakfast. Check into Hotel Royal and enjoy lunch, then explore Registan Square (Ulugbek, Sher-Dor, Tilla-Kari Madrasahs), Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Islam Khoja Minaret, and the Imam al-Bukhari Makam. Finish the day with a stroll through Siab Bazaar before dinner and overnight in Samarkand.
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to Afrosiyob High‐Speed Rail Station
Depart from Tashkent to Samarkand
Arrive Samarkand
Transfer to Hotel Royal for check in
Lunch at a traditional restaurant
Tour Registan Square (Ulugbek, Sher-Dor and Tilla-Kari Madrasahs)
Registan Square is the breathtaking centerpiece of Samarkand, framed by three majestic madrasahs
Ulugbek, known for its scholarly legacy, Sher-Dor, with its iconic lion motifs & Tilla-Kari, featuring a richly gilded interior. Together, they form one of the most stunning examples of Islamic architecture in the world.
Visit Bibi-Khanym Masjid and Islam Khoja Minaret
Bibi-Khanym Masjid is a grand mosque in Samarkand, built by Timur to honor his wife, showcasing towering arches and intricate tilework.
The Islam Khoja Minaret rises with elegant simplicity, offering a striking example of Timurid architectural style and a glimpse into the city’s spiritual legacy.
Visit Imamal - Bukhari Makam
The Imam al-Bukhari Makam, located near Samarkand, is a revered pilgrimage site honoring the great Islamic scholar Imam al-Bukhari, compiler of the famous Hadith collection Sahih al-Bukhari. The complex features a beautifully restored mausoleum, mosque, and serene courtyard, attracting visitors seeking spiritual reflection and historical insight.
Stroll through Siab Bazaar and craft stalls
Siab Bazaar is Samarkand’s bustling traditional market, filled with fresh produce, local sweets, and spices. Adjacent craft stalls offer handmade textiles, ceramics, and souvenirs, providing a vibrant glimpse into Uzbek daily life and artisanal heritage.
Dinner at local eatery
Transfer to hotel
Overnight in Samarkand
After breakfast, explore Samarkand's historical gems: the Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis and Gur-e-Amir Makam (Tamerlane's tomb). After lunch, delve into history at the Afrasiab Museum and experience traditional paper-making at Meros Craft House. Conclude the day with a visit to the Observatory of Ulugbek before dinner and overnight in Samarkand.
Breakfast at hotel
Visit to Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis
The Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis is one of Samarkand’s most stunning and sacred sites, featuring a series of richly decorated mausoleums with intricate tilework and azure domes. It’s a revered pilgrimage place, believed to house the tomb of Kusam ibn Abbas, a cousin of the Prophet Muhammad
Visit to Gur-e-Amir Makam (Tamerlane's tomb)
The Gur-e-Amir Makam is the majestic mausoleum of Tamerlane (Amir Timur), the great conqueror of Central Asia. Located in Samarkand, it features a striking blue dome and beautifully decorated interiors, serving as a powerful symbol of Timurid architecture and legacy.
Lunch at traditional restaurant
Afrasiab Museum (archaeological site)
The Afrasiab Museum in Samarkand is dedicated to the ancient city of Afrasiab, showcasing artifacts, murals, and relics from over 2,000 years of history. Set near the archaeological site, it offers a fascinating glimpse into pre-Islamic Samarkand and the region’s rich cultural heritage.
Traditional paper-making experience at Meros Craft House
Visitors can experience the ancient art of traditional paper-making, watching mulberry bark transform into durable silk paper using water-powered tools and centuries-old techniques. The workshop offers hands-on demos, local tea, and unique handmade paper crafts in a peaceful riverside setting
Ulugbek Observatory is an observatory in modern day Samarkand, which was built in the 1420s by the Timurid astronomer Ulugh Beg. It was constructed under the Timurid Empire, and was the last of its kind from the Islamic Medieval period.
Dinner at traditional restaurant
Transfer to hotel
Overnight in Samarkand
Breakfast, then transfer to Samarkand Rail Station for the Afrosiyob train to Bukhara. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and enjoy lunch. The afternoon includes tours of Ark Fortress, Bolo-Hauz Masjid, Ismail Samani Makam, Chor-Minor, and the Trade Domes. Conclude the day with a visit to the Naqshbandi Makam before dinner and overnight in Bukhara.
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to Samarkand Rail Station
Depart on Afrosiyob train (Samarkand to Bukhara)
Arrival in Bukhara
Then transfer to the hotel
Check in hotel
Lunch at a traditional restaurant
Tour Ark Fortress
The Ark Fortress in Bukhara is an ancient citadel dating back to the 5th century, once serving as a royal residence and administrative center. Enclosed by towering walls, it housed palaces, mosques, and government buildings, and now functions as a museum showcasing Bukhara’s rich history.
The Bolo-Hauz Masjid, built in 1712 in Bukhara is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its impressive 20-pillared iwan (porch) with intricately carved wooden columns.
The Ismail Samani Makam (Mausoleum), is the oldest and most significant surviving Islamic monument in Central Asia. Famous for its intricate baked terracotta brickwork that creates dynamic light and shadow patterns.
Visit Chor - Minor & Trade Domes
The Chor-Minor is a charming 19th-century monument in Bukhara, known for its four unique turquoise-domed towers, each symbolizing different cultures
The historic Trade Domes reflect Bukhara’s Silk Road legacy, with covered bazaars that once specialized in goods like jewelry, fabrics, and hats many of which still host local artisans today
Naqshbandi Makam (Khanaqah of Baha‐ud‐Din Naqshband)
Refers to the Bahauddin Naqshbandi Complex near Bukhara. It's the burial site of Bahauddin Naqshband (1318–1389 CE), the founder of the influential Naqshbandi Sufi order.
Dinner at traditional restaurant
Overnight in Bukhara
Transfer to Bukhara Rail Station for the Afrosiyob train to Tashkent after breakfast. Upon arrival, check into Hotel Milan and have lunch. The afternoon features a Tashkent city tour, including Hazrat Imam Complex, Chorsu Bazaar, Kukeldash Madrasah, Independence and Amir Timur Squares, State Museum of the Temurids History, and the Tashkent TV Tower. Conclude your day with dinner and overnight in Tashkent.
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to Bukhara Rail Station
Depart on Afrosiyob train (Bukhara to Tashkent)
Tranfer to Hotel Milan for check‐in
Lunch at a restaurant
Hazrat Imam Complex
Chorsu Bazaar and Kukeldash Madrasah
Independence and Amir Timur Squares
State Museum of the Temurids History
Tashkent TV Tower
Dinner at a traditional restaurant
Overnight in Tashkent
Breakfast and transfer to Ugam Michelin Resort in the Ugam-Chatkal foothills for check-in. Enjoy a guided nature walk, lunch at the resort, and a lake tour on its alpine lake with free time for relaxation or photos. Conclude the day with a campfire and barbecue dinner under the stars, overnighting at the resort.
Breakfast at the hotel
Drive to Ugam Michelin Resort
Check in to the resort
Ugam Michelin Resort is a peaceful mountain retreat near Tashkent, nestled in the Ugam-Chatkal National Park.
Surrounded by forests and rivers, it offers cozy lodges, traditional cuisine, and outdoor activities like hiking and nature walks making it an ideal escape for relaxation and adventure
Lunch at the resort’s restaurant
Lake tour on the resort’s alpine lake (boat or picnic by the shore)
Free time—relax or photo‐walk
Campfire and barbecue dinner under the stars
Overnight at Ugam Michelin Resort
After breakfast, check out from the resort and transfer back to Tashkent for hotel check-in. Meet your guide for a city exploration, starting with a guided tour of Chorsu Bazaar for spices and handicrafts. After lunch at a traditional restaurant, indulge in shopping for local fashion and souvenirs at Oloy Bazaar and modern goods at Samarkand Darvoza Mall. Return to your hotel to freshen up before enjoying dinner at a traditional restaurant and overnight in Tashkent.
Breakfast at resort
Check‐out and depart for Tashkent
Check‐in the hotel
Meet the guide and board your private vehicle
Guided exploration of stalls, spices and handicrafts
Lunch at traditional restaurant
Shopping for local fashion, textiles and souvenirs
Modern shopping at Samarkand Marvoza Mall
Return to hotel to freshen up
Dinner at a traditional restaurant
Return to the hotel
Overnight
Check out from your hotel after breakfast and enjoy some free time until your transfer to Tashkent International Airport, where your tour concludes.
Breakfast at hotel
Check‐out and free time until transfer to airport
Transfer to Tashkent International Airport
End of tour
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