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The Best of Uzbekistan in 12 Days

Uzbekistan's Silk Road cities and a night under desert stars, in 12 private days.

12 Days / 11 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 12-day private circuit from Tashkent through Khiva, Bukhara, a night in a desert yurt camp, Samarkand, and Shakhrisabz — the Registan, Khiva's walled old town, and Timur's birthplace.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Tashkent International Airport.

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Day 1 — Arrival in Tashkent

A private airport transfer, with an optional city tour of the capital's monuments.

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Day 2 — Tashkent to Khiva

A visit to the Khast-i-Imam complex and Chorsu Bazaar, followed by a domestic flight to Urgench for Khiva.

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Day 3 — Explore Khiva

A day exploring the UNESCO-listed old town of Itchan Kala, including the Juma Mosque and the Kalta Minor minaret.

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Day 4 — Khiva to Bukhara

A drive through the Kyzylkum desert and the Amu Darya river region to Bukhara.

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Day 5 — Bukhara

A tour of the Poi-Kalyan complex and the Lyab-i Hauz ensemble.

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Day 6 — Bukhara

A visit to the Chor Minor mosque and the Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex.

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Day 7 — Bukhara to Yangi Gazgan

A stop at the UNESCO-recognized Gijduvan ceramics workshop and a camel ride, with an overnight stay in a traditional desert yurt camp.

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Day 8 — Yangi Gazgan to Samarkand

A visit to Mitan Village for a traditional meal and cultural exchange with local families.

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Day 9 — Samarkand

The Registan, the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, Bibi Khanum Mosque, and an evening theater performance.

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Day 10 — Samarkand to Shakhrisabz

A day trip to Shakhrisabz, birthplace of Timur, to see the Ak-Saray Palace and the Dorut Tilavat ensemble.

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Day 11 — Samarkand

A tour of the Shah-i-Zinda ensemble and the Ulugbek Observatory, before returning to Tashkent.

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Day 12 — Departure

A private transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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Departure

The trip ends back in Tashkent, with an airport transfer for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

It's a genuine overnight in a traditional desert yurt camp at Yangi Gazgan, arranged with the same hotel-standard logistics as the rest of the trip — the source itinerary bills it as “sleeping beneath the stars.”
Yes — the Tashkent-Urgench domestic flight used to reach Khiva is included in the trip.
Yes — private transfers in an air-conditioned car with an English-speaking driver throughout, not a shared group tour.
10 nights in 3-4 star hotels plus one night of yurt camping, activities and admission fees, English-speaking guides, airport transfers, the domestic flight, visa support, and 24-hour assistance.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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