Uzbekistan Small Group Tour 2025-2026

• Excursion to the Old City, including the Khazret-Imam Architectural Complex, which holds the oldest known Quran in the world. Also on site are the Madrasah of Barak-Khan (16th century), Tillya-Sheykh Mosque, Juma Mosque and Mausoleum of Saint Abu Bakr Kaffal Shashi (15th century);
• Visit to Chorsu Bazaar, Tashkent’s most well-established bazaar that includes a large selection of traditional Uzbek ceramics, jewelry, handbags, garments and more;
• Ride on the Tashkent Metro, an immaculate subway system with each station decorated in colored mosaics and ceramics to depict a specific theme;
• Walk through Amir Timur Square, with a massive statue of none other than Tamerlane himself at the center;
• Independence Square, including the moving Mourning Mother Monument and the Eternal Flame, burning continuously in memory of more than half a million Uzbek soldiers who died during World War II;
• Drive to the Sacred Heart Cathedral, a 20th century Roman Catholic Church with beautiful stained-glass windows and Gothic-style architecture;
• Tour of the Applied Arts Museum, an informative collection of Uzbekistan’s finest handicrafts housed in an ornately decorated villa.

• Excursion at Kunya-Ark Fortress, the inner citadel of Ichan Kala (Ichan-Qala);
• Kalta Minor Tower, once destined to be one of the tallest minarets in Central Asia;
• Muhammad Amin-Khan, the biggest medieval madrasah and educational institution in Khiva;
• Muhammad Rahim-Khan Madrasah, a sprawling complex that once stood as one of the largest in all Central Asia;
• Juma Mosque, built with 212 wooden columns and a minaret 32.5 m high;
• Tash-Hauli Palace (Stone Courtyard Palace), which resembles a fortress with high battlements, towers and garrisoned gates;
• Necropolis of Pahlavan Mahmud, the ancient religious center of Ichan Kala;
• Minaret and madrasah of Islam Khodja, the vizier of the last khan. The complex consists of a madrasah and a minaret whose top platform has a height of 45m.

• Samanids Mausoleum (9-10th centuries), the most ancient brick building in Central Asia.
• Bolo-Khauz Complex, consisting of an artfully decorated 18th century mosque, a minaret and reservoirs that once provided water for the entire city.
• The Ark Fortress (4th century), the ancient center of Bukharin statehood and currently home to a small museum.
• Ulugbek Madrasah (15th century) and Abdulazizkhan Madrasah (17th century), these relatively untouched religious schools have remained crudely intact through the passing of time.
• Poi Kalyan Ensemble (12-16th centuries), consisting of the Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque, Amir-Allimkhan Madrasah and Miri-Arab Madrasah. Includes an active madrassah, one of the most esteemed Islamic universities of ancient times and a ‘Tower of Death’ minaret where criminals were formerly executed.
• Four Trade Domes (15-16th centuries): Toqi Zargaron, Toqi Sarrafon,Toqi Telpak Furushon and Tim Abdulla Khan, where you can join your traveling predecessors in purchasing carpets, jewelry, fabrics, ceramics and other handmade souvenirs inside these domes.
• Magoki-Attori Mosque, the oldest mosque in Bukhara (12th century), is considered a masterpiece of Bukharin architecture.
• The Lyabi-Hauz ensemble holds the largest artificial reservoir of medieval Bukhara (14-17th centuries) and includes the Khanaka and Kukeldash Madrassahs (16th century), and the Nadir Divan Beghi Madrassah (16th century).

Recommended places to visit in Bukhara during your free time:

• Chor Minor ("Four Minarets"), an unusual madrasah built by Niyazkul in the 18th century, whose four minarets are said to reflect the four major world religions of that period;
• Emir's Summer Residence, Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa (19th century), a unique site boasting of a blend of Oriental and Russian architecture;
• Fayzulla Khodjaev House Museum, a house model representing the residential architecture in Bukhara.
• Bakhautdin Naqsband Mausoleum, an ensemble dedicated to the founder of the Sufi Order "Naqshbandia"; the site includes a mausoleum, mosque, pond, and museum;

• Gur Emir, the mausoleum of Tamerlane and Mirzo Ulugbek.
• Registan Square, the social and commercial center of Samarkand for centuries and Samarkand’s most famous site today. The square includes three madrasahs: Ulugbek Madrasah (15th century), Sher-Dor Madrasah (17th century) and Tilla-Kori Madrasah (17th century).
• Siab Bazaar, a multi-level complex where you can shop for souvenirs and sample sweets, fruits and Samarkand’s famous bread.
• Bibi Khanum Mosque, built by Tamerlane for his favorite wife.
• Shakhi-Zinda, a burial complex built between the 9th-14th centuries. Climb the blue-domed path and explore more than 20 small mausoleums that line the broad alleyway.
• Ulugbek Observatory, the remains of a 14th-15th century sextant, and its accompanying museum on the astronomer’s life

Recommended places to visit in Samarkand during your free time:

• Visit to the excavation site and museum of the ancient city Afrasiab;
• Tour of the mausoleum of Khodja Daniyar, believed to be the tomb of the prophet Daniel, whose remains were brought here by Tamerlane;
• Konigil Village to observe the traditional way of making Samarkand paper from mulberry leaves;
• Excursion to the Oriental Silk Carpet Factory to see firsthand how top-quality carpets are created.

Are you planning to travel to Uzbekistan? Here are some important things to keep in mind before traveling to Uzbekistan Group Tour:

• Passport and Visa requirements: Make sure your passport is valid for at least six months from the date of your trip. Visitors to Uzbekistan typically need a visa to enter the country. Check with the Uzbekistan embassy or consulate in your country for the most up-to-date visa requirements and application process. European countries have a visa free regime for up to 30 days. You may also get an electronic tourist visa at www.e-visa.gov.uz
• Currency: The official currency of Uzbekistan is the Uzbek som. It's recommended to exchange money at authorized exchange points or banks to avoid scams or counterfeit bills. You may also get cash from an ATM machine.
• Climate: Uzbekistan has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. Travelers should pack accordingly based on the season and region they plan to visit.
• Language: The official language of Uzbekistan is Uzbek, although Russian is also widely spoken. English is not widely spoken, so it's a good idea to learn some basic Uzbek or Russian phrases.
• Transportation: Taxis are a common way to get around in Uzbekistan, but travelers should negotiate the fare beforehand. Public transportation is also available, but it can be crowded and confusing for non-locals.
• Electrical Outlets: The electrical outlets in Uzbekistan are Type C and F, with a voltage of 220V. Visitors may need a plug adapter to use their electronic devices.
• Country Info: Capital city - Tashkent, Population - 35 million people, Time zone: + 5 hours, International dialing code: +998