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£2795

The Golden Road to Samarkand

SOLO GROUP DEPARTURE AVAILABLE
14 March 2025, 27 June 2025, 31 October 2025, 07 November 2025, 13 March 2026, 26 June 2026, 13 November 2026

Experience Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities, from metropolitan Tashkent to Old Khiva’s towers and cupolas, across the Kyzylkum Desert to beautiful Bukhara, and into exotic Samarkand

Start in Tashkent, at once a multi-ethnic metropolis, commercial hub, farmers’ market town and exporter of textiles; in short, Uzbekistan in microcosm. Khiva’s afficionados wax lyrical about the UNESCO listed ‘old town’, where 300 houses and monuments huddle within fortress walls. Travel from Khiva to Bukhara into the timeless, tranquil landscape of the Kyzylkum Desert; its red sand ridges punctuated with small oasis settlements. Bukhara’s entire medieval masterpiece forms its core, complete with labyrinthine lanes, azure onion domes and bastions of the Ark Fortress. At the crossroads of cultures and trade routes, Samarkand reflects exotic architectural styles, where monuments hem huge squares, intricately paved alleys run between mosaicked façades, and silks and spices spill scent and colour through the city’s bazaar.

Overview

  • Flight  - 1 night
  • Tashkent  - 1 night
  • Khiva  - 2 nights
  • Bukhara  - 3 nights
  • Samarkand  - 3 nights
  • Tashkent  - 1 night
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Tour Highlights

  • 3 UNESCO Sites
  • Enjoy Itchan Kala / Khiva walled city
  • Visit the delights of Bukhara
  • Samarkand and Registan Square
  • Optional visit to Shakhrisabz
  • Optional performance in Tashkent

Experience Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities, from metropolitan Tashkent to Old Khiva’s towers and cupolas, across the Kyzylkum Desert to beautiful Bukhara, and into exotic Samarkand

Notes:

Shah-I-Zinda (Day 9) monument involves many steps.

Travel between the cities by road, whilst being a classic way to experience the country, involves some long journeys with only limited opportunities for comfort breaks.

The order of sightseeing tours may vary in accordance with local conditions.

On Day 11 - due to limited luggage capacity on the high-speed train, luggage will travel by road to Tashkent and will be waiting at the hotel upon arrival. 

Uzbekistan Airways offer a ‘no frills’ service, they do include a meal though you may notice a difference in their standards compared to other airlines.

Accommodation

Hampton by Hilton - Tashkent

A 4-star hotel in central Tashkent. Restaurant, bar and WiFi (free). 175 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities and satellite TV.

Asia Hotel - Khiva

A quiet 3-star hotel well-located in the old town just outside the city walls. Restaurant, bar, pool (seasonal) and WiFi (free). 129 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, mini-bar and satellite TV.

Devon Begi Hotel - Bukhara

A 3-star hotel within walking distance of the Lyabi-Khauz. Restaurants, bar, pool and 20 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.

Zarafshon Parkside - Samarkand

A 4-star hotel, in the heart of Samarkand close to the old town with restaurant, pool (seasonal), gym and WiFi (free). 55 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, fridge, kettle, safe and satellite TV.

Latifa Begim Hotel - Bukhara

A 3-star hotel within walking distance of the Lyabi-Khauz. WiFi (free) and air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, kettle, fridge and satellite TV.

Kosh Havuz - Samarkand

Within walking distance of Registan Square, this 3-star hotel has a restaurant, bar, rooftop jacuzzi and WiFi (free). 32 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar, kettle and TV.

Dilimah Hotel - Samarkand

A 4-star hotel with restaurant, bar, pool and WiFi (free). 41 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.
Notes:

Hotels in Uzbekistan are simple and unpretentious but well-located with a restaurant, bar and air-conditioned rooms with private facilities and satellite TV. From time to time, there may be water and electricity shortages and, on occasion, alternative hotels may be used. WiFi (free) is available at all hotels on the tour, although can be intermittent depending on local conditions. Food is based on fresh local produce and is nutritious but can be repetitive.

Extension Options

Ferghana Extension

Travel by road to this scenic and fertile valley for one night hotel in Ferghana, one night in Kokand and one night in Tashkent with breakfast and dinner daily.

Terra Nova Hotel - Ferghana

A 3-star hotel about 5 minutes’ walk to the centre of Ferghana. Restaurant and WiFi (free). 34 air-conditioned rooms with private facilities, hairdryer, tea/coffee-making facilities, mini-fridge and TV.

Hampton by Hilton - Tashkent

A 4-star hotel in central Tashkent. Restaurant, bar and WiFi (free). 175 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities and satellite TV.

Silk Road Hotel - Kokand

A 3-star hotel in Kokand town with restaurant, bar, garden and WiFi (free). 36 rooms with air-conditioning, mini-bar, tea/coffee making facilities and satellite TV.

Extra Nights

Stay in Tashkent before you start your tour or before flying back to the UK

Extra nights are on request, please call to discuss your requirements

Hampton by Hilton
(per night) £75 
Single supplement £55 (£45 2026)

Hampton by Hilton - Tashkent

A 4-star hotel in central Tashkent. Restaurant, bar and WiFi (free). 175 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-fridge, tea/coffee-making facilities and satellite TV.

Optional Excursions

From £18pp

Navoi Theatre Performance

Enjoy an opera, ballet or theatre performance in a state-of-the-Art historical Navoi theatre. The repertoire includes both national Uzbek and European classic opera and ballet carefully cherishing the cultural heritage developed and obtained locally from the previous epoch and developing it into modern trends.

Dates & Prices

per person in a twin/double room

Fri 14 Mar 2025
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Fri 28 Mar 2025
From London Heathrow
  • 4 Places Remaining
Fri 11 Apr 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 18 Apr 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 25 Apr 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 02 May 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 09 May 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 16 May 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 06 Jun 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 27 Jun 2025
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Fri 11 Jul 2025
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (4 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 15 Aug 2025
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (1 Room Remaining)
Fri 05 Sep 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 12 Sep 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 19 Sep 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 26 Sep 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 03 Oct 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 10 Oct 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 17 Oct 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 24 Oct 2025
From London Heathrow
Fri 31 Oct 2025
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Fri 07 Nov 2025
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Fri 14 Nov 2025
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (4 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 13 Mar 2026
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Fri 27 Mar 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (3 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 10 Apr 2026
From London Heathrow
Fri 17 Apr 2026
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  • No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 24 Apr 2026
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Fri 01 May 2026
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Fri 08 May 2026
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Fri 22 May 2026
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Fri 05 Jun 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (4 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 26 Jun 2026
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Fri 10 Jul 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (4 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 04 Sep 2026
From London Heathrow
Fri 11 Sep 2026
From London Heathrow
Fri 18 Sep 2026
From London Heathrow
Fri 25 Sep 2026
From London Heathrow
Fri 02 Oct 2026
From London Heathrow
Fri 09 Oct 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (2 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 16 Oct 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (3 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 23 Oct 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (3 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 06 Nov 2026
From London Heathrow
  • No Single Supplement (5 Rooms Remaining)
Fri 13 Nov 2026
From London Heathrow
  • Solo Group Departure
Price Includes:

Air travel and taxes, transfers, 10 nights' accommodation, breakfast daily, 1 lunch & 9 dinners, itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.

Not Included:

Travel insurance, visa procurement, optional excursions, overseas airport taxes, tipping, any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.

Supplements per person

Single Supplement
  • No Single Supplement (limited availability)
  • 2025: Mar 14, Jun 27, Jul, Aug, Oct 31, Nov
  • 2026: Mar, Apr 17, Jun, Jul, Oct 09, Oct 16, Oct 23, Nov

  • 2025: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct
  • £465
  • 2026: Apr, May, Sep, Oct
  • £395
Privately Guided
  • Privately guided options available, £1245 per person (based on 2 people)
  • On request, please call
Optional Excursions
  • Navoi Theatre Performance (2025, 2026)
  • £18
Tour Only
  • Save
  • up to £595
  • Arrival or departure transfer
  • £17
Extension Options
  • Ferghana Extension (3 nights )
  • 2025: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
  • £945
  • 2026: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov
  • £825
  • Single Supplement
  • 2025: Mar, Apr 29, May 13, May 27, Jul 08, Sep 23, Oct 07, Oct 21, Nov
  • £95
  • 2025: Apr 08, Apr 22, May 06, May 20, Jun, Jul 22, Aug, Sep 16, Sep 30, Oct 14, Oct 28
  • £85
  • 2026: Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Sep, Oct, Nov
  • £85

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