Uzbekistan 7-Day Cultural & Rural Adventure

This 7-day journey combines classic Silk Road cities with authentic rural experiences. Start in Tashkent, travel through Samarkand and the Nurata mountains, and end in beautiful Bukhara before flying back to the capital. The tour is ideal for cultural travelers, nature lovers, and small groups.

• Visit Tashkent, Samarkand, Hayat village in the Nurata Mountains and Bukhara.
• Enjoy village hospitality, vegetarian-friendly meals and soft hiking in the mountains.
• Travel in comfort with private transport and flight Bukhara–Tashkent.
• Guided tours at key historical sites and free time to explore on your own.

• Arrival in Tashkent International Airport.
• Meet & greet and private transfer to the hotel.
• Check-in and time to rest after the flight.
• Evening at leisure or optional dinner (own expense).

Accommodation: Tashkent – hotel with breakfast

• City highlights in Tashkent, including Chorsu Bazaar.
• Wine tasting at Uzum Fermer Winery.
• Drive to Zarkent village: traditional dance and pottery demonstration.
• Vegetarian lunch with a local family.
• Scenic stop at Charvak Lake on the way.

Accommodation: Tashkent – hotel with breakfast

• Drive to Samarkand (approx. 4.5 hours).
• City tour: Registan Square and Gur-e Amir Mausoleum.
• Visit Ulugh Beg Observatory and Siab Bazaar.

Accommodation: Samarkand – hotel with breakfast

• Visit Shah-i-Zinda necropolis.
• Stop at the Jewish Cemetery & Synagogue.
• Drive to Konigil village for traditional paper-making and bread-baking experience.

Accommodation: Samarkand – hotel with breakfast

• Drive to Hayat village in the Nurata Mountains (approx. 4 hours).
• Explore local ruins and enjoy a short scenic walk.
• Visit a local family and learn about village life.
• Vegetarian dinner and overnight in a guesthouse.

Accommodation: Hayat village – guesthouse with dinner & breakfast

• Visit the sacred tree near Hayat village.
• Drive to Bukhara (approx. 4.5 hours).
• Arrival and free evening in the Old Town.

Accommodation: Bukhara – hotel with breakfast

• Sightseeing in Bukhara: Lyabi-Hauz, Trading Domes, Poi-Kalon Complex.
• Visit the Ark Fortress, Bolo Hauz Mosque and Samanid Mausoleum.
• Evening flight to Tashkent (Silk Avia) and transfer to hotel or onward connection.

Accommodation: Depends on flight schedule (option to add extra night in Tashkent).

• Accommodation in hotels and guesthouse (standard rooms, shared twin/double).
• Local English-speaking guides where specified.
• Private transportation according to the program.
• Flight Bukhara → Tashkent (Silk Avia or similar).
• All entrance fees to sites mentioned in the itinerary.
• Airport and hotel transfers.
• Breakfasts at hotels; dinner at Hayat village guesthouse.

• International flights to / from Uzbekistan.
• Travel / medical insurance.
• Lunches and dinners (except where mentioned; vegetarian options available).
• Tips for guides and drivers.
• Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks, laundry, etc.).

Single supplement: $240 per person (for a private room throughout the tour).