UZBEKISTAN…THE JEWEL OF THE SILK ROAD
TASHKENT - KHIVA - BUKHARA - SAMARKAND - SHAKHRISABZ
May 02 - May 14, 2025
Led by STS Tour Lecturer / Manager
Uzbekistan is a doubly noncoastal country located in Central Asia that borders the countries of Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan. Uzbekistan has a speckled landscape that includes an undulating sandy desert, mountains along the border with Tajikistan, and the Aral Sea in the west. Journey back to the days of the Great Silk Road on a 10-day Premium adventure through Uzbekistan. Explore the cosmopolitan capital of Tashkent, marvel at glorious architecture in Samarkand, discover the holy sites of Bukhara and visit the ancient monuments of Khiva. Encounter a friendly welcome at every turn, and get to know the ins and outs of a traditional Uzbek village. From medieval cities to charismatic communities, a lot is awaiting you.
Can be combined with Turkmenistan tour (April 18 - May 02, 2025)
Tour cost (Land only): $4,795.00
per person sharing in double occupancy
Single Supplement: $695.00
Price based on group size minimum of 6 participants and maximum of 12 participants
Trip Grade: II Lodging Level: ***-****
Tour Includes:
All transfers by comfortable air-conditioned tourist class motor coach.
Accommodation at mentioned superior 4* Hotels or similar on bed and breakfast basis.
Meals as per the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner).
Entrance fees to the sites, museums, mausoleums as per itinerary.
English speaking professional escort guide.
Domestic air ticket Tashkent to Khiva based on economy class.
Train tickets Tashkent - Kokand - Tashkent.
Domestic flight Tashkent - Nukus (economy class).
Water during the day.
All Porterage, gratuities to guide, drivers, and porters (provided minimum number of travelers is reached).
Tour Does Not Include:
International air USA - Tashkent / Samarkand-USA.
Consular fees for the Uzbekistan visa.
Any charges for additional services in Hotels.
Photography and video fees.
Any PCR test required pre-arrival & pre-departure.
Tips & gratuities to drivers, guides, restaurant staff, etc., (suggested $15/day for guide and $10/day for driver).
Items of personal nature (camera fees at sites, laundry, phone calls, emails, excess luggage, etc.).
Beverages or any alcoholic drinks.
Dayroom/overnights necessitated by changes in airline schedules or early arrival.
Any additional costs due to inflation, fuel costs, additional taxes or supplier’s increase.
Travel protection insurance.
(HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
Trip Grade:
II Active - Some hikes, slightly more demanding walks at or to sites, few elevations, comfortable but busy schedule and some long rides and extensive drives.
Lodging Level:
***Superior: Lodges and hotels with additional amenities, refined service and comfort level acceptable to western standards. (3 or 4 stars)
****Luxury: Regular style- usually large- hotels, typical western standard with ample venues, and full amenities. (4 or 5 stars)
