4-Day Uzbekistan Adventure: Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva

Day 1: Tashkent Arrival

Tashkent, Uzbekistan on April 16, 2025

8:00AM

Arrival at Tashkent International Airport

Arrive in Tashkent, the capital city of Uzbekistan, and prepare to start your cultural journey.
Included in flight, 1 hour

10:00AM

Breakfast at Cafe Navigator

Enjoy a traditional Uzbek breakfast including fresh bread and tea at this popular local spot.
UZS50000, 1 hour

11:30AM

Visit Khast Imam Complex

Explore this important religious and historical complex housing ancient manuscripts including the Uthman Quran.
UZS40000, 2 hours

2:00PM

Lunch at Afsona Restaurant

Sample authentic Uzbek dishes like plov and shurpa in a charming setting.
UZS70000, 1 hour

3:30PM

Visit Chorsu Bazaar

Experience the hustle and bustle of the vibrant market offering spices, textiles, and local delicacies.
Free entry, 1.5 hours

5:30PM

Stroll through Amir Timur Square

Relax in the city’s central square featuring the statue of the national hero, Amir Timur.
Free, 30 minutes

7:00PM

Dinner at Caravan Restaurant

Dine on traditional Uzbek cuisine with a modern twist in a lovely ambiance near the city center.
UZS90000, 1.5 hours
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Day 2: Samarkand Highlights

Samarkand, Uzbekistan on April 17, 2025

7:00AM

Breakfast at hotel in Tashkent

Have an early breakfast to prepare for a day of travel and sightseeing.
Included in hotel stay, 1 hour

8:00AM

Train from Tashkent to Samarkand

Take the high-speed Afrosiyob train to Samarkand, approximately 2 hours journey.
USD15, 2 hours

10:30AM

Registan Square

Explore the magnificent Registan ensemble with its stunning madrasahs decorated with intricate tilework.
USD10, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Platan Restaurant

Enjoy a mix of Uzbek and international cuisine in a relaxing garden setting.
USD12, 1 hour

2:30PM

Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum

Visit the mausoleum of Timur the Lame, an architectural masterpiece and historic burial site.
USD5, 1 hour

4:00PM

Bibi-Khanym Mosque

Marvel at one of the largest mosques of the Islamic world from the 15th century.
USD5, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Karimbek Restaurant

Taste traditional Uzbek dishes such as samsa and lagman in a family-style atmosphere.
USD15, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Overnight stay in Samarkand

Rest at a comfortable hotel to prepare for the next day’s journey.
USD50, 8 hours
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Day 3: Bukhara Heritage

Bukhara, Uzbekistan on April 18, 2025

7:00AM

Early Breakfast in Samarkand

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast before the trip to Bukhara.
Included in hotel, 1 hour

8:00AM

Drive/train to Bukhara

Travel to Bukhara by train or car, around 4 hours; trains depart morning times.
USD20, 4 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Chinar Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Uzbek cuisine with a focus on Bukhara specialties in a cozy setting.
USD15, 1 hour

2:00PM

Poi Kalyan Complex

Explore the iconic minaret and surrounding mosque and madrasahs in the heart of Bukhara's old city.
USD10, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Ark Fortress

Visit the ancient fortress which was the residence of Bukhara’s rulers for centuries.
USD8, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Minzifa Restaurant

Experience authentic Central Asian cuisine in a beautiful traditional setting.
USD15, 1.5 hours

8:00PM

Overnight stay in Bukhara

Rest at a local hotel to recharge for the final day.
USD45, 8 hours
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Day 4: Khiva Excursion & Return

Khiva to Tashkent, Uzbekistan on April 19, 2025

6:00AM

Early Breakfast in Bukhara

Start with a quick breakfast to prepare for the day’s journey to Khiva.
Included in hotel, 1 hour

7:00AM

Drive from Bukhara to Khiva

Travel approximately 4-5 hours by car through beautiful desert landscapes.
USD60, 5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch in Khiva at Cafe Terrassa

Dine overlooking historic walls with local specialties and refreshing drinks.
USD15, 1 hour

1:30PM

Explore Ichan Kala (Khiva Old Town)

Tour the UNESCO World Heritage walled inner town with impressive madrasahs, minarets, and palaces.
USD12, 3 hours

4:30PM

Drive back to Tashkent by domestic flight or overnight train

Take an evening flight (if available) or prepare for night train back to Tashkent to catch your flight home.
USD70 flight, 1 hour flight or 12 hours by train

7:30PM

Dinner in Khiva or on train

Have a light dinner either in Khiva before departure or onboard the train.
USD10, 1 hour
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