New Year's Individual Tour to Uzbekistan: Samarkand and Bukhara
A 5-day tour immersing you in the winter atmosphere of Samarkand and Bukhara. Admire ancient UNESCO monuments in festive decorations, experience warm Uzbek hospitality, and spend unforgettable holidays in the ambiance of Eastern fairy tales.
When:
- Specially for New Year holidays: December 29 - January 10
Group Size:
- Individual
Transport:
- Airplane, high-speed train "Afrosiyob," private ground transportation within cities
Route:
- Samarkand — Bukhara
Convenient Logistics
Modern high-speed trains between cities, a developed network of 3-4* hotels, and English-speaking guides.
Warm Hospitality
You will be welcomed as an honored guest: from family-run guesthouses to craft workshops with centuries-old traditions.
Living Crafts
Secrets of Rishtan ceramics, Bukhara silk carpets, blue-and-turquoise majolica – masterclasses included in the tours.
Culinary Delight
Legendary plov, fragrant flatbreads, juicy melons. Masterclasses from chefs in authentic teahouses.
Treasure Trove of History
4 UNESCO World Heritage sites along the route: Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, and Shahrisabz. Immersion into the eras of Tamerlane and the Silk Road.
Why Uzbekistan?
Daily Tour Program
Day 1 — Samarkand
Winter Samarkand and magical night light show
Airport meet-and-greet, transfer and hotel check-in (after 2:00 PM). Free time. Evening immersion in festive atmosphere at "Eternal City" Tourist Center featuring Uzbekistan's finest crafts. Evening highlight – unforgettable light show at legendary Registan Square (starting at 8:00 PM). Overnight in Samarkand.
Day 2 — Samarkand-Bukhara
Mesmerizing beauty of blue domes in winter
Full day historical immersion: ancient Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, majestic Registan Square (daytime), magnificent Bibi-Khanum Mosque, Gur-Emir Mausoleum and colorful Siab Bazaar with New Year sweets. After full day – transfer to station and evening journey by high-speed train "Afrosiyob" (or comfortable car) to mysterious Bukhara. Meet-and-greet and check-in upon arrival. Overnight in Bukhara.
Day 3 — Bukhara
City where history comes alive at every step
Introduction to Bukhara – spiritual center of the East. Discover: Bolo-Hauz Mosque, majestic Po-i-Kalyan Complex (Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque, Miri-Arab Madrasah). Afternoon: Magoki-Attori Mosque, Ulugbek and Abdulaziz Khan madrasahs, ancient trading domes and city heart – Lyab-i Hauz Complex. Free evening for walks through festively decorated city. Overnight in Bukhara.
Day 4 — Bukhara
Secrets of authentic plov and Sufi spirit
Craft secrets: "Adras" silk carpet and fabric workshop, unique Chor-Minor Madrasah and luxurious Faizulla Khodjaev House Museum. New Year plov cooking masterclass in traditional house! Afternoon excursion to suburbs: Bahauddin Naqshbandi Necropolis and Sitorai Mohi-Hosa Palace. Evening free. Overnight in Bukhara.
Day 5 — Bukhara: Farewell
Warm memories of Uzbekistan
Hotel breakfast. Free time for last-minute shopping or walks. Transfer to Bukhara airport (2.5 hours before flight). Departure home with bright New Year impressions of Uzbekistan!
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Tour Program
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You can choose these and many other hotels for accommodation. Hotels may also change based on availability.
Where We Stay
Shaxzoda Elite 4* Samarkand
Shaxzoda Elite 4 in Samarkand (2.3 km from the center) is a modern hotel with 40 rooms for your perfect stay. Each room is equipped with air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, and everything you need for a comfortable stay.
Enjoy your time at the bar, restaurant, fitness center, or in the on-site garden. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Parking is provided for guests with cars. Check-in is from 2:00 PM, check-out is until 12:00 PM. Luggage storage and room service are available.
Included in the tour package
Enjoy your time at the bar, restaurant, fitness center, or in the on-site garden. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Parking is provided for guests with cars. Check-in is from 2:00 PM, check-out is until 12:00 PM. Luggage storage and room service are available.
Included in the tour package
Omar Khayyam Hotel. Bukhara
Situated in Bukhara, this hotel features a bar, garden, and terrace. Guests have access to a restaurant, 24-hour reception, and free Wi-Fi. Room service is available. The hotel also offers an ATM, business center, and currency exchange.
Every room is equipped with a wardrobe. All rooms include a writing desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom.
Included in the tour package
Every room is equipped with a wardrobe. All rooms include a writing desk, flat-screen TV, and private bathroom.
Included in the tour package
Get to know our fleet! We use reliable and comfortable transportation: high-speed "Afrosiyob" trains for long distances, modern high-capacity buses for group trips, and minibuses for private tours. Your safety and comfort are our priority.
How We Travel
What’s Not Included
What’s Included and
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International flights
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Entrance fees to museums and monuments (~$70 per person for all sites on the current program)
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Tourist tax (~$3-4.5 per person per night. Payable at the hotel upon check-in.)
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Single room supplement for groups of 2+ people - $25 per night (3* hotels)
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Photo and video fees inside monuments
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Various purchases: fabrics, souvenirs, paintings, etc.
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Early check-in (+$20 per person for double occupancy)
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Lunch and dinner (~$30 per day per person at local cafes/restaurants, local cuisine, excluding alcohol)
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Insurance
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Business class flight or train tickets, if economy class is unavailable (for those booking less than 30 days in advance)
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Porterage at hotels
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Tips for guides and drivers
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Accommodation in hotels (3*/4*/Boutique) in twin rooms with breakfast
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Comfortable air-conditioned transportation for all tourist routes
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Tickets for domestic high-speed trains "Afrosiyob" or "Shark" (Tashkent - Samarkand - Bukhara)
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Guide-excursion leaders in each city throughout the journey
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Plov cooking masterclass in Bukhara or Samarkand
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24/7 support
What’s Included and What’s Not Included
Not Included:
✗
International flights
✗
Entrance fees to museums and monuments (~$70 per person for all sites on the current program)
✗
Tourist tax (~$3-4.5 per person per night. Payable at the hotel upon check-in.)
✗
Single room supplement for groups of 2+ people - $25 per night (3* hotels)
✗
Photo and video fees inside monuments
✗
Various purchases: fabrics, souvenirs, paintings, etc.
✗
Early check-in (+$20 per person for double occupancy)
✗
Lunch and dinner (~$30 per day per person at local cafes/restaurants, local cuisine, excluding alcohol)
✗
Insurance
✗
Business class flight or train tickets, if economy class is unavailable (for those booking less than 30 days in advance)
✗
Porterage at hotels
✗
Tips for guides and drivers
Included:
✓
Accommodation in hotels (3*/4*/Boutique) in twin rooms with breakfast
✓
Comfortable air-conditioned transportation for all tourist routes
✓
Tickets for domestic high-speed trains "Afrosiyob" or "Shark" (Tashkent - Samarkand - Bukhara)
✓
Guide-excursion leaders in each city throughout the journey
✓
Plov cooking masterclass in Bukhara or Samarkand
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24/7 support
See the country as our travelers see it: majestic architecture, colorful markets, hospitable people, and unforgettable moments. These are not just photos — these are real impressions.
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A huge thank you to "Silk Road Voyages" for the excellent organization of our journey along the route Tashkent - Samarkand - Bukhara. Special thanks to the guides (Madina, Malika, Alfiya) for their professionalism, respect, and love for the culture and history of their country, and to the drivers for their punctuality and attentive attitude towards our group.
OLGA K
We recommend this tour operator. We were met on time, transfers were comfortable, clean, and air-conditioned. Breakfasts were standard, with options to choose from. The rooms are truly luxurious for this price, with hotels located in the historical parts of the cities.
MARINA
I contacted "Silk Road Voyages" to organize a vacation for me and my colleagues. I thought they only handled inbound tourism to Uzbekistan. But here you can buy tours all over the world. The office is in the center of Bukhara. My friends and I bought a tour to Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt. We stayed at the Rixos Radamis hotel and were provided with a Deluxe room with a garden view.
AZIZA G
Our journey with Silk Road Voyages was organized as an individual tour, including not only cities in Uzbekistan but also Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan. The entire route was well thought out. We were met and seen off with special warmth and care. Excellent hotels that are a pleasure to stay in.
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Final payment for the tour is due several days before the start of the journey.
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