Samarkand, where the East begins
| Duration: | 4 days, 3 nights |
| Cities: | Samarkand |
| Airline: | Aeroflot/HY for the option with a tour from Bukhara |
| Minimum group size: | 2 people |
| Cost | $440 |
| August: 15, 22,29 | September: 12,19,26 | December: 5, 12, 19, 26 | March: 6, 13, 20, 27 | June: 5, 12, 19, 26 |
| October: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | January: 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | April: 3, 10, 17, 24 | July: 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 | |
| November: 7, 14, 21, 28 | February: 6, 13, 20, 27 | May: 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | August: 7, 14, 21, 28 |
| Hotel category TOURIST | Wellfort / Platan / Grand Samarkand / Wellness | |
| Early check-in surcharge SNG | + 80US$ | |
| Early check-in surcharge TWN/DBL | + 50US$ | |
| Additional night SNG | SNG +80US$ | TWN/DBL +100US$ |
| UPGRADED hotels | Movenpick / Kosh Havuz /Savitsky Plaza | |
| Surcharge for accommodation during the tour | SNG +200US$ | TWN/DBL +105US$ на чел. |
| Additional night | SNG +140US$ | TWN/DBL +160US$ |
Regular tours from Moscow to Samarkand on Fridays in 2025-2026
Immerse yourself in the heart of the Great Silk Road — on a journey through Samarkand, where history
comes alive in every arch, dome, and street. These cities are not just architectural gems, but living chronicles of civilizations that have intersected here for centuries. Ancient madrasas, majestic mosques, oriental bazaars, and warm Uzbek hospitality await you. Discover the magic of the East — where fairy tales become reality.
Meet at the airport for flight SU1984 at 6:00 a.m., transfer to the hotel.
Check-in at 2:00 p.m. (early check-in available for an additional fee). Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 a.m. – Start of the tour of Samarkand. Main attractions: Registan Square – the heart of ancient Samarkand. It includes three magnificent madrasahs: Ulugbek Madrasah (15th century) – the center of astronomy and science under Tamerlane’s grandson. Tilla-Kari Madrasah (17th century) – decorated with gilded arches. Sher-Dor Madrasah (17th century) – famous for its depiction of lions, which is unusual for Islamic architecture. Bibi Khanum Mosque (1399-1405) – Tamerlane’s cathedral mosque, built in honor of his victorious campaign in India and named after Amir Timur’s beloved wife. Siab Bazaar – a walk through the Eastern Bazaar, buying spices, hot flatbreads, and local sweets.
5:00 p.m. – End of the tour and transfer to the hotel to rest.
Dinner is on your own.
Optional after dinner: evening tour of the Gur-Emir Mausoleum (15th century) – the tomb of Amir Timur. Tamerlane himself rests here, as well as his sons and grandsons. The beautifully lit mausoleum building hides amazing stories that can only be heard when the sounds of the day fade away – +$15 per person.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning. Continuation of the tour of Samarkand (11:00-13:00): Shahi-Zinda Complex (11th-14th centuries) – an ensemble of mausoleums of noble persons and relatives of Tamerlane, decorated with bright blue tiles. Ulugbek Observatory – a unique 15th-century scientific center where the great astronomer observed the stars.
Lunch at the Plov Center – only here can you try authentic Samarkand plov,
distinguished by its unique taste.
After lunch, the excursion program continues: Afrosiab Museum — an archaeological chronicle of ancient Samarkand, dating back to the 7th century BC.
Optional: Walking tour with audio guides — Invisible Samarkand. This is a unique journey through the city, in which you become not just a spectator, but a part of history. In your headphones, you will hear the voice of the main character, who returns to his native Samarkand after many years. His memories, music, and the sounds of the city will accompany you through the famous and hidden streets. You will start your journey in the courtyard of the Bibi-Khanum Mosque, receive headphones, and follow a route full of emotions, interactivity, and unexpected twists and turns. Duration: about 100 minutes – +$30 per person
Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel.
On this day, you can take excursions to neighboring cities: Bukhara, Shakhrisabz, or Tashkent, which will complement and enrich your tour of Uzbekistan. Or you can stay in Samarkand and get to know it even better.
🕊 Morning. City tour: The tomb of Saint Daniel — a revered place of pilgrimage respected by Muslims, Christians, and Jews. Meros Silk Paper Factory — an introduction to an ancient craft that has survived since the days of the Great Silk Road.
Visit to the Silk Road complex and the Eternal City — a mini installation of Uzbekistan.
Optional: Bagizagan wine tasting in the tasting room. A professional tasting awaits you in the wine room: from light whites to rich reds, including the famous Peri wines and dessert varieties inspired by Eastern sweetness. The wine is served with light snacks and a cheese plate that highlight the flavor palette of the drinks – $35 per person.
Transfer to the hotel.
Overnight at the hotel.
05:00 – Transfer to Samarkand Airport SU1985 07:00-09:20 for departure home.
05:00 – Transfer to Samarkand Airport SU1985 07:00-09:20 for departure home.
Accommodation in a TWN/DBL room with breakfast:
Samarkand 3 nights
All transfers in a comfortable car
Samarkand pilaf lunch
Excursion program with Russian-speaking guides
Entrance tickets to the specified monuments
Additional services not included in the program
Lunches and dinners not specified in the program
Bagizagan wine tasting
Invisible Samarkand excursion
Fees for cameras and video recording at monuments
All personal expenses, tips for guides, drivers, and porters at hotels
Prices
Popular tours
Tour request
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- Prices are calculated based on the rates and their conditions currently in force. Any changes in rates, introduction of new taxes or “service charges”, currency fluctuations may vary our quotes.
- We close all groups 45 days before departure. In case of last minute reservations, always check hotel availability.
- If the hotels indicated in the program are not available on the date of reservation, other hotels will be reserved based on availability.
- Hotels in Uzbekistan are very simple, low-rise buildings without elevators.
- The hotel classification is based on Uzbek regulations – most hotels (80%) are private, without stars. The quality of the hotels does not correspond to European hotel quality.
- As a general rule, rooms can be used from 2 pm on the day of arrival and must be vacated before 12 pm on the day of departure.
- Meals during the route are provided in local restaurants.
- Please remember that the restaurants are not reserved exclusively for the group, which is why when hiring additional services such as Folklore Show, it may coincide with other groups and even with other shows and events.
- The company is not responsible for weather conditions during the route.
- Passport copies for train tickets must be presented 62 days before the train operation (read detailed information below)
- Passport copies for plane tickets must be presented 46 days before the flight operation (read detailed information below)
- The itinerary is subject to changes depending on changes that the railway lines may make in their schedules and days of operation of the trains.
- The itinerary is subject to changes depending on changes that the airlines may make in their schedules and days of operation of the flights.
- Domestic flights allow a baggage allowance of 23 kg in the hold and 8 kg in the cabin.
UZBEKISTAN RAILWAYS:
Due to new regulations, train tickets must be personal, which is why we require the passenger’s data as it appears in the passport or a copy of it, at least 62 days before the train operation. These tickets are non-refundable (30 USD per person), which is why in the event that the passenger’s data is incorrect, we must cancel the train ticket with full penalty and rebook a new train ticket subject to availability at the time of the new reservation, applying the corresponding additional charge for the new ticket.
UZBEKISTAN AIRWAYS:
In reference to our airline, we will have a block for the Tashkent-Urgench flight, with this block available up to 46 days before the flight. Any reservation made after this date will be subject to availability at the time of booking. Like all airlines, Uzbekistan Airways allows up to 3 incorrect letters in the name, which is why we ask you to send us the passenger’s details as they appear in the passport or a copy of it. In the event that a passenger’s name is incorrect, we will have to cancel the airline ticket with a penalty of 30 USD and issue a new ticket. This new reservation will be subject to availability.
SPECIAL FOOD:
It is important to inform customers that the variety of menus is not very wide and it is very important to advise that in Uzbekistan there are no specialized menus for vegetarians, celiacs, etc. In the event of such a request, the restaurants will be notified so that they can try to adapt the agreed menu as much as possible within the possibilities available. If the passenger wants something different from what is offered on the menus, he or she will have to pay any extra costs that the restaurants may apply. In these cases, the guide will help passengers whenever possible to find the best menu options for meals, but it is important that passengers keep in mind that the final responsibility lies with the passengers themselves.
DOCUMENTS:
Find out about the necessary documentation to travel to Uzbekistan. It is the traveler’s responsibility to have all the documentation in order, you must have a passport valid for 6 months.
LOST LUGGAGE AT THE AIRPORT:
In case of loss or delay of luggage, you must go to the airport to recover it (it does not happen like in Europe where the airline delivers it to the passenger at their hotel). The recovery of misplaced luggage is not included in the price of the tour.
CLOTHING:
Light and comfortable clothing, such as shirts, cotton suits, sun hats and comfortable shoes for walking in summer. Sun protection is recommended. When visiting some religious monuments, we must emphasize outdoor visits and recommend that tourists wear a “maxi” dress, to cover their head, legs and arms, especially women.
CLIMATE:
Extremely continental, with cold winters and very hot summers, with temperatures ranging from -10º C in January to +40º C in July. Summers are hot and dry.
CURRENCY:
The local currency is known as soum (so’m). VISA credit cards are accepted at ATMs in Tashkent. It is advisable to bring US dollars, banknotes must be in good condition. Euros are accepted for purchases of more than 10 Euro.
PAYMENT:
Full payment for the trip must be made no later than 30 days before the start of the trip, once invoiced by us.
CANCELLATION FEES:
- Cancellations up to 45 days before arrival without penalty (except for domestic tickets)
- As we issue domestic tickets 62/46 days before the tour, in case of cancellation of the tour, we have the fees that are non-refundable – 30 USD per person for the train/plane ticket
- Cancellations between 45 and 30 days before arrival will incur a 30% penalty
- Cancellations between 30 and 20 days before arrival will incur a 50% penalty
- Cancellations between 20 and 4 days before arrival will incur a 70% penalty
- Cancellations within 3 days before arrival will incur a 100% penalty
Chevrolet Orlando
2 pax
Hyundai Starex
3-4 pax
Toyota Hiace / King Long
5-8 pax
Mercedes Sprinter
9-14 pax
VISA INFORMATION:
- VISA FREE for UK and USA countries.
- Other countries can receive visas ONLINE: https://e-visa.gov.uz/main
- Payment for the visa online can be made with Visa Card, the price is 20 dollars per person
- Passport with validity of 6 months – mandatory
Phone
- +998 50 330 24 32
- ceo@aroundca.com
Address
- 100105, ul. 29, Surkhon, Mirabad district, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
- Work schedule: Mon-Fri. 10:00-18:00