Discover Uzbekistan’s extraordinary Islamic heritage on a journey through ancient centres of faith, scholarship and architecture. From the revered Uthman Quran in Tashkent and the legacy of Imam al-Bukhari in Samarkand to the Sufi shrines of Bukhara and the historic mosques of Khiva, this tour reveals how Central Asia helped shape the intellectual and spiritual world of Islam.
Route: Tashkent → Samarkand → Bukhara → Gijduvan → Karmana → Nurata → Khiva Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights Tour Type: Islamic heritage, cultural and pilgrimage tour Pace: Moderate Best For: Travellers interested in Islamic history, architecture, Sufism and the great scholars of Central Asia
Upon your arrival at Tashkent International Airport, our team will greet you and take you to your hotel. After settling in and some time to relax, you’ll meet your guide for your first glimpse of the city. You’ll start with a visit of the historic part of Tashkent, including the bustling Chorsymarket. Next, you’ll take the Tashkentmetro to explore the more modern part of the city. You’ll stroll through IndependenceSquare and TheatreSquare and admire other iconic landmarks showcasing Russian architecture. Free time for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Upon arrival at Tashkent International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel.
After some time to rest, begin exploring the religious and historical heart of the capital:
Hazrati Imam Complex
Barak Khan Madrasa
Muyi Muborak Library, home to the revered Uthman Quran
Centre of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan
Kukeldash Madrasa
Overnight: Tashkent
After breakfast, transfer to the railway station and take the high-speed train to Samarkand.
Begin your discovery of the city’s magnificent Islamic and Timurid heritage:
Registan Square
Bibi-Khanym Mosque
Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis
Hazrat Khizr Mosque
Siab Bazaar
Overnight: Samarkand
Today is dedicated to the spiritual and intellectual figures associated with Samarkand:
Imam al-Bukhari Memorial Complex
Imam al-Maturidi Mausoleum
Khoja Ahrar Vali Complex
Ulugh Beg Observatory
Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
Learn about Samarkand’s contribution to Islamic theology, hadith studies, Sufism, astronomy and the wider intellectual history of the Muslim world.
Overnight: Samarkand
Depart Samarkand and travel towards Nurata stopping at several important historical and spiritual sites:
Qasim Sheikh Complex in Karmana
Mir Said Bakhrom Mausoleum
Rabati Malik Caravanserai
Ancient Sardoba water reservoir
Continue to Nurata and visit:
Chashma Spring and pilgrimage complex
Juma Mosque
Chilustun Mosque
Ancient Nur Fortress viewpoint
Overnight: Nurata
After breakfast, travel to Bukhara, one of the most important centres of Islamic scholarship along the Silk Road.
After arrival and hotel check-in, explore the atmospheric Old City:
Lyabi-Hauz Ensemble
Magoki-Attori Mosque
Chor Minor
Historic trading domes
Evening walk through the Old City
Overnight: Bukhara
Spend the day exploring Bukhara’s most celebrated religious and architectural monuments:
Poi-Kalyan Complex
Kalyan Minaret
Kalyan Mosque
Mir-i-Arab Madrasa
Ark Fortress
Bolo Hauz Mosque
Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum
Ismail Samani Mausoleum
Discover why Bukhara became known as a leading centre of theology, Islamic law and religious education.
Overnight: Bukhara
Today, follow the pilgrimage route dedicated to the Seven Saints of Bukhara, prominent spiritual figures associated with the Naqshbandi Sufi tradition:
Abdul Khaliq Gijduvani
Arif Revgari
Mahmud Anjir Fagnavi
Ali Ramitani
Muhammad Baba Samasi
Sayyid Amir Kulal
Bahauddin Naqshband
During the journey, learn about the development of the Naqshbandi order and its lasting influence across the Islamic world.
Return to Bukhara in the evening.
Overnight: Bukhara
After breakfast, travel across the vast landscapes of the Kyzylkum Desert towards Khiva.
During the journey, learn how merchants, scholars, pilgrims and Sufi teachers carried Islamic knowledge and culture along the Silk Road.
Arrive in Khiva and check in at the hotel. The remainder of the evening is free for rest or an independent walk through the old town.
Overnight: Khiva
Explore Itchan Kala, Khiva’s UNESCO-listed inner city and one of the best-preserved historic urban centres in Central Asia:
Juma Mosque
Kalta Minor
Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasa
Islam Khoja Madrasa and Minaret
Pahlavan Mahmud Mausoleum
Tash Khauli Palace
Kunya-Ark Citadel
The tour highlights the role of Khiva as a centre of Islamic education, craftsmanship and architecture.
Overnight: Khiva
After breakfast, enjoy free time for souvenir shopping, photography or visiting local craft workshops.
At the scheduled time, transfer to Urgench International Airport for departure.
End of the tour.
Includes
Airport arrival transfer (on Day 1) & departure transfer (on final day)
All accommodation as per itinerary (hotels, guesthouses, homestays, tents / camps)
Meals as specified (for example: breakfast, lunch, dinner on all touring days)
Local English-speaking guides and support staff
Trekking / hiking program (daily guided hikes, route planning, logistics)
All transportation during the tour (bus, van, transfers between sites)
Entrance fees / permits for cultural and natural sites visited
Cultural immersion experiences (visits with local communities, village walks, homestay visits)
Luggage transfers (so hikers carry only a daypack)
Basic first aid kit / safety / emergency support
Flexible itinerary adjustments (due to weather, trail conditions, etc.)
Excludes
International airfares to / from Uzbekistan
Visa or entry permit costs
Meals not listed in the itinerary
Beverages not included (alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, etc.)
Travel / medical / trip cancellation insurance
Personal expenses (snacks, tips, laundry, souvenirs)
Optional excursions beyond the basic program
Single room / private tent supplement (if available)
Upgrades or special gear (e.g. premium trekking equipment)
Costs arising from delays, force majeure, or changes outside operator control
Anything not explicitly listed under “Included”
Tour info
Price: $4650 / person
Duration: 14 days / 13 nights
Season: April-November
Group size: 1-30
Difficulty: Intermediate
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