Uzbekistan Highlights and Events

Travel in Uzbekistan with Intrepid

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Uzbekistan offers adventurous travellers the chance to step away from the mainstream and dive in deep. With rugged landscapes, futuristic cities, cultural triumphs and a history that spans epochs, Uzbekistan is a place where you can sleep in a desert-bound yurt, marvel at modern architecture and shop for covetable, bespoke handicrafts. For something totally different, why not discover the remote romance, rich history and irrepressible charm of Uzbekistan.
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Experience Uzbekistan's highlights on these trips

Bishkek to Ashgabat

Nomadic Yurt tent, Kyrgyzstan
30 days
Basix
  • USD $2,675
    CAD $2,690
    AUD $2,600
    EUR €2,085
    GBP £1,620
    NZD $3,330
    ZAR R21,555
    CHF FR2,435
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  • USD $920
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  • USD $3,595*
    CAD $3,583*
    AUD $3,480*
    EUR €2,727*
    GBP £2,181*
    NZD $4,434*
    ZAR R27,953*
    CHF FR3,162*
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Ashgabat to Tashkent

Bukhara Palace, Uzbekistan
15 days
Basix
  • USD $1,445
    CAD $1,455
    AUD $1,405
    EUR €1,125
    GBP £875
    NZD $1,800
    ZAR R11,220
    CHF FR1,300
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  • USD $540
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  • USD $1,985*
    CAD $1,979*
    AUD $1,921*
    EUR €1,501*
    GBP £1,204*
    NZD $2,448*
    ZAR R14,975*
    CHF FR1,727*
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Mountain Kingdoms of Kyrgyzstan

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16 days
Basix
  • USD $1,380
    CAD $1,390
    AUD $1,340
    EUR €1,075
    GBP £835
    NZD $1,720
    ZAR R10,710
    CHF FR1,240
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  • USD $380
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  • USD $1,760*
    CAD $1,758*
    AUD $1,703*
    EUR €1,340*
    GBP £1,066*
    NZD $2,176*
    ZAR R13,352*
    CHF FR1,540*
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Ashgabat to Bishkek

30 days
Basix
  • USD $2,675
    CAD $2,690
    AUD $2,600
    EUR €2,085
    GBP £1,620
    NZD $3,330
    ZAR R20,775
    CHF FR2,410
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  • USD $920
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  • USD $3,595*
    CAD $3,583*
    AUD $3,480*
    EUR €2,727*
    GBP £2,181*
    NZD $4,434*
    ZAR R27,173*
    CHF FR3,137*
    *
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* Refer to booking conditions

Highlights


Uzbekistan's Top Picks

Blue tiled temples in Samarkand, Uzbekistan
 
Uzbekistan is the only Central Asian country to border all other Central Asian countries
 

Top 5 Must-See Monuments of Uzbekistan

  1. Ark Fortress: Bukhara's massive fortress is a most impressive architectural wonder. Masked in legend, tourists flock to this grand structure to both admire its existence and gain some understanding of local history. If the walls could talk they would speak of royal dynasties, Mongol conquerors and Bolshevik sieges, all taking place over hundreds of years of history.
  2. Shah-i-Zinda Mausoleum: This ancient, sprawling complex features mausoleums and other buildings used for rituals and worship. With intricately carved mosaics, elaborate tile work and arched doors, a visit here reveals architectural gems and fascinating moments in Central Asia's history.
  3. Ak-Saray Palace: Shakhrisabz is home to many monumental buildings but one of the most spectacular is the ruins of the awesome Ak-Saray Palace. With coloured, glazed bricks that shimmer in the sun, elegant mosaics and splendid calligraphy, this monument is a standout of Uzbekistan.
  4. Bibi Khanum Mosque: This huge, holy site located in Samarkand was built all the way back in the 14th century. Suffering damage due to earthquakes and the ravages of time, it has now been partially restored and stands as a magnificent example of Central Asian Islamic architecture.
  5. The Registan: Hailed as one of Central Asia's most recognisable monuments, the Registan's towering minarets, blue domes and beautiful, tiled exteriors are decadently dazzling. The interiors are as exceptional as the facade, so don't miss a visit here while travelling through Samarkand.