Visit the most epic places in Uzbekistan, such as Bukhara, Samarkand, Tashkent, Nukus, Khiva, Moynaq and others. Our ultimate travel guide will teach you how! All information is post-pandemic, therefore, very updated. Have fun in Uzbekistan!
Exquisite sense of history, perfect colourful architecture like nowhere else in the world. Wast desert and ghost town on the coast of what once used to be the most prosperous lake in the country, today known as the biggest environmental catastrophe in the world. This and much more are waiting for you in Uzbekistan, a country on the Silk Road that treasures a lot of history.
We visited Uzbekistan in June 2022, so our travel guides are full of updated information, giving you all the tips and motivation to come and visit Uzbekistan yourself.
How to get to Uzbekistan
The best way is to fly to Tashkent or Urgench to get the best starting point for your trip. We flew from Istanbul, Turkey, and since our trip continued to Kazakhstan, it made only sense to fly to Urgench. So it solely depends on where you go after Uzbekistan.
There are good flights twice a week between Istanbul and Urgench for a slightly higher price than flights to Tashkent.
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TIP: Flights to Uzbekistan, in general, are more expensive than flying to neighbouring countries. If that’s an option for you, fly cheaper to Shymkent, Kazakhstan. It’s only 4 hours by bus to Tashkent.
If you decide to come from neighbouring countries, there are buses and/or trains connecting Almaty (Kazakhstan, Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan) or Dushanbe (Tajikistan) with Uzbekistan.
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TOP PLACES TO VISIT IN UZBEKISTAN
DAY 1-2 KHIVA
Our first city and also the most favourite to explore in Uzbekistan was a Silk Road city close to Turkmenistan borders, Khiva. Famous for its mud-walled old town, that makes you feel like being in the most perfect place on the earth. Khiva is more than 2500 years old, and in ancient times you could find here bustling slave market, capturing the unlucky people from the surrounding area, especially the Karakum desert.
What to do in Khiva
Ichon Qala
The best thing to do in Khiva is to wander around the tall walls of the old city, called Ichon-Qala, admiring the picturesque minarets, madrassas and museums. The great advantage is that Khiva often doesn’t fit a traveller’s itinerary, as it is a good 10-hour journey from the nearest popular city, Bukhara. That means you mostly meet Uzbek travellers and can fully enjoy the off the beaten path location.
Old town (Ichon Qala) Opening Hours
The entrance is open 24/7; however, opening times are between 8am to 6pm if you want to visit sights inside.
How To Visit The Old Town For Free
Since 2019 you apparently need a ticket to enter the old part. You can buy a ticket that includes the entry fees to most of the sights. The west gate is where to buy a ticket ($5-15) valid for 48 hours. Staff is coming at 6am, so if you arrive before that time, you quickly get in. We came to shoot sunrise before 6am, and nobody was there. But we hear you; it’s quite an early start; if you arrive later, continue 100 m behind the west gate, there is a small gate with toilets behind it, and you can freely get in for free.
Anyway, the other gates didn’t have any ticket control either, so we assume you can also get in without any ticket.
Kalta Minor Minaret
Kalta Minor Minaret is the most famous sight in Ichon Qala. Don’t expect a tall, sand-coloured minaret as you are used to. Instead, imagine a fat, not very tall, magnificent minaret in a turquoise colour that looks best at sunset. Legend says Mohammed Amin Khan died before he managed to finish it after he began to build it in 1851.
Bear in mind that over 50 historical monuments are inside the old town, and for your information, the whole complex is easily walkable on foot. It is basically one sight next to each other, easily visited in one day. However, we recommend you to stay at least two days, to enjoy it more.
Khiva’s old town, as mentioned, is best visited during the sunset. You can get up the city walls, and by the North gate, you will see the stairs leading up. No ticket is needed.
RUSSIAN WHEEL
You see the old Russian wheel next to the Carousel hotel, outside the old city. We haven’t seen it working, but it is beautiful during the sunset.
How to get to Khiva
From Urgench: Take a shared taxi or minibus that leaves from the bus station in Urgench. The ride costs SUM 4 000 per person. If you have big luggage and need to occupy an extra seat, you have to pay for that too.
From Bukhara: The easiest is to take a direct train from Bukhara to Khiva. It goes around 6.5 hours, and the price starts at SUM 80 000.
Where to eat in Khiva
Terrassa Cafe has very affordable meals and vegetarian options. From its terrace, you can see the Kalta Minor Minaret and the other sights around, which are exceptionally breathtaking during the sunset.
Otherwise, many restaurants are in the old city – unfortunately, quite overpriced. You can find a local eatery near the West gate or the Carousel Hotel.
Where to stay in Khiva
You can stay directly in the old town as there are many hotels. But bear in mind, the old town is the tourist part – meaning, there is no real life to be seen. If you want to experience also something local, we recommend staying just outside the city walls. All the travellers we met stayed outside the old city, including us.
Budget I Carousel hotel – for $12, it’s the best place you can stay in town. Just a short walk from the entrance to the old city, surrounded by local restaurants, a river and right next to the Russian wheel. Breakfast is amazing and big.
Mid – range I Polvonnazir Guest House – beautiful option inside the old city. Polvonnazir guesthouse features a beautiful terrace, so if you want just chill and have a great view, this is the place to be.
Mid-range I New Star Boutique Hotel – stylish caravanserai hotel, with excellent breakfast. Just outside the old city.
DAY 3 NUKUS
The isolated Soviet town of Nukus is the complete opposite of Khiva. Cute little streets turn into big boulevards. Nukus is the capital of the Republic of Karakalpakstan, an autonomous republic within Uzbekistan. People use their language, and sometimes you don’t find anyone speaking Russian or English, so the communication might get tricky.
Travellers usually just pass through the city on the way to the Aral Sea or just quickly visit the biggest attraction in town, Savitsky Museum. We recommend you stay for a night as the town itself feels pretty bizarre and not very appealing compared to the rest of Uzbekistan. Still, if you give it a chance, it is a perfect authentic experience, and we ended up staying two nights. The hotel scene is also much better these days than it used to be, and restaurant options, surprisingly, are outstanding.
Tips for travelling in Nukus
- Taxi around the city centre doesn’t cost more than SUM 8000 or SUM 10000 to the train station
- Marshrutka n. 5 goes from Bazaar station to bus stop to Moynaq. Price: SUM 1500
- Marshrutka n. 1 and 2 goes to the train station, and it leaves from the main road in front of the bazaar
Read: 25 Tips for smooth travelling in Uzbekistan
What to do in Nukus
Savitsky Museum
Home to art collection from Soviet times, brought by artist and ethnographer Igor Savitsky. He basically saved all this art from sure destruction. Nukus was a perfect hiding place as who would look for it in such an isolated part of the country.
The entry ticket costs SUM 70 000, which is quite a lot in our opinion and you can’t take photos with your camera unless you pay another camera fee of SUM 300 000, which is quite unbelievable. You can take pictures with your phone for free.
The museum is closed on Mondays. Otherwise, it is open from 9am to 6pm and on weekends from 10am to 5pm.
Nukus bazaar
Bustling local market in Nukus was the best place we visited in Nukus. Since it was the first bazaar we had visited in Central Asia, we felt it was so exotic and different from bazaars we had seen in Kurdistan or Lebanon. You find everything from fruits and veggies, clothes, spices and handicrafts there.
Central Park
Watch the sunset over the river in Central Park. There is also a beautiful mosque on the other side of the bridge.
How to get to Nukus from Khiva
Unfortunately, there is no train from Urgench or Khiva. You must take a service taxi, minibus or Marshrutka from Khiva to Urgench first. It leaves 200 m from the North gate. Life is too short to go by trolley bus as it goes almost 1.5 hours, so let’s skip this option.
From Urgench, bargain a good deal on the bus stop where they drop you off. You should not pay more than SUM 60 000 for a service taxi to Nukus. However, the standard price is SUM 50 000.
In case there is no one going to Nukus, you need to go to the other bus station from where the service taxis leave for Nukus. You will find the exact location on Maps.me. Taxi between the station costs SUM 8000.
Where to eat in Nukus
Sofram Turkish restaurant – We were so happy we could eat something vegetarian, and this Turkish restaurant is a perfect choice. They have a big selection of food and pizzas, and everything tastes great. Also, the restaurant is very beautiful inside. It is just opposite Family Guesthouse, where we stayed.
Otherwise, there are many restaurants. One local eatery is right next to Sofram, serving traditional Uzbek food. Or you can try Cinnamon Cafe, which is a very modern place serving delicious coffee, cakes and some food. We were actually surprised about the quality of restaurants in Nukus.
Where to stay in Nukus
Budget I Besqala – the cheapest option in town but located outside the city centre. They have a lovely patio for sitting and basic rooms. It is 1.7 km from the Savitsky Museum.
Mid-Range I Family Guest house – Friends- J – If you want to enjoy comfort as being back home, this family-run guesthouse is a perfect choice. The owner speaks English and will give you all the tips on how to get to the Aral Sea and what to do in the area. We stayed here. The price is $20 for a double room and an extra $3 for breakfast pp. There is a coffee station you can freely use and a living/chilling room for guests. It is 400 m from the museum and a 10-minute walk to the bazaar.
Mid-Range I Jipek Joli Inn – if you want to visit the Aral Sea, stay here. They organise tours to reach the sea shore and take care of everything. Breakfast is included. It is just a few metres away from the Family guest house.
DAY 4 MOYNAQ/ARAL SEA
If you like off the beaten path locations, don’t rush and spend a night in Moynaq, you will love it. If Khiva and Nukus felt quiet, now you will see the real offbeat place.
Moynaq used to be a prosperous city on the shore of the Aral Sea, making it the fourth biggest lake in the world. Fishermans took off every morning on their boats to catch fish, and life was just good. Today? Life is gone. The Aral Sea dried out almost completely. The salinity in the air is so high that many people suffer from respiratory diseases and the remaining few per cent of the lake is now more than 80 km away from the original shore.
Why? Greedy Soviets wanted to get rich by cultivating cotton, and they seeded it around the Aral Sea, an environment where cotton would never grow. But since there was enough heat and enough water, it sounded to them like a genius plan. But guess from where they took all the water? You’re right. The Aral Sea. Today known as one of the biggest environmental disasters made by humans.
Read more: Ultimate guide to Moynaq and the Aral Sea.
How to get to Moynaq
In Nukus, wake up early to catch the 8:50am bus to Moynaq. The bumpy ride to the sparsely populated town of Moynaq takes 3.5 to 4 hours and costs SUM 18 000. Make sure you arrive early, as there are roughly 28 seats, and it fills up quickly. However, it was not the case on our way there, but on the way back, the bus was completely packed, including people standing.
Visit the Ship graveyard and the Aral Sea Museum and stay overnight in the yurt camp. The city of Moynaq is not very impressive, but it is worth a visit too as there are some very old-fashioned places – a little grocery store, a restaurant that barely serves any food and long empty streets as far as you can see.
Where to stay in Moynaq:
Budget I Yurt camp – these yurts are located on the cliffs overlooking the ship graveyard, and most travellers stay here. For $10 per person, you get a bed to sleep, shower and breakfast.
Budget I Hotel Muynak – if you don’t feel like staying in yurts, check out Hotel Muynak, which is very close to the ship graveyard. They have rooms with air-con as well as very basic rooms. There is no wifi or breakfast; you just get an old basic room to spend a night. Negotiate the price as they ask SUM 300000, but you can get it down to SUM 150000.
Budget I Hostel Muynaq – This is a great option if you want to stay close to the bus station. Another budget-friendly place where travellers meet. Don’t take it too literally, as you will likely be alone during your visit, but if you’re lucky enough, this is where you meet fellow travellers.
Mid-Range I Hotel Teniz – the most luxurious option in town. Rooms with aircon, breakfast and clean rooms. The price starts around SUM 400000.
Those hotels is not possible to book online. Another option is to pitch a tent around the ships in the desert as we read many travellers do that and there is no problem with it.
Where to eat in Muynak
Not good news in this section. Restaurants in Muynak are barely existing. There is one opposite the hotel Teniz. Cafe Dawlet, but they are not serving food regularly. There is a small grocery store just behind the corner, where you can buy some basic food, fruit and most importantly, water. By the Yurt Camp there is a Kafe Mayak. However, all options seem unreliable, and we recommend bringing your own food.
DAY 5 NUKUS
There is no train station in Moynaq; you must go back to Nukus or see other options below.
How to get to Nukus from Moynaq
Take a morning bus from Moynaq back to Nukus. It leaves at 8:50 from where they dropped you off the day before. If you feel adventurous, you can try to catch a train to Bukhara from Nukus on the same day. It goes only at 13:36, so possibly you can make it, but it will be a rush. Instead, we stayed the rest of the day in Nukus again, wandering around the streets and enjoying the remoteness of this kind. The next day we caught the soviet train going at 1:36pm.
Other transportation options
Optionally, stay longer in Moynaq and take the afternoon bus at 3pm to Nukus. Another option to consider is to get out of the bus in Kungrad, which is on the way. This little town is not on any travellers list usually, but we met a bunch of travellers going this way and thought its a brilliant idea. There is a hotel in front of a train station that is not on Google maps.
DAY 6-9 BUKHARA
The holiest city, Bukhara, is another example of a perfect architecture found in Uzbekistan. The old city is complex, so you can easily explore everything on foot. Thousands of years old colourful madrassas, minarets and picturesque fortress can be explored in two days which is a bare minimum. Three days gives you enough time to enjoy all the sights without any rush. We stayed five days, relaxing and working on the blog in the centre of the old town.
Uzbekistan is currently going through ,,Disneyfication”, separating the beautiful old parts from real life. They want tourists to see just the beautiful part but no reality. Leaving the old towns without real life. Locals come here only to work in stores aimed at tourists, so there are no traditional Uzbek restaurants, regular shops, or supermarkets. They even forbid all Marshrutka transportation in the old city, so the taxi drivers try to rip you off for double or triple the price any time you need to go somewhere, which is pretty annoying.
How to get to Bukhara from Nukus
Take the old Soviet Train from Nukus to Bukhara. It leaves at 1:36pm and takes around 9 hours through the amazing scenery of the Uzbek desert. What we loved about this train was the sunset watching as it hardly gets any better than this. Make sure you book it in advance as they sold out quickly, and there is no other option. Only if you manage to arrive on Tuesday, one more train goes at 5:12pm from Nukus.
Read the best tips: Make the most of the epic train rides in Uzbekistan
How to get from Bukhara train station to the city centre and vice versa
It is best to take a taxi and negotiate a price of no more than SUM 20000. They will try to charge you at least double. Or use the Yandex app to call a taxi.
What to do in Bukhara
After spending the previous days outside of tourist zones, welcome back to civilisation! Bukhara is a pretty touristic city, and the old town feels quite man-made. However, the main sights are spectacular; make sure you come early in the morning or for a sunset when the colours start to show up. There are tens of sights in the old part, and those are the most popular:
Char Minar
Char Minar is located a bit further from the old town but for sure worth visiting. We arrived early in the morning before the vendors opened their souvenir shops. It was built in 1807, and if you want to see minarets or towers, you can climb up for a small fee.
Kalon minaret
Build-in 1127 by Arslan Khan, 47 m tall minaret feels truly majestic. It used to be the tallest building in Central Asia, and it still shows its beauty today. Especially beautiful after sunset when it lights up. Take your time to admire all the little ornaments. Right next to the Kalon minaret, there is Kalon Mosque.
Mir-i-Arab Medressa
Opposite Kalon Mosque, you can see Mir-i-Arab Medressa. One of a few madrassas, the Islamic school in the centre, still works today. It has beautiful two blue domes and was built in the 16th century.
Abdul Aziz Khan Medressa
Our personal favourite. The ceiling of the entrance has different colours than we are used to, making it stands out from the crowds. As always, enjoyed best during sunset hours. Unfortunately, most sights are occupied by souvenir shops, and it’s no different here.
Ismail Samani Mausoleum
This mausoleum, which survived 11 centuries without restoration, was built for the founder of the Samanid dynasty, Islam Samani.
Bolo-Hauz mosque
A historical mosque, where often you can see its reflection on a small pond in front of it. Its located opposite the Citadel of Ark. Look up to see the decorated ceiling, wooden columns and a small minaret constructed in 1917. Unfortunately, when we came, we haven’t seen the reflection; however, we believe it must be super nice.
Ark of Bukhara
Massive citadel on the edge of Bukhara’s old town. Two towers from the 18th century decorate the entrance of the oldest structure in the city. Especially beautiful during sunset. Walk along its walls for different points of view.
Where to stay in Bukhara
Budget I Rumi – we spend a week in Rumi, working in the outside garden. There is everything that a backpacker needs: kitchen, area to chill both outside and inside, fast wifi and private rooms with aircon. Especially the breakfast is special and giant.
Mid-Range I Boutique Old City – stylish hotel in the city centre. Guests like fast wifi, complimentary breakfast, location and a buffet breakfast.
Luxury I Shohnishin Boutique, Bukhara – this boutique hotel features a shared lounge to relax in, a continental breakfast and an excellent location. It’s a sight itself as the design inside is beautiful.
DAY 10-13 SAMARKAND
A city that used to be an important spot on the famous Silk Road. Today, the second biggest city in Uzbekistan and one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. Anyway, it is still possible to visit all the attractions by walking around. However, it is not as complex as Khiva or Bukhara. Two days for a visit are ideal for visiting all the attractions. Personally, we think the Uzbek government is taking the ,,Disneyfication” here way too far. The prices for sights are increasing, they are building walls between the new and old, and basically, it all feels very un-authentical and made just for a profit. In any case, the architecture is jaw-dropping. It might be just our impression, so make your own and let us know what you think!
the best things to do in Samarkand
Registan
Registan is a majestic architectural treasure consisting of three madrassas, one of the oldest preserved madrassas in the world. Ruined by earthquakes in the 20th century, today, it is sparkling with perfectly blue mosaic and blue domes that have been replaced after the Soviets took it. Have enough time to explore all three madrassas. It can take 2-3 hours. Tilla-Kori Medressa, the one in the middle, in particular, has the most impressive ceiling and decorations we have ever seen with its golden and dark blue details.
The entry fee in June 2022 is SUM 50000 and an extra SUM 30000 if you want to use your camera. It is also a new thing that the ticket is only for one-time use; if you want to come for sunrise and sunset, you must buy two tickets. Opening hours are 7am-midnight in summer, 8am to 8pm in winter.
Bibi Khanym Mosque
The jewel of Timur’s empire. The original mosque collapsed in 1897 but later on was rebuilt multiple times. To get the best view from the distance over the mosque, head all the way up to the Presiden’s Tomb. There are two mosques; the one on the left side has Arabic calligraphy on the walls.
Entry fee: SUM 30000, camera SUM 10000
Bibi Khanym Mausoleum
If you have time, just across from Bibi Khanym Mosque, there is a Mausoleum of the same name. We didn’t go inside, but you can just walk into the counter and admire it from there – it is probably the best look anyway. The ceiling is, once again, nicely decorated.
The entry fee is SUM 25000.
Sion Bazaar
The most authentic place to see in Samarkand. A bustling market full of local vendors, selling mostly fruits and veggies, spices, nuts and bread.
Shah-I-Zinda
Then head to Shah-I-Zinda, the most picturesque collection of mausoleums in one complex. You find here the richest tilework in the Muslim world. The colours are outstanding.
President’s tomb
You’ll find the President’s Tomb next to the Hazrat Khizr Mosque on Tashkent Road. You can walk around the complex for free and get the most beautiful view of the old city from the back terrace. It is where the 1st president of Uzbekistan, Islam Karimov, rests.
Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum
Resting place of Timur and his two sons, with beautiful tilework and blue dome. The mausoleum is an excellent example of medieval architecture with a yard just behind the main entrance. The dome was going through reconstruction in June 2022.
TIP: If you have enough time you can take a half-day trip to the UNESCO city Shahrisabz, which used to be the hometown of Amir Timur.
How to get to Samarkand from Bukhara
Take a fast train from Bukhara. Multiple daily trains go 1.5 hours or slower trains go 2,5-3 hours. It costs around SUM 70 000.
How to get from Samarkand train station to the city centre
The easiest and cheapest is to call a taxi through the Yandex app, as taxi drivers waiting at the station charge a lot. Optionally go outside the train station to the main street and catch a taxi from there. Price is no more than SUM 15 000. A tram also regularly goes between the train station and the bazaar.
Where to Stay in Samarkand
Pay attention if your accommodation has AC in the room as much cheaper even sometimes mid-range hotels don’t have any in Samarkand. It is extremely hot in summer and cold in winter, so be aware of that. Anyway, we really recommend you to stay around Registan, as from there you can easily walk around all the sights.
Budget I Optimist – the cheapest option in town for a double room. There is a kitchen for guests and a garden to relax in.
Mid-Range I Furkat Guest House – the best place to stay in, and the good news is that you can negotiate a budget price. We negotiated $20 per night with breakfast included. This place is wonderful, great for relaxing and sitting on their patio with a view over Registan. The location is unbeatable.
Luxury I Bibikhanum Hotel – hotel with the best view in Samarkand. The rooftop restaurant is the best at sunset, making your experience unforgettable. Breakfast is included.
Where to eat in Samarkand
Many restaurants around the old town serve more or less the same food: Plov, shashlik, manti, soups. We recommend you to try Kyzyl Chayhana, where they serve traditional Uzbek food, and the place is usually filled with locals coming for lunch.
For a view, go to Bibikhanum hotel – restaurant, it can’t be better than that.
DAY 14-15 TASHKENT
The capital of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, is often overlooked by travellers as there are few obvious architectural sights. However, after spending three days in Tashkent, we can imagine staying much longer. We liked the city vibe and the authenticity, and today we can say we enjoyed it more than busy Samarkand.
What to do in Tashkent
Plov Center was for sure our favourite place to visit. Note that they moved the location, and it is now behind the corner of the TV tower. On Google maps it’s marked as Beshqozon. You can try fresh Plov and see how it is made in huge pans, including the oven for baking the bread. Very close by is the biggest TV tower in Central Asia.
Tashkent Metro stations are a perfect example of Soviet ideology, with some pretty unique stations worth checking out. It is also effortless and convenient to travel around using a metro system. There are three lines, and the ticket costs SUM 1450.
To see more from communist-era architecture, go to Hotel Uzbekistan. Huge hotel overlooking Amir Timur Square. You find here Amir Timur statue and a beautiful park surrounding the area.
Khast Imom Complex was our favourite place to admire the Islamic architecture in Tashkent. As you can imagine, there are not many places like this in Tashkent. For an authentic experience, head to Chorsu Bazaar, where you can buy anything from spices and meat to clothes.
If you’re looking for a chill in the park, Navoi Park is the largest park in the city, full of greenery, a river, benches to hide from the sun and some cool architecture.
Russian Orthodox Church is one of a kind in Uzbekistan. With a Russian minority left in Tashkent, this church is the biggest orthodox church in Tashkent.
Where to stay in Tashkent
Budget I Safarovs Family Hostel – if the price is the most important, this hostel is a win. Travellers like the friendly owners, cleanliness, common area and breakfast. It is a bit further from the centre, but the metro or taxis are cheap, so it’s not a problem.
Mid-Range I Art Hostel – we stayed here and can only recommend this place to any backpacker. Why? There is everything you need. The kitchen, living room, outside pool and seating area, little gym and the owners are very friendly. Most likely, you’ll meet many fellow travellers here. The location is amazing – walking distance to restaurants, a few sights, or a metro station. The supermarket is 400 metres away.
Luxury I Sarbon Hotel Tashkent – to have a bit more luxury, consider staying in this hotel. It has an outdoor pool, breakfast, and a garden to chill.
Where to eat in Tashkent
Plov centre – they serve the cheapest plov we ever had, and it is also very tasty. This place is bustling every day so make sure you arrive early to get the freshest plov. It is usually served till 2pm.
Our favourite place to eat in the whole of Uzbekistan was Art Restaurant. It is a walking distance of the Art hostel. We had the most delicious plov here, and also their potato Samosas are absolutely delicious. Make sure you try those.
Suggested itineraries
1-week itinerary
Considering the huge travel times between cities, it is best to concentrate on a small area. For this reason, we suggest two itineraries, depending on your interest. Ideal number of days is in the brackets.
- The typical trio: Tashkent (2) – Samarkand (2) – Bucharra (3)
- Off the beaten path travel: Khiva (1) – Nukus (1) – Moynaq (1) – Bucharra (2-3)
2-weeks itinerary
This travel guide is whole about this itinerary.
- Khiva – Nukus – Moynaq – Bucharra – Samarkand – Tashkent
3-weeks itinerary
Follow two weeks itinerary, play with the number of days and add Fergana Valley.
- Khiva – Nukus – Moynaq – Bucharra – Samarkand – Tashkent – Ferganna valley
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