Silk Route Escape: Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan

Duration:9 night & 10 days
  • Destination:
  • Pickup/Drop:
    TashkentAlmaty
Silk Route Escape: Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan
Silk Route Escape: Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Delhi → Tashkent

  • Direct flight from Delhi to Tashkent
  • Lunch at a traditional Uzbek restaurant
  • Evening city tour of modern Tashkent: Amir Temur Square, the Hazrati Imam (Khast Imam) complex and Independence Square
  • Overnight: Tashkent

Day 2: Tashkent → Bukhara by high-speed train

  • Board the Spanish-built Afrosiyob high-speed train and reach Bukhara by about 11 am
  • Check in and step straight into the old town
  • See the Samanid Mausoleum, Chashma-Ayub, Chor Minor, Lyabi-Hauz and the Mir-i-Arab Madrasa

Day 3: Bukhara

  • A slow day in one of the oldest cities on the Silk Road
  • Explore Bukhara's historic trading domes, where merchants have bargained for centuries

Day 4: Bukhara → Samarkand

  • Free morning to wander the local bazaars
  • After lunch, take the high-speed train to Samarkand, arriving around dinner time
  • Start exploring Samarkand this evening and continue tomorrow
  • Keep it relaxed, or join the group at a lively Soviet-era pub (optional)
  • Overnight: Samarkand

Day 5: Samarkand → Tashkent

  • Get lost in Samarkand's history: Ulugbek Observatory, Registan Square (the heart of the old Silk Road), Siab Bazaar, the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis and Gur-e-Amir, the tomb of Amir Timur
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • High-speed train back to Tashkent, in time for the city's famous nightlife if you're up for it
  • Overnight: Tashkent

Day 6: fly on to Almaty

  • Check out after breakfast; group airport transfer at around 12 noon
  • Uzbekistan only: say goodbye to the group and fly home
  • Both countries: fly to Almaty – flight not included (Kazakhstan-only travellers join here)
  • Evening visit to Almaty's Ascension Cathedral, then the city's nightlife with the group
  • Overnight: Almaty

Day 7: Shymbulak Ski Resort

  • Head up into the Tian Shan mountains to Shymbulak, Kazakhstan's best-known ski resort and a must on any Almaty trip
  • Ride the gondola for big mountain views
  • Overnight: Almaty

Day 8: Kolsai Lakes 1 & 2

  • Drive to the Kolsai Lakes for a day of hiking through snowy forest
  • Wear proper snow boots – it can snow here
  • Overnight: Homestay in Saty village

Day 9: Charyn Canyon National Park

  • Walk through Charyn Canyon, often called Kazakhstan's Grand Canyon
  • Good walking shoes needed – there's plenty of walking today
  • Overnight: Hotel

Day 10: Almaty → India

  • Your day: explore a few more sights or hit the bazaar for last-minute shopping
  • One last local lunch with the group
  • Group transfer to the airport for the flight home

Includes:

  • For Day 1: Group airport transfer · Sightseeing · Lunch
  • For Day 2: High-speed train · Sightseeing · Lunch at a traditional Uzbek restaurant
  • For Day 3: Breakfast · Sightseeing · Lunch at a traditional Uzbek restaurant
  • For Day 4: Breakfast · Train to Samarkand · Light Uzbek lunch · Pub night (optional)
  • For Day 5: Breakfast · Samarkand sightseeing · Lunch · High-speed train to Tashkent
  • For Day 6: Breakfast · Tashkent airport transfer · Almaty airport to hotel transfer · Evening sightseeing
  • For Day 7: Breakfast · Lunch · Road transfers · Gondola ticket
  • For Day8: Breakfast · Lunch · Transfers · Entry ticket
  • For Day 9: Breakfast · Lunch · Transfers · Entry ticket
  • For Day 10: Breakfast · Group airport transfer · Plenty of photos and goodbye hugs from your travel genie

Excludes:

  • International flights and the Tashkent → Almaty flight (call us for flight options)
  • 5% GST and 2% TCS
  • Meals not listed above
  • Personal expenses and optional activities

About the Trip

Silk Route Escape: Explore Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan

Discover two contrasting sides of Central Asia on the Silk Route Escape, a group journey combining Uzbekistan's historic Silk Road cities with Kazakhstan's mountain scenery, alpine lakes, and dramatic canyons. From the grand madrasas and traditional bazaars of Samarkand and Bukhara to the snowy landscapes around Almaty, this Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan tour from India brings together cultural discovery, scenic adventures, and local food in one trip.

In Uzbekistan, explore Tashkent's city squares, wander through Bukhara's historic trading domes, and admire the magnificent Registan Square in Samarkand. Travel between cities on the high-speed Afrosiyob train and discover the architectural heritage of places that once connected merchants and travelers along the ancient Silk Road.

In Kazakhstan, experience a different landscape. Ride the gondola at Shymbulak Ski Resort for views of the Tian Shan mountains, explore the scenic Kolsai Lakes, and walk through the dramatic rock formations of Charyn Canyon. The combination makes this trip appealing to travelers who want both historic city exploration and outdoor experiences.

What Makes This Silk Route Tour Special?

  • Discover the historic Silk Road: Explore Samarkand and Bukhara, known for their monumental architecture, historic trading domes, traditional bazaars, and centuries-old cultural heritage.
  • Travel by high-speed train: Experience Uzbekistan's Afrosiyob train journeys between major cities, making intercity travel part of the adventure.
  • Explore Kazakhstan's mountain scenery: Take a gondola ride at Shymbulak and enjoy views of the Tian Shan mountain range.
  • Visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon: Discover alpine lake landscapes, forest trails, and striking canyon formations on excursions from Almaty.
  • Experience Navruz season: The journey coincides with the spring new year festival celebrated across Central Asia, adding a seasonal cultural dimension to the trip.
  • Enjoy an organized group experience: Travel with fellow explorers while accommodation, selected meals, sightseeing, and transfers are arranged according to your chosen package.

Choose Your Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan Tour Package

The Silk Route Escape offers three ways to experience Central Asia, depending on your interests and available travel time.

Uzbekistan only: Ideal for travelers interested in history, architecture, traditional food, and the ancient Silk Road. Explore Tashkent, Bukhara, and Samarkand, with high-speed train journeys between cities.

Kazakhstan only: Suited to travelers drawn to mountain scenery, outdoor experiences, alpine lakes, and dramatic landscapes. The route focuses on Almaty, Shymbulak, Kolsai Lakes, and Charyn Canyon.

Both countries: Choose the combined journey to experience Uzbekistan's historic cities and Kazakhstan's natural landscapes in one extended trip. The package price does not include the flight from Tashkent to Almaty; arrange it separately.

The individual country packages have separate listed prices. We will confirm the combined package price separately, so contact the team for details before booking.

Who Is This Uzbekistan & Kazakhstan Tour For?

This trip is ideal for travelers who want to explore destinations beyond the usual international holiday circuit. It suits history and architecture enthusiasts, photography lovers, culture-focused travelers, and people who enjoy combining city exploration with outdoor adventures.

If you're comparing an Uzbekistan tour package from India with a Kazakhstan tour package, this journey lets you choose between two distinct travel experiences. Uzbekistan offers historic city centers, grand monuments, and traditional bazaars, while Kazakhstan adds mountain views, lake scenery, and canyon walks.

The Kazakhstan portion involves outdoor walking and potentially snowy conditions around the mountain and lake destinations. Comfortable walking shoes, suitable cold-weather clothing, and flexibility around weather-dependent activities will help you make the most of the experience.

What Should You Know Before Booking?

The package includes accommodation, selected meals, sightseeing, and transport as specified for your chosen route. The Uzbekistan itinerary features high-speed train journeys between cities, while the Kazakhstan portion includes transfers to Shymbulak, Kolsai Lakes, and Charyn Canyon.

International flights are not included. Travelers choosing both countries must also arrange the flight from Tashkent to Almaty separately. Meals not listed in the itinerary, personal expenses, and optional activities are additional costs.

Weather can affect outdoor activities and access around Kazakhstan's mountain and lake destinations. Follow local guidance and be prepared for changes to outdoor plans when conditions require them.

If you're looking for a Silk Route tour that combines Samarkand and Bukhara's historic charm with Almaty's mountain scenery, Kolsai Lakes, and Charyn Canyon, Silk Route Escape offers a way to experience two distinctive sides of Central Asia in one organized group journey.

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    • 30+ days before: 50% of trip cost
    • 15-30 days before: 75% of trip cost
    • 0-15 days before: 100% of trip cost

    Rescheduling

    • Within 30 days: No date changes allowed
    • Before 30 days: Free for domestic trips

    Force Majeure

    No refunds for weather/government issues - alternate activities may be offered.

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