Uzbekistan, Turkey

Uzbekistan Cultural Group Tour with Istanbul Extension

Uzbekistan Cultural Tour with Istanbul Extension

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PRICE

AS FROM: Rs 159,750

per person sharing double room

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DURATION

12 Days / 11 Nights

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VALIDITY

Fixed Departure: 31st May - 11th June 2026 | Booking Deadline: 15 March 2026

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Why Choose Our Uzbekistan Cultural Group Tour?

Embark on an 11-day cultural journey through Uzbekistan’s historic cities—Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara—combined with an Istanbul extension for an unforgettable experience. This guided group tour, curated by BlueSky Mauritius, includes comfortable accommodations, scenic train rides, expert local guides, and hassle-free visa arrangements. Enjoy authentic cultural encounters, explore iconic landmarks like Registan Square and Hagia Sophia, and travel with peace of mind knowing every detail is taken care of.

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LANGUAGE SPOKEN

English

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CURRENCY USED

EURO/USD

ITINERARY

Day 1

Mauritius – Istanbul - 31 May: Departure from SSR Airport on Turkish Airlines at 08h15. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 2

Istanbul - Tashkent – 01 June : Arrival in Istanbul at 04h30, followed by a connecting Turkish Airlines flight at 07h15. Upon arrival in Tashkent, proceed through immigration and baggage claim. You will then be warmly welcomed by a representative holding a Dolores Travel Services sign and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the surroundings. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 3

Tashkent City Tour (Old & New City) – 02 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your guided tour of the Old City of Tashkent, exploring key historical and religious landmarks: Khazrati Imam Complex Barak Khan Madrasah Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum Muyi-Mubarak Mosque Djuma Mosque of Khodja Akhrar Vali Continue to the Chorsu Oriental Bazaar to experience a traditional market with its vibrant atmosphere and local products. The tour then moves to the New City, showcasing Tashkent’s modern attractions: Independence Square Amir Temur Statue and the local Broadway Monument of Courage New Minor Mosque Tashkent TV Tower (exterior view) A ride on the Tashkent Metro, noted for its distinctive architecture Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 4

Tashkent to Samarkand – 03 June 2026 : Early breakfast at the hotel or take breakfast boxes for convenience. Transfer to Tashkent Railway Station and take the train to Samarkand. Upon arrival, meet your driver and begin a city tour including: Guri Emir Mausoleum Registan Square, featuring Ulugbek, Sherdor, and Tillya-Kori Madrasahs Bibi Khanum Mosque Siyob National Bazaar Shakhi Zinda Necropolis In the evening, enjoy a cultural performance at the El-Merosi Theatre of Historical Costume. Overnight at the hotel in Samarkand.

Day 5

Samarkand & Surroundings – 04 June 2026 : Breakfast at the hotel. Morning excursion to Konigil Tourism Village to observe local crafts and cultural traditions. Continue the tour with visits to: Ulugbek Observatory (15th century) Afrosiab Museum and archaeological excavations Mausoleum of Saint Daniel Overnight at the hotel in Samarkand.

Day 6

Samarkand to Bukhara – 05 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Samarkand Railway Station for the train journey to Bukhara. Upon arrival, begin a comprehensive city tour including: Ismael Samani Mausoleum Chashma Ayub Mausoleum Bolo-Hauz Mosque Ark Citadel Poi Kalon Ensemble Ulugbek Madrassah Abdul Aziz Khan Madrassah Magoki-Attori Mosque Lyabi-Khauz Ensemble Kosh-Madrassah Ensemble Chor-Minor Evening visit to Nodir Devon Begi Madrassah for a traditional folklore show. Optional: Miniature painting masterclass (USD 30 per person). Overnight at the hotel in Bukhara.

Day 7

Bukhara Excursions & Return to Tashkent – 06 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion outside the city to visit: Bahouddin Nakshbandi Mausoleum Chor-Bakr Necropolis Sitorai-Mokhi-Hossa Summer Palace, the former summer residence of the last Emir of Bukhara Return to Bukhara with free time. Suggested visit to the Bukhara Dome Bazaars: Toki Saraffon Toki Telpak Furushon Toki Zargaron Tim Abdullakhan Transfer to Bukhara Railway Station and train to Tashkent. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 8

Tashkent at Leisure – 07 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. The day is free for independent exploration, shopping, or optional activities. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 9

Departure from Tashkent | Flight to Istanbul – 08 June 2026: Early breakfast boxes will be provided. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport for your flight Turkish Airline leaving Tashkent at 06h05 Arrival in Istanbul at 09h30 After immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by our local tour operator. Proceed tour of Sultanahmet & historic Istanbul Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome Check in at hotel @ 14h00 Afternoon at leisure Overnight at hotel

Day 10

Istanbul: 09 June 2026: Breakfast at hotel Day at leisure for shopping or join one of our optional tour Overnight at hotel

Day 12

Istanbul – Mauritius : 10 June: Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure Late check out -23h00 and transfer to Istanbul airport for flight Turkish Airline at 06h05 and connect to your next flight Istanbul.

Day 13

Mauritius: 11 June 2026: Catch your next flight to Mauritius at 02h10. Arrival at Mauritius Airport at 12h45.

A Sneak Peek

OUR SELECTION OF HOTELS

Map

Itinerary

Day 1

Mauritius – Istanbul - 31 May: Departure from SSR Airport on Turkish Airlines at 08h15. Dinner and overnight on board.

Day 2

Istanbul - Tashkent – 01 June : Arrival in Istanbul at 04h30, followed by a connecting Turkish Airlines flight at 07h15. Upon arrival in Tashkent, proceed through immigration and baggage claim. You will then be warmly welcomed by a representative holding a Dolores Travel Services sign and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore the surroundings. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 3

Tashkent City Tour (Old & New City) – 02 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. Begin your guided tour of the Old City of Tashkent, exploring key historical and religious landmarks: Khazrati Imam Complex Barak Khan Madrasah Kaffal Shashi Mausoleum Muyi-Mubarak Mosque Djuma Mosque of Khodja Akhrar Vali Continue to the Chorsu Oriental Bazaar to experience a traditional market with its vibrant atmosphere and local products. The tour then moves to the New City, showcasing Tashkent’s modern attractions: Independence Square Amir Temur Statue and the local Broadway Monument of Courage New Minor Mosque Tashkent TV Tower (exterior view) A ride on the Tashkent Metro, noted for its distinctive architecture Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 4

Tashkent to Samarkand – 03 June 2026 : Early breakfast at the hotel or take breakfast boxes for convenience. Transfer to Tashkent Railway Station and take the train to Samarkand. Upon arrival, meet your driver and begin a city tour including: Guri Emir Mausoleum Registan Square, featuring Ulugbek, Sherdor, and Tillya-Kori Madrasahs Bibi Khanum Mosque Siyob National Bazaar Shakhi Zinda Necropolis In the evening, enjoy a cultural performance at the El-Merosi Theatre of Historical Costume. Overnight at the hotel in Samarkand.

Day 5

Samarkand & Surroundings – 04 June 2026 : Breakfast at the hotel. Morning excursion to Konigil Tourism Village to observe local crafts and cultural traditions. Continue the tour with visits to: Ulugbek Observatory (15th century) Afrosiab Museum and archaeological excavations Mausoleum of Saint Daniel Overnight at the hotel in Samarkand.

Day 6

Samarkand to Bukhara – 05 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Samarkand Railway Station for the train journey to Bukhara. Upon arrival, begin a comprehensive city tour including: Ismael Samani Mausoleum Chashma Ayub Mausoleum Bolo-Hauz Mosque Ark Citadel Poi Kalon Ensemble Ulugbek Madrassah Abdul Aziz Khan Madrassah Magoki-Attori Mosque Lyabi-Khauz Ensemble Kosh-Madrassah Ensemble Chor-Minor Evening visit to Nodir Devon Begi Madrassah for a traditional folklore show. Optional: Miniature painting masterclass (USD 30 per person). Overnight at the hotel in Bukhara.

Day 7

Bukhara Excursions & Return to Tashkent – 06 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. Excursion outside the city to visit: Bahouddin Nakshbandi Mausoleum Chor-Bakr Necropolis Sitorai-Mokhi-Hossa Summer Palace, the former summer residence of the last Emir of Bukhara Return to Bukhara with free time. Suggested visit to the Bukhara Dome Bazaars: Toki Saraffon Toki Telpak Furushon Toki Zargaron Tim Abdullakhan Transfer to Bukhara Railway Station and train to Tashkent. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 8

Tashkent at Leisure – 07 June 2026: Breakfast at the hotel. The day is free for independent exploration, shopping, or optional activities. Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Day 9

Departure from Tashkent | Flight to Istanbul – 08 June 2026: Early breakfast boxes will be provided. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport for your flight Turkish Airline leaving Tashkent at 06h05 Arrival in Istanbul at 09h30 After immigration and baggage claim, you will be met by our local tour operator. Proceed tour of Sultanahmet & historic Istanbul Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome Check in at hotel @ 14h00 Afternoon at leisure Overnight at hotel

Day 10

Istanbul: 09 June 2026: Breakfast at hotel Day at leisure for shopping or join one of our optional tour Overnight at hotel

Day 12

Istanbul – Mauritius : 10 June: Breakfast at the hotel. Day at leisure Late check out -23h00 and transfer to Istanbul airport for flight Turkish Airline at 06h05 and connect to your next flight Istanbul.

Day 13

Mauritius: 11 June 2026: Catch your next flight to Mauritius at 02h10. Arrival at Mauritius Airport at 12h45.

Our Selection of Hotels

What is Included

Flights & Tour Support

Return air tickets in Economy Class with Turkish Airlines
Dedicated BlueSky Tour Leader accompanying the group throughout the journey

Uzbekistan

Accommodation in carefully selected 4-star hotels
Daily breakfast and selected dinners as specified in the itinerary
Airport and railway station transfers
High-speed and intercity train tickets:
- Tashkent → Samarkand
- Samarkand → Bukhara
- Bukhara → Tashkent
All sightseeing tours as outlined in the itinerary
Entrance fees to all monuments and attractions listed
Services of professional local guides
Complimentary 0.5 L mineral water per person per day during the Uzbekistan tour
Uzbekistan tourist visa

Istanbul

Istanbul visa
2 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel
Daily breakfast
Late check-out on the day of departure
Private return airport transfers
Half-day guided city tour of Sultanahmet, including:
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Hippodrome
Services of a French-speaking professional guide

What’s not Included

Travel and medical insurance
Optional activities (subject to availability)
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary (lunch, dinner, and drinks)
Beverages
Entrance fees where applicable
Camera and video camera fees at monuments
Video and photography charges
Tips and gratuities
Porterage
Items of a personal nature (including laundry and phone calls)
Any personal expenses
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions or itinerary

Terms and Conditions

Rates are “As From” in Mauritian Rupees per person sharing double/triple room based on
a minimum group size of 16 persons
In the event that we do not obtain the required number of passengers, we reserve the right to cancel the group & Tour might operate on individual basis at a higher rate.
Rates are subject to modifications based on availability & due to fluctuation in rate of exchange at time of firm booking & payment.

Flights & Tour Support

Return air tickets in Economy Class with Turkish Airlines
Dedicated BlueSky Tour Leader accompanying the group throughout the journey

Uzbekistan

Accommodation in carefully selected 4-star hotels
Daily breakfast and selected dinners as specified in the itinerary
Airport and railway station transfers
High-speed and intercity train tickets:
- Tashkent → Samarkand
- Samarkand → Bukhara
- Bukhara → Tashkent
All sightseeing tours as outlined in the itinerary
Entrance fees to all monuments and attractions listed
Services of professional local guides
Complimentary 0.5 L mineral water per person per day during the Uzbekistan tour
Uzbekistan tourist visa

Istanbul

Istanbul visa
2 nights’ accommodation in a 4-star hotel
Daily breakfast
Late check-out on the day of departure
Private return airport transfers
Half-day guided city tour of Sultanahmet, including:
- Hagia Sophia
- Blue Mosque
- Hippodrome
Services of a French-speaking professional guide

Travel and medical insurance
Optional activities (subject to availability)
Meals not mentioned in the itinerary (lunch, dinner, and drinks)
Beverages
Entrance fees where applicable
Camera and video camera fees at monuments
Video and photography charges
Tips and gratuities
Porterage
Items of a personal nature (including laundry and phone calls)
Any personal expenses
Any services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions or itinerary

Rates are “As From” in Mauritian Rupees per person sharing double/triple room based on
a minimum group size of 16 persons
In the event that we do not obtain the required number of passengers, we reserve the right to cancel the group & Tour might operate on individual basis at a higher rate.
Rates are subject to modifications based on availability & due to fluctuation in rate of exchange at time of firm booking & payment.