Two Rivers
Two Rivers
People walking through a historic market passage in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan

Experiences & Journeys

Discover private dining, craft workshops and time with local experts, alongside sample itineraries we can adapt to your interests.

A closer connection

Experiences to Remember

Meet the people, share the flavours and discover the stories that make a journey your own.

The Kalyan Minaret and domes of Bukhara in the evening

Bukhara & Khiva

Dine Above the Old City

Watch the light change over domes and minarets, then settle in for a private dinner with a view of the old city.

A potter working at the wheel in a Gijduvan ceramics workshop

Rishtan & Gijduvan

Meet the Masters

Step inside a family pottery workshop. Meet the makers, discover their patterns and glazes, and try shaping or painting a piece of your own.

An Uzbek table set with plov, bread, tea and regional dishes

Samarkand & Bukhara

At a Local Family’s Table

Prepare regional dishes with local hosts, learn the story behind the family recipe, and share a meal over conversation and tea.

The entrance and walls of the Ark citadel in Bukhara

Bukhara

History with an Expert

Explore the Ark with a historian or archaeologist, looking beyond the walls to the people, discoveries and stories that shaped Bukhara.

The interior of a synagogue in the old city of Bukhara

Bukhara & Samarkand

Discover Jewish Heritage

Follow the stories of Bukharan Jewish communities through historic neighbourhoods, synagogues and the food traditions that connect generations.

Oak barrels in a traditional wine cellar in Uzbekistan

Samarkand

Taste Samarkand’s Wines

Discover another side of the region through a winery or cellar visit, tasting local wines and learning about the traditions behind them.

Sample Private Journey

The Historic Cities

9 days / 8 nights

A first journey through the country’s historic cities, combining architecture, local food and craft traditions with private guiding and time to explore.

Tashkent Samarkand Bukhara Khiva Tashkent

  1. Days 1-2

    Arrive in Tashkent

    Modern Tashkent in the evening

    Settle into the capital. Explore Old Tashkent, Chorsu Bazaar and the city’s art and food scene with your guide.

  2. Days 3-4

    Discover Samarkand

    Registan Square in Samarkand at dusk

    Travel by high-speed train. Discover Registan, Gur-e-Amir and Shah-i-Zinda, with time for a craft workshop in Konigil.

  3. Days 5-6

    Slow Down in Bukhara

    The Ark citadel in Bukhara

    Continue by train. Walk the old city, explore the Ark and trading domes, and share a meal with local hosts.

  4. Day 7

    The Road to Khiva

    Khiva’s old city and Kalta Minor at sunset

    Cross the Kyzylkum by private car. Arrive in Khiva and settle in for a quiet evening before exploring the walled city.

  5. Day 8

    Inside the City Walls

    Kunya-Ark and the historic walled city of Khiva

    Explore Itchan Kala, its palaces and carved wooden columns. Leave time for local workshops and dinner with a view.

  6. Day 9

    Return & Departure

    Historic architecture at Hazrati Imam in Tashkent

    Return to Tashkent via Urgench, with airport transfers and onward connections arranged around your departure.

This itinerary is a starting point. We tailor the route, length of stay, hotels and experiences to your preferences.

A dedicated local host accompanies you throughout the journey, coordinating the day-to-day details with your guides and drivers.

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