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Silk Road Gateway Khujand and Tajikistan Day Tour from Tashkent

By Mirzo
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$436 per traveller* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 14h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

Embark on a captivating full-day journey from Tashkent to Khujand, one of Central Asia's oldest cities. This tour offers a chance to explore a city rich in Silk Road history and the legacy of Alexander the Great. After a seamless pickup from your Tashkent hotel, enjoy a scenic drive to the border, where you will meet a local guide. Discover the stunning Khujand Palace, the historic fortress, and the Sheikh Muslihiddin complex, home to a grand mosque and mausoleum. Experience local life at the lively Panjshanbe Bazaar, immersing yourself in the vibrant culture of Tajikistan.

Full-day tour from Tashkent to Khujand, Tajikistan
Visit historical sites including Khujand Palace and Fortress
Explore the lively Panjshanbe Bazaar for local culture
Includes hotel pickup, private transport, and local guide

Activity location

  • Uzbek Border Crossing Point -Oybek
    • Chanak, Tashkent Region, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Uzbek Border Crossing Point -Oybek
    • Chanak, Tashkent Region, Uzbekistan

Check availability

Private Tour up to 5 people
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Private Tour
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
AU$712.80 x 1 TravellerAU$712.80
Total
Price is AU$712.80
Private Tour up to 3 People
  • Activity duration is 14 hours14h
    14h
  • English

Private Tour up to 3 People
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00 AM
Price details
AU$436.41 x 1 TravellerAU$436.41
Total
Price is AU$436.41

What's included, what's not

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    Professional driver (Uzbekistan & Tajikistan sides)
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    All fuel and road expenses
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    Private air-conditioned transport
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    Bottled water
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    Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tashkent
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    Local English-speaking guide in Khujand
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    Uzbekistan–Tajikistan border assistance
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    Tajikistan visa (if required)
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    Entrance tickets to monuments and museums
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    Lunch
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    Travel insurance
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    Personal expenses
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    Tips and service charge

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Uzbek Border Crossing Point -Oybek

  • 2h
After pickup from your hotel in Tashkent, enjoy a comfortable drive of approximately 1.5–2 hours to the Uzbekistan–Tajikistan border at Oybek. Upon arrival, you will complete exit formalities on the Uzbekistan side and then walk about 800–1,000 metres through the neutral border zone to the Tajikistan checkpoint. After crossing into Tajikistan, you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide, who will be waiting with a sign displaying your name, before continuing the journey to Khujand.

Arbob Cultural Palace

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the impressive Arbob Palace, one of Khujand’s most remarkable landmarks and a symbol of Tajikistan’s cultural heritage. This grand complex, inspired by the famous Peterhof Palace near St. Petersburg, features elegant facades, decorative halls, and landscaped gardens. Travellers will explore the palace grounds, learn about its historical significance — including its role in Tajikistan’s modern history — and enjoy photo opportunities around the ornate architecture and fountains before continuing the city tour.

Khujand Fortress

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Explore the historic Khujand Fortress, one of the oldest fortifications in Central Asia, dating back over 2,500 years to the time of Alexander the Great. Walk along its restored walls and visit the Archaeology Museum (optional) to discover artefacts, exhibits, and stories that reveal the city’s ancient Silk Road past and strategic importance.

Panjshanbe Market

  • 1h
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Panjshanbe Bazaar, the largest traditional market in northern Tajikistan. Wander through colourful stalls filled with fresh fruits, spices, nuts, bread, textiles, and local products, and observe daily life as locals trade and socialise. This lively market offers a true taste of Khujand’s culture and traditions.

Mausoleum of Sheik Muslekheddin

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the revered Sheikh Muslihiddin complex, one of Khujand’s most important spiritual and architectural landmarks. This historic ensemble includes a mausoleum, a grand mosque, and an elegant 19th-century minaret dedicated to the city’s patron saint. Travellers will admire the intricate Islamic architecture, peaceful courtyard, and learn about the cultural and religious significance of this sacred site in Tajik history.

Location

Activity location

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    Uzbek Border Crossing Point -Oybek
    • Chanak, Tashkent Region, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Uzbek Border Crossing Point -Oybek
    • Chanak, Tashkent Region, Uzbekistan

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