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Uzbekistan Travel Itinerary
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Uzbekistan is a former Soviet country in Central Asia. It is famous for its mosques, mausoleums, and other buildings associated with the Silk Road, a historic trading route that connected China with the Mediterranean. The Registan, a square ringed by three magnificent, mosaic-covered religious schools originating from the 15th and 17th centuries, is a hallmark of Islamic architecture in Samarkand, an important city on the route. Uzbekistan is a country in Central Asia famous for its stunning mosques, mausoleums, madrasahs and other sites linked to the Silk Road, the ancient trade route between China and the Mediterranean.
This undiscovered gem of Central Asia has a rich history due to its location on the legendary Silk Road. The great blend of the old and the new is a pleasant touch to the country. “But why has Uzbekistan been so under the radar?” The new president heavily invested in tourism by building a high-speed railway system and by making the visas much cheaper or free. One to two weeks is enough time to travel around Uzbekistan.
Let's get around
Uzbekistan is safe and it is good for tourist. Actually, all five countries in Central Asia – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan – were placed in Level 1 countries by the US Department of State, meaning they are among the safest countries in the world to travel to!
The main transportation in Uzbekistan are buses, trolleybuses, trams, and taxis.Almost anywhere in Uzbekistan can be reached by minibusses and buses. Flights are made not only by state but also by private companies. In major cities, in addition to buses, trams, and trolleybuses run. Taxis in Uzbekistan are inexpensive.
Trains are an easy and comfortable way to move around Uzbekistan. If you are travelling independently, booking in advance might still be a bit of a hassle, though. If you missed the train, a shared taxi or minibus is a fast and cheap alternative.
Few things to know
1. What is the currency and conversion in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistani Som
National currency of Uzbekistan is sum (also som, soum) and tiyin. This currency has been put into circulation in Uzbekistan since 1994 and today is the only means of payment. In circulation there are banknotes of the following value: 100,200,500, 1000 and 5000 sum.
1 USD = 11,441.046561 UZS2. What is the language in Uzbekistan?
Uzbek is predominantly spoken in the Republic of Uzbekistan, of which it is the sole official language. Statistics show that 22 million of Uzbekistan's population of 30 million have Uzbek as their first language.
3. Are there many ATMs and Money Exchange?
ATMs in UzbekistanIn Uzbekistan, besides regular ATMs, you will also find ATM exchange machines. You may exchange US dollar bills into local currency.
Currency Exchange in UzbekistanBANKS IN UZBEKISTAN Bank branches are widespread in Uzbekistan, and they include both state-owned and private banks. As a tourist, you are most likely to use the bank for changing foreign currency into UZS.
Traveller’s Cheques in UzbekistanTravellers' cheques are not normally accepted. There are very few cash dispensers. US dollars are the most widely accepted foreign currency. Only change money through official exchange booths.4. What is the time zone in Uzbekistan?
Uzbekistan Standard Time
Time zone in Uzbekistan (GMT+5)
There are no Daylight Saving Time clock changes.5. What is the climate in Uzbekistan?
Summers are long, hot and dry, with an average monthly temperature of 27.2°C in the hottest month (July), and with an average daily maximum of 35°C in many of the major cities. Winters are cold, with average monthly temperatures of -1°C to -3°C between December and February.
6. What is the telephone code in Uzbekistan?
+998
Telephone numbers in Uzbekistan7. What is the emergency service in Uzbekistan?
112
If you need an emergency help during your trip in Uzbekistan you may call the following numbers: Emergency service – 112. Fire service – 101. Healthcare emergency – 103.8. What is the driving mode in Uzbekistan?
Most cities in Uzbekistan are known to be exceptionally secure for travelers, Uzbekistan drives to the right. Right-hand driving is where the vehicle has a steering wheel to the right, but the driver uses the left side of the lane. Many of the nations that employ right-hand driving are former British colonies
9. What is the electricity voltage in Uzbekistan?
220V
Uzbekistan operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz. You can use your electric appliances in Uzbekistan, if the standard voltage in your country is in between 220 - 240 V (as is in the UK, Europe, Australia and most of Asia and Africa).
Some highlights in Uzbekistan
Airlines that fly to Uzbekistan
These are some of the airlines flying to Uzbekistan from around the world. Major airlines offer direct flights to Uzbekistan from all over the world. There are also several connecting flights to Uzbekistan depending on what countries you depart to which airline you are flying with. In some airlines, you may consider having layovers too.
How long do flights to Uzbekistan?
The total flight duration from United States to Uzbekistan is 14 hours, 14 minutes.
This assumes an average flight speed for a commercial airliner of 500 mph, which is equivalent to 805 km/h or 434 knots. It also adds an extra 30 minutes for take-off and landing. Your exact time may vary depending on wind speeds.
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