What Does Uzbekistan’s Visa-Free Policy Mean for Indian Travelers?
Uzbekistan has officially announced a 30-day visa-free entry regime for Indian citizens, making travel to Central Asia significantly easier, faster, and more affordable. Under this updated policy, Indian passport holders traveling for leisure or short-term business no longer need to complete an online e-visa application or pay government processing fees prior to departure. You can simply land in Uzbekistan, clear immigration with your passport, and enjoy up to 30 continuous days of exploration.
- Allowed Duration: Up to 30 days per visit.
- Eligible Purposes: Tourism, cultural travel, and short-term business trips.
- Cost: Free ($0 entry fee; previously $20–$50 for single/multiple-entry e-visas).
- Entry Points: All international airports and overland border checkpoints.
Past vs Future for Indian travelers to Uzbekistan...
As Tourmania tour company, we helped many Indian travelers to discover beauty and richness of Uzbek culture, tradition and history. However, most of our Indian travelers liked to wait until last 2-3 days before departure to decide whether they go 100% or not. So, as you can notice, many of them stressed out when applied for e-visa. Even some of the guests were having hard times filling out the form as it was taking around 30 minutes per person. We know that many Indians don't travel alone. As we can feel some optimism that is coming ahead - no need for applying e-visa, which will help many of the travelers to enjoy the process of booking and planning the trip to Uzbekistan from India. We as a professional team truly excited to accommodate all travelers coming from India to Uzbekistan. What we can propose is the only true value you can find these days - first hand high quality service provider. We guarantee that you and your family and friend will enjoy their unforgettable journey to oldest cities as Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and modern Tashkent city.
Planning Your Trip to Uzbekistan: Flights, Currency & Essentials
How to Get There from India There are direct flights connecting India and Uzbekistan (primarily operating out of New Delhi [DEL] to Tashkent [TAS]), with approximately 14 direct flights weekly provided by carriers such as Uzbekistan Airways and IndiGo. Flight times are short, typically taking around 3 to 3.5 hours. - Money & Currency Tips Local Currency: Uzbek Som (UZS). You can exchange anywhere in Tashkent. - Cash is Essential: While many places nowadays in Tashkent accept Visa and Mastercard, Uzbekistan remains cash-based. - Currency Exchange: Bring clean, crisp US Dollar (USD) bills to exchange at local bank counters or exchange kiosks for favorable rates. (For old, damaged banknotes banks in Uzbekistan charge 5% commission, therefore Tourmania suggests to bring fresh ones) We had in our practice when Indian tourists had to bring back their 400 outdated US Dollars to India by ruining their travel. - Language & Offline Tools Uzbek is the official language, and Russian is widely spoken across all major tourist regions. However, young generation quickly learns English language. Downloading offline translation tools (such as Google Translate with Russian/Uzbek packs) will facilitate smooth communication at local bazaars and taxicabs.
Day-by-day on the live Classic Uzbekistan 8 Days Tour
This list is pulled from the published itinerary, so it stays in sync when we edit the tour.
Day 1
Arrival in Tashkent & Capital Overview
Morning: Arrive at Tashkent International Airport. Private transfer to your hotel for check-in. Afternoon: Visit the Hazrati Imam Complex, housing the 7th-century Quran of Caliph Uthman. Browse spice and textile stalls inside the turquoise-domed Chorsu Bazaar. Evening: Ride the ornate Tashkent Metro system and enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2
Morning Flight to Urgench & Khiva (Ichan-Kala)
Morning: Early transfer to the domestic terminal for your flight to Urgench, followed by a short transfer to Khiva. Afternoon: Step inside Ichan-Kala, Khiva’s UNESCO-listed inner fortress. Visit the uncompleted Kalta Minor Minaret, the Kunya-Ark Citadel, and the wooden 218-column Juma Mosque. Evening: Watch the sunset over the mud-brick rooftops from the watchtower of the Tash-Khovli Palace.
Day 3
Journey Across the Kyzylkum Desert to Bukhara
Daytime: Depart Khiva for a drive or train ride through the red sands of the Kyzylkum Desert, tracing historic trade routes parallel to the Amu Darya River. Evening: Arrive in Bukhara, check into your hotel, and relax around the tranquil Lyabi-Hauz central pond.
Day 4
Day 4: Bukhara Open-Air Architectural Treasures
Morning: Guided walking tour of Bukhara's sacred core: the Poi Kalyan Complex (featuring the 47-meter Kalyan Minaret), Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, and the Ark Citadel. Afternoon: Explore the 10th-century Samanid Mausoleum, Bolo Haouz Mosque, and wander through 16th-century covered Trading Domes filled with artisans. Evening: Traditional dinner in the old city accompanied by a local folklore music performance.
Day 5
Bukhara Suburbs & High-Speed Train to Samarkand
Morning: Visit Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa, the summer palace of the last Bukharan Emir, blending Russian and Oriental design. Afternoon: Board the high-speed Afrosiyob train to Samarkand (approx. 1.5 hours). Evening: Check into your hotel and take an evening stroll to see the illuminated facade of Registan Square.
Day 6
Samarkand - Crown Jewel of the Silk Road
Morning: Explore Registan Square, surrounded by three 15th- and 17th-century madrasahs. Visit Gur-Emir Mausoleum, the final resting place of Tamerlane. Afternoon: Marvel at the grand Bibi-Khanym Mosque and sample local produce at Siab Bazaar. Walk along the sapphire-tiled avenues of the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis. Evening: Visit the 15th-century Ulugh Beg Observatory.
Day 7
Craft Traditions & Return to Tashkent
Morning: Visit Konigil Tourist Village near Samarkand to see master craftsmen producing handmade mulberry paper and pottery. Afternoon: Board the high-speed Afrosiyob train back to Tashkent (approx. 2 hours 15 mins). Evening: Hotel check-in and farewell evening in Tashkent.
Day 8
Departure from Tashkent
Morning: Breakfast at your hotel followed by leisure time for last-minute shopping. Transfer: Private airport transfer for your departure flight.
Tours mentioned in this guide
Live from the catalog — only published itineraries, with the current USD from-price.
Questions about dates or passports? WhatsApp the Tashkent desk. We do not take card numbers on this website.