Crafted in Khiva
July 18, 2026|2 Days
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Cultural Tour
Step inside a living Silk Road city
Step into Khiva on this immersive 2-day journey from Tashkent. Wander through ancient streets, climb historic minarets at sunset, and explore the UNESCO-listed Silk Road monuments that make this city feel like a living museum. Experience local traditions, craftsmanship, and timeless architecture in one of Uzbekistan's most atmospheric destinations.
July 18, 2026|2 Days
“We began not as a tour company, but as friends opening a door — introducing other friends to the artisans, hidden workshops, ancient patterns, and patient hands that keep Uzbekistan’s living traditions alive — Yusuf and Julia, CraftnCulture Founders”— our founding promise
Tour Overview
Wander through Ichan Kala, Khiva’s UNESCO-listed walled city, a living open-air museum full of Silk Road history and atmosphere
Step into Khiva on this immersive 2-day journey from Tashkent. Wander through ancient streets, climb historic minarets at sunset, and explore the UNESCO-listed Silk Road monuments that make this city feel like a living museum. Experience local traditions, craftsmanship, and timeless architecture in one of Uzbekistan's most atmospheric destinations.
2 Days
Khiva
Tour Highlights
What stays with you, long after the plane home
Moments that define the week. None are staged. All are repeatable on any street corner in the old city — once you know who to ask.
- 01Wander through Ichan Kala, Khiva’s UNESCO-listed walled city, a living open-air museum full of Silk Road history and atmosphere
- 02Explore iconic monuments with an expert English-speaking guide, including palaces, mosques, and towering minarets
- 03Feel the unique vibe of Khiva as you move through its atmospheric streets, where everyday life blends with centuries of history
- 04Discover traditional craftsmanship at the Silk Museum and local artisan workshops
- 05Stroll through hidden alleys and lively bazaars, immersed in the timeless spirit of the Silk Road
01
Tashkent
Morning Departure
02
Khiva
Ancient City Exploration
03
Tashkent
Evening Arrival
Why we're different
Three reasons to travel with Craft & Culture
We are not a tour company. We are a small team who believe travel can preserve a tradition — but only if it's slow, small, and built on real relationships.
Founded by a husband-wife team
Yusufbek and Julia have spent three years building trust with master artisans across five cities. They show up to workshops with you — not as a tour operator dropping off guests, but as friends introducing friends.
Eight to ten guests, never more
Small groups mean genuine connection — with the craft, the artisan, and the place. You sit at the loom yourself. You shape the bread yourself. Nothing is performed.
Real workshops, real hands
No staged demos, no costume-piece tours. The studios you visit are working studios, the kitchens are family kitchens, and the people teaching you are the ones who do this every day for a living.
Itinerary
Day by Day
*On rare occasions, this itinerary may change.
Day 1
Into the Walled City of Khiva
Your journey begins in Tashkent with hotel pick-up and a morning flight to Urgench, followed by a transfer to the enchanting city of Khiva. After check-in and lunch, you step into the extraordinary world of Ichan Kala, Khiva’s UNESCO-listed walled city, where every street echoes the spirit of the Silk Road.
Enclosed by ancient mud-brick walls and filled with turquoise domes, carved wooden columns, and centuries-old madrasahs, Khiva reveals a rare sense of timeless beauty and atmosphere. As you explore, the city unfolds as a living museum, offering a vivid glimpse into its rich architectural and cultural heritage.
As the day comes to a close, you experience one of its most unforgettable moments—sunset from the Islam Khodja Minaret, where golden light washes over the old city, creating a truly magical panorama before dinner and overnight stay.
Postcards from the road
People love our Uzbekistan
What travellers say
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I came for the monuments. I left thinking about the master ceramicist's hands and the smell of the tandir at dawn.
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Small group, deep care. Our hosts knew every artisan by name — and the artisans knew them.
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The plov afternoon alone was worth the trip. I haven't stopped talking about it.
Good to Know
The Practical Details
What's Included
- Accommodation in carefully selected hotels
- Breakfast during your stay
- All transportation, including flights, transfers, and local transport in Khiva
- Professional English-speaking local guide throughout the experience
- Entrance fees to all listed sights and monuments
- Guided sightseeing tours of Khiva’s historic sites and landmarks
- Hands-on craft experiences and demonstrations at the Silk Museum
Not Included
- Lunches and dinners (guides will be happy to recommend and accompany you to restaurants of your choice)
- Personal purchases
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Our Guarantees
- Small group experience
- Expert local guide
- All accommodations included
- 24/7 support during tour
Physical Requirements
Easy. Walking on cobblestones and some stairs.
Reserve your seat
Crafted in Khiva
We open exactly one departure of this journey per season. Reserve with a deposit, balance 90 days before departure.
Book this tour
Pay a 30% deposit today. Balance due 7 days before departure.
$575 per person × 2$1,150
Due today$345
BalanceDue 7 days before departure$805
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Looking for a private trip?
In addition to our small-group departures, we design private journeys for couples, families, and small groups who want something built just for them. Our travel designers know the artisans, the seasons, and the quiet corners that don't make it into guidebooks — ready to craft your next adventure.
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Nights in carefully selected boutique hotels with breakfast included; all hands-on craft workshops; cultural experiences with master artisans; guided cultural exploration in the cities listed; entrance tickets to all monuments; high-speed train tickets between cities; all private transfers; a dedicated local host and expert guide throughout; all workshop tools and materials, with handmade pieces to keep.
International flights; visa fees if required for your nationality; travel insurance; lunches and dinners not listed in the itinerary; alcoholic drinks and personal beverages; optional upgrades.
Citizens of the US, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the EU and many other countries can enter Uzbekistan visa-free for stays of up to 30 days. Other travellers can apply for a fast e-visa online. Please check requirements for your passport before booking.
Moderate — there is walking in historic city centres, bazaars and old neighbourhoods. The craft workshops are beginner-friendly and the pace is unhurried. There are no long hikes or strenuous activities.
Curious travellers, solo visitors, couples, families and small groups of friends who want cultural depth rather than checklists. The tour is suitable for adults of all ages; children twelve and over are welcome with a parent.
A per-person deposit secures your spot. Final balance is due 90 days before departure. Cancellations more than 90 days out forfeit the deposit; 60–90 days, 50% of total; under 60 days, full price. We strongly recommend travel insurance.
From
$425
/ per person