Photography Journey: The Silk Road of Uzbekistan

Capture the magic of the Silk Road on this 9-day photography journey through Uzbekistan’s most photogenic cities—Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Shakhrisabz, Kokand, and Nukus. From intricate Islamic architecture and vibrant bazaars to vast deserts and timeless caravans, every stop offers a frame-worthy moment.

We’ll explore ancient monuments bathed in golden light, bustling markets alive with color, and the avant-garde Savitsky Museum in Nukus. Sunrise and sunset shoots are planned at iconic sites like Registan Square, the Ark Fortress, and Khiva’s city walls. Between shoots, wander through hidden courtyards, mosques, and caravanserais, guided by locals who know the best angles and secret vantage points.

Your accommodations—luxurious boutique hotels, nomadic yurts, and charming guesthouses—are chosen for both comfort and character. Share meals with local families, photograph the artistry of fresh bread baking in a tandir oven, and capture the vibrant Lazgi dance in Khiva.

Evenings bring opportunities to photograph the illuminated fountains of Labi Khaus, the intricate tilework of Samarkand under the stars, and folk performances alive with movement and color. We’ll secure premier access for light shows, festivals, and even traditional weddings—unique cultural moments rarely available to outsiders.

Travel is seamless with high-speed trains, climate-controlled vehicles, and expert guides who understand a photographer’s need for time, light, and space.

Led by Conde Nast award-winning tour operators Dilfuza Rajabova and Abdulaziz Isomov, this tour is designed to give you more than images—it offers stories, connections, and once-in-a-lifetime frames of a country where beauty and hospitality meet.

Prices start at $3,200 per person and do not include airfare

Discover Uzbekistan through your lens with a private photographer by your side. Whether you shoot with a DSLR, mirrorless camera, or just your phone, you’ll receive hands-on guidance in camera settings, lighting, and composition as you explore the Silk Road’s most stunning sites. From the golden domes of Samarkand to the ancient streets of Bukhara and the glowing city walls of Khiva at sunset, your photographer will help you capture images that tell a story. Every moment becomes a frame-worthy memory—no experience required, just your curiosity and love for beautiful places.