1.How much will the trip cost? The price of the whole trip depends on the purpose of your visit to Uzbekistan. The prices of the tours given by our company do not include the air flight from your destination. Please check the prices for the air flight with your local Airlines or look up for the closest Uzbekistan Airways representation to you.(click here). So depending on the cost of the air ticket + the services you are interested in will give you the final cost.
2.What are the sights of interest in Uzbekistan? The sights of interest are listed in the description of each city. Please visit any city that you preffer and find a detailed description of local sights of interest. However note, that the main interesting part of Uzbekistan, is that it's been a part of the Great Silk Road and preserved the monuments of 13th - 16th centuries.
3.What is the climate in Uzbekistan? Will it fit me? Climate in Uzbekistan is sharply continental, it varies from dry and arid, with warm summers and cool winters in the west to moderate rainfall, with temperature summers and bitterly cold winters in the east. Temperature in Uzbekistan ranges during the year, from +40?C in summer (July and August) and -20?C in the middle of winter (January and February). Humidity is fairly low. In spring and fall temperatures are of a more moderate nature (mid 20?C to 30?C)
4.What religion is in Uzbekistan? Islam – 88%, Christian (orthodox) – 9%
5.What languages do people speak? The official language is Uzbek (Turkic origin), but the main part of the population speak Russian (Slavonic origin). In some areas (Samarkand, Bukhara) people also speak Tadjik (Persian origin). English is getting popular among young people. Excellent multilingual speaking guides and escorts are easily available throughout the country.
6.How to get a visa to Uzbekistan? For any foreigner a visa is necessary to visit Republic of Uzbekistan. For more information please go to: timur@dolores.uz
7.What is the national currency? National currency is soum. 1 soum = 100 tiyin. $1 = 1297, 38 soum (as of March 03, 2008) All foreign currencies can be exchanged in major banks. The preferred currencies are US dollars and Euros (Cash). In country cities there are difficulties with exchange, advice to do all changes in Tashkent or ask your Tour leader/driver. Tourists should have enough cash US dollars (new dated notes in best condition) for most expenses.
8.Are credit cards accepted in Uzbekistan? Credit cards VISA, MASTER CARD are acceptable in major banks, hotels, stores and restaurants (In Tashkent). In country cities most used cash payments.
9.What voltage is used in Uzbekistan? 220 volts AC, 50 Am. Round 2 pin continental plugs are standard.
10.What is the time difference? +5 hours ahead GMT in summer; +4 hrs in winter
11.Do i need to bring my insurance with me? As this kind of services in Uzbekistan is still developing, it is advisable to be insured at home by your local insurance company.
12.What should i wear for the tour? If you are coming to Uzbekistan as a tourist following items are essential to take while staying: a backpack is very useful in carrying personal things, a hat, sunglasses, light shoes, sun blocks and light colored cotton clothes during summer and hot periods; a light water and windproof jacket is useful during autumn and period of light showers and at nights in the desert. Uzbekistan is a conservative country, though with Muslim traditions; therefore clothes should be conservative. Women and men may wear long slacks and shirts or blouses with sleeves.
13.I want to rent a car in Uzbekistan, what are the requirements? International Permit required. Minimum age is 18 years. Drive on the right. Speed limits 50-70 km/h in urban areas, 90 km/h on highways. Car rent with driver is widely offered rather than without driver.
