Uzbekistan Travel Guide: A 9-Day Silk Road Itinerary 📚 This guide is based on thorough research from official tourism and government sources and stories from friends rather than a personal visit. Written by Debarun Sana Till now I didn't get chance to visit the places but stories from my friends and my research pushed me to write up about the country Uzbekistan, the country holds the three most iconic Silk Road cities in one country — Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva — each with turquoise-domed mosques and madrasas that predate most of what's commonly thought of as "ancient" architecture in the West. Entry got easier for American travelers at the start of 2026, and this 9-day route covers Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, and Khiva. Entry Requirements — New as of 2026 As of January 1, 2026, U.S. citizens can enter Uzbekistan completely visa-free for stays of up to 30 days , under a presidential decree signed in November 2025 — no e-visa or...