Samarkand: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Samarkand is a major city located in southeastern Uzbekistan and is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities in Central Asia.

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Balkh≈ 3 hr 35 min

Safety and health

Official travel advice and the medical minimum

Safety · official adviceour data as of Sep 15, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information about global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Uzbekistan is generally a safe destination for U.S. travelers. Review our travel guidance for Uzbekistan to prepare for a safe trip. If you decide to travel to Uzbekistan: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

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Samarkand: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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