Tourism
Uzbekistan tourism news: travel, attractions, tourist routes and industry statistics.
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Indonesia, Uzbekistan Discuss Direct Air Service
Indonesia and Uzbekistan discussed launching a direct flight and expanding tourism ties, including routes linking Samarkand with Indonesian destinations.
Uzbekistan Sees Rise in Tourist Trips to Saudi Arabia
Some 167,337 Uzbek citizens traveled to Saudi Arabia for tourism in January-July 2026, up 10.3% from a year earlier, official data shows.
Direct Tashkent-Mauritius Flights to Launch in December
Uzbekistan and Mauritius will launch direct flights on December 26, opening a new tourism route and creating opportunities for regional transit traffic.
Tashkent Discusses First Barceló Hotel in Central Asia
Tashkent officials discussed a potential project to open the first Barceló Hotel Group property in Central Asia and attract new tourism investment.
Five-Star Hadith Hotel Opens Near Imam Bukhari Complex
A new five-star Hadith Hotel has opened at the Imam Bukhari complex in Samarkand Region, primarily serving local and foreign pilgrims.
First International Mercure Hotel Opens in Khiva
A Mercure hotel has opened in Khiva, becoming the first international hotel brand in Khorezm Region after a US$26 million investment.
Karakalpakstan to Host International YONAR Festival
Karakalpakstan will host the YONAR international experimental art and creative tourism festival from 16 to 19 September 2026.
Bukhara Tour Operators Explore Surkhandarya’s Potential
Bukhara tour operators visited Surkhandarya to explore its tourism potential and discuss joint routes, tourism packages and regional cooperation.
Malaysian Singer Releases Album Filmed in Uzbekistan
Malaysian singer Hafiz Hamidun has released a new album filmed in Uzbekistan, showcasing the country’s cultural heritage and tourism potential.
Uzbekistan Tourism Videos Shown on 3D Screen in Beijing
Tourism videos promoting Uzbekistan are being shown on a large 3D LED screen at Beijing’s Solana shopping and entertainment center.