Samarkand guide
Packing List
What to pack for Samarkand
In April, Samarkand is typically mild, 13 to 23°c (13 to 23°C). This list adapts to those conditions; adjust for your exact travel dates.
Samarkand essentials
- Weather: Mild, 13 to 23°C
- Modest dress at religious sites.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- A light jacket for evenings
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Tap water unsafe — use bottled water throughout Uzbekistan. Samarkand's plov (oshi savat) is a legendary local dish, freshly cooked daily. Eat plov before noon for the freshest version.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Check local plug type before travel
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Some cash for incidentals
- Forex card or local currency
- Local currency: Uzbekistani Som (UZS)