In recent years, tourism has been recognized globally as one of the strategic sectors of the economy. In particular, through the development of domestic tourism, countries are able to create quality leisure opportunities for their citizens, strengthen regional economic activity and stimulate local businesses. The sustainable growth of the tourism sector depends not only on the quality of historical and cultural heritage sites, natural beauties and services, but also on a convenient, safe and efficient transport infrastructure [1].

In Uzbekistan tourism state of the policy priority from directions to one In particular, the internal tourism expansion through country inside regions in the middle cultural, economic and social connections reinforcement goal In this regard, the 2022–2026 New Uzbekistan is intended​ progress in the strategy tourism internal from the potential complete​ use, infrastructure problems eliminate to grow and citizens active to travel attraction to grow important task as specified [2].

Exactly internal tourism state and society in the middle bridge​ task passed. In this field activity in the population patriotism feeling​ strengthens, local working manufacturers, craftsmen, service and logistics service indicators​ for permanent income source creates. But this the process with high efficiency organization to grow for modern transport infrastructure formation necessary. Because tourism routes geography how much wide not if it​ take public transportation system there is or comfortable if not, this regions potential to work It doesn't fall [3].

At the moment in the republic internal to tourism service in the transportation system row problems available. Car of the roads big part in need of repair, many village and edge in the regions public of transport commute regular not. Railway​ flights mainly large cities in the middle accumulated, internal​ aviation services and limited and all regions cover In such circumstances internal tourism popularization and develop transport infrastructure for fundamentally improvement is required.

Every country strives to achieve economic growth, population well-being, and regional stability by fully utilizing its domestic tourism potential. In this, transport infrastructure - this only technician network not, maybe tourism developer strategic is an advantage. After all, tourism of activity success of tourists to the address fast, safe and comfortable arrived to go to the possibility integral If the transport system effective even if it doesn't work the most unique tourist There are enough facilities. visit to the orderers has It won't be possible [4].

In Uzbekistan internal tourism to develop aimed at state of the policy increase with this issue is further current importance profession In particular, in 2019 acceptance made « Internal tourism support program", as well as New Uzbekistan progress strategy within by designating given tasks, areas between​ tourism flow acceleration, population between travel culture wide current In this process, the transport infrastructure improvement first level task to be remains.

Transport infrastructure improve not only tourists flow increase, maybe regions economy, local services to the market and population to busyness positive impact For example, tourist​ to objects take going new road​ construction with one in a row, on a path along​ new cafes, hotels, local products shops, service​ centers and this such as small business objects appearance This is the case. Economic activity increases, local budget their income to multiply service does [5].

Also, internal tourism population socio-spiritual positive in the situation impact shows. People​ own​ his country rediscovers patriotism​​​ feeling strengthened, various regions culture with closely acquaintance through national unity This process​ only efficient transport links there is just in place done increase possible.

Transport infrastructure develop through internal tourism activity expansion issue Uzbekistan under the circumstances not only relevant, maybe strategic task This is​ on the subject scientific analyses and practical offers political decision acceptance in doing, regional development programs in the making and private sector participation in strengthening important basis to be service does [6].

The relationship between domestic tourism and transport infrastructure has been studied by specialist scientists and researchers for many years. An analysis of scientific sources in this area shows that transport is not only a means of physical movement, but also a strategic infrastructure for the implementation of tourism activities. There is a direct correlation between tourism development and the efficiency of transport infrastructure [7].

S. Page and M. Hall, in their work “Tourism and Transport: Issues and Agenda for the New Millennium”, describe transport infrastructure as an important strategic factor in the development of tourism. The authors emphasize that the development of domestic tourism is particularly slow in regions with insufficient road infrastructure, and the poor quality of tourism services limits the flow of regional tourism [8]. As they note, “the inadequacy of tourism logistics hinders the effective use of available tourism resources.”

R. Prideaux also proposes methods for forecasting tourist movements, solving logistical problems, and assessing the effectiveness of infrastructure investments through tourism transport models [9]. In his opinion, transport is not only a means of transportation, but also the first and last point that forms the tourist's impressions.

Local scholar Q. Kholmurodov, in his study on the efficiency of tourism logistics and transport services in Uzbekistan, emphasizes that the transport chain in domestic tourism should be continuous and convenient [10]. His analysis shows that the underdeveloped transport system, especially in rural areas and small towns, limits tourism, and there are insufficient connections between tourist hubs and centers.

T. Litvinov, analyzing the Russian experience, shows that the weakness of domestic tourism infrastructure is often associated with the inefficient distribution of funds allocated from the local budget [11]. This situation is also relevant for Uzbekistan, since the management of transport and tourism infrastructure in the regions is often centralized, and local needs are not fully taken into account.

International organizations such as UNWTO and WTTC also provide regular analyses of the relationship between tourism and transport. As the 2023 World Tourism Organization report notes, “countries without a well-developed transport system cannot fully exploit the domestic resources of tourism, leading to missed economic opportunities.”

However, some studies have taken a critical view of the effectiveness of investments in transport infrastructure. For example, Lohmann & Pearce note that in some cases the economic returns from transport projects are not as high as expected and do not have a direct impact on tourism without a clear marketing strategy [12].

In general, the analysis of the literature shows that: transport infrastructure is a decisive factor in domestic tourism; territorial imbalances and a weak logistics system limit the flow of tourism; the effectiveness of transport projects depends on their compatibility with other infrastructure sectors; to achieve economic and social efficiency, transport infrastructure must be integrated with strategic plans.

One of the scholars who has deeply studied the relationship between tourism and transport is L. Massiani, who in his study on regional tourism flows in Europe emphasizes that the mere physical presence of transport infrastructure is not enough; an important factor is its functionality and ease of use [13]. That is, the consistency of timetables, the transparency of ticket prices and the availability of digital services influence the decisions of domestic tourists.

Dallen J. Timothy, in his book Cultural Heritage and Tourism, pays particular attention to the transportation infrastructure around historic sites. He argues that the quality of roads leading to such sites, the availability of parking, and the level of public transportation available determine the level of tourist satisfaction [14]. He concludes that "the first step in the popularization of historic sites is to improve transportation connections."

A study by P. Bieger and C. Laesser highlights “freedom of mobility” as one of the main motivational factors in domestic tourism. They found, through empirical surveys in about 20 European countries, that the development of transport infrastructure is one of the main criteria for choosing and enjoying domestic tourism. They emphasize that improving the quality of roads and travel, especially for local residents, and optimizing transport costs, encourage tourism activities.

Also, in their scientific research, C. Feng and A. Page, studying the relationship between domestic tourism and logistics in China, concluded that the overall geography of tourism will expand only when public investment is directed not only to highways, but also to infrastructure around secondary roads, rural roads, and railway stations. Their theory is especially relevant in the context of Uzbekistan, since most of the local tourist attractions are located in remote areas [15].

This view is supported by local researcher I. Karimov, who estimates that 40 percent of tourist destinations in Uzbekistan are poorly served by transport. The author cites the imbalance in resource allocation and the lack of regional logistics strategies as the main reasons for this.

In this regard, the topic is very relevant not only from a scientific point of view, but also from the point of view of public administration and territorial planning policy. Scientific research forms the necessary analytical basis for decision-making in this area.

The methodology employed in this research on increasing the efficiency of domestic tourism through the development of transport infrastructure in Uzbekistan integrates a variety of qualitative and quantitative approaches to provide a comprehensive and evidence-based analysis. A comparative analysis method was used to assess trends in transport infrastructure reforms and their correlation with domestic tourism growth over recent years. This included examining statistical indicators from 2020 to 2024 related to airport modernization, railway expansion, metro use, and public transport networks. Economic comparison and logical analysis were applied to evaluate cost-efficiency and socio-economic impacts of infrastructural investments. The study also drew on methods of scientific abstraction and synthesis, allowing for the generalization of insights from specific transport-related developments to broader tourism policy implications. Furthermore, the research employed inductive reasoning to derive practical recommendations from observed trends and results, while deductive reasoning was used to test hypotheses about the role of infrastructure as a determinant of tourist mobility and satisfaction. Visual data such as tables and figures supported the empirical analysis, enabling a clearer understanding of temporal dynamics in tourist inflows and transport use. In addition, the study involved a critical review of both international and local scholarly literature, including works by Page, Hall, Prideaux, and Uzbek researchers, ensuring the theoretical grounding of the research. By combining analytical tools with field-specific data and literature synthesis, the methodology provides a robust framework for understanding how infrastructural modernization influences the internal tourism ecosystem in Uzbekistan and informs strategic planning.

Currently, the existing transport system in the country has not yet demonstrated its full potential, especially in terms of domestic tourism. In particular:

1. Although a number of districts and villages are attractive from a tourist perspective, there is no convenient means of transportation to reach them.

2. Tourist​ in the seasons public in transport loading exceed goes, because special tourist directions regular it's not.

3. Tcommand line and internal aviation services large cities around concentrated is regional​ wide comprehensiveness is not enough.

4. Tourists​ for online planning, road movement information, navigation services such as digital solutions still limited on a scale current made.

These problems internal tourism public and stable to the field to convert obstacle​ Therefore, this issue is being investigated scientifically. point of view both visually and practically politics to conduct point of view apart from the point of view study, analysis​ to be done and territorial planning in the process into account to be taken condition​

Uzbekistan has a great potential for tourism, with historical heritage, rich cultural traditions, unique natural landscapes, and national handicraft centers playing an important role. In order to effectively use these opportunities and make the tourism sector a leading driver of the state economy, the state of infrastructure, especially transport infrastructure, should be considered a decisive factor.

Significant growth was observed in transport networks as a result of reforms and investments implemented during 2020-2024. In particular:

1. Airports in cities such as Samarkand, Tashkent, and Bukhara have been modernized and passenger traffic has increased several times;

2. Uzbekistan Airways and regional airlines increased the number of domestic flights;

3. High-speed trains began to operate on new routes, for example, the "Tashkent - Samarkand - Bukhara - Khiva" line;

4. Metropolitan, electric buses, digitalized bus systems on the road was put.

This growth​ not only internal tourism encouraged, maybe​ country of the population across the country travel to do was​ has also increased interest. In 2022, 20.1 million people internal tourist record done if so, by 2024 come this number 22.7 million people​​​ reached. These indicators government by done increased infrastructure projects efficiency shows.​

However, this with together, some transportation routes in the regions in need of repair, village and edge in places public transport enough underdeveloped. In particular:

1. k many tourism to objects regular trips there is it's not;

2. Transport​ in logistics territorial inequality preserved remains;

3. j Community in transport digital services still limited on a scale.

That's why for, internal tourism activity efficiency further increase for following practical recommendations important importance has:

1. Regional transport equality provide: s tourism objects located edge to the regions delivery to put system improve; every​ one tourist in the area road infrastructure good quality and stable to the point to bring

2. Special tourist commute directions current to drink: s alcoholism in the seasons bus and trains for separately graphics; local​ in aviation internal directions number multiplication.

3. Digitization and digital logistics platforms current to enter: inside tourists for direction planning, online ticket reservation to do, QR– navigation services; tourist “smart cards ” system transport services via centralization.

4. Private sector participation expansion: transport​ and logistics in the field private carriers attraction to establish; public -private partnership mechanisms through infrastructural projects financing.

5. Ecological clean modes of transport Promotion: electric buses, bicycles sidewalks, electric cars support; e cotourism to the objects which is « green transportation system​ create​

Transport infrastructure development is​ only technician task not, maybe internal tourism development main strategic This is a condition. in the direction scientific analysis, international experiments and practical results this shows that without a modern transportation system tourism potential complete​ to come true Therefore, the transport infrastructure modernization to do and internal tourism complex basically develop in the future Uzbekistan​ economy diversification to do, areas equal develop and population well-being increase main from the roads one to be remains.