Uzbekistan · BUKHARA TOURS
Bukhara’s old town is small enough to walk and dense enough to need explaining: trading domes, a working madrasa, the Ark, and the Kalyan minaret that Genghis Khan left standing. These 15 tours differ mostly on pace and on whether a car is included.
Explore Bukhara’s finest mosques, madrasas, bazaars, and fortress on a private walking tour with local guides and flexible pacing.
“A great trip through the history of Bukhara with all the important mosques and madrassahs seen. The guide was excellent.”
Review of Bukhara’s six-hour private Old Town tour, with the Ark, Kalon Minaret, bazaars, madrasas, guide tips, and honest value advice.
“Shakhnoza was an amazing guide and I couldn't recommend her more. She was very attentive, polite, and knowledgeable. I felt incredibly comfortable with the flow of the tour. The tour was complete, with historical and cultural context to the details and it was very easy to chat with her about any topic, making the day very pleasant as if you just strolling down the city with someone you know well. 10/10.”
Review of Bukhara’s private city tour with Kamilla, covering Silk Road landmarks, crafts, local culture, food tips, and practical value.
“This was one of the best walking tours I have been on. Kamilla is a wonderful guide and person. This is not a standard company guide, but her created experience. The messages from the past really enhanced the day. Highly recommend!”
Review of Bukhara’s private Old City tour, covering 14 landmarks, local guides, walking pace, value, drawbacks, and practical tips.
“Had an amazing private tour with this very knowledgeable guide Sitora. She explained everything about this city as well many old stories and legends of Uzbekistan and the associated with Persia. I asked many questions and she is such a good accompany while we walk in the old city. It was also very challenging time for her since it is Ramadan and she refused to accept any water or tips by the end of the tour, despite the fact that she is talking all the time and the tour was really amazing. I strongly recommend her if you are interested in history, legend, archiology, anthropology and architecture.”
Review of the 2-day Bukhara yurt tour to Aydarkul Lake, with camel riding, desert sunsets, meals, transport, and practical booking advice.
“It was an unforgettable and enriching experience. We spent a lovely afternoon at Aidar Lake in the desert, then headed to the yurta camp. The staff there is truly amazing, services are essential but offer everything you need. We had so much fun in the evening, clapping, singing and dancing around the bonfire. The day after, we also enjoyed the stop at Nurata. Our guide was very friendly and flexible and made our trip very comfortable. The only downside is the fact that he did not speak English, so at some point it was a bit difficult to communicate. But that did not prevent us from having fun and falling…”
Review of Bukhara’s 4.5-hour walking tour with Hamza, covering Silk Road landmarks, bazaars, mosques, shopping tips, and practical value.
“Even though it was rainy, it was a very informative and fun tour! Hamza has a really good knowledge of the local history”
Explore Bukhara’s old town with a private guide, from ancient mausoleums and mosques to Silk Road markets, crafts, and local history.
“Generally I prefer to visit monuments and towns by myself reading book guides in order to dedicate more or less time to each single thing to see according to my interest... but the decision to hire a professional guide in Bukhara was really the best decision of my trip in Uzbekistan! Shokhrukh (but "Sho" is easier to remember) was very well prepared and with a huge knowledge of the heritage and history of his amazing country. The level of English was very professional like his preparation on Bukhara and beyond. I appreciated a lot the flexibility of Sho that picked me up in Bukhara Airport in the morning and dropped…”
Review of Bukhara’s private ancient hammam with steam, scrub, massage, tea, sweets, practical tips, price advice, and honest drawbacks.
“Some confusion at the meetup were unsure of being at the right place for some time. The steam room, (too) hot marble slab and vigorous scrub were as expected, the firm massage too. Slightly surprised to have a male attendant / masseuse, and felt uncomfortable as others walked in and out between rooms. Dislike shown at the buckets of water being thrown over my head were ignored.. but it was an experience indeed, neither being offensive nor uncomfortable to a level of wanting to leave, but one I will not need again..”
Review of Bukhara’s 4-hour guided walk, covering Lyab-i-Hauz, trading domes, Magoki Attori, and Kalyan landmarks.
“Even though only myself this time, he sincerely guided me. His English and explanation were so well that I could understand history and culture in this country. I can recommend him to everyone.”
Review of a 3-day Uzbekistan tour from Bukhara to a desert yurt camp, Lake Aydar, Nurata Mountains, local crafts, meals, and camel riding.
“This was a very interesting tour into the desert and mountains of Uzbekistan. I'd definitely make sure you have your adventure pants on for this one! My friend and I (two, 30yo women) had a great time snapping pictures and exploring thRead more”
Review of a two-day Uzbek desert yurt tour from Bukhara, with Nurata, Aydarkul, camel riding, music, meals, and practical tips.
“Vikram was an awesome driver and guide! We truly enjoyed this tour as the highlight of our trip. The star and moon gazing was quite an experience with little to none, light pollution. Everything was really just great! Food was really good! Camp fire, music, singing, camels… loved it! 🥰”
Explore Bukhara’s mausoleum, summer palace, historic homes, and Chor Minor with private transport, a local guide, and plov lunch.
“Excellent tour guide who explained the history and context of each intruiging site in detail. Rounded off with a lovely plov lunch.”
Hike Uzbekistan’s Nuratau Mountains from Bukhara to Samarkand, staying in village homestays, sharing meals, and walking historic trails.
“The warmth and hospitality of our host families and friendliness of our guides. Drivers arriving on time and taking us to our destinations safely.”
Review of a private Bukhara to Samarkand desert tour with petroglyphs, a yurt stay, camel ride, Aydarkul Lake, and practical tips.
“Esperienza da provare per vedere le differenze paesaggistiche che offre questa terra. La visita alle gole è stata molto interessante, come fare il bagno nel lago in pieno deserto. La notte nel campo di Yurta ci ha dato la possibilità di ammirare il cielo stellato senza inquinamento luminoso. I nostri accompagnatori sono stati molto premurosi e disponibili alle nostre esigenze!”
Relax in Bukhara’s 16th-century men’s hammam with sauna, scrub, massage, ginger treatment, tea, and sweets.
“Très beau lieu historique ! Nous avons passé de bons moments dans le hammam et avec le message. Un problème sur la validation de la réservation, le propriétaire ne semblait pas au courant mais cela n’était peut être pas de son fait.”
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