Uzbekistan · WALKING TOURS
Every old town here is walkable, which is exactly why a guide pays for itself: the difference between a tiled facade and a working madrasa is not written on the wall. These 15 walks are priced, timed and grouped by city.
Review of Samarkand’s five-hour monument walk, with Registan, Gur-e-Amir, Shah-i-Zinda, costs, walking tips, and practical advice.
“Sevara did her job very well! The tour was incredible, covering all main historical areas. Leaving Samarkand with unforgettable memories. Thank you?”
Review of Khiva’s 4-hour walking tour through Itchan Kala, with major monuments, local stories, guide quality, ticket costs, and practical tips.
“Iroda is a guide with a great knowledge, told interesting stories and spoke excellent English. I didn't have a better guide in two weeks in Uzbekistan. A fantastic tour with lots of history, but also simple things like tasting bread and information about the local cuisine. Highly recommended 👍👍👍”
Review of Samarkand’s $25 walking tour, covering Registan, Gur Emir, Shah-i-Zinda, markets, guide quality, walking demands, and value.
“Beware this is not 6 hours long but 4 hours so set your expectations. All in all, informative tour!”
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”
Review of Khiva’s 4-hour walking tour, covering Itchan Kala, key monuments, guide quality, costs, group size, and booking tips.
“A wonderful introduction to the splendour of old Khiva. Great guide and coveted all the essentials. Highly recommended.”
Explore Samarkand’s grand monuments on a four-hour guided tour with Registan, Gur Emir, Shah-i-Zinda, transport, and strong value.
“We had a fantastic time with our tour guide, Zarshed, during our day in Samarkand! He seriously knows the history of Samarkand, Uzbek and Central Asia in general, which was super informative and educational. Walking through the sites, Read more”
Review of Tashkent’s private walking tour, with Chorsu Bazaar, the metro, city squares, practical tips, pricing, guides, and honest drawbacks.
“Aziza was so lovely and friendly. She provided so much historical and current informative. I thoroughly enjoyed my tour. Very personable.”
Review of Khiva’s private 4.5-hour walking tour, with ancient palaces, mosques, minarets, guide quality, costs, and practical tips.
Explore Samarkand’s greatest monuments on a four-hour guided walk covering Gur-i Amir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, Siab Bazaar, and Shah-i-Zinda.
“A wonderful introduction to the major historical landmarks and monuments with a well informed guide who spoke excellent English.”
Explore Tashkent on foot, by metro, and through local food, with Amir Timur, Hazrati Imam, Chorsu Bazaar, and a local guide.
“I enjoyed my walking tour of Tashkent during my first hours in Uzbekistan. Asrorbek was very knowledgeable and presented lots of interesting facts and history in a clear and understandable way. It was a great way to begin my trip!”
Explore Samarkand at sunset with a local English-speaking guide, visiting Gur-i Amir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, Shakhi-Zinda, and Ulugbek Observatory.
“an evening tour is great if you want to see the sites out of the daytime heat and away from the crowds. You see all the major sites in a few hours w some explanations. It's great value for money if you are on a budget”
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 Khiva’s private walking tour, with Itchan Kala sights, guide quality, costs, timing, languages, and practical booking advice.
“This was a great tour, jam-packed with information. My guide, Moxira, grew up in the Ichan Qala (her parents still live there), so she had an insider,'s perspective. Her knowledge was quite detailed. She met me right on time at my hotel and has a pleasant personality that adds to the enjoyment of the tour. Would definitely recommend.”
Review of Bukhara’s private 5 to 6 hour walking tour, with hotel pickup, major landmarks, guide advice, costs, and practical tips.
“I had a great trip with Sunny. She’s very knowledgeable about the city, culture and history. A great way to tour Bukhara.”
Review of Bukhara’s small-group walking tour, with UNESCO sights, local workshops, expert guides, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Our walking tour was packed with insight and knowledge on everything you could possibly see in the Old City! Nuriddin, our guide, was fantastic, and even took us to additional sites outside those listed on the agenda (including a quick break to a cafe for coffee). Overall, I'd highly recommend this tour.”
Where to go, and what each city is actually good for.
