Uzbekistan · GUIDED
The 15 best guided tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there and work down.
A 5-hour guided walk through Samarkand’s top monuments, from Registan Square to Shah-i-Zinda at sunset, plus a Siyob Bozor market break.
“The Tour with Gulsanam was great! She is extremely knowledgeable, speaks very good english, and is Just a very nice Person! I highly recommend this Tour!”
4-hour guided walk in Khiva’s Itchan Kala, visiting Allakuli Khan Madrasah, Islam Khoja Minaret, Pakhlavon Makhmud, Juma Mosque.
“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 👍👍👍”
Samarkand walking highlights: Gur-e-Amir, Registan Square, Bibi Khanym, Hazrat Khizr, Shah-i-Zinda, with an English guide and great value.
“The tour was nice and informative. The guide was patient and answered all our questions. She gave extra time and waited patiently while we were shopping in the middle of the tour. Even though it was cold, she ensured that we completed the full tour.”
A 4-hour guided walk through Bukhara’s top Islamic sights, from Lyabi Khause to the Ark fortress, with entrance tickets on top.
“Great tour and great guide. Incredibly informative and hit all the major sites in Bukhara. She was really lovely to chat to and ask questions about bits of the history. Would definitely recommend!”
A 7-hour Samarkand to Shahrisabz day trip with mountain views, a flexible pace, and an optional English-speaking guide for $65.
“Muxtor was a fantastic driver. He was funny and very professional. The thinga to see along the road was very interesting. I highly recommend that tour.”
4-hour guided walk through Tashkent’s Khast Imam sights, Chorsu Bazaar, and Metro palaces, plus Independence and Amir Temur squares, $19.
“The guide is very knowledgeable and accommodating. We were able to cover all the places listed in the itinerary. It is a walking our but we also took the Metro ride. The Metro is beautiful. If I have more time and luggage space, I could have shopped more in Chorzu Bazaar. Would love to go back to Uzbekistan. It is a recommended Tashkent walking tour. I also love that the last stop of the tour is my hotel. I stayed in Hotel Uzbekistan. The perfect background of Amir Timur.”
Small-group Samarkand monuments walking tour with a fluent guide, covering Gur Emir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, and Shah-i-Zinda.
“What an absolute gentleman Elyor is, this tour is incredible and great value for money although I think you could charge a little bit more given how much time and care is put into the tour. 5 stars, would recommend to everyone!”
Private guided day trip from Samarkand to Shahrisabz, seeing Kok Gumbaz Mosque, Hazrati Imam, Dorut Tilavat, and Timur’s Ak-Saray Palace.
“Il posto è assolutamente da visitare (anche se ricostruito/ristrutturato per lo più) ma il prezzo è assolutamente troppo alto per l’attività. Abbiamo pagato più di 70€/persona (gruppo da 4) per sostanzialmente un transfer A/R. Le attrazioni non sono incluse nel prezzo e vanno pagate singolarmente. La cosa è specificata nelle condizioni ma per il prezzo pagato è abbastanza scandaloso. La guida (Bob) è stata simpatica e parlava anche un discreto italiano ma sostanzialmente ci ha dato poche informazioni oltre ai nomi dei monumenti e l’anno di costruzione. Qualche informazione era anche inesatta. Sicuramente la giovane età gioca un ruolo importante ma un minimo di preparazione in più ed una magg...”
Walk Bukhara’s UNESCO old center in 5 hours with a local guide, from Poi Kalan to the Ark and Samani mausoleum for $47.
“nargiz has been an amazing and compassionate guide despite the fact she has back to back schedule. Still very accommodative and trying her best to finish the tour ! Thank you again 😘 a happy family here”
See Khiva’s top landmarks in about 4 hours on a guided walk through Itchan Kala, from Islam Khoja Minaret to Allakuli Khan Madrasah.
“A wonderful introduction to the splendour of old Khiva. Great guide and coveted all the essentials. Highly recommended.”
Guided trip from Khiva to three desert fortresses, with English guide, hilltop views, and photo stops, plus a somsa snack on the way back.
“Sukhrab speaks excellent English with very little accent and is a Khiva native so was able to explain living in Khiva and its customs as well as the history of the fortresses. The car trip (about 2 hrs each way) to the fortresses was comfortable, with airconditioning. The outside temperature was 34 degrees but felt like 28 because there was a brisk wind. Activity is moderate exertion rather than low exertion, but we managed it quite easily despite one of us having a normal fitness level of only 5 km walk on flat ground. Sukhrab took it at our pace, and if a short rest was needed, he would tell…”
Guided 4-hour walk in Samarkand linking Gur-i Amir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, and Shah-i-Zinda. Admission tickets not included.
“Knowledgeable young guide who speaks good english. Long walk. Definitely better to take in the late afternoon as the heat of the sun is unbearable.”
Private guided tour of Samarkand’s top landmarks, with AC pickup and Silk Road context, visiting Gur Emir, Registan, and Bibi Khanym from $65.
“Odi, the guide was so knowledgeable and witty. Cool experience to be guided by him. Definitely need a guide for a tour!”
Samarkand private guided tour with Olimjon Tolipov: Gur Emir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, Siab Bazaar, Shah-i-Zinda. Pickup and water.
“The guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. We were really able to spend our time in Samarkand efficiently and effectively. He also shared useful tips on how to take beautiful photos. I highly recommend him.”
Four-hour guided walking tour of Bukhara’s top highlights, from Lyab-i-Hauz to Kalan Minaret, with a licensed guide for $24.
“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.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
