UZBEKISTAN · DESTINATION
Uzbekistan's classics.
The 10 bukhara tours travellers book most across Uzbekistan, with what each one involves, who runs it and what it costs.
Small-group Bukhara walking tour with a pro English guide, UNESCO sites like Poi-Kalyan and Ark views, plus craft visits.
“We had a great tour of Bukhara with Guli. Toured a lot of interesting sites and local arts and crafts. Got some good restaurant recommendations as well.”
Private old-town walk in Bukhara with a local guide, Ark fortress views, major minarets and madrasas, plus markets and crafts.
“We are a group of two young adults from the Philippines who visited Bukhara with our senior parents. We have travelled to more than 80 countries and Mrs Shahnoza is easily in our top 5 of tour guides ever. We appreciated how she struck a great balance between going at a relaxed pace yet provided…”
Private 6-hour Old City tour of Bukhara with a licensed guide: Ark, Kalyan Minaret, bazaars, mosques, hotel pickup.
“Very knowledgeable, Malika is an excellent guide. Very enjoyable experience.”
Story-led Bukhara city tour with guide Kamilla, handmade messages from the past, old-city monuments, and craft culture; $66 per group.
“This was an excellent guided tour. Kamilla is reliable, professional, and you can tell how carefully and thoroughly she works to prepare her tours. Her English is strong and conversational, so she could convey the nuances of Bukhara's histoRead more”
A private 5–7 hour walking tour of Old Bukhara’s top mosques, madrasas, fortress, bazaars, and synagogue with tickets included.
“Sunny was an incredible guide! She was very knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions. She had a beautiful calming energy and was super generous - helping us get cash out and even buying us a delicious lunch. Had an amazinRead more”
Two days from Bukhara to Aydarkul Lake yurts for camel rides, sunset, bonfire songs, and Milky Way stargazing in Uzbekistan.
“Other than the transportation, it was not a good experience, to say the least. There was nothing to do there in that freezing cold dezert, the facilities were rather poor and the food was mediocre at best. There was actually no guidance at all, as soon as we got to our yurt we were left…”
4.5-hour guided walk through Bukhara’s UNESCO Old Town with Hamza, bazaars, mosques, and domes—history-heavy, ticket-line skipped.
“Very nice tour of the major sites in Bukhara. Very knowledgeable guide and a nice way to see and learn about Bukhara. Thank you!”
A 5.5-hour private walk through Old Bukhara’s best Islamic monuments, from pre-Mongol mosques to the Samanid Mausoleum.
“Lola is very knowledgeable. we had a great time while walking the Bukhara city. Definitely recommend”
A 5–6 hour private stroll through Bukhara’s Old Town highlights, guided in your language, with key monuments, markets, and optional entry fees.
“It is an excellent tour with an experienced guide. I learned a lot during the tour. It’s enjoyable when you visit a place, and you know its history. Shahrouh is very knowledgeable about all the sites. It’s good that the tour also included a pick-up and drop-off at my hotel.”
Unwind in Bukhara’s ancient hammam: foam scrub, massage, and Bukharian tea in a private 1-hour session behind Shahriston Hotel.
“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…”
