The 8 Best Private Drivers in Uzbekistan

1.Transfer: Bukhara – Khiva via Ancient Fortresses

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 9 hours Our pick

Travel privately from Bukhara to Khiva through the Kyzylkum Desert and the ancient Khorezm Oasis. Stop at Toprakkala, Kizilkala, and Ayazkala, with English or Russian-speaking drivers such as Pavlik, Jasur, or Ulugkbek. Expect a long but rewarding 9-hour road day, with lunch along the way.

“Our Russian-speakig driver-guide (Ulugkbek if I got the name right) was excellent, very friendly, very sociable, safe and moderate on the road, especially considering the quite demanding traffic conditions. The long drive was thanks to him interesting and enjoyable. Lots of precious information he passed and explained to us. All these came as an extremely pleasant surprise, after having read many negative feedback, apparently considering other drivers. If I were to rate his service, it would be straight 10 out of 10.”

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2.Private Transfer from/to Tashkent Airport

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews

Salam Travel provides private transfers between Tashkent International Airport and addresses in Tashkent. Expect a clean, air-conditioned vehicle, flight tracking, a driver with a name sign, luggage help, WhatsApp contact, and direct hotel drop-off. The $20 fare covers up to three people.

“Great service. Prompt communication and friendly driver, even with the chaos of the airport at 0200. Would use again.”

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3.Transfer from Khiva to Bukhara by Fortresses

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews Top rated

Travel privately from Khiva to Bukhara in about eight hours, stopping at Toprak Kala, Ayaz Kala, and Kyzyl Kala. Your air-conditioned vehicle, hotel pickup, drop-off, and audio guide are included. The route adds ancient desert fortresses and local life to what would otherwise be a long transfer.

“A great trip. Good communication with the tour company and everything was as expected. Highly recommend.”

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4.Private Bukhara-Khiva Transfer via Ancient Fortresses

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · from $79

Travel privately from Bukhara to Khiva in an air-conditioned car, with hotel pickup, bottled water, and a driver at your service. The route is promoted through ancient fortresses, though you should confirm which stops are included. Drivers such as Rustam have earned praise for smooth, attentive service.

“We had a really good experience with our driver. He didn't speak English, but with the help of some basic Russian from someone in the group and modern technology (and good old talking with hands), we could solve all questions. Driver waRead more”

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5.Samarkand Airport / Railway Station – Samarkand City Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7 reviews · from $20

You get a private, air-conditioned ride from Samarkand Airport or Railway Station to accommodation within 5 kilometers of the city center. A driver waits with your name sign, handles flight or train delays, and drops you at your door in about 15 to 20 minutes.

“Easy to arrange, the driver was waiting with a name board at the airport, even though the flight was quite delayed. Car was modern and comfortable.”

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6.Private Transfer & Photo‑Stops: Ayaz‑Kala & Toprak‑Kala”

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6 reviews · 6 hours

You get a private Uzbek driver, hotel, airport, or train-station pickup, drinking water, and six hours among Karakalpakstan’s ancient Khorezm fortresses. The service is best treated as a flexible taxi with sightseeing stops, not a guided history tour. Confirm which forts are included before departure.

“The transfer was smooth. Communications prior to transfer via WhatsApp is clear. And the pick-up is punctual. The driver is very friendly and helpful with the help of GoogleTranslate to communicate. Recommended!”

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7.Transfer Tashkent Airport / Railway Station – Hotel

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $12Best value

Book a private, air-conditioned transfer between Tashkent Airport, either airport terminal, the northern or southern railway station, and a hotel within 20 km of the city. A driver holds your surname on a sign. WhatsApp contact can help, but confirm pickup details carefully.

“Excellent door to door service. Daniel, the driver gave good customer service and was very skillful in using Google translate to communicate with us in English. Prior to pick up, they communicate with you via WhatsApp which gives you peace of mind that they're coming. I highly recommend”

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8.Private Intercity Transfer Tashkent – Samarkand – Tashkent

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews

Travel between Tashkent and Samarkand in a private air-conditioned vehicle for up to three people. You can arrange hotel pickup and drop-off at a hotel, airport, or train station, in either direction. Expect a direct transfer lasting about 4 to 6 hours.

“Excellent communication once initially confirmed. Comfortable transport, prompt. Will seek their services again and recommend without hesitation.”

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