Uzbekistan · TOUR REVIEWS

The 15 Best Tours in Uzbekistan

209 tours  ·  from $7

Two weeks or a long weekend, the problem is the same: a thousand kilometres of Silk Road and one itinerary. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

Best of Tashkent Mountains: Amirsoy, Chimgan & Charvak Trip - Charvak Reservoir: a slower finish beside the water
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Best of Tashkent Mountains: Amirsoy, Chimgan & Charvak Trip

1.Best of Tashkent Mountains: Amirsoy, Chimgan & Charvak Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 567 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $48Our pick

Spend 8 to 9 hours in the Tian Shan Mountains with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide such as Mirzo, Odil, or Asilbek, and stops at Amirsoy, Chimgan, and Charvak. Add cable cars, horse riding, chairlifts, boating, or swimming, while enjoying mountain somsa and herbal tea.

“Odil was a great tour guide, he perfectly catered to all of our requests and had some amazing recommendations of what you see and where to eat - one of the unexpected highlights of the trip was the breakfast of on-the-road eatery where the locals will gather to have samsa. Its without saying that the mountain region was spectacular and the views breathtaking.”

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Samarkand: Historical Monuments Guided Walking Tour - Bibi-Khanym Mosque and the scale of Timur’s ambition
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Samarkand: Historical Monuments Guided Walking Tour

2.Historical Monuments Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 446 reviews · 5 hours · from $20

Walk through Samarkand with an English-speaking guide such as Gulsanam, Sarvinoz, or Shahrizoda. See Gur-e-Amir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, Shah-i-Zinda, and Siyob Bazaar while learning the stories behind the tiles, rulers, legends, and local customs.

“The tour was great and the tour guide adapted her pace and made it tailored to our group. It was perfect. I highly recommend”

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Samarkand One Day Tour - Departure From Tashkent - Gur Emir Mausoleum, the best opening lesson
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Samarkand One Day Tour – Departure From Tashkent

3.Samarkand One Day Tour – Departure From Tashkent

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 313 reviews · from $219Top rated

Travel from Tashkent to Samarkand by high-speed train for a full day of Timurid sights. Hotel transfers, train tickets, admission, lunch, and a local guide are included. Guides such as Mokhigul and Shohrux are praised for clear explanations and helpful photos, though return-ticket timing can be stressful.

“well organized by the supporter, friendly random group mates, 2 well-educated tour guides. Eeverything was memorable and fantastic except the extremely hot weather (35ºC in Samarkand in late April).”

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Private Samarkand City Tour With Transportation - Bibi-Khanym Mosque and the Siyob market
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Private Samarkand City Tour With Transportation

4.Private Samarkand City Tour With Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · from $54

Explore Samarkand by private car with a local guide such as Amin, Shoh, Feruza, Zarina, or Mohiddin. In five to six hours, visit Registan, Gur Emir, Shah-i-Zinda, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, and Siyob Bazaar, with photo stops, bottled water, and dried-fruit tasting included.

“I had a great time on this tour, Amin is very knowledgeable and passionate about his country and its history. I managed to see all the highlights of Samarkand in one day, which was perfect for my weekend trip.”

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A City Tour Of Samarkand: The Pearl Of The East - Gur Emir, where Timur’s family story begins
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A City Tour Of Samarkand: The Pearl Of The East

5.A City Tour Of Samarkand: The Pearl Of The East

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 133 reviews · from $16Best value

Walk from Gur Emir to Shahi-Zinda with guides such as Fayoziddin or Sitora, learning the stories behind Registan, Bibi-Khanym, and Hazrat Khizr. Expect a small-group introduction to Samarkand, with monument entry fees extra and the Bibi-Khanym visit viewed from outside.

“The walking tour of Bukhara was a fantastic way to immerse myself in the city's rich history and stunning architecture. Our guide Umar was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing captivating stories behind each intricate madrasah and ancient site. I left with a deep appreciation for Bukhara's Silk Road heritage and a camera full of unforgettable sights.”

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Tashkent City Tour - Amir Temur Square and the civic center
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Tashkent City Tour

6.Tashkent City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $69

See Tashkent’s key sights in one day with hotel pickup, a guide, air-conditioned transport, and plov lunch at Plov Center. Expect Amir Temur Square, Chorsu Bazaar, Hazrati Imam, Minor Mosque, museums, and local history. Guides such as Dildora, Ibrahim, Lucky, and Abror are praised for warmth and flexibility.

“Didn’t turn up so not sure this is a real company. Hotel tried phoning and messaging multiple times but nothing. No response on the app.”

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Transfer: Bukhara - Khiva via Ancient Fortresses - Leaving Bukhara for the Khorezm Oasis
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Transfer: Bukhara – Khiva via Ancient Fortresses

7.Transfer: Bukhara – Khiva via Ancient Fortresses

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 101 reviews · 9 hours

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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Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand - The first lakes deliver the biggest visual surprise
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Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand

8.Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $100

Cross from Samarkand into Tajikistan for a private day trip through the Fann Mountains. You’ll visit the colorful Marguzor Lakes, rural mountain villages, and Sarazm with local guides such as Shamsiddin, Shakhzod, Omar, or Farrukh. Expect a long day, a walk across the border, and rough roads.

“Great excursion. Beautiful place. Border crossing was straightforward but tedious. Drivers were polite. Driver on the Tajik side was very knowledgeable and bought us some tasty food. On the other hand, he was constantly calling and texting Read more”

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Samarkand One Day Tour: one day walking & group tour - Registan Square, Samarkand’s great public room
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Samarkand One Day Tour: one day walking & group tour

9.Samarkand One Day Tour: one day walking & group tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 87 reviews · 6 hours · from $25

Spend up to six hours walking Samarkand with a guide such as Elyor, Abdulla, or Adam, visiting Gur Emir, Registan, Bibi-Khanym, Siyab Bazaar, Hazrat Khizr, and Shah-i-Zinda. The group is limited to 10, but the tour has sometimes finished in three and a half to four hours.

“The guide was very nice, friendly :) we were a bit late due to traffic and he waited for us.”

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Amirsoy, Chimgan & Charvak Full-Day Adventure - The drive to the Chimgan Mountains
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Amirsoy, Chimgan & Charvak Full-Day Adventure

10.Amirsoy, Chimgan & Charvak Full-Day Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 82 reviews · 7 - 8.5 hours · from $39

Spend a full day from Tashkent among the Chimgan Mountains, Amirsoy Resort and Charvak Lake. Your English-speaking guide, often Odil, Mirzo, Asrorbek or Asilbek, handles the driving while you choose cable cars, chairlifts, lake activities, photos and short walks.

“Spent a wonderful one-day trip in the mountains, surrounded by fresh snow, pine-covered slopes, and crisp, chilly air.� The gentle snowfall made every view picture-perfect, from the winding roads to the white‑blanketed peaks.�The group energy was truly special: everyone was cheerful, helping each other on the slippery paths, sharing jokes, and taking photos together.� Even simple moments like sipping hot tea, warming frozen hands, and laughing over small mishaps made the day feel unforgettable”

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Samarkand: Shahrisabz Day Trip with Optional Local Guide - Reaching Shahrisabz and meeting the guide
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Samarkand: Shahrisabz Day Trip with Optional Local Guide

11.Shahrisabz Day Trip with Optional Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 81 reviews · 7 hours · from $65

Travel from Samarkand through vineyards, farms, and mountain roads to Shahrisabz, Timur’s birthplace. Your driver handles the 100-kilometer journey, with scenic stops possible along the way. Add a local guide such as Zarshed or Shouq for a two-hour visit to the historic center.

“We love it! Our driver Yosef was kind, professional and funny. And he picked the best restaurant ever of our Uzbekistan trip. In addition we have a super guide in Shahrisabz! We totally recommend it!”

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Shymkent Day Tour from Tashkent - The Repression Museum and Soviet memory
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Shymkent Day Tour from Tashkent

12.Shymkent Day Tour from Tashkent

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 71 reviews · 8 hours

Travel from Tashkent to Shymkent with border transfers, a private guide, and air-conditioned vehicles in both countries. See Kazygurt’s Noah’s Ark legend, the citadel, Arbat, Abay Park, and the Repression Museum. Guides such as Larissa and Maftuna tailor the day to your interests.

“Larisa was great. Friendly and knowledgeable. Gave us history. She was also very lenient given the circumstances (I was detained at the border). Highly recommend Shymkent for a taste of Kazakhstan.”

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Best of Bukhara: All Day Private Old Town Tour - Bolo Haouz Mosque adds a different mood
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Best of Bukhara: All Day Private Old Town Tour

13.Best of Bukhara: All Day Private Old Town Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · from $65

Spend 5 to 7 hours walking Bukhara’s Old Town with a private local guide such as Shakhnoza, Bekhruza, or Malika. Visit the Ark, Kalon complex, trading domes, madrasahs, artisan workshops, and the old Jewish quarter. Central hotel pickup is offered, with a local taxi used to reach the walking route.

“My husband and I did this tour with Shakhnooza who was a great company. She is very knowledgeable about the place and brings in a broader perspective to the region’s history.”

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Best of Bukhara: All Day Private Old Town Tour - Bolo Haouz Mosque adds a different mood
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Best of Bukhara: All Day Private Old Town Tour

14.Best of Bukhara: All Day Private Old Town Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 6 hours · from $64

Spend six hours walking Bukhara’s Old Town with a private English, Russian, French, or German-speaking guide. See the Ark, Kalyan Minaret, trading domes, madrasas, synagogue, and local bazaars. Guides such as Shakhnoza, Gulzade, Dora, and Malinka are praised for friendly storytelling and flexible pacing.

“Exploring the old city of Bukhara with Shaknaza was an unforgettable experience. As a local native, she is well known and respected; everywhere we went, people greeted her warmly, which gave us the feeling of being welcomed into the community. Fluent in German, English, Tajiki, Uzbek, and Russian, she bridges cultures with ease, but what impressed us most was her intuition. She allowed us the time to absorb each site, feel the atmosphere, take photos, and reflect without ever feeling rushed. The pace of our tour was absolute perfection. With true passion, she shared her proud culture and narrated the history behind Bukhara’s architectural gems, from the Kalyan Minaret to…”

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Daytrip From Khiva To Ancient Fortresses - Leaving Khiva for the Karakalpak desert
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Daytrip From Khiva To Ancient Fortresses

15.Daytrip From Khiva To Ancient Fortresses

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 60 reviews · 6 hours

Travel privately from Khiva or Urgench to three ancient Khorezm fortresses: Kyzyl-Kala, Tuprak-Kala, and Ayaz-Kala. Your driver handles the long desert roads, hotel or airport pickup, parking, and return trip. English ability varies, and guiding is usually limited, so bring curiosity and prepare to explore independently.

“Our driver was really great, really enjoyed this trip.”

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Uzbekistan, by the day out

Pick a city, a monument or a kitchen.

The four cities

TashkentSamarkandBukharaKhivaShakhrisabz

Out of town

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