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A group of people boarding a bus on a dirt road surrounded by trees. 1
Two bighorn sheep with large horns standing on rocky terrain. 2
A donkey with a rider and a person standing nearby in a grassy area with trees and a stone wall in the background. 3
A house under construction with a stone exterior, wooden beams, and a covered porch. 4
A bird with black and white stripes, a red beak, and a yellow face, standing among purple flowers and rocks. 5
By UzLocalGuide
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Price is €229 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • If you are traveling between Bukhara and Samarkand and are interested in village life, this trip offers the perfect opportunity to experience rural Uzbekistan. Enjoy a journey to Nuratau and engage with the local life of mountain villages. Discover the beauty of the region's unique fauna and flora.

Activity location

  • Gijduvan ceramics of The Narzullaevs
    • Gijduvan Street. Kimsan, 24
    • Gijduvan, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gijduvan ceramics of The Narzullaevs
    • Gijduvan Street. Kimsan, 24
    • Gijduvan, Uzbekistan

Check availability

With Drop-off to Bukhara

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Accommodation: Village Guest House
Additional Activities: Not included: Horse riding, Long day hiking tour, Short trip to Aydar Lake
Class of services: Transportation, Hotel Pickup from Bukhara and Drop-off to Samarkand, Village Stay Experience.
Duration: 2 days: Time is flexible and depends on your preference. Usually, it takes 2 days and 1 night.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast
Route: Day 1: Transfer from Bukhara to the Village, overnight in Village Guest House.
Day 2: Transfer from Village to Bukhara
Vehicle: Car with AC
Pickup included

Price details
€228.75 x 1 Adult€228.75
Total
Price is €228.75

With Drop-off to Samarkand

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d

Accommodation: Village Guest House
Additional Activities: Not included: Horse riding, Long day hiking tour, Short trip to Aydar Lake
Class of service: Transportation, Hotel Pickup from Bukhara and Drop-off to Samarkand, Village Stay Experience.
Duration: 2 days: Time is flexible and depends on your preference. Usually, it takes 2 days and 1 night.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner and Breakfast
Route: Day 1: Transfer from Bukhara to the Village, overnight in Village Guest House.
Day 2: Transfer from Village to Samarkand
Vehicle: Car with AC
Pickup included

Price details
€246.01 x 1 Adult€246.01
Total
Price is €246.01

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Short hiking tour by hosts
  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Dinner
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Breakfast
  • Inclusions
    Accommodation
  • Exclusions
    Horse riding
  • Exclusions
    Long day Hiking Tour
  • Exclusions
    Trip to Aydar Lake from Village

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: From Bukhara/Samarkand: 2-Day Nuratau Mountain Villages Tour

  • 4 stops
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight in Guest Hause in a Village

Gijduvan ceramics of The Narzullaevs

  • 1h
The driver will pick you up from your hotel in Bukhara at the time you selected. Depart from Bukhara in the morning and, optionally, head towards Gijduvan. Visit the Gijduvan Ceramic School, a renowned center of traditional pottery, where you can observe artisans at work and learn about centuries-old techniques.

Sarmishsoy Navoiy

  • 1h
Next, a short stop can be done at Sarmishsoy Gorge, home to thousands of petroglyphs dating back to the Bronze Age. Discover the rock carvings depicting ancient life, rituals, and hunting scenes.

Chashma

  • 30m
Arrive in Nurata, a historic town known for its sacred Chashma Spring and the remnants of Alexander the Great’s fortress. Visit the spring and explore the local history.

Hayat guesthouse nuratau mountain

  • 20h
  • Admission ticket included
Continue the drive to the mountain villages of Sentob, Uhun, Asrab, and Hayat, where you can experience the traditional lifestyle of rural Uzbekistan. Reach Hayat Village in the late afternoon and check in to a cozy family-run guesthouse. Join a traditional cooking masterclass, where you will learn to prepare local dishes using fresh village ingredients. Enjoy a warm and hearty dinner with your hosts. Spend the night in the guesthouse, experiencing the peaceful atmosphere of the mountain village.

Day 2: Hiking Tour & Journey to Samarkand

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Nuratau Mountains

  • 5h
  • Admission ticket included
Enjoy a traditional breakfast. Join in a Guided Hiking Tour with a Local Guide through the stunning Nuratau Mountains. Hike through scenic trails, explore the diverse flora and fauna, and visit hidden viewpoints overlooking the valley. Participate in optional horseback riding for a unique perspective of the landscape.

Nurata

  • 4h
Return to the guesthouse for lunch and some relaxation. Say goodbye to your hosts and begin the journey towards Samarkand. Drive through picturesque landscapes on the way to Samarkand. Arrive in Samarkand in the evening and drop-off at your hotel.

Location

Activity location

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    Gijduvan ceramics of The Narzullaevs
    • Gijduvan Street. Kimsan, 24
    • Gijduvan, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Gijduvan ceramics of The Narzullaevs
    • Gijduvan Street. Kimsan, 24
    • Gijduvan, Uzbekistan

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