Nuratau Village Home Stay and Hiking tours from Bukhara

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Operated by: UzLocalGuide

Ages: Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Short hiking tour by hosts
Included: Lunch
Included: Dinner
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Breakfast
Included: Accommodation

Not included

Not included: Horse riding
Not included: Long day Hiking Tour
Not included: Trip to Aydar Lake from Village

Itinerary

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

Gijduvan ceramics of The Narzullaevs

one hour

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.
Stop 2

one hour

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

30 min

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.
Stop 4

20 hours Admission 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.

Overnight in Guest Hause in a Village

Day 2 · Hiking Tour & Journey to Samarkand

Nuratau Mountains

5 hours Admission 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

4 hours

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.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

AD Bellagio
Boutique Hotel Shakhrut
Antique Shomm Hotel With Teracca
Astoria Plaza Hotel
Hotel Mercuri Meridian
Dili Orom Hotel
Tillokori Plaza
Siab Boutique Hotel
Amira Boutique
Hotel Shaboda
Ozoda Hotel
Dilfuz Famely Guest House

and 655 more pickup points

We will pickup all travelers from their hotels. Select your hotel from list or notify us about your preferred pickup point.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

With Drop-off to Samarkand

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
With Drop-off to Bukhara

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