Nuratau Village Home Stay and Hiking tours from Bukhara

2 Days and 1 Night

Private

Bukhara, Nuratau

Overview

This authentic private tour offers a unique opportunity to experience the traditional lifestyle of the Nuratau mountain villages. Starting from Bukhara, you will journey to a welcoming family homestay. Enjoy home-cooked meals, hike through picturesque valleys, learn about local customs, and see ancient petroglyphs. It's a perfect blend of nature, culture, and hospitality.

Highlights

Authentic homestay experience with a local family
Discover ancient petroglyphs and local life
Private 2-day tour from Bukhara
Guided hiking in the Nuratau Mountains
Enjoy delicious home-cooked national dishes

Included

Accommodation in a family homestay (1 night)
Hiking Tour by Local Host in Village
Full board (dinner, breakfast, lunch)
Private transport
Bottled water

Not Included

Entrance fees for sights en route
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses and tips

Nuratau Village Home Stay and Hiking tours from Bukhara

Pickup from Bukhara Hotel: Meet with your driver and depart from the Hotel in Bukhara to Nuratau Mountain Villages. Depending on your departure time on the way you can visit the following places:

Day 1: Transfer from Bukhara Nuratau Villages

Gijduvan Ceramic School - (Optional)Visit the Gijduvan Ceramic School, a family-run traditional workshop where you can enjoy a masterclass experience and see how beautiful ceramic pieces are being made
Rabat Malik Sardoba - Medieval Silk Road water reservoir storing rainwater for travelers.
Sharmyshsoy Gorge - Visit to Sharmyshsoy Gorge- known for its petroglyphs (ancient rock carvings), dating back thousands of years. More than 6,000 petroglyphs have been discovered there, depicting hunting scenes, wild animals, daily life, and spiritual symbols from the Bronze Age and later periods.
Alexander the Great’s Fortress in Nurata - Discover the ruins of the ancient fortress built during the era of Alexander the Great.

Break For Lunch (Optional): If you depart from Bukhara late hours then you can have Lunch (Not Included) at a Local House in Nurata. After having Lunch, continue the way to Nuratau Mountain Villages.

Arrival in Village - Check-in at Guest House, Short self-guided walk around the village Dinner & overnight stay in village

Day 2: Transfer from Nuratau Villages to Bukhara or Samarkand

Breakfast at the Guest House - included
Hiking Tour by local Host - A Guided Tour by Local hosts to the neighbourhood of the village. The walk features unique natural rock formations along the way, complemented by glimpses of local village life, including agriculture, shepherding, traditional houses, and everyday routines
Return from Hiking - After short tour return to the Village Guest House pack your staff and depart from Village to Bukhara / Samarkand
Departure from Village - Departing from Village to Bukhara or Samarkand. The journey can take around 4-5 hours. On the way if you need stops, this can be arranged. Also if you would like to have lunch or Dinner (meals not included) the driver will wait for you.

Tour Duration: 2 Days and 1 Night

Finish: Arrival in Bukhara or Samarkand and Drop off to your Hotel.