Embark on a four-day hiking adventure in the Nuratau Mountains of Uzbekistan. Immerse yourself in the authentic villages, culture, and traditions of the locals while staying in homestays and enjoying their hospitality.
Embark on a four-day hiking adventure in the Nuratau Mountains of Uzbekistan. Immerse yourself in the authentic villages, culture, and traditions of the locals while staying in homestays and enjoying their hospitality.
Bukhara – Hayat Village
Ukhum - At 8:30, gather at Lyabi Haus Pool (near the statue of Naseriddin) in Bukhara for a transfer to Hayat Village in the Nuratau Mountains, a journey of approximately 4.5 hours. Arrive in Hayat Village by lunchtime and settle into the homestay. In the afternoon, explore the village to see the breeding enclosure for…
Bukhara – Hayat Village
Ukhum - At 8:30, gather at Lyabi Haus Pool (near the statue of Naseriddin) in Bukhara for a transfer to Hayat Village in the Nuratau Mountains, a journey of approximately 4.5 hours. Arrive in Hayat Village by lunchtime and settle into the homestay. In the afternoon, explore the village to see the breeding enclosure for endangered wild sheep, the ruins of a local fortress, and the deserted villages. Enjoy an overnight stay at Shiringul’s homestay.
Hayat – Uhum Village
Ukhum - Meet your mountain guide in the morning and embark on a hiking tour to the neighboring village of Uhum (a 12km / 5-hour hike). Discover ancient irrigation channels, a petroglyph site, and engage with local residents as they go about their daily activities. Women in the village continue to spin, weave carpets, or craft kurpacha mattresses. Many villagers will warmly invite you to observe their work in their yards. Overnight stay at Ulugbek’s homestay.
Uhum – Asraf Village
Ukhum - Pack up and begin a guided hike from Uhum to Asraf Village (11 km / 4.5 hours). Donkeys will transport the luggage. Along the way to Asraf, visit a community watermill and the ruins of a Mongol fortress. Arrive at Yahshigul’s homestay in Asraf by lunchtime and settle into your rooms. In the afternoon, explore the village, observe daily activities, or assist the family in preparing the traditional dish Plov using homegrown vegetables and mountain spices.
Asraf– Samarkand
Ukhum - Enjoy an easy hike from Asraf to another Nuratau Mountain village, Eski Forish (round trip 11 km/5 hours). Visit the ruins of a medieval observation point along the way. Return to Asraf Village and, after lunch, depart for Samarkand.
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- Transport throughout the tour, covering Bukhara, Nuratau Mountains, and Samarkand
- 3 cozy nights in local homestays
- All meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Professional mountain escort guide with basic English for 3 days
- All necessary registration handled
- Transport throughout the tour, covering Bukhara, Nuratau Mountains, and Samarkand
- 3 cozy nights in local homestays
- All meals included: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Professional mountain escort guide with basic English for 3 days
- All necessary registration handled
Embark on a four-day trek through the genuine hamlets nestled in the Nuratau Mountains. This tour provides a fantastic opportunity to delve into the customs, traditions and everyday life of Uzbekistan’s local village inhabitants. During the tour, you will experience the hospitality of three seperate homestays. The tour commences with a pick up in…
Embark on a four-day trek through the genuine hamlets nestled in the Nuratau Mountains. This tour provides a fantastic opportunity to delve into the customs, traditions and everyday life of Uzbekistan’s local village inhabitants. During the tour, you will experience the hospitality of three seperate homestays. The tour commences with a pick up in Bukhara and concludes with a drop off in Samarkand on the final day. Food enthusiasts interested in Uzbek cuisine can participate in traditional meal preparations by joining the host family’s cooking session.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
