Bukhara: Nurata, Sarmyshsoy Petroglyphs & Gijduvan Day Trip Tour to Sarmyshsoy Gorge with a Small Group

Discover the Nuratau Mountains and Silk Road heritage on a day trip from Bukhara. Visit the Gijduvan Ceramic School, Rabat Malik Caravanserai, Sarmyshsoy Petroglyphs, and the Chashma Complex.
Discover the history, culture, and landscapes of Uzbekistan on a day trip from Bukhara. Choose from three different tour options depending on your interests and available time.

PRIVATE TOURS ARE CUSTOMIZABLE. The itinerary can be adjusted according to your interests, available time, and preferred program. For private tours, for all tours we drive directly from Bukhara to Sarmyshsoy Gorge first. After exploring Sarmyshsoy, the remaining attractions included in your selected option will be visited one by one. The order of stops may vary depending on timing and local conditions.

OPTION 1 – PRIVATE TOUR: SARMYSHSOY GORGE, NURATA & GIJDUVAN
Duration: approx. 9 hours | Distance: approx. 470 km

Start with pickup from your hotel in Bukhara and drive directly to Sarmyshsoy Gorge, one of Uzbekistan's most remarkable archaeological sites. Explore thousands of ancient petroglyphs depicting animals, hunting scenes, and everyday life dating back thousands of years.

Continue to Nurata and visit the sacred Chashma Complex, famous for its natural spring, holy fish, and religious monuments. Explore the remains of the ancient fortress associated with Alexander the Great and enjoy views over the surrounding area.

Along the route, visit the historic Rabat-i Malik Caravanserai, an important Silk Road monument. Continue to Gijduvan, where you will visit a traditional ceramic school and learn about the town's centuries-old pottery traditions. After the visits, return to Bukhara.

OPTION 2 – PRIVATE TOUR: SARMYSHSOY GORGE & GIJDUVAN
Duration: approx. 6–7 hours | Distance: approx. 320 km

Drive directly from Bukhara to Sarmyshsoy Gorge and explore its fascinating ancient rock carvings and natural scenery.

After Sarmyshsoy, continue to Rabat-i Malik Caravanserai and the nearby Sardoba Cistern, which once served travelers and merchants along the Silk Road. Visit Gijduvan's famous ceramic school and traditional pottery workshop before returning to Bukhara.

OPTION 3 – SMALL-GROUP SHARED TOUR TO SARMYSHSOY GORGE
Duration: approx. 6 hours | Distance: approx. 280 km

Depart Bukhara in the morning and drive directly to Sarmyshsoy Gorge. Explore the spectacular gorge and discover ancient petroglyphs depicting animals, hunters, and scenes of everyday life.

Enjoy time walking through this important archaeological site and admiring the surrounding landscapes before returning to Bukhara.

Please select your preferred option when booking. Private tours offer greater flexibility and can be customized. Tour duration, driving distance, and the order of visits are approximate and may vary depending on the selected program, road conditions, and time spent at each attraction.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.