Shakhnoza.
About this host
Shakhnoza is a certified guide based in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, who personally leads city tours in Samarkand and Tashkent and plans trips across the wider region.
She specializes in the classic Uzbekistan circuit of Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and Tashkent, day trips to Shakhrisabz and the Chimgan mountains north of Tashkent, and cross-border trips into Tajikistan's Panjakent and Seven Lakes valley. She also arranges cooking classes with a local family and longer combined routes through Central Asia and into Turkmenistan.
Guests consistently mention her deep knowledge of local history, her warm and engaged storytelling, and how far she goes to make a trip personal, helping with photos, food recommendations and adjusting plans on the spot. Several also note the comfortable vehicles and reliable drivers she arranges for longer transfers.
She guides Samarkand and Tashkent herself and works with trusted local drivers and guides for Bukhara, Khiva, Tajikistan and other cross-border legs, coordinating pick-ups, border crossings and train tickets so longer multi-city trips run smoothly. She speaks English, Spanish, Japanese, Russian, German, Turkish and French, and shapes each itinerary around what the traveler wants to see.
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We booked a private tour of Samarkand through Shakhnoza. Before the start Shakhnoza was clear and precise in organizing the tour and in communicating with us, making the whole process simple. Shoira, the guide assigned to us for the tour, was not only very knowledgeable, but also really nice to talk to, sharing perspectives and stories about life in Uzbekistan, both in the present and in the past. She showed us around and took care of us for the entire day. It was really a nice day and we couldn't have been happier!
I went to Uzbekistan for a solo travel with Shaxnoza and it was my best travel so far. She did all the best she could to make me comfortable and went out of her way to ensure I had a great trip. I met her as a tour guide but we left the trip friends. Shaxnoza is a very strong and respectful girl. She always had great information about all the places we visited and her way of telling me this information was very interesting. Thank you Shaxnoza for one of the most memorable trips of my life I hope to see you again♥️♥️♥️
A visit to Samarkand wouldn’t have been the same without Shaknoza as our guide! Her ability to bring the rich history of this stunning city to life is truly unmatched. She not only shared captivating stories but also went above and beyond by helping us capture beautiful photos, introducing us to local cuisine, and giving us a glimpse into the region’s traditions. We were also fortunate to meet her brother, who was equally kind and helped us take some amazing pictures. Their teamwork added a personal and memorable touch to the experience. Additionally, her recommendations for guides in Bukhara and Tajikistan were invaluable, and her tips for exploring Tashkent were incredibly helpful. It’s clear she’s deeply committed to ensuring her guests have a seamless and enriching journey. The sunny weather was a bonus, but it was Shaknoza’s warmth, expertise, and enthusiasm that made our day truly unforgettable. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Samarkand!
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