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  • Anvar Erkinovich
    Languages of tours: Russian
    Hello! My name is Davranov Anvar Erkinovich, I am a professional guide in Samarkand with over 10 years of experience. During this time, I have helped hundreds of travellers discover the ancient culture and unique history of my hometown.

    Samarkand is a city where the grandeur of different eras and the unique atmosphere of the East intertwine. My goal is to make your acquaintance with Samarkand not just an excursion programme, but a real journey through time.

    I conduct tours in Russian, tailoring my stories to the interests of each guest, whether it's the history of the Silk Road, the architecture of Ulugbek and Registan, or local traditions and cuisine — I will be happy to reveal all the secrets and answer your questions.

    If you want to feel the true soul of Samarkand and learn more about it than what is written in guidebooks, I invite you to join me on an exciting journey!

    Sincerely,
    Anvar Erkinovich Davranov
    Your reliable guide to Samarkand
  • Shodiyor Makhamadievich
    Languages of tours: Russian, Uzbek
    Assalamu alaikum! My name is Shodiyor Mahamadievich, and for many years I have been delighted to reveal the beauty and grandeur of Samarkand to visitors in Russian. For me, this city is not just a place on the map, but a living source of inspiration and an inexhaustible treasure trove of stories.

    Samarkand is a magical city where every corner breathes antiquity and modernity is harmoniously intertwined with history. I don't just show famous monuments — I tell their stories and convey an atmosphere that penetrates the soul and stays with you forever.

    My tours are not boring lectures, but a lively journey where you will experience Eastern hospitality, hear legends passed down from generation to generation, and see Samarkand as it is revealed only to those who know how to listen to its heart.

    If you want to see Samarkand through the eyes of someone who loves this city with all his heart, I will be happy to accompany you on this amazing adventure!

    Sincerely,
    Shodiyor Mahamadievich Mahamadiev
    Your guide to Samarkand
  • Svetlana Zhukova
    Languages of tours: Russian
    Hello! My name is Svetlana Anvarovna Zhukova, and I am a professional guide in Samarkand with over 30 years of experience. Over the past three decades, I have had the honour of conducting tours for thousands of visitors to our amazing city and sharing its history, culture and unique atmosphere with them.

    My job is to help you see Samarkand through the eyes of those who know its heart and soul, to tell you about the legends behind its magnificent monuments, and to introduce you to its rich cultural heritage.

    All my tours are conducted in Russian, and I always try to make them interesting, lively and informative. It is important to me that every guest takes away not only knowledge, but also vivid impressions and a love for this unique place.

    If you want to discover the real Samarkand, I invite you on a journey that you will remember for a lifetime!

    Sincerely,
    Svetlana Zhukova
    Your guide to Samarkand
  • Dmitry Alexandrovich
    Languages of tours: Russian
    Hello! My name is Dmitry Alexandrovich Kostyushkin, and I am a guide in Samarkand with extensive experience working in Russian. Over the years spent among the legends and treasures of this amazing city, I have learned to see it not only as a tourist attraction, but also as a living organism with a unique history and atmosphere.

    My calling is not just to show you the sights, but to immerse you in a world of mysteries and discoveries hidden behind the facades of ancient madrasahs and the mosaics of Registan.

    My tours always involve lively dialogue, interesting stories and unexpected details that you rarely find in standard guidebooks. I love to share not only historical facts, but also stories from the lives of the residents of Samarkand themselves, which allows you to see the city from a new perspective.

    If you are ready to embark on a real adventure and discover Samarkand as I see it, I invite you on an unforgettable journey!

    Sincerely,
    Dmitry Kostyushkin
    Your guide to the world of Samarkand
  • Savlat
    Languages of tours: Russian, English
    Hello! My name is Savlat, I am a professional guide in Samarkand and I am delighted to invite you on an exciting journey through this ancient city.

    Samarkand is not just an open-air museum, but a city with numerous national and cultural treasures. It is a city with a rich history and a unique spirit. Over the years, I have learned to feel its rhythm, hear its voice and see in ancient buildings not only architectural masterpieces, but also hidden meanings and real stories.

    With me, you will be able to feel the spirit of antiquity in the city, learn about the events that took place here and who lived here before us. I will also show you what Samarkand is like today, because Samarkand is a fully-fledged city with modern infrastructure.

    If you want to not just see Samarkand, but truly experience it, I invite you on an unforgettable tour.

    Sincerely, your guide to Samarkand, Savlat.
  • Umida
    Languages of tours: Russian, English
    My name is Umida Sherzodovna Daniyara, I am a professional guide in Samarkand and I am delighted to invite you on an exciting journey through this unique and multifaceted city.

    Samarkand is not just an ancient city, it is a living organism that holds the greatest secrets of history and culture. Its streets, squares and architecture tell stories of great rulers, sages, merchants and travellers who left their mark here.

    Over the years, I have come to love Samarkand not only as a historical place, but as a home where every street is filled with meaning. I try to share this love with every guest, revealing Samarkand not as a tourist attraction, but as a city where the past and present live in harmony.

    With me, you will not only visit famous sights, but also learn their true stories, feel the atmosphere of the East and discover Samarkand from an unexpected side — lively, warm and modern.

    If you want to see Samarkand with your heart, welcome to my author's tours.

    Sincerely,
    Your guide to Samarkand — Umida Daniyara
  • Elbek
    Languages of tours: Russian
    Elbek, nice to meet you!

    I am 23 years old, and despite my young age, I have been working as a licensed tour guide for four years in a city that is rightly called the heart of the East.
    Samarkand is not just a city. It is like a poem written over centuries.

    To promote my tours, I am asked to tell a little about myself and my hobbies.
    I love to eat well — and, believe me, you will definitely not go hungry on my tours. I also like to capture the perfect moments for photos, so you are sure to have pictures taken from the most favourable angles.
    I am a calm and measured person, so we will not rush — you can look forward to leisurely walks through the most picturesque corners of Samarkand.

    I have already conducted more than a hundred tours — not just with guests, but with people who have truly fallen in love with my city and become my friends.
  • Daler
    Languages of tours: Russian, Uzbek
    Welcome to Uzbekistan — the land of sunshine, the Silk Road and a thousand years of history. My name is Daler, I am a professional guide and an expert on the cultural heritage of my native land.

    For several years now, I have been conducting tours of the most beautiful and significant cities of Uzbekistan — Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva and other gems of the East. I try not just to recount facts, but to bring history to life, immersing guests in the atmosphere of the ancient East, telling legends, little-known facts and local secrets.

    🌟 What I love:
    I love travelling, lively communication, sincere emotions and the way guests' eyes light up when they first see the majestic Registan or walk through the old streets of Ichan-Kala. In my free time, I am interested in history, Eastern cuisine, poetry and try to find inspiration in each new route.

    If you want to not just see Uzbekistan, but truly feel its soul, let's go on a journey together!
  • Saidjon
    Languages of tours: Spanish, English
    Hello! I am Saidjon, your multilingual guide to Uzbekistan. Together, we will discover every corner of this amazing country, from majestic Samarkand to charming Bukhara and ancient Khiva. I will take you to places that will tell you not only about the grandeur of history, but also about the living culture of modern Uzbekistan.

    As an experienced guide, I speak several languages: Russian, Spanish, English, Uzbek and Tajik. My goal is not just to show you the monuments, but to immerse you in the atmosphere of unique history, architecture and traditions.

    With you, I will reveal not only the famous sights, but also share secret corners that only locals know about. Each excursion with us is not just a walk, but an exciting journey through the centuries, filled with vivid stories and cultural discoveries.

    Ready for an unforgettable adventure in Uzbekistan? I will be happy to be your guide!
  • Esmira
    Languages of tours: Russian, English
    Hello! My name is Esmira, and I am a licensed guide in Samarkand with five years of experience and a great love for my hometown. For me, a tour is not about memorised dates and dry facts, but a walk with a good person who wants not just to see, but to feel the spirit of the ancient East.

    I don't give lectures — I tell stories. About the people who lived here centuries ago, about the secret symbols on the walls of madrasahs, about the ancient markets where you can still hear ancient dialects. Together, we will visit parts of Samarkand that are rarely visited by tourists, but where the old city truly lives.

    I conduct tours in Russian and English, making each meeting easy, atmospheric and memorable. I guarantee that you will learn about Samarkand things that are not written in guidebooks. And at the same time, you will taste the most aromatic Samarkand cookies, baked according to an ancient recipe.

    If you want not just a tour, but a real oriental adventure, I will be happy to meet you. Your Samarkand is waiting for you, and I will help you fall in love with it!
  • Mokhigul
    Languages of tours: Russian, English and Turkish
    Hello! My name is Mokhigul, and I am a professional guide in Uzbekistan. For several years now, I have been delighted to help visitors from all over the world discover the magic of the ancient East. I conduct tours in Russian, English and Turkish.

    I believe that every tour should be more than just a walk around the sights, but a living journey into the country's past and present. Together with you, we will explore Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Tashkent and other corners of Uzbekistan, where ancient legends and historical mysteries come to life.

    I love to share not only historical facts, but also stories that have been passed down from generation to generation, and to talk about culture, national cuisine and traditions. You will learn where to try the most aromatic pilaf, take the best photos and feel the atmosphere of the real East.

    If you dream of seeing Uzbekistan through the eyes of a local and returning home with vivid memories, I will be happy to be your guide. See you on Uzbek soil!
  • Camilla
    Languages of tours: Russian, English
    Hello, friends! My name is Camilla, I am a licensed tour guide in Samarkand, and I am truly in love with my city. My tours are not dry dates and monotonous lectures, but exciting walks with soul, interesting stories and the atmosphere of an oriental fairy tale.

    I conduct tours in Russian and English, striving to convey to each guest the magic that Samarkand holds. Together, we will visit legendary madrasahs, walk through ancient streets where the caravans of the Great Silk Road once travelled, and definitely try the best pilaf in town!

    I will show you places that cannot be found in guidebooks — secret mahallas, ancient teahouses, and the best locations for your vivid photographs. I will also tell you where in Samarkand you can make a wish so that it will definitely come true.

    If you want to see Samarkand not through the eyes of a tourist, but feel it with your heart, I will be happy to be your guide and good friend on this oriental journey. See you on the streets of the ancient city!
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