Desert, Lakes & Ancient Walls

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
Tour Overview

A west–central Uzbekistan adventure weaving through Kyzylkum desert dunes, tranquil Aydarkul & Charvak lakes, and the ancient walls of Khorezm’s desert fortresses. Explore UNESCO old towns (Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand), sleep in a yurt camp, meet artisans, and ride high-speed trains. Balanced pacing with scenic drives and time to wander.

  • Duration: 12 days / 11 nights

  • Route: Tashkent → Charvak/Chimgan → Samarkand → Nurata Mountains & Aydarkul (yurt) → Bukhara → Khiva → Ayaz-Kala/Toprak-Kala → Nukus → Tashkent

  • Style: Private tour, 3–4★ hotels + 1 night yurt camp (upgradeable)

  • Best season: March–June, September–November

Tour Plan
Includes

10 nights in 3–4★ central hotels + 1 night yurt camp (Aydarkul)

Daily breakfast + yurt camp dinner

All intercity transport (high-speed trains where scheduled or private car)

Licensed local guides in main cities; entrance fees for listed sights

Private transfers on arrival/departure and 24/7 on-trip support

Excludes

10 nights in 3–4★ central hotels + 1 night yurt camp (Aydarkul)

Daily breakfast + yurt camp dinner

All intercity transport (high-speed trains where scheduled or private car)

Licensed local guides in main cities; entrance fees for listed sights

Private transfers on arrival/departure and 24/7 on-trip support

Tour info
Price: $1980 / person
Duration: 12 days/11 nights
Season: Apr-Nov
Group size: 1-30
Difficulty: Intermediate

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