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Three people riding camels in a desert. 1
A yurt with a starry night sky in the background. 2
Yurts in a dry, grassy landscape with sparse vegetation and a clear sky. 3
A river curving through a desert landscape with sparse vegetation and a clear sky. 4
A traditional yurt with a green door and a large, weathered tent flap. 5
By Jahongir travel

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Free cancellation available
Price is £151 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Discover the ancient oasis of Nurata and the ruins of Alexander the Great's fort
    • Visit the Chashma Mosque and the ancient irrigation system in Nurata
    • Settle into a traditional yurt tent and enjoy a delicious dinner under the stars
    • Enjoy a camel ride through the desert and a picnic lunch by Aydarkul Lake

Activity location

    • Samarkand
    • Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Oqsaroy 1, Бўстонсарой кўчаси 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard, Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan | The driver will have a sign "Yurt Camp Tour" at the entrance upstairs.
    • Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Transport to and from Samarkand
  • Inclusions
    Overnight stay in a traditional yurt
  • Inclusions
    Camel ride (10 min free)
  • Inclusions
    Visit to historical sites
  • Inclusions
    Stargazing experience
  • Inclusions
    Meals: Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast
  • Exclusions
    Meals not mentioned
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses
  • Exclusions
    Tips
  • Exclusions
    Guide

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Littering
    • Not suitable for: Non-swimmers, People with back problems, People with heart problems, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Escape the cities on a private 2-day journey through the Kyzylkum Desert. Experience Aydarkul Lake, Uzbekistan’s Silk Road heritage, local hospitality, and an overnight stay in a traditional desert yurt.

    The tour is available on different routes:

    Samarkand → Yurt Camp → Bukhara
    Bukhara → Yurt Camp → Samarkand
    Samarkand → Yurt Camp → Samarkand

    What You’ll Experience

    During the two-day journey, enjoy the sights and activities included in your booked route, such as:

    • Aydarkul Lake – relax by the lakeshore and swim when weather and seasonal conditions allow.
    • Nurata – visit the historic Chashma complex and sacred spring.
    • Kyzylkum Desert – experience the peaceful desert landscape.
    • Traditional yurt camp – overnight accommodation in a felt yurt with bedding.
    • Dinner and breakfast at the yurt camp.
    • Camel ride of approximately 10 minutes. Longer riding time can be arranged for an additional charge, subject to availability.
    • For routes between Samarkand and Bukhara, sightseeing can also include stops such as Gijduvan and Rabati Malik according to the booked route.

    Enjoy dinner and the quiet desert atmosphere in the evening. A campfire and stargazing are possible when local and weather conditions allow.

    After breakfast, continue the journey and complete the remaining sightseeing before travelling to your final destination in Samarkand or Bukhara.

    Important – Flexible Itinerary

    This is a flexible two-day itinerary. The description shows the overall experience and does not assign individual attractions or activities to a specific day or time.

    The exact order and timing of Aydarkul Lake, Nurata, the camel ride, meals, sightseeing stops, and other activities are determined locally according to the direction of travel, season, weather, daylight, road conditions, camp operations, and other practical considerations.

    An activity shown as part of your booked route may therefore take place on either Day 1 or Day 2, and the sequence may differ from other departures.

    This flexibility allows us to operate the journey safely and efficiently while providing the main experiences included in your booked route.

Location

Activity location

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    • Samarkand
    • Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Oqsaroy 1, Бўстонсарой кўчаси 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard, Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan | The driver will have a sign "Yurt Camp Tour" at the entrance upstairs.
    • Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan