Discover the beauty of Uzbekistan’s finest natural reserves
The Uzbekistan Pristine Nature Eco-Tour presents a perfect responsible ecotourism adventure option to inspire nature loving and eco-aware travelers with Uzbekistan’s beauty. You’ll discover the untouched beauty of the Nuratau – Kyzyl Kum biological reserve, ride camels through beautiful untamed wilderness, and snap photos of local landmarks on horseback. Hike underneath canopies of birds and rest up at night in eco-friendly accommodations. This tour will give you the opportunity to learn more about the daily life of these hospitable local people, experience the real spirit of their land, and contribute to the long-term protection of the environment of Uzbekistan.
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Uzbekistan Nature Eco-Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Tashkent
Arrive in Tashkent and meet your guide. You’ll be drive to your accommodation and enjoy a welcome dinner.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tashkent
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Sightseeing in Samarkand
After an early breakfast, transfer to Samarkand by express train. Once there, take a sightseeing tour in Samarkand.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Samarkand
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Briefing and Horseback Riding to Nuratau Mountain
This morning, transfer to Eski Forish village. Start with a briefing on horseback riding basics and meet your horse for the day. You’ll ride from Eski Forish via the stunning Asraf Valley, then on to the Nuratau Mountain village of Uhum.
In town, visit the old watermill, which is still in use, and the ruins of and ancient fortress.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Nuratau Village
Distance: 3.5 hours, 14km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Horseback Riding to Sentyab Village
Eat breakfast, then head out for guided horseback riding from Uhum via Majerum to Sentyab village. You’ll stop in Majerum village for lunch. The village is surrounded by a shady mulberry grove, and in its vicinity, there are ruins of a mosque and an old village. The arbor vitae is located within the border to the State Nature Reserve but can be visited for a fee. A lot of local beliefs and legends are related to this gigantic old tree. Local people tie ribbons to it in the hope that their wishes come true.
Arrive in Sentob village and settle into a guesthouse.
Overnight Location: Guesthouse in Sentob Village
Distance: 5 hours, 27km
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5 Hiking to Kadvan Valley – Aydarkul Camp
Today sees you exploring by foot. You’ll hike up the Kadvan Valley, which has a spectacular view of Sentob village, the river canyon, the peaks of the Nuratau Mountains, and Lake Aydar. The valley is also one of the best places in Uzbekistan for birdwatching.
Next, you’ll transfer to the Aydarkul yurt camp. Here, you can explore the camp grounds and surroundings by camel. In the evening, enjoy sitting around the campfire, listening to an Akyn – Kazakh folk singer.
Overnight Location: Camping in Aydarkul
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Bird Watching in Aydarkul Lake – Bukhara
Eat an early breakfast, then transfer to Lake Aydarkul for birdwatching and swimming if the weather allows. Then, transfer to Bukhara for the night.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bukhara
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Sightseeing Tour in Bukhara & Flight to Tashkent
Today will feature a sightseeing tour in Bukhara, then you’ll travel by plane or by train to Tashkent. Enjoy a farewell dinner with the group and then cozy up for the night.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tashkent
Distance: Flexible
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8 Departure
After breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airport to fly home. Safe travels!
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Uzbekistan Nature Eco-Tour Price and Dates
This guided tour to Uzbekistan is always run as a private tour for your group only and the pricing per person depends on the size of the group, as well as whether you choose to stay in 3 or 4-star hotels during your trip.
Prices below are per person:
- Guided Groups of 4: $1,425 USD per person
Please note that the pricing might change depending on the size of your group
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This tour is based in hotels, guesthouses, and camps. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Hotels on Standard Tour
Uzbekistan accommodation
The accommodation on this tour will range from city centre hotels to rural guesthouses as you travel around different towns and villages.
What’s Included in the Uzbekistan Nature Eco-Tour?
Meals
7 breakfasts are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 7 nights are included.
Transportation during the Tour
Airport transfers and overland transportation during the tour are included. Flights are not included.
Also Included
- Entrance fees for sightseeing spots mentioned
- Camera fees for sightseeing objects
- Guide for the entire tour
- Local horse expert and guide in Nuratau
- Rental of horses and camels
- Visa support for Uzbekistan
Not included
- International airfares
- Domestic airfare from Bukhara to Tashkent
- Camera and video charges during sightseeing
Optional Extras
- Extra nights before or after the tour
- Single room supplement
Frequently Asked Questions about Uzbekistan Nature Eco-Tour
Based in Tashkent, Marakanda Travel specializes in inbound tourism in Uzbekistan. They are committed to providing a unique travel experience through quality travel services at the right price. Marakanda Travel will help you to develop detailed itinerary of tours with interesting and accurate description of the country and places of the tourist interest.
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