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2 Day Yurt Camp and Aydarkol Lake Tour

By SilknationsTravel
Free cancellation available
The previous price was P 13,544 and current price is P 12,190 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This 2-day adventure offers a rare opportunity to experience the true spirit of Uzbekistan beyond the famous historical cities. While most visitors focus only on Samarkand, this journey takes travelers deep into the heart of the Kyzylkum Desert, to the peaceful shores of Aydarkol Lake, and to the sacred town of Nurata, creating a unique combination of nature, history, and authentic culture in just two days.
What makes this tour truly special is the overnight stay in a traditional desert yurt camp, where guests experience the atmosphere of nomadic life. Watching the sunset over golden sand dunes, enjoying homemade Uzbek cuisine, and listening to local music around a campfire under a sky full of stars creates unforgettable memories that cannot be experienced in a hotel.
Unlike standard sightseeing tours, this journey allows real cultural connection. Travelers visit sacred pilgrimage sites, explore ancient fortress ruins traditionally linked to Alexander the Great.

Activity location
  • Nurata
    • Nurata, Uzbekistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Nurata
    • Nurata, Uzbekistan

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2 Day Yurt Camp and Aydarkol Lake Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
P 13,543.98
P 12,189.58 x 1 AdultP 12,189.58

Total
The previous price was P 13,543.98 and current price is P 12,189.58
10% off

What's included, what's not

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    Private transportation
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    Traditional dinner at the camp
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    Visit to Chashma spring complex
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    Transfer to Aydarkol lake
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    Government Fees
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    Dinner
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    Accommodation in traditional yurts
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Breakfast
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    Evening campfire with live music
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    Camel ride
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    Breakfast at the camp
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    Visit to Alexander the Great's fortress ruins
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    Personal expenses
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    Tips

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Day 1: From Samarkand – Nurata – Aydarkol Lake – Yurt Camp
  • 2 stops
  • Meals: snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight traditional yurt camp
Nurata
  • 1h
Begin your adventure with a morning departure from Samarkand or Bukhara in a comfortable vehicle. Arrive in Nurata and enjoy a guided sightseeing tour. Visit the sacred Chashma Spring complex, explore the ruins of Alexander the Great’s fortress, and discover the Nurata Mosque and local traditions.
Aydar Lake
  • 4h
  • Admission ticket included
Continue driving through the desert to Aydarkol Lake. Upon arrival, enjoy free time for swimming (seasonal), relax on the peaceful lakeshore, and enjoy a picnic lunch (optional or included depending on package). Transfer to the desert yurt camp. Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation in traditional Uzbek-style yurts. Opt for a camel riding experience, watch the sunset over the desert dunes, and savor a traditional dinner at the camp. End the day with an evening campfire and local music under the stars.
Day 2: Yurt Camp – Nurata Mountains – Samarkand or Bukhara
  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included
Aydar Lake
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Wake up to a breakfast at the camp. Opt for a morning camel ride or a walk in the desert. Then, transfer back to Samarkand or to Bukhara

Location

Activity location
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    Nurata
    • Nurata, Uzbekistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    Nurata
    • Nurata, Uzbekistan

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