Embark on a 2-day exploration of ancient sights and natural landscapes in Nurata city. Stay in a desert yurt camp, ride camels, and discover the largest man-made Lake Aydarkul. Experience the local culture and enjoy traditional music around the campfire.
Embark on a 2-day exploration of ancient sights and natural landscapes in Nurata city. Stay in a desert yurt camp, ride camels, and discover the largest man-made Lake Aydarkul. Experience the local culture and enjoy traditional music around the campfire.
Bukhara – Nurata City - Yurt Camp
Navoiy Province - Begin the journey from Bukhara at 9:00 AM, traveling through Nurata to reach the yurt camp in the Kyzylkum Desert (Sputnik or Safari Yurt Camp).
Along the way, make a stop in Nurata to explore the remnants of Alexander the Great’s fortress, the sacred spring, and other local attractions….
Bukhara – Nurata City - Yurt Camp
Navoiy Province - Begin the journey from Bukhara at 9:00 AM, traveling through Nurata to reach the yurt camp in the Kyzylkum Desert (Sputnik or Safari Yurt Camp).
Along the way, make a stop in Nurata to explore the remnants of Alexander the Great’s fortress, the sacred spring, and other local attractions.
Proceed to Lake Aydarkul for a delightful lunch at a lakeside restaurant. Weather permitting, enjoy a stroll along the shore or take a refreshing swim.
After lunch, continue to the yurt camp, settle into your yurt, and experience a brief camel ride or a walk in the dunes. In the evening, unwind by the campfire and enjoy live traditional music performed by local bards.
Yurt Camp-Samarkand
Navoiy Province - After breakfast, set off for Samarkand — the journey takes about 4 hours.
Upon arrival, guests will be dropped off at a designated meeting point. However, private groups or those with fewer than 6 participants will benefit from direct drop-off at their hotel for added convenience.
For those interested, a 1-hour camel ride through the desert can be arranged before departure, available for an additional €20 per person.
- Car with driver (sedan car for up to 3 people)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Traditional music performance by local bard around the fire
- Overnight stay in the Yurt camp (1 night)
- Registration
- Camel riding around the Yurt camp (20 minutes)
- Tea and coffee
- Car with driver (sedan car for up to 3 people)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Traditional music performance by local bard around the fire
- Overnight stay in the Yurt camp (1 night)
- Registration
- Camel riding around the Yurt camp (20 minutes)
- Tea and coffee
- Optional camel riding to Lake Aydarkul (20$ per camel)
- Guide service
- Camera fee of 15 000 som if you take photos inside the complex
- Optional camel riding to Lake Aydarkul (20$ per camel)
- Guide service
- Camera fee of 15 000 som if you take photos inside the complex
Discover the historical landmarks from the era of Alexander the Great in Nurata city. Experience a stay at the Yurt camp and immerse yourself in the desert scenery by walking through the dunes or enjoying a camel ride. Delight in an evening by the campfire, listening to traditional music performed by a local bard during this 2-day tour to the Yurt camp….
Discover the historical landmarks from the era of Alexander the Great in Nurata city. Experience a stay at the Yurt camp and immerse yourself in the desert scenery by walking through the dunes or enjoying a camel ride. Delight in an evening by the campfire, listening to traditional music performed by a local bard during this 2-day tour to the Yurt camp.
Trip Highlights
- Explore ancient landmarks in Nurata city
- Stay at a desert Yurt camp and enjoy a camel ride
- Swim or take a leisurely walk along the shores of Lake Aydar
- This tour can be done both from Samarkand and Bukhara. You will be picked up at 9:00 from your hotel for the tour, when booking the tour please inform us about the name of your hotel where we can pick you up.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
