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Discover the Nuratau Mountains on this 3-Day Hiking Tour with Homestay & Yurt Stay, combining culture, comfort, and outdoor adventure. Spend the first night in a cosy village homestay and the second in a comfortable yurt at Sayyod Yurt Camp.
Hike along scenic valleys and ridges with panoramic views of Lake Aydarkul, the Nuratau Mountains, and the Kyzyl-Kum steppe. Enjoy a rewarding 15 km loop hike to the yurt camp, where optional activities include cooking classes, bike rides, stargazing, and relaxing by the pool.
On the final day, visit Lake Aydarkul for a walk or swim, then stop in historic Nurata to explore its fortress ruins, sacred spring, and mosque. This tour is perfect for travellers seeking nature, local life, and authentic experiences in Uzbekistan.
What's Included
Lunch
Dinner
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
The meeting point is at Gur-Emir Mausoleum. Please look for our driver holding a sign with our company name.
At the end of your tour, you will be dropped at the statue of Naseriddin near Lyabi Hauz Pool in Bukhara.
Itinerary
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1
At 9:00 AM meet your driver at the tour starting point and start driving to Sayyod village, located in the Nuratau Mountains. Arrive around lunchtime, settle into your homestay with rooms beautifully decorated in traditional style, offering a comfortable and authentic experience. Take some time to explore the village and enjoy its tranquil mountain surroundings. In the afternoon, set off on an easy 3-hour, 6 km hike through the stunning Nuratau Mountains. The trail begins at the homestay, winding gently through a picturesque valley. As you ascend, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape, including distant glimpses of Lake Aydarkul and neighboring villages. The hike reaches a high point, perfect for capturing panoramic photos and soaking in the picturesque views. After returning to the homestay, enjoy a hearty dinner featuring local flavors.
3 hours • Admission ticket free -
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In the morning, set off on a medium–difficult 15 km (7-hour) loop hike to the mountain plateau, traversing valleys and ridges with sweeping views of the Kyzyl-Kum steppe, Lake Aydarkul, the Nuratau Mountains, and nearby villages. A picnic lunch will be served en route. The hike ends at Sayyod Yurt Camp, where you will stay overnight and relax. Optional activities are available, such as cooking classes, bike rides, and stargazing with a telescope; if the weather allows, you can also enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool and spend the evening around the campfire.
4 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
After breakfast, depart from the Sayyod Yurt Camp and head towards Bukhara, with a stop at Lake Aydarkul along the way. Take time to walk along the lake shores and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. If the weather is warm, you can also take a refreshing swim in the lake. Next, continue to Nurata, where you’ll enjoy a traditional lunch at a local family restaurant. After lunch, explore Nurata’s key attractions on your own. The visits include the ruins of a fort believed to have been built by Alexander the Great, holly spring and medieval mosque located close to each other. Continue your journey to Bukhara, arriving in the late afternoon.
7 hours • Admission ticket free
Samarkand – Sayyod Village
Loop Hike Ending at Sayyod Yurt Camp
Sayyod Yurt Camp – Bukhara via Lake Aydarkul
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 3 full days before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 3 full days before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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