Aral Sea - Ayaz Kala - Khiva Tour

Tour itinerary: Tashkent – Nukus – Aral Sea – Muynak – Ayaz Kala – Khiva – Tashkent
Season: April - October
Duration: 4 Days | 3 Nights

4-day tour to Aral Sea, Muynak, the famous ship cemetery, ancient fortresses Ayaz Kala and Toprak Kala, and the amazing open-air museum city of Khiva is an outstanding trip to the hidden gems of Uzbekistan. Discover the off-beaten route of Aral Sea and ancient Khorezm!

Itinerary Details

Day 1: Tashkent – Nukus – Aral Sea

• 06:00 Transfer to local airport
• 07:25 Flight Tashkent - Nukus (HY 11)
• 09:05 Arrival in Nukus, meet guide & driver
• Drive to Aral Sea with photo stops and Ustyurt Plateau view
• Arrival in yurt camp near Aral Sea
• BBQ dinner and overnight in yurt

Day 2: Aral Sea – Muynak – Nukus

• Camp-style breakfast
• Transfer via Red Canyons to Muynak
• Visit Aral Sea ship cemetery and Muynak museum
• Visit Mizdakhan Necropolis and Gyaur-Kala
• Arrival in Nukus, overnight at hotel

Day 3: Nukus – Ayaz Kala – Khiva

• Breakfast at hotel
• Visit Savitsky Museum in Nukus
• Drive to Khiva with stops at Ayaz Kala & Toprak Kala fortresses
• Arrival in Khiva, check-in and rest

Day 4: Khiva – Tashkent

• Breakfast at hotel
• 09:00 Walking tour of Ichan-Kala: Ata-Darvaza, Kalta Minor, Kunya Ark, Tash Hauli, Islam-Khoja Minaret, Juma Mosque, more
• Evening leisure time
• 21:00 Transfer to Urgench airport
• 23:00 Flight Urgench – Tashkent
• 00:20 Arrival & transfer to hotel in Tashkent

Tour Price (PER PERSON)

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Price Includes

• Accommodation in 2–4 pax shared yurt near Aral Sea
• Standard double/twin hotel rooms in Nukus and Khiva
• All transfers by SUV/tourist class transport
• Local English-speaking guides and museum guide in Savitsky Museum
• Meals: breakfasts at hotels; camp-style breakfast and dinner at yurt camp; lunch in Muynak
• Entry tickets to all mentioned sites
• Internal flights: Tashkent - Nukus, Urgench - Tashkent
• Tourist tax per person

Not Included

• International flights to/from Tashkent
• E-visa to Uzbekistan
• Accommodation in Tashkent
• Photo/video fees (professional camera)
• Transport/guide for free days and post-tour free time
• Single accommodation in yurt camp (subject to availability and surcharge)
• Meals not mentioned in includes
• VAT, personal/travel insurance, tips, portage, and other personal expenses

Important Notes

• Tour published on December 18, 2024; rates valid for 180 days
• Rates may change after 180 days due to seasonal updates or cost changes
• Early check-in and late check-out not included
• Drivers may only speak basic English
• Yurt camps and guesthouses provide basic toilet and shower facilities
• Program may adjust based on flight schedules and other logistics
• If hotels listed are unavailable, similar category hotels will be arranged
• Roads may be closed during national holidays/events

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