Khiva: Private 1-Day Tour of 3 Khorezm Fortresses & Akchakul Lake
Overview
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Dear Guests! Welcome to Uzbekistan, the golden heart of the ancient Silk Road! You are about to step into a living fairy tale filled with towering turquoise domes, majestic mud-brick fortresses, and centuries of vibrant history. Whether you are wandering through the labyrinth alleys of ancient Khiva, we hope every moment of your journey is filled with wonder.
We are always happy to share the following experiences and emotions with you, not just providing a driver and a car:
- Authentic Yurt Hospitality (experience hand-woven nomad yurts)
- Desert Culinary Delights (lunches prepared by desert hosts)
- Camel riding (unique Two-humped Bactrian camel)
- The Sensation of time travel, the deafening the desert silence
- See breathtaking Desert vistas and architectural wonders
- Swim / Sand Bath in the natural Akchakul Lake
- Visit Cotton Fields and experience cotton picking
- Tasting local melon and watermelons
- Stops in the best places for photo, & etc...
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Urgench
We can also start the daytrip here
Kyzyl Kala
Kizil Kala means red Fortress. It is a compact and highly photogenic ancient military outpost located in the Ellik-Kala oasis of Karakalpakstan. Originally built between the 1st and 4th centuries AD to protect the nearby royal capital of Toprak Kala, it stands as a unique testament to the military architecture of ancient Khorezm. Please take your time and guide yourself to visit the Fortress, climb & walk on it and enjoy the panoramic view from the top of the fortress. You can get more interesting historical information on the Printed Brochure provided by your driver.
Options
A Sedan (1-3 passengers)
Pickup included
A Minivan (1-6 passengers)
Minivan: Minivans are the best choice for travelling in a long distances. It also can carry up to 6 passengers with 6 luggage. Pickup included
SUV Vehicle (1-4 passengers)
SUV: SUV vehicles have more comfort and room space which can also carry up to 4 passengers with 4 luggages Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
1L per person
Fresh, local melon and watermelon tastings along the way (seasonal).
Informative printed materials and brochures about the historic sites.
Hands-on cotton picking experience in local fields (seasonal)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional local drivers with basic English & Russian language skills.
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Flexible photo stops at any scenic point along the route.
Each Fortress cost 20,000 Sums for each visitor
A personal tour guide, English & Russian only, $100 (optional)
Lunch (optional)
Pickup points
Urgench Airport
Urgench Uzbekistan
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
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Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Transfer from Bukhara to Khiva via the Ayaz Kala Yurt Camp and desert fortresses
jitsker2022,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good company, I would definitely recommend booking with them. The communication was very good. The driver Umirbek was great. He picked me up in Bukhara and drove to the Ayaz Kala yurt camp were I stayed the night the next morning he picked me up again and brought me to the other fortresses and eventually to my gueathouse in Khiva. He drove safely and was very helpfull and accomodating. The car was also very comfortable and clean. The trip was a great experience and worth the costs.
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