Nurata Holy Spring and Aydarkul Lake Private Day Tour

Duration

Full day (about 8 hours)

Group

Private — your party only

Start

Morning, from your hotel or yurt camp in the Nurata area

Meeting point

Your hotel or yurt camp near Nurata or Aydarkul

Language

English as standard; other languages on request, subject to availability

Price

On request — quoted for your party

Highlights

• The Chashma holy spring and its sacred fish
• The Nur fortress and the view over the town
• The desert road and the shore of Aydarkul lake

Itinerary

1. Chashma spring

   The pilgrimage complex, the pool of sacred fish and the stories that bring pilgrims here.

2. Nur fortress

   Climb the fortress hill for the view and the legend of Alexander the Great.

3. Lunch

   A village lunch or a meal at your camp.

4. Aydarkul

   Drive through the steppe to the lake for a walk on the shore — and a swim in the warm months.

5. Sunset

   Stay for the sunset over the water before returning to your camp or hotel.

Good to know

• Full-day package — guide, car and lunch are included; entrance tickets are paid on the spot (your guide helps you buy them).
• Yurt camp nights and transfers from Samarkand or Bukhara can be arranged through our sister companies.
• Bring sun protection and a warm layer for the evening.

20% deposit · free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Booking terms

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