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Explore Uzbekistan’s culture, stunning scenery, and remote locations by horse
Marvel at the historic, stunning architecture in Samarkand, Tashkent, Bukhara, and Shahrisabz.
Listen to traditional music and songs by the Kazakh troubadour Akyn during your night in a yurt at Lake Aydarkul.
Catch a clear glimpse of Uzbekistan’s hidden beauty and charm as you travel through natural wonders and villages on horse.
Explore an ancient forest by horse before spending a rewarding night camping under the stars at Lake Fozilman.
Are you looking for the ultimate eco-friendly holiday packed with non-stop adventure? The 13-day Horseback riding in Uzbekistan grants an incredible outdoor experience in the more remote, Uzbekistan. You'll explore the pristine nature of Nuratau – Kyzyl Kum, a biological reserve, in a healthy, fun and ecological way.
Throughout the 13-day span, expect to visit the most spectacular natural wonders, beautiful untamed wilderness, and local landmarks on horseback or hiking. Sprinkled amid the natural settings, you'll catch glimpses of local life, such as through some of the eco-friendly accommodations provided.
Visits and tours of some of Uzbekistan's ancient, thriving cities sandwich the horseback riding adventure. You'll check out the remarkable Samarkand, Tashkent, Bukhara, and Shahrisabz. Talk about a multi-activity tour—you'll never grow bored!
Are you looking for the ultimate eco-friendly holiday packed with non-stop adventure? The 13-day Horseback riding in Uzbekistan grants an incredible outdoor experience in the more remote, Uzbekistan. You'll explore the pristine nature of Nuratau – Kyzyl Kum, a biological reserve, in a healthy, fun and ecological way.
Throughout the 13-day span, expect to visit the most spectacular natural wonders, beautiful untamed wilderness, and local landmarks on horseback or hiking. Sprinkled amid the natural settings, you'll catch glimpses of local life, such as through some of the eco-friendly accommodations provided.
Visits and tours of some of Uzbekistan's ancient, thriving cities sandwich the horseback riding adventure. You'll check out the remarkable Samarkand, Tashkent, Bukhara, and Shahrisabz. Talk about a multi-activity tour—you'll never grow bored!
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Horseback riding in Uzbekistan Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Tashkent
Fly into Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tashkent
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Discover Tashkent
Spend the morning exploring Tashkent, the biggest modern city in Central Asia and the capital of Uzbekistan. The city is divided into two parts: old and new.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bukhara
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 3 Explore Bukhara
Munch on breakfast before setting off for your old town tour in the central part of the city around 9am. After a lengthy, but quality morning tour, you’ll eat lunch at tchaikhana Labi House (you will pay for your own meal). Then, continue exploring Bukhara, one of the oldest cities in Central Asia. At the end of the day, kick back, relax, and enjoy a dinner included in the tour price!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bukhara
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 4 Day trip from Bukhara
Head out of the city after breakfast to visit Sitorai-Mokhi-Hossa, where you’ll discover a revered monument of Bukhara: the Mausoleum of Bakhaouddin Nakhchbandi, named after a very respected founder saint of Sufi Islam. Head back to Bukhara after exploring this area. Spend the afternoon relishing the charms of the city before meeting up for dinner.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Bukhara
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 5 Get on your horse!
Get ready for a jam-packed day! First, you’ll depart towards Nurata, stopping en route in Guijduvan to visit the workshop of master ceramist, Abdullo. Then, go on an excursion to the Ceramics Museum and the pottery workshop. After, you’ll continue your road trip, visiting the remains of the ancient Rabat-i-Malik caravanserai and the Sardoba water reservoir en route. Enjoy lunch in Nurata upon arrival before exploring the area a little bit. Afterward, continue to your next road trip stop: Majrum. You’ll finally get to meet your horses before setting off through ancient pine to Uhum, where you’ll stay in a cozy guest house.
Overnight Location: Guest House in Uhum
Distance: 4 hours of horseback riding
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Travel to Uhum
Start your day with a horseback ride to Hayot. Explore the park and the mouflons for around two. Enjoy lunch before embarking on another two-hour walk towards the forest, marvelling at the everyday village life as you explore.
Overnight Location: Guest House in Uhum
Distance: 4-5 hours of horseback riding
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 7 Travel to Sentob
Depart on horseback with a guide before stopping for a picnic behind the pass after a 3-hour ride. Then, continue your journey to the Guest house in Sentob. On the way, you can appreciate beautiful landscapes and charming villages.
Overnight Location: Guest House in Sentob
Distance: 4-5 hours of horseback riding
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 8 Ride to Lake Fozilman
Today, you’ll ride to Lake Fozilman. En route, you’ll see a very old walnut forest planted by the local people. New walnut trees are planted progressively in order to preserve the forest! There are also willows, poplars and other conifers harking back thousands of years. Enjoy a scrumptious picnic lunch along the way before spending the night in a tent by the lake. A dinner by the fire awaits!
Overnight Location: Camp at Lake Fozilman
Distance: 4-5 hours of horseback riding
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 9 Continue to Lake Aydarkul
Continue your horseback adventure with a ride to Lake Aydarkul today with a picnic lunch en route. You might even be able to swim in the lake, depending on the season you travel! Spend the evening enjoying dinner under the stars and around a campfire, with traditional music and songs by the Kazakh troubadour Akyn. Then, enjoy a night in your yurt! Side note: a chance may arise to ride on the back of a Baktrian camel!
Overnight Location: Yurt at Lake Aydarkul
Distance: 4-5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 10 Transfer to Samarkand
Transfer to Samarkand with a few possible stops at charming villages en route. Spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Samarkand
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 11 Discover Samarkand
Spend the day exploring Samarkand, which boasts a similar birth date to Rome, Athens, and Babylon. You’ll embark on a city tour of the old part of the city before sitting down for lunch on your own. Then, continue the city tour! During the evening, you will be treated to a special dinner with local dry red wine and a cooking course. Then, you’ll get to discover Samarkand by night!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Samarkand
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 12 Day trip to Shakhrisabz
Go on a quick day trip before heading back to Tashkent via train. The day trip will take you to Shakhrisabz through a mountain pass (90km away), where the national hero Timur, also known as Tamerlane, was born. Visit the Ak Saray “White Palace”, Kok Gumbaz Friday mosque, the Dorut Tilavat mausoleum, and the Dorus Siadat mausoleum. Enjoy lunch on your own before you return to Samarkand. Before you go back to Tashkent, you’ll get to check out the silk paper factory. Transfer to the train station from here, where you’ll take a speed train to Tashkent (2h 10 min). Enjoy a Farewell dinner at a restaurant before discovering “Tashkent by night” via bus!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Tashkent
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Day 13 Departure day
Eat Breakfast at the hotel before spending the morning at your leisure. After check-out, you’ll transfer to the airport, where the program ends.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
Horseback riding in Uzbekistan Price and Dates
This guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.- Group of 2-10: from USD3050*
Accommodation on Horseback riding in Uzbekistan
This tour is based in hotels, camping, and a yurt. Hotels on this trip are 3 and 4-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
Night 9
Yurt at Lake Aydarkul
These yurts are made of Kazakh felt, and you will have a bed with a mattress, sheets, and a pillowcase on a bed. Bring a flashlight, towels, soap, and a small bag for the night's belongings with warm clothes because temperature differences are possible (hot days and cool nights). You will be between 4 and 6 people in a yurt. The yurt camp will have shower rooms and toilets.
What’s Included in the Horseback riding in Uzbekistan?
Meals
12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 11 dinners are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 12 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the flight from Tashkent are not included but can be added as a supplement.
Transportation during the Tour
Transportation for you and your luggage are included throughout the tour, including transfers to and from the airport.
Also included
- English-speaking guide
- Excursions mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees where applicable
- Tourist tax per person in hotel
- Uzbekistan map per couple or per person
- Souvenir per person
- Camping equipment: tents for 2 people, sleeping bags and mattresses, dishes and cooking equipment
Not included
- Flights to and from Tashkent, Uzbekistan
- Meals, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Gratuities for tour guides or other staff if desired
- Video/camera fees of museums and monuments (around $15 pp)
- Tips and gratuities
- Insurance
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Optional activities or excursions
- How hard is the Horseback riding in Uzbekistan ?
- Do I need a visa to travel to Uzbekistan?
- Are meals included on the Horseback riding in Uzbekistan?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Tashkent to start this tour?
- Is the Horseback riding in Uzbekistan in English?
- Where does the Horseback riding in Uzbekistan end?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to Uzbekistan?
- Are there any travel restrictions for Uzbekistan?
We rate this tour as a 3 / 5. You will spend a lot of time riding atop a horse and exploring various cities.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 11 dinners are included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover horseback riding. Get your travel insurance.
Fly into Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport. Someone from the tour will pick you up.
Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.
The tour ends at Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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Based in Tashkent, Marakanda Travel specializes in inbound tourism in Uzbekistan. They are committed to providing a unique travel experience through quality travel services at the right price. Marakanda Travel will help you to develop detailed itinerary of tours with interesting and accurate description of the country and places of the tourist interest.
