2 Days of Tour in Yurt Camp and Aydarkul All-Inclusive
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Samarkand, Uzbekistan
- 2 days (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
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Overview
The Kyzylkum Desert is home to ancient ruins dating back to Alexander the Great, shimmering Aydarkul (a massive lake), and yurt camps—but with little by way of infrastructure, navigating this remote part of Uzbekistan takes serious planning, and your own transportation. Leave the logistics to someone else on this private, overnight trip, which includes meals, a camel ride, traditional musical performances, and yurt accommodation.
- Get off the beaten track and explore parts of Uzbekistan most travelers never see
- Tours take you between Samarkand and Bukhara—with pickup and drop-off in either direction
- Opt between your choice of a shared yurt accommodation, or your own private yurt
- Comfortable, chauffeured minibus travel means no stressing over taxis or buses
What's Included
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Driver/instructor and all transfers
- Registration
- Camel riding 10-15 minutes
- Traditional music performance by a local bard around the fire
- Private yurt: Price depends on your choice. Yurt for your group. Full privacy guaranteed.
- Shared yurt: Price depends on your choice. Share the yurt with other travelers
- Tour Guide
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal travel insurance
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 1: Samarkand or Bukhara – Nurata – Aydarkul – Yurt Camp
5 Stops
1
Samarkand
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
2
Nurota
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
3
Chashma
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
4
Aydar Lake
2 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Nurota
14 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Overnight in yurts.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2
Day 2: Yurt Camp – Bukhara or Samarkand
2 Stops
1
Bukhara
5 hours • Admission Ticket Free
2
Bukhara
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Breakfast
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 28 reviews
Isabelle_d, May 2026
Everything went according to plan. The driver was on time, very nice and helpful. The stop and lunch at the lake was a great feature: the swimming most pleasant. Everything was well organized at the Yurt camp with beautiful views under the moon. All the stops were interesting, except maybe the caravanserail. We highly recommend all the rest.
Response from Host, May 2026
Dear Isabelle,
Thank you very much for your wonderful review and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the journey from Samarkand to Bukhara, the stop at Aydarkul Lake, and the unique experience of spending a night in a yurt camp under the stars. It is also great to know that our driver helped make your trip comfortable and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your kind feedback and hope to welcome you back to Uzbekistan for more memorable adventures in the future.
Best regards,
TravelBliss Team
Manami_M, Jul 2026
The driver will be there for two days, like the person in charge of the tour. He gives a quick guide to stops such as Lake Idacle. I booked a group yurta (about 30,000 yen per person at the time), but I never shared a car or yurta with anyone else, and there were only other tour-goers at the campsite, so it was effectively a private yurta (it might depend on the time of year and booking). The interior of the yurtas was clean, but not cool, as there was only a fan. The shower and toilet were outside the yurtas, with only two rooms each, but there was little waiting in line.
Hasan is very personable and I'm glad to have been around him. We had lunch together at Lake Idacle. He was a person with a reasonable distance and I felt very comfortable. If you bring your stuff, or pass us at the campsite, we say, "Everything ok?"He cared about me. At the Lake Idacle lunch, a man at the next table got involved, but he sent us away gentlemanly instead of us (two women). I could tell they were working hard to make this tour good for us.
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Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you very much for your detailed review and for your kind words about Hasan. We are truly delighted to hear that his care, professionalism, and kindness made your journey enjoyable and comfortable. We will be sure to share your appreciation with him.
At the same time, we sincerely apologize for the unpleasant incident you experienced during lunch at Aydarkul Lake. As soon as Hasan informed us about what happened, we immediately began taking the necessary steps to address the situation. We are working with the relevant parties to ensure appropriate action is taken so that none of our future guests will ever face a similar experience.
Your safety and comfort are always our highest priorities, and we deeply regret that this occurred. Thank you again for bringing it to our attention, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Uzbekistan under even better circumstances.
NICOLAS_C, Apr 2024
Belle expérience même si le côté local est trop peu présent.
Hassan le conducteur est super bien (même si encore mieux que le conducteur parle anglais parfaitement)
La musique le soir autour du feu dure à peine 20-30min donc la soirée est presque sans activités
La yourte est sommaire mais je pense qu'il y a d'autres tours avec des emplacements un peu mieux, plus proche du lac.
On voit des tortues et petite balade en chameau
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Cher Voyageur,
Merci beaucoup pour vos commentaires et pour avoir choisi notre tour ! Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié l'expérience dans son ensemble et la gentillesse de notre conducteur Hassan. Nous prenons bien en compte votre remarque sur le côté traditionnel et sur la durée de la musique autour du feu.
Nous comprenons que l’atmosphère locale pourrait être encore plus immersive, et nous allons travailler à améliorer ce point pour que nos futurs voyageurs puissent vivre une expérience encore plus authentique. Quant à la yourte, nous ferons également des efforts pour proposer des emplacements encore plus proches du lac dans nos prochains itinéraires.
Merci encore pour vos précieux retours et nous espérons avoir le plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau pour une autre expérience mémorable !
Bien à vous,
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