Kyzyl Kum Desert 2-Day Private Tour

Fall in love with the unique landscapes of the Kyzyl Kum desert with this 2-day private tour from Bukhara. You'll visit the ancient city of Nurata, Lake Aidar and experience the nomad lifestyle.

Kyzyl Kum Desert 2-Day Tour

Day 1: Bukhara - Nurata - Kyzyl Kum

We'll pick you up from your hotel in Bukhara at the indicated time and board a minibus for the tour. The name Kyzyl Kum means "red sand" in Uzbek. After a 4-hour drive, we'll reach Nurata to explore the Chashma complex, Juma Mosque, Panjvaqta Mosque, and Nurata Arab Baths.

Next, we'll visit a yurt camp in the Kyzyl Kum desert for bathing in Lake Aidar. We'll have a traditional dinner and enjoy a typical desert folklore show, followed by resting in the yurts.

Day 2: Kyzyl Kum - Samarkand - Bukhara

After spending the night in the desert, we'll have breakfast while enjoying a unique sunrise. Then, we'll drive to Samarkand, where you can have lunch on your own. When booking, specify whether you want to end the tour in Samarkand or Bukhara. If ending in Bukhara, we'll return to your hotel by 5 pm.

Accommodation

This tour includes one night's accommodation in a yurt camp in the Kyzyl Kum desert, accommodating up to 4 people.