Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Escape the city and sleep under the stars in the middle of the Kyzylkum Desert. Your adventure starts with a drive from Khiva to the mysterious ruins of Ayaz Qala — ancient fortresses standing alone in the sand for over 2000 years. As the sun sets, arrive at your private yurt camp surrounded by golden sand dunes. Enjoy a traditional Uzbek dinner, swing on a wooden swing as the desert turns quiet, and fall asleep in your own private yurt — just you and your group, no strangers. Wake up to a fresh breakfast with desert views, before heading back to Khiva — with memories you will never forget.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Dinner
Entrance fees to the fortresses
Yurt Camp
Breakfast
Round trip
Camel Ride (optional) - purchased through 3rd party
Personal expanses
Camel milk (optional) - purchased through 3rd party
One night in desert and fortresses
About
Escape the city and sleep under the stars in the middle of the Kyzylkum Desert. Your adventure starts with a drive from Khiva to the mysterious ruins of Ayaz Qala — ancient fortresses standing alone in the sand for over 2000 years. As the sun sets, arrive at your private yurt camp surrounded by golden sand dunes. Enjoy a traditional Uzbek dinner, swing on a wooden swing as the desert turns quiet, and fall asleep in your own private yurt — just you and your group, no strangers. Wake up to a fresh breakfast with desert views, before heading back to Khiva — with memories you will never forget.
Highlights
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 days
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Dinner
Entrance fees to the fortresses
Yurt Camp
Breakfast
Round trip
Camel Ride (optional) - purchased through 3rd party
Personal expanses
Camel milk (optional) - purchased through 3rd party
Itinerary
Day 1
Day 2
Khiva to Ayaz Qala Desert
1 Stop
1
Ayaz-Kala
These fortresses are more than 2,000 years old. You can walk inside, climb the walls, and see beautiful views of the sand dunes.
This place is very quiet and peaceful. No big crowds. Camels walk freely in the sand. Sometimes you can see sheep and cows nearby too.
In the evening, watch the sunset over the desert — it is truly beautiful. Then arrive at your private yurt camp. Eat a traditional Uzbek dinner, sit on a swing under the open sky, and sleep in your own private yurt. Just you and your group — no strangers.
