2-Day Horse Riding in the Nuratau Mountains'
Price
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A beginner-friendly horse riding adventure through the Nuratau Mountains. Experience village life, ancient fortresses, and stunning mountain views on horseback..
Live tour guide
Guide Information: A local horse guide with basic English proficiency will meet you to lead the horse riding excursion.
Group Size
Minimum and Maximum Participants: The tour operates with a minimum of 1 participants and a maximum of 12 participants.
Highlights
- •Beginner-friendly horse riding
- •Test ride and basic instructions
- •Visit Upper Uhum and ancient fortress
- •Views of Lake Aydarkul and Kyzyl-Kum steppe
- •Village homestay experience
Itinerary
Day 1 – Bukhara → Hayat Village
At 9:00 AM, meet your driver in Bukhara and depart for Hayat village. The scenic drive takes about 4.5–5 hours, passing through the picturesque Nurata region. Arrive in Hayat by lunchtime and settle into your Guesthouse, where your hosts will welcome you and introduce the facilities. After a hearty lunch, meet your local guide and get acquainted with your horse during a test ride and basic instructions. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic 2-hour horse ride to Upper Uhum village. Along the way, admire traditional stone and mud houses, explore the ruins of an ancient fortress, and observe rural village life. Overnight: Guesthouse. Meals: – / L / D
Day 2 – Hayat → Uhum → Asraf Village → Samarkand
Start your day with a wholesome breakfast before saddling up for a 12-km ride from Hayat to Asraf village (approx. 3 hours) with your trekking guide. The journey offers panoramic views of Lake Aydarkul and the vast Kyzyl-Kum steppe. Arrive at your Asraf Guesthouse, enjoy warm hospitality, and relax. In the afternoon, set off on a 2-hour ride to Eski Forish village, taking in the serene beauty of the Nuratau Mountains. Your horse riding adventure concludes here. A driver will transfer you to Samarkand (approx. 4-hour drive), with one last opportunity to enjoy the stunning landscapes. Overnight: Samarkand hotel. Meals: B / L / –
What's Included
- ✓Accommodation: Overnight stay in local Guesthouse.
- ✓Meals: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner (vegetarian & vegan options available).
- ✓Guided Tours: Local horse-riding guide for Day 1 and Day 2.
- ✓Transportation: Bukhara → Asraf village, Uhum → Samarkand.
- ✓Rental horse.
What's Not Included
- ✗Personal Expenses: Any items of a personal nature.
- ✗Travel Insurance: All participants are required to have travel insurance for a safe and worry-free adventure.
What do I need to bring?
Bring your passport, comfortable walking shoes, sun protection, a reusable water bottle and layers for changing temperatures. Mountain routes need warm clothing and weather protection even in summer. Confirm the packing list, entry documents and any permits for your itinerary before departure.