Aral sea trip – Uzbekistan

PRICES NETTO – MINIMUMM PARTICIPANTS 2 PERSONS (PRICE PER PERSON) 2025
Accommodation Double/Twin	550 USD
Single Supplement	+30 USD

Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Aral Sea, once one of the world’s largest lakes, now a hauntingly beautiful desert landscape. Witness the dramatic effects of environmental change and explore the unique culture of the region.

Highlights:

Moynaq: Visit the “Ship Cemetery”, where rusting fishing vessels lie stranded in the desert sands, a powerful reminder of the vanished sea.
Aral Sea Shoreline: Experience the vast, desolate plains where water once stretched to the horizon. Perfect for photography and reflection.
Ustyurt Plateau: Marvel at the breathtaking canyons and lunar-like landscapes of this remote plateau.
Nukus: Explore the Savitsky Museum, home to one of the world’s largest collections of avant-garde Soviet art.

This expedition offers a rare glimpse into a disappearing world, blending stark natural beauty with poignant history. Ideal for adventure seekers and those interested in environmental stories.

Day 1.

TASHKENT – NUKUS – MUYNAQ – PLATO USTURT – ARAL SEA (JEEP TOUR)

Breakfast at the hotel.

XX.XX Transfer to the airport to take the domestic flight to Nukus (according to the flight schedule) *

Arrival in Nukus and departure to discover the land of the Aral Sea disaster (450 km, 8 hrs), we leave for the land where there is neither telephone coverage nor hotels, it is an adventure trip in a 4×4 Jeep.

Our first stop is in Muynaq. In ancient times Muynaq used to be located right on the shore of the Aral Sea, today it is surrounded by 100 km of dry land. Here we visit the famous Boats on Top, Muynaq Museum, where in a 10-minute video we can learn the whole history of the Aral Sea (in English)

Lunch at a Muynaq GUEST HOUSE (simple food)

Continuation along the dried-up bottom of the Aral Sea and arrival at the Usturt Plateau Canyon where we have incredible views of the land of disaster. Afterwards we leave for our Yurt camp (typical nomad houses) near the shore of the Aral Sea.

Dinner at the YURT CAMP (prepared by the camp family)

Rest in the yurts.

*The itinerary is subject to changes depending on changes that UZBEKISTAN AIRWAYS may make in its schedules and days of operation of flights.

Day 2.

ARAL SEA – LAKE SUDOCHIE – NECROPOLIS MIZADAKHAN – NUKUS – TASHKENT (JEEP TOUR)

Breakfast at YURT CAMP.

Return to Nukus (450 km, 8 hrs), on the way we visit an old caravan-saray “Kurgancha Qala” (13th century), pass through the Kuba village of Ustyurt (old name “Komsomolsk na Amure”), arrive at Lake Sudochie, where we visit an abandoned village of Urga with an old canning factory, a cemetery of those repressed in the Stalin era, and a lighthouse.

Lunch at a CAFE in Kungrad (simple food)

Afterwards we visit the mysterious Mizdakhan Necropolis, where we will find interesting tombs of Karakalpak tradition, “Doomsday Clock of the end of the world”, and the Mausoleum of Nazlum Khan (12th-14th centuries), Mausoleum of Erejep Khalifa and the Ruins of Gaur Qala destroyed by Genghis Khan (exterior visit from the cemetery)

XX.XX Transfer to the airport to take the domestic flight to Tashkent (according to the flight schedule in the afternoon) *

Arrival in Tashkent, transfer and accommodation at the hotel.

*The itinerary is subject to changes depending on the changes that UZBEKISTAN AIRWAYS may make in its schedules and days of operation of the flights.

Day 3.

TASHKENT-DESTINO SIGUIENTE

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport for departure to the next destination. End of our services.

CITY:	HOTELS CAT.TURISTA:
TASHKENT	Stay Inn / Green Park / Krokus Plaza / Azimut / Similar
ARAL SEA	Yurts

*YURTS – nomad houses, each yurt for 4-6 persons, women and men separately. Camp has only 5 yurts for 2 persons, please inform about yurt for 2 persons in advance. Tour operation season: 20 APRIL-20 OCTOBER

PROGRAM INCLUDES:

PROGRAM DOESN’T INCLUDE:

Accommodation in DBL/TWN (1 night) + Yurt (1 night)
Food: 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
Tea, water at meals
Air tickets Tashkent-Nukus-Tashkent (Economy Class)
Entrance fees (tickets) for museums and monuments
Aral Sea Tour: 4X4 Jeep Tour
Transfers in Tashkent
Local ENGLISH speaking guide in Aral Sea

Early check in or late check out not indicated as included
Drinks
Porters
The fee for taking photos or videos (at historical sites)
Tips or other monetary compensation for any service
Personal expenses of the tourist or any other service not included above in the itinerary

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Prices are calculated based on the rates and their conditions currently in force. Any changes in rates, introduction of new taxes or “service charges”, currency fluctuations may vary our quotes.
We close all groups 45 days before departure. In case of last minute reservations, always check hotel availability.
If the hotels indicated in the program are not available on the date of reservation, other hotels will be reserved based on availability.
Hotels in Uzbekistan are very simple, low-rise buildings without elevators.
The hotel classification is based on Uzbek regulations – most hotels (80%) are private, without stars. The quality of the hotels does not correspond to European hotel quality.
As a general rule, rooms can be used from 2 pm on the day of arrival and must be vacated before 12 pm on the day of departure.
Meals during the route are provided in local restaurants.
Please remember that the restaurants are not reserved exclusively for the group, which is why when hiring additional services such as Folklore Show, it may coincide with other groups and even with other shows and events.
The company is not responsible for weather conditions during the route.
Passport copies for train tickets must be presented 62 days before the train operation (read detailed information below)
Passport copies for plane tickets must be presented 46 days before the flight operation (read detailed information below)
The itinerary is subject to changes depending on changes that the railway lines may make in their schedules and days of operation of the trains.
The itinerary is subject to changes depending on changes that the airlines may make in their schedules and days of operation of the flights.
Domestic flights allow a baggage allowance of 23 kg in the hold and 8 kg in the cabin.

UZBEKISTAN RAILWAYS:

Due to new regulations, train tickets must be personal, which is why we require the passenger’s data as it appears in the passport or a copy of it, at least 62 days before the train operation. These tickets are non-refundable (30 USD per person), which is why in the event that the passenger’s data is incorrect, we must cancel the train ticket with full penalty and rebook a new train ticket subject to availability at the time of the new reservation, applying the corresponding additional charge for the new ticket.

UZBEKISTAN AIRWAYS:

In reference to our airline, we will have a block for the Tashkent-Urgench flight, with this block available up to 46 days before the flight. Any reservation made after this date will be subject to availability at the time of booking. Like all airlines, Uzbekistan Airways allows up to 3 incorrect letters in the name, which is why we ask you to send us the passenger’s details as they appear in the passport or a copy of it. In the event that a passenger’s name is incorrect, we will have to cancel the airline ticket with a penalty of 30 USD and issue a new ticket. This new reservation will be subject to availability.

SPECIAL FOOD:

It is important to inform customers that the variety of menus is not very wide and it is very important to advise that in Uzbekistan there are no specialized menus for vegetarians, celiacs, etc. In the event of such a request, the restaurants will be notified so that they can try to adapt the agreed menu as much as possible within the possibilities available. If the passenger wants something different from what is offered on the menus, he or she will have to pay any extra costs that the restaurants may apply. In these cases, the guide will help passengers whenever possible to find the best menu options for meals, but it is important that passengers keep in mind that the final responsibility lies with the passengers themselves.

DOCUMENTS:

Find out about the necessary documentation to travel to Uzbekistan. It is the traveler’s responsibility to have all the documentation in order, you must have a passport valid for 6 months.

LOST LUGGAGE AT THE AIRPORT:

In case of loss or delay of luggage, you must go to the airport to recover it (it does not happen like in Europe where the airline delivers it to the passenger at their hotel). The recovery of misplaced luggage is not included in the price of the tour.

CLOTHING:

Light and comfortable clothing, such as shirts, cotton suits, sun hats and comfortable shoes for walking in summer. Sun protection is recommended. When visiting some religious monuments, we must emphasize outdoor visits and recommend that tourists wear a “maxi” dress, to cover their head, legs and arms, especially women.

CLIMATE:

Extremely continental, with cold winters and very hot summers, with temperatures ranging from -10º C in January to +40º C in July. Summers are hot and dry.

CURRENCY:

The local currency is known as soum (so’m). VISA credit cards are accepted at ATMs in Tashkent. It is advisable to bring US dollars, banknotes must be in good condition. Euros are accepted for purchases of more than 10 Euro.

PAYMENT:

Full payment for the trip must be made no later than 30 days before the start of the trip, once invoiced by us.

CANCELLATION FEES:

Cancellations up to 45 days before arrival without penalty (except for domestic tickets)
As we issue domestic tickets 62/46 days before the tour, in case of cancellation of the tour, we have the fees that are non-refundable – 30 USD per person for the train/plane ticket
Cancellations between 45 and 30 days before arrival will incur a 30% penalty
Cancellations between 30 and 20 days before arrival will incur a 50% penalty
Cancellations between 20 and 4 days before arrival will incur a 70% penalty
Cancellations within 3 days before arrival will incur a 100% penalty

VISA INFORMATION:

VISA FREE for UK and USA countries.
Other countries can receive visas ONLINE: https://e-visa.gov.uz/main
Payment for the visa online can be made with Visa Card, the price is 20 dollars per person
Passport with validity of 6 months – mandatory