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UZBEKISTAN OFF THE BEATEN TRACK
Discover the Real Uzbekistan Far from the well-trodden tourist trail, this journey takes you into the heart of an intimate, unspoiled Uzbekistan. Sleep in village homestays in the mountains, ride Bactrian camels across the Kyzylkum Desert, uncover Bronze Age petroglyphs etched into rock three thousand years ago, and share daily life with Uzbek families at the foot of the Nuratau and Zeravshan ranges. Between these timeless encounters, the legendary Silk Road jewels of Bukhara the Holy and Samarkand the Magnificent reveal their full splendour. Route: Tashkent – Forish – Ukhum – Hayat – Nuratau – Gijduvan – Bukhara – Shakhrisabz – Oqsoy – Samarkand – Tashkent Practical Information 🏃 Fitness level: moderate (one trekking day of 5–6 hours, Day 3) 🏨 Accommodation: a mix of 3★ or 4★ hotels (Tashkent, Bukhara, Samarkand) and village homestays (Ukhum, Hayat, Shakhrisabz, Oqsoy) offering simple but warm hospitality, plus one night in a yurt in the Kyzylkum Desert ☀️ Best season: March to June and September to November 🎒 What to bring: walking shoes, light clothing and a jacket for cool mountain and desert evenings, sun protection, headlamp for the yurt night
BETWEEN SUMMITS AND DOMES
Route: Tashkent – Kumyshkan – Aksakata River – Ahtahta Pass – Revasht River – Revasht Pass – Karabuzuk Pass – Adamtash Pass – Yangiabad – Tashkent – Samarkand – Tashkent Uzbekistan: Between Summits and Marvels This 14-day circuit is designed for travellers who dream of combining a high-mountain trek with the discovery of Silk Road treasures. For eight days, you will traverse the Western Tian Shan mountains — granite ridges, centuries-old juniper forests, waterfalls cascading down rock faces, passes above 2,000 m — in a silence broken only by birdsong and the murmur of rivers. Then the journey shifts to the architectural splendour of Samarkand, where Tamerlane’s turquoise domes answer the golden mosaics of the Registan. A complete itinerary blending physical challenge, cultural wonder and authentic encounters with Uzbekistan’s mountain communities. This trek is for you if… • You dream of hiking off the beaten track, far from mass tourism • You enjoy multi-day treks with bivouacs in the wild • You want to discover a little-known mountain range in Central Asia • You wish to combine a sporting adventure with Silk Road cultural discovery • You value contact with local communities and team spirit (guide, cook, muleteers) ℹ️ Practical Information 🦶 Fitness level: Moderate to sporty ★★★☆☆. Eight days of trekking with stages of 12 to 23 km. The most demanding day is Day 7 (two passes, 15 km, +800 m elevation). The high point is Adamtash Pass at 2,310 m (Day 8). A good general level of fitness and experience of mountain walking are required. The route involves no technical difficulty (no ropes, no mountaineering gear), but endurance is necessary. 🎒 Recommended equipment: Waterproof high-ankle hiking boots (essential). Trekking poles (highly recommended). 30–40 litre daypack. Warm clothing and windproof jacket (nights at altitude can be cold). Sleeping bag comfort rating 0°C. Sunscreen and sunglasses. 🌡️ Climate: From May to October, days are warm and sunny (20–30°C in the valleys), but nights at altitude can drop to 5–10°C. Passes above 2,000 m can be windy. The ideal period is June to September. Bring layered clothing. 🏕️ Accommodation: Good-standard hotels in Tashkent and Samarkand. During the trek, bivouac under canvas (2-person tents provided, mattresses provided). The foresters’ base (Day 6) offers shower facilities. This circuit prioritises immersion in the wilderness. 🍽️ Meals during the trek: A professional cook accompanies you. Hot breakfasts, carefully prepared picnic lunches, full dinners cooked at the bivouac. Filtered drinking water provided. 🚂 Afrosiyob train: High-speed train linking Tashkent to Samarkand in 2 h 10 min. Economy-class seats. If unavailable, a comfort-class ticket on a regular Sharq or Nasaf train will be provided. 📌 Please note: The order of visits may be modified depending on local and weather conditions, without altering the programme content. Hiking routes may be adjusted to the group’s level. The trek may be cancelled or modified in the event of extreme weather conditions.
TREKKING IN UZBEKISTAN
Route: Tashkent – Zamin – Samarkand – Shakhrisabz – Ayaqchi – Bukhara – Yurt camp – Aydarkul – Nurata – Sentob – Majroum – Hayat – Tashkent This 15-day circuit is designed for travellers who wish to combine adventure in the great outdoors with the discovery of Silk Road treasures. From the juniper forests of Zamin National Park to the steep trails of the Zeravshan mountains, from the highland lakes of the Nuratau Reserve to nights beneath the stars in the Kyzylkum Desert, this trek reveals a wild and unspoiled Uzbekistan. Between hikes, the legendary cities of Samarkand, Bukhara and Tashkent unfold their domes and minarets: a complete itinerary blending physical challenge, cultural wonder and authentic encounters. ℹ️ Practical information 🏨 Comfort level: Good-standard hotels in cities. Tent bivouac in Zomin park (basic comfort). Traditional yurt in the desert. Family-run guesthouses in villages (simple comfort, warm hospitality). This tour prioritizes authenticity over hotel comfort. 🥾 Physical condition: Moderate to sporty difficulty level. Four hiking days are planned, the most demanding being day 12 (Fozilmon lake: 6–7 hours, +500 m elevation gain). Good overall physical fitness is required. Proper hiking boots are essential. Trekking poles recommended. 🌡️ Climate: At altitude (Zomin, Zeravshan, Nuratau), temperatures can be cool even in summer: bring layered clothing. In the desert (Kyzylkum), temperature variations between day and night are significant. Samarkand sits at 700 m elevation. 📌 Please note: The order of visits may be adjusted according to local and weather conditions, without altering the program's content. Hiking itineraries may be adapted to the group's level.