Equestrian, adventure and ethnographic tour in one of the most beautiful corners of Uzbekistan on the border of the Hissar Reserve.
You will ride horses of the local breed along mountain paths from village to village through alpine meadows, through walnut groves and mountain orchards, see snow-capped mountain peaks, waterfalls, bizarre rocks, fields cultivated on steep mountain slopes with the help of donkeys and bulls. Get acquainted with the culture, traditions and way of life of the locals, visit the working water mills, blacksmith workshops, the studio of a local artist, enjoy the taste of organic vegetables and fruits, hear the playing of local musicians on instruments made by them.
You will also see the world-famous monuments of Samarkand, Bukhara and Shakhrisabz, UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Tour program
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Samarkand - Hissarak village - Yakkahona village - Sarchashma village.
Meeting in Samarkand. Transfer to Yakkahona settlement, passing through the Gisarak reservoir via a picturesque high-mountain road, offering beautiful landscapes, until reaching Hissarak village. Commence the horse riding tour towards Sarchashma village, with captivating panoramic views of the mountains. Explore the village, familiarizing ourselves with the life and traditions of the local residents. Accommodation and dinner in a traditional house.
3
Exploration of Gelan
Surrounded by stunning high mountains exceeding 4000m, Gelan village awaits exploration. Depart on horseback from Gelan, descending to the Darimazor gorge, then ascend along the river towards the upper reaches of the Turkuluk, beneath the peak of Dorkhodzhi (4414m). Enjoy a picnic and brief rest before traversing to the upper reaches and descending back to Gelan village. Dinner will be followed by a lively concert of local folklore. Overnight stay in the traditional house.
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Gelan village - Kul village - Samarkand
After breakfast, embark on a horse tour, ascending through the Urtabel pass (2466m) and descending to Kul village. Enjoy lunch at the guesthouse before departing for Samarkand.
Horseback tour duration: 3 hours / Transfer to Samarkand: 185 km.
Price by request
What is included
Transport according to the program
Accommodation in guesthouses, 3 nights (no single accommodation!)
Meals - full board, according to the program
Accompanying guide (English speaking) during the program (from Samarkand to Samarkand)
Horses and horse drovers
Visit to museum, artist, blacksmith and local folklore show in Gelan village
