The route does not have a sports category of difficulty, it is available for all tourists who are in good physical shape. The weather during the tour is usually stable, warm, sunny, but rain and wind are possible. Temperature during the day, depending on the altitude, from 10 to 30 C. Day trips on horseback are 9-17 km, the maximum height difference is 820 m, the maximum height is 1010 m.a.s.l.
The mountain guide is the leader of the group and the authorized representative of the company on the route. The guide has the right to change the "thread" of the route due to weather or other conditions that threaten the safety of tourists.
Tour program
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1
Samarkand - Sentyab
Transfer from Samarkand to the village of Sentyab, located on the northern slopes of the Nuratau ridge (320 km, 5 h). Accommodation in a guest house, 700 m.a.s.l. A walk through the exotic mountain village of Sentyab, where the locals have preserved centuries-old traditions and live the old way: simple hiking trails will lead tourists through the ruins of an ancient settlement, the ancient fortress "Kurgan", near old mosques and petroglyphs (~ 2-2.5 hours). Acquaintance with the life and way of life of local residents.
2
Horse riding tour Sentyab village
In the morning, saddled horses await the group. The horseback tour begins from the village of Sentyab, initially traversing a dirt road which gradually transits into a mountain path. This path ascends smoothly through the Gozband and Cherkinak tracts under the peak of Andervog, with the highest point of the route reaching 1010m on this day. In good weather, an extensive panorama of Lake Aydarkul unfolds from this vantage point. The descent follows through the Mandakdo gorge towards the mountain village of Madzherum where accommodation in a guest house awaits.
In the afternoon, for those interested, there will be a guided walk (3 km, 2 hours) to observe the majestic giant of the plant world - the eastern biota. This natural wonder is situated near Madzherum within the territory of the Nurata Reserve.
3
Horse riding tour Madzherum village, Ukhum village
Continuing the horse riding tour from the village of Madzherum, our journey progresses through the Old Kurgan, ascending along a well-maintained path to the Gudonak pass at 950m. Subsequently, we descend towards the nursery of the Nurata Reserve, where the aviary housing wild rams of Severtsov can be found. Following a brief respite and tea break at the Jaeger post in the Andiginsay gorge, our route proceeds through the Machidin pass - marking the highest elevation of the day at 970m. We then descend into the Tuzhaksai gorge, pausing again at a spring for another short rest. Continuing on, we traverse through the New Ishkul tract until reaching the village of Ukhum, where accommodation in a guest house awaits. In the evening, there will be an excursion to the old water mill, still operational and utilized by the local community. Tourists will have the opportunity to observe the entire grain grinding process, followed by the baking of cakes using the freshly ground flour for the group to enjoy.
4
Transfer Ukhum - Khoja Bogbon-Ota - Samarkand
Transfer from Ukhum village to Samarkand. The horse riding tour is over, but on the way to Samarkand the group will visit the final attraction in the foothills of Nuratau. We arrive in a very beautiful place near the village of Karatash, covered with a romantic legend. This is the burial of Bogbon-ota with a spring and a cave which are associated with them. You just need to tell about it to everyone who wants to touch the shrine.
Tour price from
$ 490
(6,247,500 UZS)
What is included
Accommodation in guest houses in Sentyab, Madzherum and Ukhum (Attention! - no single accommodation!)
Transport - during the whole tour according to the program
Meals - full board: 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches (2 lunches - lunch boxes and hot tea + 2 lunches in a cafe), 3 dinners
Accompanying guide (English speaking) during the program (from Samarkand to Samarkand)
