Daytrip to Three Fortresses

Explore 2,000-Year-Old Fortresses of Ancient Khorezm with Us!

Tour details
  • Day trip duration: 6–7 hours
  • Sightseeing time: 2–3 hours
  • Driving time: 4–5 hours
  • Driving distance: 225 km
  • Included: Pick-up & drop-off at your location, bottled water (0.5l per person), professional driver & comfortable vehicles with AC, help with luggage
  • Not included: Guide service, entrance tickets, meals, camel riding, yurt camp stay, etc.

Flexible Start Time

The tour can start at any time you want, with pick-up from your location (hotel, airport, or train station). We highly recommend the following options

  • Morning (08:00 / 09:00): Start after breakfast to explore the fortresses during the cooler hours.
  • Afternoon (13:00 / 14:00): Start after lunch and catch the sunset at Ayaz-Kala.

Route

  • Departure – Picked up from your location in Khiva or Urgench (1.5-2 hrs to the first fortress)
  • Kizil Kala: An ancient red fortress that once protected the oasis.
  • Toprak Kala: Explore the fascinating ruins of a 2,000-year-old royal palace.
  • Akcha Lake: A beautiful blue lake in the desert. Perfect for a lunch and photo stop.
  • Ayaz Kala: The largest fortress, located on a hill. Great for climbing and watching the sunset.
  • Return – Back to Khiva or Urgench.

Safety & Comfort

  • Free child car seats available upon request (ISOFIX equipped)
  • Seatbelts & safe seating guaranteed in all vehicles
  • Non-smoking vehicles

Payment Methods

  • Online payment – (Credit/debit card via our website)
  • Cash – UZS or USD, EUR (new banknotes only)
  • Bank transfer – (details provided upon request)

All prices are calculated at the official NBU exchange rate on the day of the tour

Booking & Confirmation

  • Booking confirmation sent within 24 hours
  • Driver’s name, contact number, and vehicle details sent 1 day before departure via WhatsApp or email

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure