2-Day Urgut Mountain Village Tour from Samarkand with Glamping

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Immerse yourself in the secluded life of a traditional Uzbek mountain village
• 02 Enjoy breathtaking views of the Zeravshan Mountains, spring streams, and flowering fields
• 03 Learn about local crafts, such as carpet weaving and tobacco production
• 04 Cook traditional Uzbek dishes with locals
• 05 Spend the night in comfortable glamping tents under the stars

Enjoy a 2-day retreat in the mountain village of Urgut, just 40 km from Samarkand, where rich traditions meet picturesque mountain landscapes. This experience offers a chance to disconnect from city life and discover the authenticity of Uzbek village culture through local crafts, home-style cooking, and time with a village family. Take in breathtaking views of the Zeravshan Mountains, spring streams, and flowering fields, then relax overnight in comfortable glamping tents with modern amenities.

Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Zeravshan Mountains, spring streams, and flowering fields.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Premium

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Zarafshon, Samarkand, Urgut

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Scenic Drive to Urgut and Village Life Experience

• We will meet you at your hotel and drive to the mountain village of Urgut, just 40 km from Samarkand. This place is famous for its ancient plane trees, which are more than a thousand years old.
• Along the way, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the Zeravshan Mountains, spring streams, and flowering fields.
• In the village, we will meet the Mamatov family, who will tell you about local traditions and crafts such as carpet weaving and tobacco production.
• You will learn how people live in Urgut and how this region differs from other parts of Uzbekistan.
• Together with locals, we will cook kazan-kebab, a traditional Uzbek dish, and enjoy lunch in the fresh air.
• In the evening, we will cook pilaf, then light a fire and spend the night in glamping - comfortable tents with amenities, including a toilet and shower inside the tent.

2

Day 02

Morning in Kyumbelsoy and Return to Samarkand

• In the morning, we will have breakfast and go to the neighboring village of Kyumbelsoy.
• After that, we will begin the return journey to Samarkand, full of vivid impressions and memories of two days spent in the mountains.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transportation according to the program

Guide support

Accommodation in a glamping tent with amenities (toilet and shower inside the tent)

Meals: lunch and dinner on the first day, breakfast on the second day

What's Not Included

Tips

What to bring

• Good mood
• Comfortable shoes

Know before you go

• The excursion is available all year round.
• You can book the excursion at least 1 day before the start.
• Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of secluded life in the mountains, learn about local traditions, and enjoy nature - this experience will give you new impressions and unforgettable memories.
• $ 320 individual up to 2 people

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Tour start

Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.