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10-Hour Private Karakalpak Heritage Tour to Aul Topi and Chimbay Villages
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8 to 9 Hours
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Pickup offered
Offered in: English
Overview
Immerse yourself in the unique and rich cultural heritage of Karakalpakstan. We will head to the Chimbay district, where you'll find an array of craft workshops.
At the Uyshi workshop, you will gain firsthand experience of the processes involved in producing the traditional Karakalpak yurt. Additionally, you'll witness carpet weavers creating beautiful strips to adorn the yurt’s framework and interior.
Another village, Khalkabad, features authentic Karakalpak houses with flat roofs. This charming place is located near a canal where reeds flourish. The local residents are skilled in harvesting these reeds and crafting reed mats known as "shiy," used for yurt decoration.
During your visit, you'll participate in a master class on traditional Karakalpak bread-making and learn how to prepare Zhuer Gurtuk from jukar flour, as well as the popular oil-fried pieces of dough known as baursaks.
Join us in exploring this fascinating tour and uncover the hidden treasures of Karakalpakstan!
What's Included
- Meals: traditional lunch
- Fees, Taxes & Entry tickets: for all objects listed in the itinerary
- Guide: English Speaking Guide
- Transport: Air-conditioned vehicle, standard sedan, van Grand Starex or Toyota Hiace;
- Accommodation in Nukus
Meeting And Pickup
Start time
09:00 AM
Pickup points
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Pickup details
The guide will wait for you at the hotel lobby or arrivals area in the airport (depending on your selected meeting point), holding a paper with the traveler's name.
What To Expect
9:00 - We will pick you up from your hotel or another location you require and will depart from Nukus to Chimboy (~60 km). 10:00-11:00 - Upon arrival, meeting with the family of the Uyshi workshop (yurt maker's workshop). 11:00 - Departure from Chimbay to Khalkabad village. 11:20 – Upon arrival, participate in a master class on baking bread, making oil-fried dough local snacks - baursaks, and local specialty - Zhuer Gurtuk dish. 13:00-14:00 - Lunch. 14:00-16:00 – Masterclass from the craftswomen of reed mats (shievs). 16:00– Meet with village life by walking around. 17:15–18:00 - Return to Nukus.
9 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- In case of food restrictions or allergies, please contact us in advance, so we will be able to prepare lunchboxes and meals for you as per your instructions.
- Small pets are allowed, but please let us know in advance that you have one, so we will prepare our cars properly.
- This tour required long transportation and outdoor walking tours. Please be ready to wear comfy clothes and shoes (up to the seasonal weather conditions).
- Please make sure you have all personal medical and care amenities you will need for the time of the tour. Limited access to drug stores or extra medical care during the route.
Operated by Irene Plus Travel LLC
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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