Guided Tour to Ancient Fortresses and Cotton Fields with a Local

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About this activity

This tour is led by a local expert who is both your driver and English-speaking guide, making the trip smooth and personal. This creates a seamless and personal journey from start to finish.

Throughout the tour, we go beyond history: we talk about UZBEK CULTURE, TRADITIONS, EVERY DAY LIFE, and PERSONAL STORIES that bring the region to life. If you enjoy conversation, this tour offers rich and engaging discussions—customized to your interests.

The ancient fortresses we visit are located around 100 km away, making this a full-day trip of around 7 hours. But with an experienced local who truly loves sharing the history and spirit of Khorezm, the time flies by.

I will show you the best views and help you find great photo stops to make your trip unforgettable

If you’re looking for a friendly, knowledgeable, and fully immersive experience, this is the tour for you.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Khiva Fortress Adventures

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: English speaking Guide
Included: Pick up / Drop off (Khiva/Urgench cities)

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Optional
Not included: Entrance fees: $1.5 for Per person in each fortress

Itinerary

Ayaz-Kala

35 min Admission not included

Ayaz Kala is very old place with two big fortresses in the Khorezm region. On this tour, you will visit these ancient fortresses, built over 2000 years ago. The main fortress is on top of a hill, where you can see beautiful views of the desert and the land around. You will walk through old the walls, see the ruins of buildings, and learn how this place was important in history.

You will do on the tour:

Walk around the ancient fortresses and look at the big walls.

Learn about the history.

Enjoy amazing views of the desert and the land.

Take pictures of the beautiful place and hear interesting stories from a local guide.

This is a peacful and special place, perfect for exploring and learning about the past.
Fortress Toprak Kala

35 min Admission not included

Toprak Kala is an ancient city and fortress in the Khorezm region. It was built many centuries ago and was once an important place for the Khorezmshahs. On this tour, you will explore the remains of the fortress, which includes large walls and old buildings. You will get to walk around the ruins, imagine what life was like here long ago, and enjoy the quiet beauty of the area.

What you will do on the tour:

Walk through the ancient walls of the fortress.

See the old ruins and learn about the history of Toprak Kala.

Hear about how it was once a city in the Khorezm Kingdom.

Take pictures of the beautiful, peaceful surroundings.

This site offers a glimpse into the past and a chance to enjoy the peaceful desert landscape.
Kyzyl Kala

25 min Admission not included

Kyzyl Kala is an ancient fortress located in the Khorezm region, built to protect the area from invaders. It’s famous for its large walls and towers, which still stand strong after many centuries. On this tour, you will explore the remains of the fortress, walk along its high walls, and see how people lived and defended themselves in the past.

What you will do on the tour:

Walk around the walls and towers of the fortress.

Learn about the history of Kyzyl Kala and its role in protecting Khorezm.

Take in the beautiful views of the surrounding land.

Hear interesting stories from a local guide about the fortress and the people who lived there.

Kyzyl Kala is a peaceful place to explore and learn about the ancient history of Khorezm.
Urgench

Passing by

For lunch, we make a short stop on the way back, after the tour is finished. During this break, guests have the chance to try delicious traditional food — somsa — freshly prepared by local street cooks. This stop is optional and depends on the guests’ preferences.