Daytrip to Nukus Museum, Mizdakhan necropolis and Chilpik Kala
Explore Fine Art Collections of Igor Savitsky in Nukus Art Museum!
Explore Fine Art Collections of Igor Savitsky in Nukus Art Museum!
Daytrip Duration: 8-12 hours
Sightseeing time: 4-5 hours
Driving time: 8-9 hours
Driving Distance: 465 km
Included: Hands-Free Brochures, a good drivers with new Cars with AC, pick up and drop off at your location and Mineral water (0.5l. per person)
Not Included: Entrance tickets, meals, camel riding, Yurt Camp stay & etc
A Sedan (1-3 people) - $79
An SUV (1-4 people) - $130
A Minivan (1-6 people) - $155
A Minibus (1-10 people) - $184
A Minibus (1-13 people) - $199
A Bus (1-45 people) - $530
1. Our driver picks you up from your hotel, Train Station, or Airport in Khiva or Urgench to start the daytrip, recommended around 08:00 a.m. after breakfast. Please note that Nukus Museum is closed every Monday; updated visiting times are available at http://museum.kr.uz/visiting/.
2. Drive approximately 90 minutes to Chilpik Kala, also known as the Tower of Silence, used by Zoroastrians for exposure of the dead. Bodies were left under the open sky for birds, then collected into clay or stone ossuaries. Constructed in the first centuries CE, it was rebuilt in the 7th–8th centuries. The circular high-walled enclosure sits on an isolated peak overlooking the Amudarya River, offering spectacular views and a unique glimpse into ancient funerary traditions.
3. After 30 minutes’ drive, arrive at Karakalpak State Museum of Art (Nukus Museum). Spend 1–2 hours exploring its world-famous collection of Russian and Soviet avant-garde paintings, assembled by Igor Savitsky, an eccentric Ukrainian artist invited to work in Nukus. The museum provides an unparalleled cultural experience in Central Asia.
4. For lunch in Nukus City, recommended options include Cinnamon Café (in front of the museum), Premier Lounge, Karakalpagim for local cuisine, or Neo Restaurant. Visitors can also opt for lunch later near other attractions.
5. Drive about 1 hour to Mizdakhan Necropolis, a vast complex where visitors are advised to spend around 1 hour sightseeing. Established in the Early Antique period and active through the medieval era up to the 14th century, it was mentioned by Persian historians and Arab geographers in the 10th century. The necropolis spans three hills and includes a citadel, outer town, and burial sites, with the oldest settlement on the west hill dating to the 4th century BCE.
6. After visiting Mizdakhan Necropolis, return 3 hours to Khiva or Urgench. Drop-off options include your hotel, Urgench Airport, or Khiva/Urgench Train Stations. Book your private tour now to secure an immersive journey through ancient Karakalpakstan, combining history, culture, and stunning desert landscapes.
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