Daytrip from Khiva to Nukus Museum, Mizdakhan and Chilpik Kala

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Daytrip from Khiva to Nukus Museum, Mizdakhan and Chilpik Kala

By Islambek Travel & Hotels, Khiva

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Overview

Journey from the oasis of Khiva into the rugged heart of the Karakalpakstan desert for an extraordinary, full-day expedition that spans thousands of years of human history. This unique itinerary seamlessly blends the eerie mysteries of ancient religions with a jaw-dropping look at forbidden Soviet art. Traverse the shifting sands to stand on a 2,200-year-old Zoroastrian “Tower of Silence”, decode centuries of myth at one of Central Asia’s most sacred necropolises, and step into the “Louvre in the Desert”—home to a legendary, multi-million dollar collection of banned avant-garde masterpieces. Perfect for history buffs, art lovers, and adventurous spirits looking to uncover a completely different side of Uzbekistan.

Activity location

Chilpiq(Shilpiq) qala
- Kipchak, Qoraqalpog’iston Respublikasi, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Islambek Hotel
- 60 Toshpulatov Street
- 741400, Xiva, Xorazm Viloyati, Uzbekistan

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With a Saloon type of car

12h
English

Travellers

Language options: English

Starting time: 8:00 AM

Price details

NZ$253.74 x 1 TravellerNZ$253.74

Total

Until Thu, 25 Jun

What's included, what's not

Private transport
1L per person
Fresh, local melon and watermelon tastings along the way (seasonal).
Informative printed materials and brochures about the historic sites.
Hands-on cotton picking experience in local fields (seasonal)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional local drivers with basic English & Russian language skills.
Fuel surcharge
Parking Fees
Flexible photo stops at any scenic point along the route.
Entrance fee - For the Nukus Museums (must be paid on site)
A personal tour guide, English & Russian only, $100 (optional and must be paid on site)
Lunch (optional). May cost around $5-10

Know before you book

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transport options are available nearby
Transport options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for pregnant travellers
Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Chilpiq(Shilpiq) qala

Make your first major stop at the dramatic Chilpik Dakhma, a striking circular fortress rising sharply above the desert plains. Walk up to this 2,000-year-old ritual site—once used by ancient Zoroastrians for sky burials—and take in panoramic views of the sweeping Amu Darya river basin.

The Karakalpakstan State Museum of Art named after I.V. Savitsky

2h
Admission ticket not included

Next, arrive in the capital of Karakalpakstan to visit the Nukus Museum of Art. Known globally as the "Louvre of the Desert," it houses the world's second-largest collection of Russian avant-garde art—saved and hidden away from the Soviet regime by Igor Savitsky—alongside unique regional archaeological treasures.

Mizdakhan Necropolis

At the end, explore the Mizdakhan Necropolis, one of the most sacred, ancient, and atmospheric burial grounds in Central Asia. Wander through this massive "city of the dead," home to the shifting "World Clock" tomb, underground mausoleums, and ancient ruins steeped in deep local myths and spiritual energy.

Location

Activity location

Chilpiq(Shilpiq) qala
- Kipchak, Qoraqalpog’iston Respublikasi, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

Islambek Hotel
- 60 Toshpulatov Street
- 741400, Xiva, Xorazm Viloyati, Uzbekistan

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