Join us to explore the ancient fortresses of Ayaz Kala, Kyzyl Kala, and Toprak Kala near Khiva! Discover their rich history on a morning or afternoon tour. Uncover the secrets of these majestic ruins!
At 9:00 AM, I'll pick you up from your hotel for a half-day tour of the ancient fortresses! We will visit:
-Ulli Hovli: Located 30 km from Khiva, this museum was once home to a prominent Turkman family. Discover Turkman culture, explore the house, and see animals.
-Ayaz Kala: 100 km from Khiva, this ancient fortress is unique with its unfortified rural settlements. Explore residential buildings with large yards and historic gardens.
-Kyzyl Kala: A significant monument from the final stage of antique Khorezm architecture, featuring corrugated walls and massive columns, representing the Afrigid period.
-Toprak Kala: An outstanding cultural monument of Khorezm from the 1st to 6th centuries A.D., and the capital in the 3rd century A.D.
After the tour, we'll return to your hotel in Khiva. Join us for an unforgettable journey through history!
Included
Ayaz Kala Fortress 3
Kyzyl'kala Kafe
Ota Gate
Ulli Hovli
Driver
Car
Fuel expenses
Mineral water
Guide
Meeting point
Khiva
Reviews (9)
2026-08-04 18:04:30
“Amazing !!!!!!! ”
Just do it if you have one afternoon free in Khiva, the landscapes and the monuments are beautiful, the car confortable and the guide is very perfect, good English, good mood, very welcoming. One of our best day in Ouzbékistan
Cloe Assire (English)
2026-07-30 10:03:59
“Half a day through the fortresses”
Great tour to the fortresses of Khorezm (Ayaz-Kala, Toprak-Kala, and Kyzyl-Kala). These ancient ruins are peaceful and beautiful, especially for history lovers. They are very far from the cities, so it is recommended to explore them with a local guide. We had an inconvenience with the car, but the guide was super professional, solving it immediately. Super recommended!
Biagio Cangiano (English)
2026-06-19 09:46:31
“Great tour to the fortresses”
We had a wonderful tour from Khiva to the desert fortresses with our guide, Sarvar. He spoke excellent English and shared a wealth of knowledge about the history and significance of the forts. In addition to the historical information, he also gave us fascinating insights into modern life in Uzbekistan. What made the experience even more enjoyable was his genuine interest in our lives and background, which led to many engaging conversations along the way. Sarvar was professional, friendly, and informative, and we highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the region.
Annie van den Hout (English)
2026-04-27 03:40:11
“Fortress day tour”
I went in the afternoon with Savar and it was a great experience.
He is well experienced, kind and knowledgeable and knew how to make this tour comfortable. The sunset at the fortresses was a beautiful surprise. I would definitely recommend!
Charlayne van Emmenes (English)
2025-09-01 06:53:07
“Visit to the fortresses in the desert”
We went to visit the desert fortresses with Sarvar.
He was a fantastic guide, precise and punctual.
He speaks perfect English and told us many things about what we visited and about Uzbekistan in general. He was very company and very kind throughout the excursion.
I highly recommend this trip both for the beauties seen and for the things you can get to know thanks to Sarvar.
What a gorgeous day, thanks!! :)
Sara V (English)
2025-06-11 13:53:14
“Tour très intéressant ”
Sarvar est très intéressant et patient. Nous recommandons ce tour.
Méline Mazuy (French)
2024-11-12 10:49:59
“Very nice tour!”
We enjoyed very much the tour to the fortress. Highly recommended!
Jesus Urios (English)
2024-10-12 05:20:38
“Great Tour, Great Guide”
I really enjoyed my time with Savar a very friendly and intelligent young man who speaks very good English. I learnt a lot about Uzbekistan it's current society and it's history. Importantly Savar is a very competent and safe driver so I was able to relax even though the roads at times can be challenging. Savar is very interested in the world and my country UK so we passed the time like friends. The forts themselves particularly the main one is impressive and Savar provided good background and answered all my questions. Finally compared to the price from Tourist Agencies it was very good value. I highly recommend this tour and wish Savar all the best for the future
Peter Flannery (English)
2024-08-02 19:53:31
“Excellent!!”
Sarvar came to pick me up at my hotel and took me to the best forts of the middle ages. He loves learning and teaching, so feel free to ask him any question that you have. He puts great effort into making you feel comfortable and welcomed, it was a real plessure. Really gratefull that sarvar was my guide
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