Tashkent Mountain Tour: Chimgan, Amirsoy & Charvak in one day

Escape the city and reach three mountain landscapes in a single afternoon

A full-day tour from Tashkent that drives 80 km into the Chimgan Mountains, stops at the modern Amirsoy resort and ends at Charvak Reservoir, with hotel pickup, a traditional Uzbek lunch, and an English-speaking guide. The route covers alpine meadows, mountain peaks and turquoise water in eight to ten hours, returning to the city by early evening.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Tashkent Mountains and Reservoir

• Hotel pickup in the morning
• Drive through valleys and winding roads
• Visit Amirsoy ski and leisure resort
• Enjoy panoramic mountain views
• Stroll in Chimgan alpine meadows
• Optional horse riding or quadricycle
• Admire Charvak Reservoir waters
• Optional boat ride or jet ski
• Have traditional Uzbek lunch
• Return to Tashkent in afternoon

The experience

The tour starts with a 9 am pickup from your Tashkent hotel and a 75 km drive into the Chatkal national park. You'll spend the morning at Amirsoy, a world-class ski and leisure resort built across 900 hectares in the Bostanlyk district: the kind of modern mountain facility that's still relatively new to the region. The air is noticeably cooler and cleaner than the city, and the views from the slopes open up across the valleys below.

From there you move into the Valley of Chimgan itself, which sits between 1,200 and 1,600 meters above sea level. Greater Chimgan Mountain rises to 3,309 meters and dominates the entire valley. This is where you'll walk among alpine meadows and take in the rugged peaks on foot. The landscape shifts from resort amenities to raw mountain terrain: the kind of place locals come to escape the heat on summer days. If you want to add activities beyond walking, you can arrange horse riding, a cable car ride or a buggy tour at checkout.

The afternoon takes you to Charvak Reservoir, a turquoise lake created in 1970 when a 168-meter rockfill dam was built where three mountain rivers converge. The water is the main draw on hot days, and the dramatic hillsides framing it explain why it's become a favorite local getaway. You'll have time to take in the view before heading back to Tashkent. Lunch, a traditional Uzbek meal, happens at a local restaurant along the route, and the drive back to your hotel wraps up by 5 to 7 pm.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and return to Tashkent.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.
• entrance fee to Amirsoy resort.
• traditional Uzbek lunch at a local restaurant.
• English-speaking guide on group and private tour options.

Options for this experience

3 options

Driver OnlyGuide in English · 09:00Lunch and entry fee are not included, includes pickup

Group TourGuide in English · 09:00Group tour with a maximum of 8 people, pickup is included

Private TourGuide in English · 09:00Private tour, includes pickup

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

AgesAdult (16 to 70 years) · Child (6 to 15 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 16 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problems

Operated by GOTOUZBEKISTAN

Is this one for you?Choose the group tour if you're comfortable sharing the vehicle and want to meet other travelers. Pick the private tour for your own pace and guide. The driver-only option works if you prefer to explore independently, though you'll arrange your own lunch and skip the Amirsoy entrance.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 15 years); Infant (under 6): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's included in the Tashkent mountain tour?

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Tashkent, an air-conditioned vehicle for the full day, entrance to Amirsoy resort, and a traditional Uzbek lunch at a local restaurant. An English-speaking guide accompanies the group or private tour options.

Can I add activities like horse riding or a boat ride at Charvak?

Yes. Horse riding and buggy tours are available at Chimgan, and boat rides and jet ski are optional at Charvak Reservoir. These can be arranged at checkout or discussed with your guide on the day.

How long is the drive from Tashkent to the mountains?

The initial drive to Chatkal national park is 75 km, which takes roughly two hours depending on traffic. The full tour runs eight to ten hours from pickup to return, with the afternoon departure from Tashkent around 5 to 7 pm.

What's the difference between the group tour and private tour options?

The group tour shares the vehicle and guide with other travelers, while the private tour is just your party with a dedicated guide and vehicle. Both include pickup, lunch and Amirsoy entrance. The driver-only option provides transport without a guide or lunch.

Is this tour suitable for someone visiting Tashkent for the first time?

Yes, it's a good introduction to the mountain landscapes near the city and includes cultural elements like traditional Uzbek lunch. The tour requires a moderate level of fitness for walking in the alpine meadows, and it's not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.