Khiva, Uzbekistan: how to get there and what to see
A walled desert city built of clay and carved wood, preserved almost whole.
About Khiva, Uzbekistan: how to get there and what to see
Khiva’s inner city, Itchan Kala, sits inside brick walls and holds mosques, palaces, minarets and a forest of carved wooden columns. The turquoise Kalta Minor minaret, never finished, is its best-known landmark. Itchan Kala is a UNESCO World Heritage property.
It is small enough to walk in half a day, but staying overnight lets you see it at sunset and early morning without crowds.
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How do I visit Khiva?
Tell us your dates and starting city. We build a private programme with transport and a guide, and you decide the pace.
Can I add it to a longer route?
Yes. Most travellers combine it with neighbouring places and we adjust days, hotels and stops to fit.
When is the best time to visit Khiva?
Towns are pleasant from spring to autumn; summers can be hot and winters cold, although old streets are quiet and atmospheric out of season. We suggest how many hours or nights to allow and the best times of day to walk around.
What should I bring to Khiva?
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket, cash for bazaars and small shops, and a camera.
How to get to Khiva from Urgench
The easiest way to see Khiva is a private tour with a driver-guide starting in Urgench: you travel by 4x4 SUV, and the guide handles tickets, permits and the schedule. It is more comfortable than public transport or a shared minibus, especially if time is short or you travel with family.
Khiva fits well into a one-day or multi-day route. Travellers often combine it with Kolsai Lake, Charyn Canyon, Kaindy Lake.
Best time to visit Khiva
Towns are pleasant from spring to autumn; summers can be hot and winters cold, although old streets are quiet and atmospheric out of season. We suggest how many hours or nights to allow and the best times of day to walk around.
What to bring to Khiva
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat, sunscreen, a light jacket, cash for bazaars and small shops, and a camera.
Request a tour
Tell us the dates, group size and places you want to see. A manager replies within an hour with a route and a fixed price.
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