Trip
Uzbekistan
Ski & Snowboard
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Discover a hidden powder gem filled with rich, regional culture.
On this tour you will ski and ride the western Tien Shan Ranges. The region is famous for its intermittent snowfall and good weather. Due to its continental location far from the ocean, the snow is dry and stable, even on very steep slopes. The topography is extremely diverse - from slightly sloping clearings to aggressive gullies and long descents that can be over 2,000 vertical meters. Our local guides will make sure the descents are the best of your season, maybe even your life. We start and finish in Tashkent - the capital of Uzbekistan and also the largest city in Central Asia. In Tashkent, you can see both ancient monuments and modern mosques, stroll through colorful bazaars, learn about the history and culture in the capital's museums and, of course, relax in parks, restaurants or immerse yourself in the city's nightlife. Our base for the trip is in Chimgan, locally known as 'Uzbek Switzerland' for its high mountains and clear air. From here we drive to the resorts - Amirsoy, Chimgan and Beldersay. We will do a combination or resort riding, lift accessed backcountry and human powered ski touring / split boarding. We’ll keep the plan flexible and ride according to weather and avalanche conditions.
Our trip will conclude with a day of exploring Samarkand, a city built in an oasis in the valley of the Zarafshan River, southwest of Tashkent. With a history that spans over two and a half millennia and evidence of settlers dating back to as early as 1500 BC, Samarkand is one of the oldest cities in the world. The historic town is famous for being an important location on the Silk Road trading network, as well as a place of cultural, political and historical significance for Central Asia.
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Itinerary
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival Day
Welcome to Uzbekistan. Make your way to the meeting point at Islam Karimov Tashkent International Airport. Most flights arrive between 1:00 am and 7:00 am. For anyone arriving during this time, you will be transferred to a Tashkent hotel, before our transfer to Chimgan. You have the morning free to rest or explore Tashkent. At around midday we will drive 1.5 hours to our lodge in Chimgan - our base for the next 7 nights. In the afternoon we will hold an information session. Your guide will explain what’s in store for the week, the current weather, run through equipment and answer any questions you have. In the evening we'll have a hearty dinner at the lodge. -
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Day 2 - 7: Ride the West Tien Shan
Mornings - Breakfast is typically served from 7:00am onward, and we encourage you to enjoy it at your leisure. Your guides will advise the departure time the evening before. Each morning your guides will explain the weather and snow conditions for the day and advise the group where we’ll be riding. Your guide will monitor storm cycles to ensure you’re scoring the best conditions as weather and snowfall affect each area differently. We can access both the local ski areas along with the backcountry zones at Amirsoy, Chimgan and Beldersay within the West Tien Shan. Each day we will drive to the chosen location.
Throughout the day - Once at the resort or zone, we will aim to spend a full day on-mountain. Weather and conditions are impossible to predict so please be aware we will choose terrain accordingly. When needed, the group will split so guests can choose to go either freeriding in the resort or backcountry splitboarding /ski touring.Vast amounts of terrain, cold temperatures, and consistent storms provide some of the most reliable snow conditions in the world. Our guides are on hand and ready to share their knowledge and insights.
Evenings - Upon return to the hotel, your guides will be free to answer any questions and offer any assistance. After your return, you’ve got free time. Head to the sauna, grab a beer, or play some pool! Each evening we will regroup for dinner at the lodge and share a few stories about the days’ turns. -
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Day 8:Freeriding, transfer to Tashkent and city tour
After breakfast, we check out of the hotel, followed by a morning freeriding at one of the resorts. In the afternoon we will transfer to a downtown hotel in Tashkent. In the evening head out for a city tour and dinner. -
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Day 9: Samarkand Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for a day tour of Samarkand. The tour begins with a visit to Ulugbek Observatory, where part of the sextant from the 15th century is preserved. Continue to Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis and remains of Bibi-Khanum Mosque. Walking through the alleys and souvenir shops, you will reach the spectacular Registan Square which has been the center of Samarkand for many centuries. During sightseeing you will have a chance to visit the colorful Siab bazaar with stalls full of local sweets, fruits and a variety of freshly baked traditional breads. The last point of interest to be visited is Gur-Emir Mausoleum – the final resting place of Timur, a great emperor. Drive back to our hotel and enjoy the final night dinner in Tashkent. -
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Day 10: Departure
Breakfast at the hotel, followed by check out. All good things must come to an end, and after a big week of riding we will transfer you back to the airport and say goodbye.
Trip Package Includes
- 1 night twin share, Tashkent (12 FEB - AM use only, check out 12:00pm)
- 7 nights twin share, Hotel Nebesa Chimgan
- 2 nights twin share, Tashkent
- Breakfast and dinner throughout tour
- All lift tickets
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure day
- Transport throughout the tour
- English speaking snowboard guides
- 8 days of on-snow guiding - resort and backcountry
- Tashkent city tour
- Samarkand city tour
- 20% discount code to evo.com (exclusions apply)
Not Included
- Airfare
- Single room (see FAQ)
- Travel insurance (we recommend World Nomads)
- Lunches
- Alcohol
- Ski, snowboard, or personal gear
- Guide gratuities
- Questions? Call or email us!
Area Information
Uzbekistan
Rich in history, culture and diversity, Uzbekistan is the most populated country in Central Asia with a variety of ethnic groups living with one another. It is a double landlocked country, and has been part of multiple empires, once being made the main center of the Silk Road and therefore the bridge between the east and west for over two millennia. We start and finish our adventure in Tashkent, the largest city of Central Asia and capital of Uzbekistan. Tashkent means ‘Stone Village’, and is recognised as the main economic and cultural hub of Central Asia, known for their research facilities and university, libraries and museums, theaters, colorful bazaars, as well as both ancient monuments and modern mosques. Listed as a World Heritage Site, the mountain range that decorates Uzbekistan is the Tien Shan Range; also known as Tengri Tagh which means the Mountains of Heaven. Due to its location and unique topography, this region is famous for its dry and stable snow, from sloped clearings to tight technical gullies and 6,500 vertical feet.
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Trip Planning
Trip Planning
This tour is best suited to advanced and confident skiers and snowboarders who can ride the whole mountain, in any conditions. Weather and conditions are impossible to predict so guests must be prepared to ride or ski anything. Expect to ski and snowboard a range of terrain throughout the week - from deep powder, in the trees through to wide open pistes, bowls and natural gullies. For guests wanting to participate in the backcountry touring sessions, previous backcountry skiing / snowboarding experience is mandatory and you must be experienced in using your equipment efficiently. We strongly encourage guests to dress in clothing specific for traveling in backcountry areas and bring layers. We recommend that guests have a good quality waterproof jacket and pants, lightweight insulated layer(s), merino base layers, merino gloves and waterproof gloves, goggles with low light & high light lenses, sunglasses, balaclava, beanie, and helmet. Rental equipment is not available, please make sure to bring everything on the lists below.
Avalanche Safety Equipment (REQUIRED)
Ski/Snowboard Gear
Clothing
Other
FAQ
FAQ
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What happens once I book the trip?
After you sign up for this tour, you will receive pre-trip emails from Mint Tours with specific information about your tour, the arrival and departure day process, information about the destination, packing suggestions, and other relevant information to help you prepare for your trip. Mint will send out a Pre Departure Guide 30 days prior to departure. Prior to the tour commencing you’ll be invited to a group chat which is managed by your tour manager and guides. -
Is my departure guaranteed?
Yes, this trip is guaranteed to run. -
Do I need a visa to enter Uzbekistan?
Yes. Travelers from the USA wishing to enter Uzbekistan must acquire a traveler/tourist visa before arrival. More details can be found at the following links: https://e-visa.gov.uz/what-you-need-to-know -
How do I meet up with the group?
Once you’ve signed up for the tour we will send you through a comprehensive guide with details about the tour including the arrival and departure day process, a map of where we meet, recommended arrival and departure times, flight options, Visa requirements and transportation information. -
What are the accommodations like?
Throughout the tour you’ll stay in a 3 star hotels. Breakfasts and dinners are included. All rooms are twin share and are equipped with 2 single beds and ensuite bathrooms (i.e. two guests per room). Solo travelers will be paired with another guest to share with. -
What if I’m a solo traveler?
About 99% of our guests are traveling solo, so you’ll be in good company. Our groups generally mix well due to a shared interest in snow sports and an eagerness to explore all that a destination has to offer. If you are traveling solo, you will be paired with another guest to room with. The accommodation for this tour is twin share i.e. 2 beds per room. -
What if I’m a solo traveler and would like a private room?
Due to lodging constraints on this trip, single rooms are not available. -
I am a beginner / intermediate / advanced level skier / snowboarder. Will there be terrain for me?
This tour is best suited to advanced and confident skiers and snowboarders who can ride the whole mountain, in any conditions. Weather and conditions are impossible to predict so guests must be prepared to ride or ski anything. Expect to ski and snowboard a range of terrain throughout the week - from deep powder, in the trees through to wide open pistes, bowls and natural gullies. For guests wanting to participate in the backcountry touring sessions, previous backcountry skiing / snowboarding experience is mandatory and you must be experienced in using your equipment efficiently.
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What is the guest to guide ratio?
6 guests : 1 guide. -
Who are the guides?
All of our tours are guided by friendly, knowledgeable and expertly trained guides who are passionate about the mountains. -
Can I rent equipment?
We recommend bringing your own snowboard equipment for this tour. Renting on this trip will not be possible. -
Is trip insurance required?
Yes. All guests on tour need to be covered by comprehensive travel insurance. We recommend World Nomads as they are the ultimate in travel protection and global emergencies and evacuations. -
Do you have a deposit option, or is full payment due at time of booking?
Full payment is due at the time of booking. -
What if I need to change or cancel my trip?
evo upholds Mint Tours’ terms and conditions for cancellation. Should you cancel your trip more than 90 days prior to departure, you will receive a refund minus a minimum fee of 10% (of total package) per person plus any charges levied by ground operators, hotels, airlines or lift companies. A cancellation made within 90 days before departure will incur a 100% cancellation fee of the total booking amount. If you are booked on a tour that has been canceled due to the pandemic, or borders are closed to the country where the tour is based, you will have the option to receive a refund of monies paid or take a travel credit of 100% of price paid. These options exclude flights and insurance as they will have their own booking conditions. -
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Our team would love to help answer any additional questions you have! We are available every day from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm (PST) From the US and Canada, dial: 1.866.386.1590 // Worldwide: Dial Country Exit Code + 1.206.632.7598 Or send us an email at: [email protected]
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