Sun Physics Institute & Authentic Uzbek Village Tour from Tashkent

This day trip from Tashkent combines science, nature, and traditional rural life. The tour takes you to an authentic Uzbek village (kishlak) and to one of the most unique scientific sites in Central Asia - the Sun Physics Institute and the Big Solar Furnace.

During this countryside tour, you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a real Uzbek kishlak, far from mass tourism. You will see traditional village houses with gardens, walk among vineyards and grape plantations, and enjoy the peaceful rural landscape.

You will taste delicious Uzbek shashlik prepared near a mountain stream and enjoy local Uzbek wine, making this tour a perfect choice for travelers interested in local culture and cuisine.

One of the main highlights of the tour is a visit to the Physics-Technical Institute of the “Sun Physics” Scientific Association. Here you will see the famous Big Solar Furnace, a gigantic solar concentrator that uses sunlight as a source of energy.

The solar furnace is designed to generate extremely high temperatures used in scientific research on heat-resistant and refractory materials. This futuristic structure, created by Soviet-era architects, is a rare example of scientific architecture and an unforgettable sight for visitors interested in science tourism in Uzbekistan.

The tour also includes light hiking in the mountains, offering stunning views of the Tien Shan Mountains. You will breathe fresh mountain air filled with the scent of pine trees and drink pure spring water directly from natural sources.

This part of the trip is ideal for travelers who enjoy nature tours, outdoor activities, and scenic landscapes near Tashkent.

If the tour takes place in spring, you may taste a unique vitamin-rich samsa made with the medicinal herb mador. In summer and autumn, you can visit grape plantations and try sweet local table grapes, and in autumn you may also see a cotton field.

After the hike, we return to Tashkent. The tour ends at approximately 6:30 PM.