Day trip with John to Solar Furnace & Heliocomplex institute
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About This Experience in Tashkent
Why Visit Tashkent?
Tashkent, Uzbekistan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Tashkent provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Tashkent
You can reach Tashkent, Uzbekistan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- tour guide as a driver
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Solar furnace institute $5 and $5 for soqoq national park
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
A day trip to the Solar Furnace Sun... 1 hour
A day trip to the Solar Furnace Sun Institute in Parkent offers travelers a unique blend of scientific exploration and scenic beauty. Here's what you can typically expect to see and do: At the Solar Furnace Institute: The Big Solar Furnace: Witness the impressive scale of the heliocomplex, one of only two of its kind in the world. The large parabolic concentrator with its thousands of mirrors is a sight to behold. Heliostat Field: Explore the field of numerous large, flat mirrors (heliostats) that automatically track the sun and reflect its rays towards the central concentrator. Concentrator Tower: You might have the opportunity to climb the technological tower that houses the concentrator. From the top, you can often get panoramic views of the surrounding Parkent Valley and the Tien Shan Mountains. Be aware that as of May 2025, the elevator to the observation deck is reported to be out of order, requiring a climb up several flights of stairs. Solar Energy Museum
This is nature places with high trees and... 1 hour
This is nature places with high trees and some rarely find grasses which was mentioned in red book. If you like nature and to hike is best place. Nearby here there is cafe where you can relax in uzbek traditional supa and have lunch Shashlik.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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