https://darvazatrip.com/blog/ Seasonal tips, festival dates and news for travellers to Uzbekistan and Central Asia, from a tour operator in Khiva. en Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT https://darvazatrip.com/blog/first-trip-uzbekistan-mistakes/ https://darvazatrip.com/blog/first-trip-uzbekistan-mistakes/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Too many cities, too few days, midday sightseeing in July and last-minute train tickets. The planning mistakes we see every season, and the simple fixes. First trip Planning https://darvazatrip.com/blog/khiva-in-winter/ https://darvazatrip.com/blog/khiva-in-winter/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Cold, bright days, almost no crowds and low prices. What Khiva is really like in winter, what is open, what to pack and who will enjoy it. Khiva Seasons https://darvazatrip.com/blog/khiva-or-bukhara/ https://darvazatrip.com/blog/khiva-or-bukhara/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Two Silk Road cities, very different trips. An honest comparison of atmosphere, sights, food and getting there, from a team based in Khiva (we will try not to be biased). Khiva Bukhara Comparisons Planning https://darvazatrip.com/blog/navruz-in-uzbekistan-2027/ https://darvazatrip.com/blog/navruz-in-uzbekistan-2027/ Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT Navruz falls on Sunday 21 March 2027. What happens on the day, what you will eat, where to be, and how to plan a spring trip around the biggest holiday of the year. Festivals Seasons Planning