THE ULTIMATE PRIVATE SCIENCE & NATURE ESCAPE
Exclusive Heliocomplex Access: Witness the futuristic Solar Sun Institute, one of only two in the world, and watch mind-blowing physical experiments using the raw heat of the sun concentrated through massive heliostat mirrors.
Wine tasting. You will have a chance to taste 7 types of wine and if you like bottle move forward. You can also buy wines to take with you. If you are really interested they will organise wine production tour as well by experts.
⏱️ Your Schedule, Your Way: Because this is a 100% private tour, you choose the pickup time that fits your morning routine.
️ Total Flexibility: We can skip or exchange sites based entirely on your wishes—your comfort and curiosity are our top priorities.
Seamless Premium Service: Enjoy private door-to-door transport from any hotel or the airport within our 10 km Tashkent pickup zone.
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Tour Options
01. Private tour sedan (1-4)
Pickup included
Itinerary
Admission not included60 min
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
60 min
This is Choyxona which means tea house equped with traditional big seat for resting. Table also availible for people who cant seat on ground. Enjoy from the Kabab with traditional patir bread and cherry homemade juice and waterfall sounds and big green trees.
Admission not included60 min
Explore a Hidden Forest: Hike through the only dense, shaded pine forest in the region, nestled at the foothills of the Chatkal mountain range.Stunning Alpine Panoramas: Capture incredible photos of rugged mountain peaks, valleys, the seasonal Chashma waterfall, and the unique "Singing Cave." Authentic Village Life: Walk through the charming, tiered mud-brick streets of Suqoq village to see how traditional mountain communities live.
What's included
Included
tour guide as a driver
Not included
Lunch
Solar furnace institute $5 and $5 for soqoq national park
Wine tasting
Pickup Locations & Times
Usually I will pick up travellers from their hotels Sometimes, from Airport or from train stations. I will inform to the reception by their full name and I will meet them with nameboar at the train sation or at the airport. I can cammunicate with tourists throught whatsapp or telegram.
Traveller Ratings
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Important 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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sun Heliocomplex Tashkent day trip take?
Sun Heliocomplex Tashkent day trip lasts about 6 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Sun Heliocomplex Tashkent day trip cost?
Prices start at $89 per person for this Tashkent experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Sun Heliocomplex Tashkent day trip for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Usually I will pick up travellers from their hotels Sometimes, from Airport or from train stations. I will inform to the reception by their full name and I will meet them with nameboar at the train sation or at the airport. I can cammunicate with tourists throught whatsapp or telegram. Pickup points include Hotel 1946, Hyatt Regency Tashkent.
What languages is Sun Heliocomplex Tashkent day trip offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Sun Heliocomplex Tashkent day trip worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 11 verified reviews; it is run by Tashkent tour guide with car.
Reviews(11)
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Laura_K
September 20, 2026
Excellent tour with a lovely tour guide
We started our tour by getting picked up by our lovely tour Guide John. We drove us to the helio complex and shared many interesting information about Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the history of helio complex and its current usage and many more with us along the way. Additionally, he stopped at interesting sight seeing spots and showed us his favorite Samsa spot where he bought us Samsa ❤️! After our visit at the helio complex we stopped by a lovely wine yard where we tried excellent uzbekian wine and had a tasty lunch before heading back to the hotel. John made our trip interesting, unique and fun! He speaks excellent English and is very nice and knowledgeable! I would highly recommend booking a tour with him!
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Veronica_B
August 17, 2026
Worth it!
The furnace is amazing and worth the trip, John is a great guy. Also, lunch is at a very typical place and it is delicious
Operator response
Thank you for the review.
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Globetroter974
June 21, 2026
Make sure to visit the Solar Institute
Very interesting place to visit. Worth paying a bit extra for the science experiments.
Operator response
Thank you for the great review
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Peter_L
June 6, 2026
Khikmatilloh / Jon was a...
Khikmatilloh / Jon was a great host and flexible to change parts of the tour around to give a more personalised experience. The solar furnace was amazing too! Highly recommended
Operator response
Thank you for your great review
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Isabelle_d
June 2, 2026
More than just the Sun Institute
We had a memorable day with Khikmatillo, call him John, going to the Sun Institute. We asked him if we could rather go wine tasting instead of the forest and he booked it for us. (by the way the wine was quite good). He was extremely helpful, his English was perfect and allowed us to better understand the fascinating Uzbek culture.
Operator response
Thank you for your great review. I really appriciate.
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LAWSON_T
April 4, 2026
I was impressed by my...
I was impressed by my tour guide John, who speaks excellent English. He is passionate and takes good care of his clients. The tour was equally amazing - highly recommended!
Operator response
Thank you
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Scott_E
March 11, 2026
Brilliant! So different and so good
If you want something totally different to the usual tours this is a must! To see the technology they used was fantastic and almost James Bond like. John was brilliant talking me through all the facts about the site and how it worked.
The national park was beautiful but the weather was inclement so I decided to get out before getting lost.
On the way home we stopped for a traditional Kazakh meal in a yurt which was very nice
Don’t miss out on this trip!
Operator response
Thank you Boss for your review
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megeshvr
November 12, 2025
Day tour with john to Solar Furnace
Truly a soviet era marvel. It's a must visit for all those who visit Uzbekistan.
One needs to atleast spend 2 - 3 hours to appreciate the beauty.
Try visiting in winter, it's like a sci-fi movie.
Operator response
Thank you
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Sara_J
November 9, 2025
A good day out
John was very friendly and chatty. A safe driver. The helio complex was amazing for someone interested in science. We also went to a local nature reserve and did a small walk. I really enjoyed the drive which took us through small villages.
Operator response
Sara thank you so much
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Kath_G
September 28, 2025
The helio complex is...
The helio complex is interesting. The eco park provided a decent 60-90 minutes walk. The driver was lovely. Nothing was too much trouble, including finding me a veggie lunch.
Operator response
Thank you for your great review
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