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Private Day Trip to Shakhrisabz from Samarkand
(12) Reviews
Qashqadaryo Region
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Panoramic Views: The pass is situated in the Zarafshan Range, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. On a clear day, you can see vast expanses of rugged terrain dotted with patches of greenery.
Landscape Diversity: The landscape changes dramatically as you ascend and descend the pass. You’ll see rocky cliffs, rolling hills, and sometimes, in spring and early summer, vibrant wildflowers.
Photographic Opportunities: There are several points along the pass where you can stop and take photographs. These spots provide perfect backdrops for capturing the natural beauty of Uzbekistan.
Local Villages: As you descend towards Shakhrisabz,...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide (if the option is selected)
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Any meals not included
Gratuities
The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray 21000 UZS per person
Kok-Gumbaz Mosque 21000 UZS per person
Meeting Points
Departure
Jahongir Premium Hotel
Pick up from receiption of the hotel
Return
Private Day Trip to Shakhrisabz from Samarkand
(12) Reviews
Qashqadaryo Region
About
Scenery and Highlights
Panoramic Views: The pass is situated in the Zarafshan Range, offering stunning panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. On a clear day, you can see vast expanses of rugged terrain dotted with patches of greenery.
Landscape Diversity: The landscape changes dramatically as you ascend and descend the pass. You’ll see rocky cliffs, rolling hills, and sometimes, in spring and early summer, vibrant wildflowers.
Photographic Opportunities: There are several points along the pass where you can stop and take photographs. These spots provide perfect backdrops for capturing the natural beauty of Uzbekistan.
Local Villages: As you descend towards Shakhrisabz,...
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Guide (if the option is selected)
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Any meals not included
Gratuities
The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray 21000 UZS per person
Kok-Gumbaz Mosque 21000 UZS per person
Meeting Points
Departure
Jahongir Premium Hotel
Pick up from receiption of the hotel
Return
Itinerary
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Shahrisabz
Shakhrisabz, a historic city in Uzbekistan, makes for an enriching day trip from Samarkand, offering a deep dive into the region's rich cultural and architectural heritage.
Getting There
By Car: The drive from Samarkand to Shakhrisabz takes about 2 to 2.5 hours, covering approximately 90 kilometers. The mountain pass between Samarkand and Shakhrisabz, specifically the Takhta-Karacha Pass, offers breathtaking views and adds an adventurous element to your journey.
5 hours
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The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray
The palece of Amir Temur
Ak Saray Palace (White Palace). The dimensions of the building can be perceived when looking at the gate towers: the two towers were 50 m high and had an arch with a span of 22 m. The buildings were destroyed in the 16th cent. by order of the ruler of Bukhara, Abdullah Khan.
30 minutes
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Kok-Gumbaz Mosque
This heavily renovated, large Friday mosque was completed by Ulugbek in 1434 in honour of his father Shah Rukh
