Shakhrisabz Private Day Tour from Samarkand
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Avoid the hassle of renting a car to see a beautiful landscape and historical monuments beyond Samarkand with help from 7 hours a day tour which includes transport from Samarkand, local guide in Shakhrisabz and entrance tickets to the monuments. Beyond Samarkand, the road to the south, through Zarafshan Range, a Pamiri spur, towards the Takhtakaracha Pass. Along this major Silk Road branch marched the armies of the Greats, Alexander and Amir Temur, en route to India. In 1395 Amir Temur ordered a palace and garden built here, between his imperial capital and his birthplace Shakhrisabz, 90 kilometers south. The road passes through villages, resting in the shade of white acacias, Persian walnut, pine and plane trees. The peak of the pass is more than 1620 meters in elevation and in a clear day after the peak of the pass there is a spot of fine panorama of the town Kitob of Kashkadarya province.7 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Entrance tickets to the monuments
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking local guide in Shakhrisabz
Lunch
Photo and video charges 5 usd (for photography cameras. It is free if travelers use phone cameras)
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Locations in the itinerary
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Tahtakaracha Pass
Shahrisabz, UzbekistanBeyond Samarkand, the road to the south, through Zarafshan Range, a Pamiri spur, towards the Takhtakaracha Pass. Along this major Silk Road branch marched the armies of the Greats, Alexander and Amir Temur, en route to India. Photo stop to capture unusual shape of stones and snow capped mountains (one can see snow from November to March).30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free2
Tahtakaracha Pass
Shahrisabz, UzbekistanYou stop on top of Takhtakaracha Pass take picture of local market (the peak of the pass is more than 1620 meters in elevation).20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free3
Tahtakaracha Pass
Shahrisabz, UzbekistanIn a clear day after the peak of the pass there is a spot of fine panorama of the town Kitob of Kashkadarya province.20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free4
The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray
Shahrisabz, UzbekistanAk Saray Palace (“a white palace” in Uzbek) built in 1380-1404. Amir Temur gathered its craftsmen to his hometown to build his greatest palace, similar in structure to Samarkand’s Bibi Khanum Mosque. The name Ak-Serai (White Palace) symbolizes his noble descent, not the dominant colour, for blue, green and gold patterned the vast mosaics.40 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location5
Statue of Amir Timur
Amir Timur Square, Shahrisabz, UzbekistanStatue of Amir Temur— there are three huge statues of Temur: one is in Samarkand, one is in Tashkent and the third is in his hometown Shakhrisabz in standing position. The bronze statue weighs 20 tons and 9 meters high built after the Independence (1991). 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Dor Us-Siyodat
Jehangir Kuchasi, Shahrisabz, UzbekistanComplex of Dor-us Siyadat (“place of sadness” in Uzbek) from XIV century. It arose on the death of his eldest and favorite son Jahangir, killed in 1375 (aged only 22). When another son, Umar Sheikh, joined Jahangir in 1394, Temur even built himself a crypt. 50 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location7
Dorut Tilovat
Ipak Yoli, Shahrisabz, UzbekistanDor-ut Tilavat (“place of praying” In Uzbek) from XIV-XV centuries, contains the Kok Gumbaz Mosque (1435) built by grandson of Temur Mirzo Ulugbek, the mausoleum constructed by Amir Temur in 1373-1374 for Sheikh Shamseddin Kulyal, a Sufic leader and spiritual advisor of Temur’s father , Taraghay.50 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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In front of Amir Temur mausoleum View Location
End point
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In front of Amir Temur mausoleum View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Tour starts at 09:00 (starting time can be change by request) from your hotel / airport / railway station in Samarkand. (Please contact us to let us know the exact pickup location for the tour)
- Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total duration of the tour is 7 hours which includes driving to Shakhrisabz and back, also lunch time.
- On this tour you visit architectural marvels which have a rich history and important religious sites. It’s recommended to follow a specific dress code when visiting these iconic landmarks. Both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Avoid wearing tight, revealing, or transparent clothing. Women should cover their hair with a headscarf or shawl when they enter to holy places.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Samarkand time to receive 100% refund.
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