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Multi-day journey · 2 days

Imperial Treasures: Samarkand & Shakhrisabz in Two Days

Route: Tashkent · Samarkand · Shakhrisabz · Tashkent

  • Tashkent
  • Samarkand
  • Shakhrisabz

$390 per person, based on 2 travellers

Free cancellation 24 hours before

Duration
2 days
Tour type
Private
Starts
Tashkent
Runs
Daily
Cancellation
Free cancellation 24 hours before

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Uzbekistan: Samarkand – Shahrisabz!

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Uzbekistan: Samarkand – Shahrisabz! Experience the perfect blend of ancient traditions and modern culture, explore magnificent landmarks such as the legendary Registan, Ulugh Beg Observatory, and the palaces of Shahrisabz, and immerse yourself in the warm hospitality of the East while enjoying comfortable transport, top-class hotels, and authentic Uzbek cuisine. Book now and create memories that will last a lifetime! We can customize the itinerary to suit your preferences, starting not only from Tashkent but also from other cities. Contact us for a personalized experience!

Itinerary

2 days · Tashkent · Samarkand · Shakhrisabz · Tashkent

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  1. Day 1Tashkent – Samarkand

    Transfer to the Tashkent railway station at 06:15. The high-speed train, Afrosiyob, leaves for Samarkand at 07:00 and arrives in Samarkand at 09:10. A guide and driver will meet you at the station, which is a starting point of the Samarkand tour. In the morning start sightseeing. The tour program includes visits to Gur-Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Bibi-Khanum mosque, Shakhi-Zinda necropolis, Ulugbek observatory. Free time. Overnight at the hotel.

  2. Day 2Samarkand – Shakhrisabz – Samarkand – Tashkent

    In the morning at 08:00 drive to Shakhrisabz (1.5hrs). Arrival in Shakhrisabz. Visit remains of Ak-Saray Palace, mausoleum of Jakhongir and Omar-Shaykh, Mausoleum of Dor-ut Tilovat where conqueror Tamerlane’s father and his spiritual coach are buried, Kok-Gumbaz mosque. At 12:00 drive back to Samarkand. On the way stop in the mountain pass for a lunch to enjoy nature and taste a famous local meal called tandoori kebab (lamb meat cooked in tandoori). After lunch continue drive to Samarkand. Arrival in Samarkand at 17:00-17:30 to the train station. The train departs for Tashkent at 18:00 and arrives in Tashkent at 20:10. Transfer to the hotel. End of Samarkand & Shakhrisabz Tour.

What's included

Included

  • All transfers 1-2 pax by sedan type car; 3-7 pax by minivan type car; 8-13 pax by 30 seat bus, 14 pax and more by 40-50 seat bus;
  • Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing, breakfasts included;
  • Sightseeing tour program with a local guide;
  • Entrance fees to the sights as per itinerary;
  • Tickets for trains Tashkent–Samarkand–Tashkent (on rare occasions when the high-speed train is unavailable, we will replace this with the most-comfortable class of regular train).

Not included

  • Tour leader to accompany the travellers for the whole period of the tour;
  • Full board (lunch and dinner);
  • Hotel charges for additional services;
  • Tips are not included, but would be appreciated;
  • Personal travel insurance.

Practical information

Route

Starts:
Tashkent
Ends:
Tashkent

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation 24 hours before

Free date change

Prices

$390 per person, based on 2 travellers

Price per person

1 person$620
2 persons$390
3–10 persons$350

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Photo credits
  • Photo: Adam Harangozó, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons (edited) · Source · Licence

$390 per person

2 days · based on 2 travellers

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