Day Trips

Shakhrisabz Heritage Day Tour

Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Samarkand

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Duration

1 day

Group size

2–12 travelers

Tour style

Day Trips

About This Tour

Travel south from Samarkand to Shakhrisabz, the historic city associated with Amir Timur. A professional guide leads visits to the ruins of Ak-Saray, Dor-us Saodat, Dor-ut Tilavat and the blue-domed Kok-Gumbaz Mosque.

The current program is approximately six hours, with a roughly 90 km drive taking about two hours each way and hotel pickup and return in Samarkand. Entrance coverage, the vehicle plan for larger groups and meal timing require final confirmation.

Tour Highlights

  • Ak-Saray — See the monumental remains of the palace complex associated with Amir Timur.
  • Timurid memorial sites — Visit Dor-us Saodat and Dor-ut Tilavat with a professional guide.
  • Kok-Gumbaz — Step inside one of Shakhrisabz’s defining blue-domed landmarks.
  • Samarkand return — Complete the approximately six-hour route with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Journey at a glance

Samarkand → Shakhrisabz → Samarkand

Starts in

Samarkand

Ends in

Samarkand

Destinations

Samarkand · Shakhrisabz

Languages

English-speaking guide

Practical details

A clear summary of stays, meals, transfers, and the physical pace of this itinerary.

Accommodation

Meals

  • Meal arrangements require confirmation

Transportation

  • Private road transport from Samarkand to Shakhrisabz and return
  • Vehicle assignment for groups above two requires confirmation

Walking and riding distances

  • Approximately 90 km / 2 hours

Day-by-day itinerary

Open each day to explore the route, activities, meals, and overnight arrangements.

What’s Included

  • Professional guide
  • Private transportation for one to two guests
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

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  • Dates and services are available only after written confirmation.
  • Cancellation, refund, deposit and final-payment terms will be provided with the confirmed quote.

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