Private Day Trip to Shakhrisabz from Samarkand
Description
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, you might pass through or near small villages. These can be interesting to observe for a glimpse of local life. The sightseeing in Shakhrisabz -"The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray" -"Kok-Gumbaz Mosque"
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Itinerary
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.
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.
This heavily renovated, large Friday mosque was completed by Ulugbek in 1434 in honour of his father Shah Rukh
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up from your hotel, please contact us directly for more information
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(14)
It was a very good tour. The drivers were very kind, I enjoyed the scenery along the way and the Shahrisabs was also worth seeing. "For lunch restaurants, Mr. Driver put forward two possible locations and said, "You can have Tandir either way,"" but in fact, our restaurant of choice didn't have a Tandir menu." It was a good local restaurant, but that was disappointing. I'd like you to update your driver's information.
この度は温かいレビューをいただき、誠にありがとうございます。ツアー、道中の景色、そしてシャフリサブス観光をお楽しみいただけたとのこと、大変嬉しく思います。 一方で、昼食レストランでTandir料理をご提供できなかった点につきましては、申し訳ございませんでした。ご指摘いただきありがとうございます。今後同じことが起こらないよう、ドライバーに最新のレストラン情報を共有し、案内内容を改善してまいります。 この度はご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。 敬具 Zafar
Our driver (I'm really sorry as I can't recall his name) was very professional and gave us lots of history on the sites visited, and also pointed out interesting facts along the way. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip, and the views of the mountains were beautiful. A point to note however, in the description it states that there are 2 additional payments of 21000 som, however this wasn't the case as there were 3 payment points, each were 40000 per person, which increases the cost considerably!
Thank you very much for your kind review. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip, the mountain views, and the service from our driver. We also sincerely appreciate your note about the additional payments. We are sorry for the confusion and will review and update the tour description to make the entrance/payment points clearer for future guests. Thank you again for travelling with us. Sincerely, Zafar
I booked this trip incredibly last minute when my planning gave me a free day. I was connected immediately to a wonderful tour guide called Umida and an amazing driver called Ilkhom - an hour after I booked them, they were in front of my hotel!! Amazing service. The drive to Shahrisabz was beautiful - the mountains and the scenery was so different from what I had seen in Uzbekistan before. Umida is a fountain of knowledge! Don’t hesitate and book this trip - you won’t regret it.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted Umida and Ilkhom helped make your last-minute trip so smooth and memorable. Shahrisabz truly is special, and we’re so happy you enjoyed the beautiful scenery and experience with our team!
Deep historical tour with tons of detailed history about Amir Temur. Guide knew loads of information and was happy to share. He also took us to a local fair with beautiful views that was the highlight for my 6 year old son. Very kind and informed guide. Do this tour if you like detailed history of Amir Temur.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're glad you enjoyed the rich history and that the visit to the local fair was a highlight for your son. It’s great to hear our guide made the experience both informative and enjoyable. We truly appreciate your recommendation! Sincerely, Zafar
Great day. Recommend this !!!
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re really happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed your day trip to Shahrisabz. Zarshed will be especially pleased to know he made your experience memorable. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another adventure soon! Sincerely, Zafar
Great guide and driver. Sering how people lived out of the city. Rich history and great food. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Samarkand.
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We’re really happy you enjoyed the guide, driver, rich history, and local food. It means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to see you again in Samarkand someday! Sincerely, Jahongir Premium team
Perfectly organized tour to Shahrisabz - chill yet informative and rich. My guide, Zarshed was super friendly and knowledgeable. Would book with them again 👍👍
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! 🌿 We’re delighted you enjoyed the Shahrisabz tour and had a great time with Zarshed. He’ll be happy to hear your kind words! Hope to see you again on another adventure soon. Sincerely, Jahongir Premium team
I had an amazing experience visiting Shakhrisabz with Jahongir Premium Tours. The tour was well-organised and packed with fascinating sites—Shakhrisabz itself is rich in history and absolutely worth the trip. The highlight for me was the breathtaking mountain views along the way. A very special thanks to Hasan, our driver, whose driving was smooth and professional throughout. Since I tend to walk quickly and had some time to spare, Hasan kindly offered to show me additional spots outside the planned itinerary—an unexpected bonus that made the day even more memorable. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore beyond Samarkand and dive deeper into Uzbekistan’s history and beauty!
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌟 We’re delighted you enjoyed your Shakhrisabz tour and the extra stops with Hasan. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Sincerely, Jahongir Premium Tours team
I had an amazing experience visiting Shakhrisabz with Jahongir Premium Tours. The tour was well-organised and packed with fascinating sites. Shakhrisabz itself is rich in history and absolutely worth the trip. The highlight for me was the breathtaking mountain views along the way. A very special thanks to Hasan, the driver, whose driving was smooth and professional throughout. Since I tend to walk quickly and had some time to spare, Hasan offered to show me additional spots outside the planned itinerary - an unexpected bonus that made the day even more memorable. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to explore beyond Samarkand and dive deeper into Uzbekistan’s history and beauty!
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌟 We’re delighted you enjoyed your Shakhrisabz tour and the extra stops with Hasan. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another adventure soon! Sincerely, Jahongir Premium Tours team
My family and I had a very nice day, the driver was fantastic and also showed us a place to have lunch at on the way back and waited for us. The Guide was extremely prepared and friendly! I 100% recommend this activity to others! and of course the city and monuments are wonderful
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you and your family had a great day. We're glad our driver and guide helped make the experience smooth and memorable. It means a lot that you'd recommend us — we hope to welcome you again soon! Sincerely, Jahongir Premium Tour Team
