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A city tour of Shakhrisabz (from Samarkand) will take you to this small yet historically significant town in Uzbekistan that is often overlooked by the crowds of tourists flocking to Samarkand. The birthplace of Tamerlane, one of Uzbekistan’s most prominent historical figures, and an official UNESCO World Heritage site, this perpetually sunny town has retained its small-town, conservative atmosphere.
On your day tour to Shakhrisabz, you’ll be accompanied by an experienced local guide from your Samarkand hotel to Shakhrisabz and back, guided through all of the noteworthy sites in town and given an in-depth explanation of each landmark’s significance. If traveling between April-October, you’ll also be given the culinary experience of watching the preparation of a famous regional dish.
Your guide will meet in your hotel lobby and drive you to Shakhrisabz (90 km, 2-hour drive) via the Tahtakaracha Pass. During your city tour of Shakhrisabz you’ll get to visit:
Complete your city tour of Shakhrisabz and return to Samarkand in the afternoon.
Note: If traveling between April-October, you’ll also have the chance to watch the preparation of Shakhrisabz’s famous ‘Tandir Go’sht’ (Oven Meat).
Duration of Tour:
Travel time - approximately 4 hours;
City tour time - approximately 3 hours.
Price includes:
The tour is private with your personal guide. There will be no other people joining the tour.
Our guides will follow your own pace.
The starting time of the tour is up to you and may vary from 09.00 am to 16.00 pm.
We are happy to offer this tour for air/train passengers too. Our guide will meet you at the arrival station.
