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Private Day Trip to Shakhrisabz from Samarkand
Samarkand, Central Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
$99.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
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"
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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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Tour without a guide
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 7 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Guide (if the option is selected)
- Kok-Gumbaz Mosque 21000 UZS per person
- The Palace Complex of Ak-Saray 21000 UZS per person
- Gratuities
- Any meals not included
Meeting point
Pick up from receiption of the hotel
Return details
Pick up from receiption of the hotel
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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.
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The Palace Complex of Ak-SarayThe 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.
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Kok-Gumbaz MosqueThis heavily renovated, large Friday mosque was completed by Ulugbek in 1434 in honour of his father Shah Rukh
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Private Day Trip to Shakhrisabz from Samarkand
Samarkand, Central Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
$99.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!