Remains of the Ak-Saray palace portal with blue tilework, Shahrisabz

Private tour · Samarkand

Shakhrisabz Private Day Trip from Samarkand

A day in Timur's home town — the colossal ruined gate of the Ak-Saray palace, Ulugbek's Kok Gumbaz mosque and the Timurid family memorials.

Duration
Full day (about 8–9 hours)
Group
Private — your party only
Start
Morning pick-up from your Samarkand hotel
Meeting point
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in Samarkand
Language
English as standard; other languages on request, subject to availability
Price
On request — quoted for your party

Highlights

  • Ak-Saray, the remains of Timur's summer palace
  • Kok Gumbaz mosque and the Dorut Tilavat ensemble
  • Dorus Saodat and the tomb prepared for Timur
  • Mountain scenery on the road

Itinerary

  1. The road south

    Drive from Samarkand to Shakhrisabz — over the mountain pass when the road is open, or by the longer lowland road in winter.

  2. Ak-Saray

    The surviving pylons of Timur's "White Palace" give an idea of the scale of his ambitions.

  3. Dorut Tilavat

    The Kok Gumbaz mosque built by Ulugbek and the mausoleums around it.

  4. Dorus Saodat

    The memorial complex of Timur's family, including the crypt originally intended for Timur himself.

  5. Return to Samarkand

    Back at your hotel in the late afternoon or early evening.

Included

  • Private guide for the day
  • Private car with driver, fuel and parking
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Samarkand
  • Lunch in Shakhrisabz
  • Drinking water in the car

Not included

  • Entrance tickets
  • Extra drinks, alcohol and anything ordered beyond the set lunch
  • Tips

Good to know

  • Full-day package — guide, car and lunch are included; entrance tickets are paid on the spot (your guide helps you buy them).
  • Driving time depends on the route and season — we confirm it in your quote.
  • The Historic Centre of Shakhrisabz is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

20% deposit · free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Booking terms

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