Arcaded walls and the blue dome of Kok Gumbaz mosque, Dorut Tilavat ensemble, Shakhrisabz

Private tour · Shakhrisabz

Shakhrisabz Historic Centre Private Walking Tour

For travellers staying in Shakhrisabz — an unhurried walk from Timur's White Palace to the memorials of his family, through the historic centre.

Duration
Half day (about 4 hours)
Group
Private — your party only
Start
Usually from 9:00, or in the late afternoon
Meeting point
Your hotel in Shakhrisabz
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 White Palace
  • The Chorsu trading dome
  • Kok Gumbaz mosque and the Dorut Tilavat ensemble
  • Dorus Saodat and the crypt prepared for Timur

Itinerary

  1. Ak-Saray

    The giant pylons of the palace portal and the statue of Timur in the park in front of them.

  2. Through the centre

    Walk south past the old Chorsu trading dome and the bathhouse.

  3. Dorut Tilavat

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

  4. Dorus Saodat

    The mausoleum of Jahongir and the underground crypt intended for Timur.

Included

  • Private guide for about 4 hours
  • Hotel meeting in Shakhrisabz

Not included

  • Entrance tickets
  • Meals, drinks and tips

Good to know

  • Coming from Samarkand for the day? Choose our day trip with car instead.
  • Dress modestly for the mosque and mausoleums.

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