D 1: Tashkent – Samarkand (L,D)
Transfer from hotel"XXXX" in Tashkent to the railway Station at 07:45. Departure to Samarkand with high-speed train "Afrosiyob" at 08:30 Samarkand is the second largest city of Uzbekistan and is of the same age as Rome, Athens and Babylon- The age of Samarkand is more than 2700 years. Europeans called it the “The Land of Scientists”. A majestic and beautiful city, Samarkand is the city of legends. When Alexander the Great first time saw Samarkand, he said “ All that I heard about the beauty of Samarkand is true, but Samarkand is more beautiful than I imagined”.
Arrival in Samarkand at 10:00.
Meeting at the station.
Sightseeing tour:
Gur-Emir Mausoleum - the burial place of the Great Amir Temur and his dynasty (XIV-XV c.). .
Registan Square - the main square of Samarkand. It consists of Madrassah Ulugbek (XV c.), Madrassah Sherdor (XVII c.) and Madrassah Tilla Kori) (XVII c.).
Bibi Khanum mosque - was named for the honour of the eldest wife of Great Timur (XIV c.).
Siyob bazaar - taste the best breads and fruits of Samarkand
Lunch at local restaurant.
Shahi-Zinda necropolis - taste the best breads and fruits of Samarkand.
Ulugbek observatory - The biggest observatory was built by Ulugbek (XVc.).
Dinner with Uzbek family. During the dinner you will observe the pocess of preparing of Uzbek national dish "Plov"
overnight in Samarkand.
D 2: Samarkand - Shakhrisabz - Samarkand - Tashkent (B,L)
In the morning at 08:00 drive to Shakhrisabz (1.5hrs). You will go through the pass "Takhtakaracha" (1670 m)
On the road you can wath the scenery of the mountains of Shakhrisabz.Today this wonderful city is known as a native of Amir Temur (Tamerlane). He was born in the neighboring village of Hodja-Ilgar. Becoming the ruler, he turned Shakhrisabz into his summer residence. By the way, at that time Kesh was renamed to Shakhrisabz, which means “Green city"
Arrival in Shakhrisabz.
Sightseeing tour of Shakhrisabz
Ak-Saray Palace - summer residence of Great Timur (XIV-XV c.).
Mausoleum of Jakhongir and Omar-Shaykh - eldests and dearests sons of Great Timur (XIV c.), Mausoleum of Dorut-Tilovat where conqueror Tamerlane’s father and his spiritual tutor are buried.
Amir Timur's (Tamerlane's) tomb discovered in 1943, when a child playing football fell through the ground.
Kok-Gumbaz mosque - was built by Ulugbek from the name of his father Shakhruh (XV c.).
Lunch.
After lunch drive to Samarkand. On our way back we will visit old carpet weaving workshop.
Arrival in Samarkand at 16:00-16:30 to the train station. The train departs for Tashkent at 17:00 and arrives in Tashkent at 19:30. Transfer to the hotel"XXXX" in Tashkent
Tour Information
Key Details
- Mobile Voucher Accepted
- Hotel pickup Available
- Free Cancellation
- Duration: 2 Days
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Language:
English
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Departure Time :
7:00 AM
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Departure Details :
Traveler pickup is offered
We will inform you 2 days before (we will wait at the hotel or airport with your name)
Airports
Tashkent International Airport, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Return Details :
Hotel "XX" in Tashkent
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Cancellation Policy :
- If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
- Tours booked using discount coupon codes will be non refundable.
Overview
Samarkand and Shakhrisabz two important cities of the period of Timurs (Tamerlanes) empire. Samarkand was a capital of Timur's empire and Shakrisabz his native town and summer residence. During this short but interesting trip you will visit two beloved cities of Timur.Highlights
Cycle the city streets to absorb the local atmosphere
Enjoy a romantic night including dinner
Explore the local streets on a walking tour of the city
Flexibility to customize your itinerary to your own preferences
See the sights illuminated at night
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Inclusions
Overnight accommodation
Afternoon tea
Bottled water
Dinner
Lunch - 2-course lunch
Professional guide
Hotel pickup
Hotel drop-off
Exclusions
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Drinks
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Dress code is smart casual