Private Tour
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
Avoid the hassle of renting a car to see a beautiful landscape and historical monuments beyond Samarkand with help from 7 hours a day tour which includes transport from Samarkand, local guide in Shakhrisabz and entrance tickets to the monuments.
Beyond Samarkand, the road to the south, through Zarafshan Range, a Pamiri spur, towards the Takhtakaracha Pass. Along this major Silk Road branch marched the armies of the Greats, Alexander and Amir Temur, en route to India. In 1395 Amir Temur ordered a palace and garden built here, between his imperial capital and his birthplace Shakhrisabz, 90 kilometers south. The road passes through villages, resting in the shade of white acacias, Persian walnut, pine and plane trees. The peak of the pass is more than 1620 meters in elevation and in a clear day after the peak of the pass there is a spot of fine panorama of the town Kitob of Kashkadarya province.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Total duration of the tour is 7 hours which includes driving to Shakhrisabz and back, also lunch time.
On this tour you visit architectural marvels which have a rich history and important religious sites. It’s recommended to follow a specific dress code when visiting these iconic landmarks. Both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Avoid wearing tight, revealing, or transparent clothing. Women should cover their hair with a headscarf or shawl when they enter to holy places.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Entrance tickets to the monuments
Air-conditioned vehicle
English speaking local guide in Shakhrisabz
Lunch
Photo and video charges 5 usd (for photography cameras. It is free if travelers use phone cameras)
Gratuities
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Tahtakaracha Pass
Beyond Samarkand, the road to the south, through Zarafshan Range, a Pamiri spur, towards the Takhtakaracha Pass. Along this major Silk Road branch marched the armies of the Greats, Alexander and Amir Temur, en route to India. Photo stop to capture unusual shape of stones and snow capped mountains (one can see snow from November to March).
Tahtakaracha Pass
You stop on top of Takhtakaracha Pass take picture of local market (the peak of the pass is more than 1620 meters in elevation).
Pickup included
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Heather P,
Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
It is a two hour drive to the historical site and along the way you stop for some phot opportunities. Our driver was excellent - very safe! If you get car sick, be warned the road gets windy! Our guide Luna was very knowledgeable. On the way back we stopped for lunch on the mountain road but not until like 3pm so bring snacks.
Florika K,
Aug 5, 2024
- Review from Viator
The mountains were magnificent and Temur's palace grounds were outstanding. The guide told us interesting facts about the history, which was also exciting.
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