Shahrisabz Private Excursion From Samarkand: A Visit to Amir Timur's Hometown and Historic Sites

Embark on a private excursion from Samarkand to Shahrisabz, the hometown of Amir Timur. Explore historic sites, including the Ak Saray palace and the Dorus Saodat and Dorut Tilavat complexes. Immerse yourself in centuries-old national applied arts and enjoy a short trekking adventure or a stroll through the local colorful bazaar.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Shahrisabz - Travel through the scenic Takhat-Karacha mountain pass with three photo stops to capture the stunning views.
  • Dorus-Saodat Mausoleum - This expansive complex served as the burial site for the ruling family and included a prayer hall, mosque, and accommodations for the religious community and pilgrims. The main facade was adorned…
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Experienced local guide
  • Other
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • photo & video Museum charge to be paid cash at entrance $1-2/sight
  • Entrance fees - to be paid on spot 10$/per pax for all objects
Additional Information

Take a single-day journey to the birthplace of Amir Timur - Shahrisabz, also known as the green city. Enjoy a 90-minute scenic drive through a mountain road adorned with quaint villages. Upon arrival, explore the ruins of the immense Ak Saray (white palace), the Dorus Saodat Complex, Dorut Tilavat Complex, and the ancient Kok Gumbaz Mosque. Also, get to…

Location
Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex
Бўстонсарой кўчаси
Guide meet you at entrance with Name shield
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Magdalena_z
Oct 28, 2025
Our driver Farid was so... - Our driver Farid was so accommodating and kind. He didn’t speak English, but we used google translate and had a great time learning from each other. He took us to the absolute best lunch spot called Katta Tosh Tabdir with the most wonderful lamb we have ever had. He also took us to a gorgeous hiking spot upon request after the Shahrisabz tour. Our guide in Shahrisabz, Ms. Firuza was so kind and taught us everything there was to know about the history of the palace, mausoleums, mosques, and everything else we encountered in the city. Overall a fabulous experience and just great people all along the way!
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Samantha_f
Oct 13, 2025
Day trip to Shahrisabz. - This is a great trip and both the Driver and the Tour Guide at Shahrisabz were fab!. I recommend this.
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Pollok1
Oct 5, 2025
Uzbekistan Tour. - Excellent day tour with driver and local guide and 2 students who were learning English. Small town but guide covered everything about the town including Amir Temur. Very green garden town very unusual in Uzbekistan with all the mountains in the background. Would definitely recommend this tour for anyone travelling from Samarkand.
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Christopher_p
Sep 26, 2025
Uzbekistan tour - Excellent tour of this small town. With its Mosques and Mausoleums. A garden city with its greenery. Tour guide was excellent with her local knowledge and her 2 assistant students.
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Gianmaria_g
Aug 7, 2025
Firuza was one of the... - Firuza was one of our best guides in Uzbekistan. Very high preparation and competence on many aspects, not only historical-cultural. And with impeccable English. Thank you ❤️
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Catherine_b
Jun 22, 2025
Great day trip to... - Great day trip to Shakhrisabz from Samarkand. Informative guide and a fab optional lunch stop on the way back, including being shown the outdoor kitchen where the lamb was being prepared and tandoori cooked
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Jacob_z
May 21, 2025
Historic day trip from Samarkand - Feruza is a great guide and she is well versed on the history of Shahrisabz! She is kind and also has strong English. The site itself was cool to see if you’re looking for a day trip from Samarkand and are interested in learning more about Amir Timur. Zafar was also a kind driver and very patient, would recommend this excursion if you’re interested in history!
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Longyi_h
Sep 19, 2024
Lovely town, great tour guide - I really enjoyed this tour. Amir, the tour operator, sent me the itinerary of the tour beforehand so I knew what to expect. He also contacted me after the tour to ask for feedback, which I really appreciated. The drive to Shahrisabz is very safe thanks to the driver Timur. We drove past some impressive mountain range, where I witnessed the lives of local Uzbek people. In Shahrisabz, I met up with my local guide Firuza who spoke fluent English and was very familiar with the history of her country. We had a fun time at the bazaar, where I tried out local snacks. Shahrisabz is a quaint little town with lovely locals. I would recommend this tour to everyone who is in Samarkand and who would like to see what authentic Uzbek life is like.
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Lucah928
Sep 22, 2025
Recommended Day Excursion - It is worthwile to visit Sharishabz with a guide. The interaction before the trip was proactive and transparent. Damir was a very safe driver, the car was comfortable and very clean. Our guide Max was very knowledgeable and spoke excellent english. I recommend to start the tour early to beat all the other tourist groups. Lunch (optional / not included in price) was eaten on the mountain pass - the food was rather mediocre and pricey.
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Peter_r
Aug 26, 2025
If everything had worked out, surely an interesting tour - We've obviously been forgotten. We were only picked up from the hotel after several WhatsApp over an hour late. The tour with a tour guide who barely spoke German - she had obviously memorized her text well, but could not answer any questions - was then completed very quickly.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).