Embark on a professional guided tour of Samarkand, including a visit to a paper factory. Experience a day filled with adventure, history, and cultural exploration in this one-day trip.
Embark on a professional guided tour of Samarkand, including a visit to a paper factory. Experience a day filled with adventure, history, and cultural exploration in this one-day trip.
- Chorsu Bazaar - The largest and oldest bazaar for national street food. Offers fresh bread, fruits, vegetables, and a variety of dried fruits and nuts.
- Besh Qozon Osh Markazi - The largest pilaf center in Uzbekistan. Experience the cooking process.
- Amir Temur Square - Stroll through the main square to learn about the political, social…
- Chorsu Bazaar - The largest and oldest bazaar for national street food. Offers fresh bread, fruits, vegetables, and a variety of dried fruits and nuts.
- Besh Qozon Osh Markazi - The largest pilaf center in Uzbekistan. Experience the cooking process.
- Amir Temur Square - Stroll through the main square to learn about the political, social life, and history from ancient to modern times.
- Metro Tashkent - Discover 4-5 of the most beautiful stations and the concepts behind them.
- State Museum “In Memory of the Victims of Repression” - Explore the park to gain insight into the period of Russian repression.
- Independence Square (Mustakillik Square) - Known as Mustaqillik Maydoni, this central square in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, symbolizes the country’s independence. It features monuments, fountains, and government buildings, making it a popular gathering spot and a notable tourist attraction.
- Registan - Visit the three main buildings of Registan Square to appreciate the art, culture, and architecture, as well as the ancient educational system.
- Bibi Khanym Mosque - According to legend, this mosque was built by Tamerlane’s favorite wife, Bibi-Khanym, in honor of his return from India.
- Gur Emir Mausoleum - Gur-e-Amir, also known as Gur-e-Emir, is a mausoleum in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, housing the tombs of Timur (Tamerlane) and his family. The name means “tomb of the king” or “Emir’s tomb.” It’s a significant example of medieval Central Asian architecture and a precursor to later Mughal-style tombs.
- Ulugh Beg Observatory - Located in modern-day Samarkand, Uzbekistan, this observatory was built in the 1420s by the Timurid astronomer Ulugh Beg. It represents the last of its kind from the Islamic Medieval period.
- Shah-i-Zinda - This unique ensemble of ancient tombs (1370-1449) is near the Afrasiab settlement. Also known as the “Street Cemetery,” the mosques and mausoleums from the 11th to 15th centuries are beautifully aligned, with their blue domes resembling an elegant necklace from above.

- Subway
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Taxi
- Tour Guide
- Subway
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Taxi
- Tour Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- All Fees and Taxes
Complimentary airport transfers may be available based on flight schedules.
A two-day excursion to Tashkent and Samarkand provides a delightful mix of the contemporary and the historical.
Day 1 - Tashkent:
Begin your day by exploring Chorsu Bazaar, where you can find local crafts and enjoy street food. Visit Independence Square and Amir Timur Square…
Complimentary airport transfers may be available based on flight schedules.
A two-day excursion to Tashkent and Samarkand provides a delightful mix of the contemporary and the historical.
Day 1 - Tashkent:
Begin your day by exploring Chorsu Bazaar, where you can find local crafts and enjoy street food. Visit Independence Square and Amir Timur Square to appreciate modern Uzbek architecture and history. Savor delicious Uzbek soups for lunch. Relish a traditional Uzbek dinner at the renowned Pilaf Center. Capture stunning photos of Tashkent’s subway stations. Visit the TV Tower and the Park dedicated to the victims of repression.
Day 2 - Samarkand:
Depart early for Samarkand, either by high-speed train or car. Explore the magnificent Registan Square, visit the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the resting place of Tamerlane, and discover the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis along with the impressive Bibi-Khanym Mosque. Return to Tashkent in the evening or opt to stay overnight.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.