Samarkand-Shakhrisabz-Samarkand (Sightseeing tour duration: 6-7 hours)

09:00 Transfer to Shakhrisabz (85 km) with a driver. Drive through the Aman-Kutan Gorge and Takhta-Karacha Mountain Pass. On the way stop to take a view at Teshiktosh (Stone with hole). The film “Apachen” (1973) was shot on this location - an area that looks incredibly like the American Southwest. Short stop at the top of the mountain pass. There is a tiny market where some local dried fruits can be bought.

Arrive in Shakhrisabz. Start your self-guided walking sightseeing tour. Visit Mausoleum of Jakhongir in Dor-us Saodat Memorial Complex, remains of Ak Saray Palace and Kok Gumbaz Mosque.

13:00 Meet your driver in the car park of Kok Gumbaz Mosque. Drive back to Samarkand (we recommend having lunch at the cafe Sharshara where you can enjoy beautiful and unique mountain views).

Arrive in Samarkand. Drop off at the hotel.