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Samarkand from Tashkent by High Speed Train Private One Day Tour

5.01 reviewDay trips

  • 12–13 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • 2 languages
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

An immersive experience in one of the most historical and vibrant places of Uzbekistan - Samarkand. On this tour, you’ll get to learn almost everything about Samarkand's history, visit its 6 major sights, try the delicious local cuisine and much more. Tons of scenic photos are ensured! On top of that, as a nice bonus, the transfer from Tashkent to Samarkand and back is carried out by a comfortable modern high speed train, which is a lovely experience on its own. Our guides are looking forward to meeting you and giving you loads of information!

Inclusions

What's included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Delicious lunch in a local restaurant

Itinerary

  1. In the morning, after pickup from your hotel, we’re setting off from Tashkent train station. After 2,5 hours we’re arriving in Samarkand by the high speed train Afrosiyob.

    3 hAdmission included

  2. Immerse yourself in the jaw dropping history. Here we’ll learn who was Ulugbek, when he lived and why he’s such an important figure in Uzbekistan.

    1 hAdmission included

  3. Visiting the antique mosque of tremendous sizes. Here we’ll learn a romantic love story of Bibi Khanym and her husband and how it gave life to such an amazing architectural construction.

    1 hAdmission included

  4. Educate yourself among the great scientists of Uzbekistan history. Here we are going to learn a lot about the incredible astronomy techniques of the past that fascinate even today. Lunch time in one of the local restaurants.

    1 hAdmission included

  5. Enjoy the Uzbek authenticity at the legendary local market. Here we are going to walk through numerous stalls and do a little bit of traditional shopping. Tasting and bargaining welcomed!

    1 h

  6. Visiting the magnificent ancient universities of Samarkand. Here we are going to explore this spectacular educational complex of the past and have a cup of coffee on charming ancient balconies. After such an informative and lovely day we are heading back to Tashkent by the same high speed train. Arrival at Tashkent train station. Transfer back to your hotel. End of the tour. Thank you and have a lovely evening!

    4 hAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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Know before you go

Pickup
Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Ventura Tours Central Asia
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Tashkent

  • Its from-price is 86% above the median of the 40 day trips we list in Tashkent.
  • It is longer than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 22 of 40.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Tashkent

Tashkent is the capital of Uzbekistan, an ancient Silk Road city of wide Soviet-era avenues, decorated metro stations, old madrasas and big bazaars.

Tashkent has been a trading city on the Silk Road for over two thousand years, but a major earthquake in 1966 destroyed much of it, and the modern capital was rebuilt with broad avenues, big squares and Soviet-era buildings. The old city, Eski Shahar, survives in pockets, with narrow lanes and mud-brick houses. The Khast Imam complex has madrasas and mosques, and its library holds the Uthman Quran, one of the oldest copies of the Quran.

Top-ranked sights in Tashkent: Uzbekistan State Museum of Applied Art, Broadway Alley.

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