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Bus tour around Samarkand
How it works
Hop-On Hop-Off
Hop-On Hop-Off is a circular city bus tour format where you:
- Buy a timed pass (usually 24/48 hours) instead of a single ride.
- Hop on or off at any official stop as often as you want while the ticket is valid.
- Follow a route that covers the main landmarks with a predictable circuit.
- Use an audio guide (multiple languages) and receive a map or route sheet.
- Stay independent from a guide or group—you decide where to linger.
- Rely on regular service intervals (for example, every 20–30 minutes).
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Board at any stop on the route and listen to the audio guide in your headphones.
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Get off at the places you like and hop on the next bus with the same ticket.
Route and timetable across Samarkand
Our circular line connects Samarkand’s key landmarks: mausoleums, historic squares, and architectural monuments. Start your tour at any stop.
1. Gur-e-Amir
2. Registan Square
3. Ulugh Beg Observatory
4. Khoja Daniyar Mausoleum
5. Shah-i-Zinda Complex
Tickets and prices
Pick the pass that suits you. Children under 6 ride free when accompanied by an adult.
Tourists
For guests of the capital
200 000 сум
Adult 12+
Citizens of Uzbekistan
125 000 сум
Child ticket
Ages 6–12
75 000 сум
Senior ticket
Citizens of Uzbekistan
75 000 сум
Comfort on every ride
Double-decker bus with an open-top upper deck
Audio guide RU/UZ/EN
headphones provided
Cashless payment
and online tickets
What our guests say
Stories that make you want to travel
Anna
5 August 2025Perfect format for a first look at the city: hop on, hop off, hop back on. The audio guide is clear, and we covered every key location in a single day.
Timur
2 September 2025We traveled with our child and loved being able to pause at markets and parks. Buses run often, and the top deck is pure joy.
Casey
14 October 2025Bought a 48-hour pass and never regretted it: no rush, great views, and polite staff. Excellent organization and spotless buses.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you wanted to know before the trip
The timer starts after your first boarding/scan and runs for the selected number of hours. You can hop on and off freely during this window.
Light luggage and foldable strollers are welcome. Please keep aisles clear so other passengers can move comfortably.
Our bus has both open and enclosed decks. If the weather turns bad, simply move to the lower enclosed level.
We hand out headphones when you board. Please return them to the guide or driver once you finish your journey.
Some buses on the route feature low floors and ramps. Let us know in advance so we can arrange hassle-free boarding.
Safety is our priority
A short rule list: buckle up, board in order, and stay seated on the upper deck while the bus is moving.
Seat belts
Buckle up wherever belts are provided.
Boarding in order
Take seats according to your ticket and let others board.
Kids under 6 ride free
Give every child a dedicated seat.
Arrive on time
The tour departs strictly on schedule.
Stay seated on the move
Remain in your seat whenever the bus is moving.
Snacks only at stops
Please avoid eating or drinking on board.
Keep it clean
Leave the bus tidy and use trash bags.
Questions via the guide
Do not distract the driver while the bus is moving.
Clear aisles
Keep bags and backpacks out of the aisle.
No alcohol or smoking
Smoke only at stops; alcohol is prohibited.
Handle equipment with care
Damages must be compensated.
Do not lean out
Keep your head and hands inside the bus.
Situations & safety
- Emergency braking — brace your hands and feet against the seat in front.
- Emergency situation — follow the guide’s or driver’s instructions precisely.
- Boarding/exiting — wait your turn and remain seated until directed.
- Quiet cabin — listen to the audio guide without disturbing others.
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