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Samarkand: Private City Tour with Guide and Transportation

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• Mobile ticket • English language

Overview

Discover the wonders of Samarkand on a guided city tour with comfortable transportation. Visit iconic sites like Registan Square, Gur-Emir Mausoleum, and Bibi-Khanym Mosque with a professional local guide. Book your unforgettable Samarkand experience today!

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What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Professional Guide

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • Museum Admission Fees

Meeting & Pickup

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Itinerary

Stop 1

Gur-Emir Mausoleum ("The Grave of Emir") is a majestic 15th-century mausoleum in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. It is the final resting place of the great conqueror Amir Timur (Tamerlane), as well as his sons and grandsons, including Ulugh Beg, the famous astronomer.

30 minutes •

Stop 2

Registan Square was the heart of ancient Samarkand for centuries, serving as the main public square for royal proclamations, celebrations, and trade. This iconic site is a masterpiece of Islamic architecture and consists of three grand madrasahs

1h 30m •

Stop 3

Bibi-Khanym Mosque (15th century) is one of the most impressive historical monuments in Samarkand and was once the largest mosque in Central Asia. Commissioned by Amir Timur (Tamerlane) after his victorious campaign in India, it was built to showcase the power and grandeur of his empire.

30 minutes •

Stop 4

Siab Bazaar (also spelled Syob Bazaar) is the largest and oldest market in Samarkand, located right next to the Bibi-Khanym Mosque.

20 minutes •

Stop 5

Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis is one of the most sacred and visually stunning sites in Samarkand, featuring a complex of over twenty richly decorated mausoleums. Dating from the 11th to 15th centuries, this site is unique in Central Asia for its concentration of beautifully tiled tombs and intricate architectural styles.

1 hours •

Stop 6

Ulugbek Observatory is an outstanding 15th-century scientific monument built by Ulugh Beg, the great astronomer, mathematician, and ruler of Samarkand.

1 hours •

Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Admission ticket is included upon purchased (please check the option)

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