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A grand mosque with intricate architecture and domes, set against a twilight sky. 1
A detailed, ornate ceiling with a central circular design and radiating patterns. 2
A historic building with a dome and two towers, surrounded by a park and modern structures. 3
A medieval battle scene with knights on horseback, a white horse in the center, and a large army in the background. 4
A historic building with domed roofs and a tall minaret. 5
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Price is €16 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Hello !
    We are a team of professional guides in the ancient and beautiful city of Samarkand.

    Itinerary:
    The Gur-Emir Mausoleum is the burial place of Tamerlane and his descendants. You will hear related facts and legends.

    Registan Square is a visiting card of Samarkand. I will tell you about the magnificent mosques and madrasahs located in it.

    Bibi-Khanum Cathedral Mosque - You will admire its sky-blue dome and arch the size of the Milky Way.

    Hazrat Khizr Mosque was reconstructed in the 19th century, replacing the one destroyed in the 13th century. The original mosque on this site dates back to the 8th century.

    The memorial complex Shakhi-Zinda is one of the mysterious architectural monuments of Samarkand. It is believed that this is where the grave of Kusam ibn Abbas, an associate of the Prophet Muhammad himself, is located.

    Let’s discover our beautiful cities together!

    Important Note:
    The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.

Activity location

  • Gur Emir Mausoleum
    • Oksaroi St. 1,
    • 140164, Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex
    • 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard Бўстонсарой кўчаси
    • Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan

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A City Tour Of Samarkand

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • Russian

A Group Walking Tour: In Russian Language

Let’s discover our beautiful destinations together with a group!
Duration: 4 hours
Main destinations: - Gur Emir Mausoleum

  • Registan Square
  • Bibi Khanym Mosque
  • Hazrat Khizr Mosque
  • Shah-i-Zinda
Language options: Russian
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€15.50 x 1 Adult€15.50
Total
Price is €15.50

A City Tour Of Samarkand: The Pearl Of The East

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

A Group Walking Tour : In English Language

Let’s discover our beautiful destinations together with a group!
Duration: 4 hours
Main destination:: - Gur Emir Mausoleum

  • Registan Square
  • Bibi Khanym Mosque
  • Hazrat Khizr Mosque
  • Shah-i-Zinda Comlex
Language options: English
Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€15.50 x 1 Adult€15.50
Total
Price is €15.50

Samarkand Private Walking Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Duration: 7 hours: The walking tour can be finished earlier or later consist of your interest.
Dear Guests : This private tour programme will take you to all the main sights of Samarkand city.
A Professional Guide Service: You can, consist of your interest, add or cut any destinations of our beautiful city.

Starting time: 14:00
Price details
€55.97 x 1 Adult€55.97
Total
Price is €55.97

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Walking Tour
  • Inclusions
    Guide service
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fee to the monuments cost 6 $

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Difficulty level of this excursion: medium. Only walking ability is required.
    • Not recommended for travellers with serious problem of legs.
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Gur Emir Mausoleum

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Amir Timur and his beloved grandchildren Muhammad Sultan, Ulugbek and other family members are buried here. I will tell you about the architectural solutions of this place, about the affairs and fate of Timur and about the interior decoration of the tomb - I’m sure you will be captivated by the “starry sky”! We will see from inside!

Registan

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
In the 15th-17th centuries it was the educational and spiritual centre of the city. You will examine in detail the madrassas located on it: Ulugbek, Sherdor and Tallyakari. And I will share the features of the brilliant architecture of the Timurid era. You will imagine the times when these buildings served as religious schools and scientific centers, “read” the plots of the facades and simply enjoy the beauty of the complex. We will see from outside!

Bibi Khanym Mosque

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
Here we will talk about Amir Tamer again. He dreamed of building the best mosque in the world - inside you will learn more about this and discover ancient legends. We will see from outside!

Hazrat Khizr Mosque

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Hazrat Khizr Mosque was reconstructed in the 19th century, replacing the one destroyed in the 13th century. The original mosque on this site dates back to the 8th century and this Mosque was built on the site of a Zoroastrian temple. We will see from inside!

Shah-i-Zinda

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
The memorial complex Shakhi-Zinda is one of the mysterious architectural monuments of Samarkand. It is believed that this is where the grave of Kusam ibn Abbas, an associate of the Prophet Muhammad himself, is located. We will see from outside!

Location

Activity location

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    Gur Emir Mausoleum
    • Oksaroi St. 1,
    • 140164, Samarkand, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex
    • 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard Бўстонсарой кўчаси
    • Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan

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