Samarkand city history, architecture and the culture tour (standard)
Overview
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
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Stop At: Gur Emir Mausoleum, Oksaroi St. 1, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
See the magnificent mausoleum of Amir Temur. The entrance portal and the interior decoration are the highest points of the architectural development in Central Asia. Take great photos and explore the interior and the surrounding areas of Gur-Emir mausoleum.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Registan St регистан, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
The heart of Samarkand, "the pearl of the orient" are the names of this magic place in Samarkand - Registan. We will explore the courtyards and the interiors of each madrasah. Great for photography.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Shah-i-Zinda, Samarkand Uzbekistan
The necropolis which means "dead city" is located in the hills of the ancient city Afrosiab - first settlement of Samarkand. This place is considered to be the workshop of the local architects and the craftsmen which is why it is a "gem of Samarkand". We will see many mausoleums of Timurids family and the unique architectural style of each building.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Bibi Khanym Mosque, Guzarskiy Lane, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan
The gigantic mosque built by Amir Temur is standing now near the oldest bazaars in the city - Siab bazar or market. The size of the building is impressive and is one of the biggest in Central Asia at that time. We will explore the interior courtyard and the two small mosques on the sides and the main mosque in the middle.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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We know Fayoz does this for a living, every day. Yet, it's impossible not to feel like you're being shown around by a friend who loves his home city. Fayoz took our input at every step and provided a perfect mixture or historical facts and spectacular stories. He managed to fit into just one day ...
We know Fayoz does this for a living, every day. Yet, it's impossible not to feel like you're being shown around by a friend who loves his home city. Fayoz took our input at every step and provided a perfect mixture or historical facts and spectacular stories. He managed to fit into just one day the sense that you really got to see a wonderful historical city. He's also a great companion during a meal. Strongly recommended!Molto interessante e spettacolare soprattutto se la vedete di sera illuminata. Complesso architettonico formato da tre madrasse più o meno del 1400,quelle precedenti sono state distrutte da gengis Khan. All interno negozietti di.stoffe sete e souvenir
Molto interessante e spettacolare soprattutto se la vedete di sera illuminata. Complesso architettonico formato da tre madrasse più o meno del 1400,quelle precedenti sono state distrutte da gengis Khan. All interno negozietti di.stoffe sete e souvenirLoved the tour! Samarkand was amazing, but what made a big difference was my guide, Fayyaz. He was great, very pleasant and knowledgeable, and made me feel like a friend. Superb experience all around!
Loved the tour! Samarkand was amazing, but what made a big difference was my guide, Fayyaz. He was great, very pleasant and knowledgeable, and made me feel like a friend. Superb experience all around!Odi, the guide was so knowledgeable and witty. Cool experience to be guided by him. Definitely need a guide for a tour!
Odi, the guide was so knowledgeable and witty. Cool experience to be guided by him. Definitely need a guide for a tour!Our guide was extremely nice and knowledgeable. He brought us around the different attractions and explained in detail the history of everything. These were all done despite the fact that it was raining heavily. He still patiently brought us around with an umbrella and never left out anything. ...
Our guide was extremely nice and knowledgeable. He brought us around the different attractions and explained in detail the history of everything. These were all done despite the fact that it was raining heavily. He still patiently brought us around with an umbrella and never left out anything. Great and would definitely recommend!Amazing tour of Samarkand with Umid Toshpulatov, a professional and knowledgeable guide! Thank you to you for this beautiful and unforgettable day!! Everything was perfect! Thank you Umid and thank you to the driver as well!!!!
Amazing tour of Samarkand with Umid Toshpulatov, a professional and knowledgeable guide! Thank you to you for this beautiful and unforgettable day!! Everything was perfect! Thank you Umid and thank you to the driver as well!!!!