Samarkand Private Sightseeing Tour

Overview

On this day trip you see the most the city has to offer and explore new areas and hear all about ancient history from your local guide. Go at your own pace on this private tour. Feel free to customize this tour based on the interests of your private group.

Itinerary

1. Observatoire astronomique d’Oulough Bek

   The Ulugbek Observatory, built by Amir Temur’s grandson astronomer-king Ulugbek in XV century.

   · 40 min· Admission included

2. Monuments de Shahr-i-Zindar

   The complex Shahi Zinda (“alive king” in Uzbek) from XII-XX centuries. Burial place of royal persons and nobles. One of the most spiritual place in Uzbekistan.

   · 50 min· Admission included

3. Mosquée Bibi-Khanym

   Bibi Hanim mosque XV century. The mosque was built in honour of Temur’s chief wife, Saray Mulk Khanum.

   · 40 min· Admission included

4. Local Siab market (“black river” in Uzbek)— (optional on the interests of your private group. Closed on Monday)

   · 40 min

5. Gur-Amir mausoleum (“the tomb of the king” in Uzbek) from XV century.

   · 40 min· Admission included

6. Régistan

   Registan square (“sandy place” in Uzbek) from XV-XVII centuries. A spectacular architectural ensembles, with fantastic Islamic designs and calligraphy etched into the facades of its mosques and madrassahs.

   · 1 h· Admission included

Pickup

Pickup or meet at the departure point.

Tour starts at 09:00 (starting time can be changed by request) from your hotel / airport / railway station in Samarkand. (Please contact us to let us know the exact pickup location for the tour)

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Total duration of the tour is 7 hours which includes driving from one sightseeing place into other which takes 10-15 minutes each and lunch time. On this tour you visit architectural marvels which have a rich history and important religious sites. It’s recommended to follow a specific dress code when visiting these iconic landmarks. Both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Avoid wearing tight, revealing, or transparent clothing. Women should cover their hair with a headscarf or shawl when they enter to holy places.
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

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