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By Centralia Travel

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10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $11 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Explore the rich heritage of Samarkand on a 5-hour guided walking tour through its remarkable historical monuments. Visit iconic sites like Registan Square, the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, and the Bibi-Khanym Mosque, while a knowledgeable guide shares captivating stories from the Timurid period. Wander through the Shah-i-Zinda necropolis adorned with stunning mosaics and finish your journey at the vibrant Siyob Bazaar, where you can immerse yourself in local life. Perfect for history enthusiasts and culture seekers alike, this tour includes all entrance tickets, transportation.

    • 5-hour immersive walking tour of Samarkand's historical sites
    • Visit Registan Square, Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, and more
    • Expert English-speaking guide provides rich historical context
    • Includes hotel pick-up, entrance tickets, local transportation

Activity location

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

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

the tour is very cheap because you can join the group and you can have some friends around the world.

Language options: English
Price details
$11.00 x 1 Adult$11.00
Total
Price is $11.00

Private

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Private tour: this is the private tour so you can book it only for yourself or your family friends.

Language options: English
Price details
$99.00 x 1 Adult$99.00
Total
Price is $99.00

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional guide
  • Exclusions
    The entrance fees for all the attractions are payable on site only.

Know before you book

    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
At Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, travelers explore the stunning resting place of Amir Timur (Tamerlane). Admire the brilliant turquoise dome and golden interior while learning about Timur’s legacy and the Timurid dynasty. Your guide shares fascinating stories and local legends that bring this masterpiece of Silk Road architecture to life.

Registan

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
At Registan Square, travelers stand in the heart of ancient Samarkand — once the center of the Silk Road. Surrounded by three magnificent madrasahs — Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tillya-Kori — you’ll admire their dazzling mosaics and blue domes while your guide shares stories of scholars, traders, and kings who shaped this legendary square.

Bibi-Khanym Mausoleum

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
At Bibi-Khanym Mosque, travelers marvel at one of the grandest mosques of the Silk Road, built by Amir Timur for his beloved wife. Your guide will explain the mosque’s incredible history and legends as you admire its massive arch, intricate blue tiles, and the breathtaking scale that once made it one of the largest mosques in the world.

Siyob Bozor

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
At Siyob Bazaar, travelers dive into Samarkand’s everyday life — a vibrant market filled with fresh fruits, nuts, spices, and sweets. Walk through colorful stalls, meet friendly local vendors, and experience the authentic flavors and atmosphere of Uzbekistan’s culture.

Shah-i-Zinda necropolis

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
At Shah-i-Zinda, travelers walk through a breathtaking avenue of mausoleums covered in blue and turquoise tiles. This sacred necropolis holds the tombs of nobles and saints from the Timurid era. Your guide will share stories of faith, art, and legend as you explore one of Samarkand’s most spiritual and photogenic sites.

Location

Activity location

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