Samarkand Guided Tour, Samarkand - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Samarkand Guided Tour
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 24.00 USD
Rating: 8.5 (13 reviews)

Our tour was very interesting and comprehensive. Our excellent guide, Shodiyor, enlightened us on the history and tradit...

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Registan Square, the great Bibi-Khanym Mosque, the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum... On this guided tour, we'll take you to discover the must-see sights of Samarkand. You'll fall completely in love with the city!

Details

Duration

5 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide

Not included

Admission to the Shahi Zindah necropolis: 4USD per person
Food and drinks

When to book

You can book up to 3 hours in advance if there are any seats left. Book now and guarantee your spot.

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible. Accessible toilets.

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum

Where does the activity end?

Registan Square

Reviews of our customers

8.5

Excellent 112 Travelers·13 reviews

August 18, 2026
Emanuela
Milano, Italy
Our tour was very interesting and comprehensive. Our excellent guide, Shodiyor, enlightened us on the history and traditions of Uzbekistan, enriching ...
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August 13, 2026
Ccanoperez Cano Perez
Spain
The guide was lovely.
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May 4, 2026
Nerea Nogal Blazquez
Spain
The guide was excellent, he tailored the tour to our needs and we were delighted with him
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April 27, 2026
Juan Ramon Cuesta Alvarez
Leon, Spain
Perfect. The guide was excellent. The communication was perfect. A great guide.
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March 24, 2026
Laura
Spain
The tour was excellent from beginning to end. Our guide, Husan, provided detailed explanations, and the sites we visited were fantastic. A great way t...
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January 19, 2026
Marta
La Laguna,tenerife, Spain
The activity has been great. Samarkand is a beautiful place and worthy of admiration. Khusan the guide has a lot of knowledge, he is very kind and fri...
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November 30, 2025
Maria Dolores Romero Gabaldon
Madrid, Spain
Josan's guided tour was excellent. Highly recommended.
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November 26, 2025
Carlos Javier
Spain
We loved the visit and our guide, Houssan, spoke Spanish very well and explained the history of Samarkand and its main monuments.
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Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the entrance to one of Samarkand's major tourist attractions: the Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum. Are you ready to discover one of the most beautiful and important cities in Uzbekistan?

You'll undoubtedly be captivated by this majestic mausoleum, a jewel of Arabic architecture that houses the tomb of the Asian conqueror Tamerlane. We'll travel back in time to learn about the controversial history of this figure and reveal the secrets behind the construction of this building.

Afterwards, we'll walk to Registan Square, where we'll find three madrasas or Islamic schools: Ulugbhek, Sherdor and Tilla Kori. The square is located in the heart of Samarkand and is one of the most photographed spots in the city.

Next, we'll stop at a café so that, if you wish, you can enjoy some sweets or tea. Afterwards, we'll visit the great Bibi-Khanym Mosque, an impressive 14th-century temple that perfectly reflects the importance of Samarkand on the legendary Silk Road. Did you know that it's the largest mosque in Central Asia?

Near the Bibi-Khanym Mosque is the Shahi Zindah necropolis, a World Heritage Site whose iconic blue domes will completely capture your attention. This necropolis also has a mysterious history that we'll reveal to you there.

Finally, we'll visit the Ulugh Beg Observatory, one of the most important astronomical observatories in the Muslim world. It was built in 1420! We'll learn about the discoveries that were made about the stars, as well as the students who studied at this centre.

Finally, after 5 hours, we'll say our goodbyes in the central Registan Square.

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Tour Details

Finally, after 5 hours, we'll say our goodbyes in the central Registan Square.

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