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Samarkand Private Guided Tour (options avail)

By Olimjon Tolipov
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 131 and current price is RM 115 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

Explore the soul of Samarkand in one unforgettable day. Visit iconic landmarks, hear hidden legends, and dive deep into the city’s culture with a knowledgeable and passionate local guide.

Activity location
  • Gur Emir Mausoleum
    • Oksaroi St. 1,
    • 140164, Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Amir Temur Monument
    • Amir Temur Haykali Universitet xiyoboni
    • Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan

Check availability


Walking tour
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Duration: 4 hours: the tour will last around 3-5 hours according to the situation .
Only tourguide included

Language options: English
Price details
RM 130.25
RM 114.62 x 1 AdultRM 114.62

Total
The previous price was RM 130.25 and current price is RM 114.62
12% off
Samarkand city private tour.
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Duration: 5 hours
transport+tourguide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
RM 157.88 x 2 AdultsRM 315.76

Total
Price is RM 315.76
Samarkand city private tour
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Duration: 5 hours
transport+tourguide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
RM 296.02 x 1 AdultRM 296.02

Total
Price is RM 296.02
All inclusive (no lunch)
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Duration: 5 hours
entrance fee + transport+guide
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
RM 394.70 x 1 AdultRM 394.70

Total
Price is RM 394.70
All inclusive + lunch
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Duration: 5 hours
Traditional food of Samarkand
Transport
entrance fee + tourguide+lunch
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
RM 532.85 x 1 AdultRM 532.85

Total
Price is RM 532.85

What's included, what's not

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    Best spots to take pictures
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    Traditional food of Samarkand(if option selected)
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    a bottle of water for each person
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    Professional local tour guide
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    (if option selected)
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    Hotel pick up and drop off
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    Parking Fees
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    Private transportation during the tour is included
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    Tipping
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    Personal items

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Gur Emir Mausoleum
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Travelers will explore the stunning Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum, the final resting place of the great conqueror Amir Timur (Tamerlane). Inside, they’ll admire the richly decorated golden dome, intricate tilework, and sacred atmosphere. Our guide will explain the fascinating history, legends, and architecture of this royal tomb, including Timur’s mysterious burial and his lasting legacy.
Registan
  • 2h
  • Admission ticket not included
Travelers will visit the breathtaking Registan Square, the iconic heart of ancient Samarkand. Surrounded by three majestic madrasahs—Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tilya-Kori—they will admire stunning Islamic architecture, golden ceilings, and intricate tilework. Our guide will share stories of scholars, sultans, and the Silk Road, bringing the square’s rich history to life through engaging storytelling and insider knowledge.
Bibi-Khanym Mausoleum
  • 25m
  • Admission ticket not included
Travelers will explore the grand Bibi-Khanym Mosque, once one of the largest mosques in the Islamic world. Built by Amir Timur for his beloved queen, this architectural masterpiece features towering minarets, a majestic dome, and beautifully carved marble details. Our guide will explain the romantic legend behind its name and highlight the mosque’s role in Samarkand’s imperial past.
Siab Bazaar
  • 1h
Travelers will experience the vibrant atmosphere of Siab Bazaar, the oldest and busiest market in Samarkand. They’ll stroll through colorful stalls filled with fresh fruits, nuts, spices, and traditional Uzbek bread. Our guide will introduce local products, help with tastings, and explain the bazaar’s cultural importance as a hub of Silk Road trade and daily life.
Shah-i-Zinda necropolis
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Travelers will walk through the sacred and breathtaking Shakhi Zinda necropolis, a stunning avenue of turquoise-tiled mausoleums. This holy site is known as the “living king” complex and contains the tombs of royals, scholars, and saints. Our guide will share the powerful spiritual stories and architectural details of each mausoleum, including the legend of Qusam ibn Abbas, a cousin of the Prophet Muhammad, said to be buried here.

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 Monument
    • Amir Temur Haykali Universitet xiyoboni
    • Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan

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