Samarkand city tour with private car

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Registan square — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Gure Emir mausoleum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Join me, Bekjon Nosirov, for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Samarkand, a city steeped in history and vibrant culture. With over three years of guiding experience and deep expertise in Uzbekistan's rich past, I promise you an experience that is both educational and exhilarating.Our adventure begins at the breathtaking Registan Square, where you'll be mesmerized by the grandeur of its ancient madrassahs. We'll delve into the history and architecture of this iconic site, setting the stage for our historical journey. Next, we'll wander through the enchanting Shah-i-Zinda necropolis, home to some of the most stunning mausoleums in the world, each adorned with intricate tilework that tells a story of its own.

At the lively Siab Bazaar, you'll immerse yourself in local life, sampling traditional delicacies and exploring the vibrant market stalls. We'll visit the imposing Bibi-Khanym Mosque, once one of the largest and most magnificent mosques in the Islamic world.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: UniqueUz Travel

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Professional Guide , Assistance 24h/7
Included: bottle of water for each person and they will taste dry fruits just for free.

Not included

Not included: All Fees and Taxes
Not included: Food and drinks Accommodation Tips for guides and drivers
Not included: We will visit 4 Mausoleum and you have to buy ticket for each place (5$per adult,under 12 year 3$)
Not included: Tips

Itinerary

Gur Emir Mausoleum

one hour Admission not included

Gur-e Amir means "Tomb of the King" in Persian. This architectural complex with its azure dome contains the tombs of Tamerlane, his sons Shah Rukh and Miran Shah and grandsons Ulugh Beg and Muhammad Sultan. Also honoured with a place in the tomb is Timur's teacher Sayyid Baraka.

The earliest part of the complex was built at the end of the 14th century by the orders of Muhammad Sultan. Now only the foundations of the madrasah and khanaka, the entrance portal and a part of one of four minarets remains.
Registan

2 hours Admission not included

The Registan (Uzbek: Регистон, Registon) was the heart of the city of Samarkand of the Timurid Empire, now in Uzbekistan. The name Rēgistan (ریگستان) means "sandy place" or "desert" in Persian.

The Registan was a public square, where people gathered to hear royal proclamations, heralded by blasts on enormous copper pipes called dzharchis — and a place of public executions. It is framed by three madrasahs (Islamic schools) of distinctive Persian architecture. The square was regarded as the hub of the Timurid Renaissance.
Bibi Khanym Mosque

40 min Admission not included

The Bibi-Khanym Mosque (Uzbek: Bibixonim masjidi; Persian: مسجد بی بی خانم; also variously spelled as Khanum, Khanom, Hanum, Hanim) is one of the most important monuments of Samarkand, Uzbekistan. In the 15th century, it was one of the largest and most magnificent mosques in the Islamic world. It is considered a masterpiece of the Timurid Renaissance. By the mid-20th century, only a grandiose ruin of it still survived, but major parts of the mosque were restored during the Soviet period.
Hazrat Khizr Mosque

Passing by

Hazrat Khizr Mosque is located in the south of the Afrasi ab settlement, opposite the famous Siab Bazaar and the Bibi Khanum Mosque. The facade of the mosque consists of a fairly high base with arched niches "aivan" (canopy), which is closed from the west "guldasta" (corner a semi-tower) with brick veneer. Top aivan completed a number of bricks laid on edge - "dandana". To the east of the mosque in the organic system includes an entrance portal - "darvazahana" with “guldasta” and beautiful carved doors. This series closes the eastern minaret.
Necropolis Shah-i-Zinda

2 hours Admission not included

A unique ensemble of ancient tombs (1370-1449 years) is located near Afrasiab settlement. It is also called "Street cemetery". Building of mosques and mausoleums of XI-XV centuries oddly stretched on both sides and their blue domes look like an elegant necklace from the top.

Shakhi Zinda is the burial place of royal persons and nobles. But the main mausoleum from which the necropolis starts seems to be the imaginary grave of Prophet Muhammad's cousin, Kusam ibn Abbas. The complex was called "Shakhi Zinda" that means in Persian "The Living King". He was one of those who preached Islam in that region. Later the Complex became an important pilgrimage centre that was revered by the people as sacred.