Samarkand City Private Guided Tour & transport & paper factory

5.0 (72 reviews) 5–6 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Olimjon Tour Guide

Ages: Children (4–16 years) · Adults (18–70 years)

What is included

Included

Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: (If option selected)
Included: Lunch: Traditional food of Samarkand(if option selected)
Included: Private transportation: (If option selected)
Included: Hotel pick up and drop off(if option selected)
Included: Bottled water: a bottle of water for each person
Included: Professional local tour guide
Included: Entrance fees: (if option selected)
Included: Best spots to take pictures
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Tipping
Not included: Personal items

Itinerary

Gur Emir Mausoleum

45 min Admission 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

2 hours Admission 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

25 min Admission 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

one hour

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.
Stop 5

one hour Admission 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.
Stop 6

30 min Admission not included

Travelers will explore a small village of Konigil which is popular for making silk paper which is made of mulberry tree

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

The statue of Temur which is located in the beginning of the University Boulevard st

End point

The last location on our tour program

Pickup points

AD Bellagio
Astoria Plaza Hotel
Tillokori Plaza
Siab Boutique Hotel
Amira Boutique
Hotel Shaboda
Century Registan
Dilfuz Famely Guest House
Shaxlo & Ali Hotel
Grand Silk Road
Grand Plaza Hotel Samarkand
Continental Hotel

and 383 more pickup points

I can pick up my traveler from any place . The only thing required is to contact me via WhatsApp : +998999272211

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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

Options

All inclusive + lunch

Duration: 5 hours

Traditional food of Samarkand

Transport

entrance fee + tourguide+lunch

Pickup included
Samarkand city private tour..

Duration: 5 hours

transport+tourguide

Pickup included
All inclusive (no lunch)

Duration: 5 hours

entrance fee + transport+guide

Pickup included
Samarkand city private tour(1)

Duration: 5 hours

Still water per person

transport+tourguide

Pickup included
Private tour premium car

Pickup included