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Duration
daily
Max Group Size
4
Departure Type
Guaranteed
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
moderate
Operated In
English, Russian, French, German, Spanish, Italian
Tour Overview
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the mysterious ancient Samarkand, where every street and every ancient building keep their secrets. This author's tour is designed for those who want to see the city not through the prism of standard routes, but to reveal its most hidden corners and unique stories.
Highlights
Itinerary
- Start of the tour
Meeting with the guide at the hotel, train station / at the specified point.
A brief overview of the history of Samarkand.
- Gur-Emir Mausoleum
Tomb of Tamerlane and his dynasty.
Secrets of the burial of the great conqueror.
- Registan Square
Ulugbek, Sher-Dor and Tillya-Kari Madrasahs.
The history of the main square of Central Asia.
Architectural features and their sacred significance.
- Bibi Khanim Mosque
Legends about the construction of the mosque.
Influence on the Islamic architecture of Central Asia.
- Siab Bazaar
Tasting of local sweets, nuts and dried fruits.
Time to buy souvenirs.
- Lunch in a traditional teahouse
Uzbek cuisine: pilaf, kebabs, samsa, lagman.
- Shahi Zinda Necropolis
A unique ensemble of mausoleums.
The history of the holy places and the legends of the Timurid dynasty.
- Ulugbek Observatory
The history of the first astronomical center of Central Asia.
Grandiose discoveries of the XV century.
- End of the tour
Return to the hotel or train station.
Trip includes
Included
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Excluded
sedans or minivan
Entrance fees: about 25$ per pax
Personal expenses
Dinner and lunches
Availability
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Book the tour by paying only 25% upfront, and settle the remaining amount 30 days before the tour departure.
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Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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