Khiva Historical City Highlights Guided Walking Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Explore Khiva's Most Iconic Landmarks: This tour takes you to some of Khiva’s most celebrated sites, including the stunning Allakuli Khan Madrasah, the majestic Islam Khoja Minaret, and the revered Pakhlavon Makhmud Mausoleum. Each stop offers a unique insight into Khiva’s cultural and architectural richness. Joining this tour is the perfect way to experience the essence of Khiva, exploring its vibrant history, spiritual significance, and architectural beauty in a relaxed, informative setting.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Itchan Kala
Ichan-Qala, also known as Itchan Kala, is the historical center of the ancient city of Khiva, located in the Khorezm region of Uzbekistan. It is a well-preserved example of a Central Asian walled city and serves as one of the most significant historical and cultural sites in the country.
The Minaret of Islom Khoja is one of the most distinctive and iconic landmarks in Khiva, Uzbekistan. Located within the historic inner city of Ichan-Qala, it is not only an architectural masterpiece but also a symbol of the city's rich cultural and historical heritage. The minaret is part of the Islom Khoja Complex, which includes a mosque and a madrasah (Islamic school). The minaret stands as a testament to the architectural brilliance of Khiva and the importance of the Islamic tradition in the region.
Options
Morning Group Tour
Freshly Morning Tour Option
Afternoon Group Tour
Private Tour for upto 4 people
Booking instruction:: Just choose 1 Adult for a Group of upto 4 people. Private Experience: If you are family or friends upto 4 people who want to explore Khiva Old City Privately - this option is the best for you.
What‘s Included
All Taxes
Professional Guide
Entrance tickets (Approximately 15USD)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
51 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do when visiting Khiva.
Quest41187153668,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing experience exploring Khiva with our guide - Shaxzodabonu. Without her, we would have missed so much of the city's history, culture, and hidden details behind its beautiful monuments. She brought the ancient streets and landmarks to life with her knowledge, passion, and engaging storytelling. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Khiva. Our guide made all the difference and turned a simple sightseeing trip into a truly memorable experience.
Good tour
Stay17833848834,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Good schedule to see all attractions. Guide very relaxed, giv.es loads of time for pictures
Khiva walking tour with Shoxzodabonu
mohammadhU3265ED,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Khiva is an amazing city and in Shoxzodabonu we had the perfect guide! She was super informative and very patient with all our questions. She had a true understanding of the places inside the walled city and genuinely wanted to tell us all about her home town!
Great, informative tour!
Melissa L,May 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour of ichan kala (inner Khiva). To see all the sights but also learning about them and the history of Khiva. Our guide also provided great recommendations for things to do and see outside ichan kala (in the city).
Amazing experience - highly recommend!
Wojciech K,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very professional and informative guide - Fazilat was amazing! We learnt a lot about the history and culture, experienced local crafts and food. Highly recommend
Highly recommended
bfede91,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Mohi guide was really really nice. The tour with her was fantastic, she explained everything in detail. Very good! 4 hours intense and full of information but, it was really worth it.
Afternoon of history and culture in Khiva
Martiross22,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and useful tour to understand many aspects of the history and culture of Khiva. Our guide was very friendly and prepared. Absolutely recommended!!
Culture and history around Khiva
S3365YKmartinar,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting tour, super useful to understand history and culture of Khiva. Our guide was really friendly and prepared. Absolutely recommended!
Wonderful Khiva experience
Navigator02290463311,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was truly wonderful. The guide was very knowledgeable and answered all of my questions, no matter how many different things I was curious about. He is a certified official guide and has worked in other cities in Uzbekistan as well, so I feel that I gained very in-depth knowledge. I am very satisfied. Thank you.
Sanjar has made a good...
Massimiliano I,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Sanjar has made a good and entertaining tour if the old city with interesting historical excursions in the past of the city and of the country itself.
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