Samarkand: Historical Monuments Group Walking Tour
Overview
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4 hours 15 minutes
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There is so much history and beauty to uncover in Samarkand, so it's a fantastic idea to schedule a trip. Your guide will take you to a number of locations during this private trip, including mosques, madrasas, and mausoleums. Throughout the tour, you will be chauffeured about in a private, air-conditioned car, and your guide will make arrangements for a delectable lunch to be enjoyed en route.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Gur Emir Mausoleum
Amir Timur and his beloved grandchildren Muhammad Sultan, Ulugbek and other family members are buried here. I will tell you about the architectural solutions of this place, about the affairs and fate of Timur and about the interior decoration of the tomb - I’m sure you will be captivated by the “starry sky”! We will see from inside
Registan
In the 15th-17th centuries it was the educational and spiritual center of the city. You will examine in detail the madrassas located on it: Ulugbek, Sherdor and Tallyakari. And I will share the features of the brilliant architecture of the Timurid era. You will imagine the times when these buildings served as religious schools and scientific centers, “read” the plots of the facades and simply enjoy the beauty of the complex. We will see from outside!
What‘s Included
Walking Tour
Professional English Guide
Entrance fee to the monuments
Entry/Admission - Gur Emir Mausoleum
Entry/Admission - Registan
Entry/Admission - Bibi Khanym Mosque
Entry/Admission - Shah-i-Zinda
Options
Private Samarkand City tour
Duration: 6 hours
Car
Samarkand City with Tou Group
Reviews
29 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience
sachikou910,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was very informative and knowable about the history and background of the each site.
Very Educational tour
wenghengc,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Zarshet is very knowledgeable about thr history of each monuments . We had a very educational journey during our short stay here in Samarkand.
Good but be sure what will happen
dkberman,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Pro: Our guide was a very enthusiastic student who loved history and very happy to share his knowledge in excellent English. Great insight we never would have had otherwise. Misunderstanding: We got to Registan Square and admired from outside. Guide said going in was not included, which he probably meant the entrance fee, which we realized not included, but we thought he meant there wasn't time on the program to go in. Tour was listed as 0900-1400. At noon we got to the last place and he declared tour was over. Didn't ask if we wanted to (pay) to go into Registan, which we would have, had we been asked. Con: Guide said disparaging things about the ethnic group I belong to, although he didn't know that. Made us feel uncomfortable.
Outstanding tour and guide!
Lorraine K,Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Outstanding guide. Really kind and informative, so knowledgeable and helpful. He made the tour really enjoyable. Incredible city. James, Ireland
Sites of Samarkand
A C,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a wonderful tour taking in all the major sites in this beautiful city. All were well worth seeing - it was an amazing experience. Our guide Zarnigor was lovely; so knowledgeable and engaging. Would highly recommend this tour.
Great experience
Subhan A,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very knowledgeable and professional Guide. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great experience in samarkand.
Samarkand tour
Meander801581,Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was in time and very courteous. He explained things very well and did not rush things.we stopped for lunch also
Tour of Samarkand
Alessandra M,Apr 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Our Italian guide picked us up from our hotel and we started the tour We really enjoyed it! I recommend taking this tour to better understand the history of this fabulous city!
Fantastic time and memorable experience!
AmyHuang,Apr 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic time with our tour guide, Zarshed, during our day in Samarkand! He seriously knows the history of Samarkand, Uzbek and Central Asia in general, which was super informative and educational. Walking through the sites, he pointed out all the cool details we would've completely missed. Instead of just seeing another pretty building, we got the whole story behind it and why each place mattered so much. Additionally, Zarshed was super patient with our questions and actually seemed to enjoy our curiosity. He also shared videos that helped us better visualize the sites. Highly recommend this tour if you're in Samarkand and want to actually understand what you're looking at (while having a great time)!
Amazing day tour around Samarkand
Thanya A,Mar 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We had an amazing day with our guide Zarshed! He picked us up on time at our hotel in a private car and drove us around the city to the most important landmarks in Samarkand. He provided important information about the sites we visited and about the history of the city with great detail. He is very knowledgeable and has perfect English, he answered all of our questions. He also made sure all our needs were taken care of, took us to a great place for lunch, had us try typical Samarkand bread which was delicious and took care of us as tourist so prices in local markets and sites were fair. We had an AMAZING experience and would 100% recommend this tour and specifically Zarshed.
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