Group Tour Samarkand city history, architecture and culture
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Group Tour Samarkand city history, architecture and culture
By Jahongir Travel
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Ages 10-99, max of 30 per group
Duration: 4–5 hours
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: Russian, English
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Highlights
- Professional guide
What's not included- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Entrance tickets to sights
- Entry/Admission - Gur Emir Mausoleum
- Entry/Admission - Registan
- Entry/Admission - Bibi Khanym Mosque
- Start:
- Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex, Oqsaroy 1, Бўстонсарой кўчаси 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard, Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, UzbekistanWe will meet you at the entrance portal downstairs
End:- Bibi-Khanym Mosque, MX6J+72W, Bibikhonim Str., Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 153457P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travellers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travellers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 153457P2
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- Oqsaroy 1, Бўстонсарой кўчаси 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard, Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, UzbekistanWe will meet you at the entrance portal downstairs
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- MX6J+72W, Bibikhonim Str., Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan
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- ZZZZZZZ7770 contributionsAmazingPerfect trip ..... Ver profissional driver... Thank you so much for evrithing.. Thanks a lot to Hasan He is good driver and guide 😍Written 7 February 2025
- Highgardener0 contributionsThe good, the bad & the uglyHere's the text with grammar and minor stylistic improvements: Yurts are quite authentic, spacious, and have beds to sleep in. The bedding is very firm and not super comfortable. It can be very cold at night, so bring warm clothes. All in all, if you like camping, then go for it. The food served is simple yet quite tasty and comes in good portion sizes. For the evening entertainment, there was a Kazakh singer. He was not bad at all; however, after singing only 6-7 songs, he was done. Moreover, he took off his hat and walked around the circle asking for money. Tourists felt pressured and had to give him some tips. The absolutely revolting part was the camel ride. The animals are grossly mistreated. A couple of camels were clearly in pain, groaning every time their handlers made them kneel down and get up. All animals had punctured noses with wooden sticks, and one had a heavy metal bolt through its delicate nose. The weight of the metal made the camel's nose hang to one side (see the picture). Do not ride the camels. It's not worth it, let alone give the handlers tips! The ride was included in the price, but they asked for 20-30k of local currency nonetheless. Do not encourage animal cruelty!Written 17 September 2024
- Fabiancity0 contributionsFrom Samarqanda-lake-yurta-bukkaraPerfect trip and wonderful driver.... Like a friend good places Molto paziente e disponibile ai cambi di programma. Tanks a lot HassanWritten 9 July 2024
- Tulipan180 contributionsVery nice! RecommendedI did the tour Bukhara-Nurata-Aydar Lake-Yurt Camp-Samarkand and it was awesome! I was solo traveling but thanks to the very nice guide Khaasan, I did not feel lonely at all! He always tried to explain himself and I think that after speaking for a while his English was already much better! Khaasan also gave suggestions on the things to do and I appreciated it a lot as I was able to see different thingsWritten 6 June 2024
- azizkh0ni0 contributionsTourgreat tour and experience i had with this tour agency, I really appreciate the staff and management . I really recomend you to try this tours with jahongir travelWritten 5 June 2024
- Wilyamshek230 contributionsGood service. AmazingThe Yurt Camp and Aydar Lake tour with Jahongir Travel offers a unique blend of cultural immersion and natural beauty. Guests stay in authentic yurts, enjoying traditional Uzbek music, dance, and cuisine. The serene Aydar Lake provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. The tour includes interactions with local nomadic families and craft workshops, enhancing the cultural experience. While amenities are basic and weather-dependent activities might be a drawback, the authentic and immersive nature of this tour makes it a memorable experience for those seeking to explore Uzbekistan's nomadic heritage and stunning landscapes.Written 3 June 2024
- Wilyamshek230 contributionsPerfectVery good.new experience for me.Shakhrisabz small city but historical place.Umid professional guide.Thank you for everythingWritten 26 May 2024
- 567marisl0 contributionsNice snow capped mountainsThe views were amazing and we had a very friendly and hospitable driver who loved nature. Even though he couldn't speak English, we could feel his warmth and sincerity through his actions.Written 17 February 2024
- figiel920 contributionsBad experience, do not recommend!This company cares only about your money not the experience. Our driver didn’t take us to Gijduvan because tour operator FORGOT to inform the driver that it’s part of the trip. I mean seriously? That is your job, and you forgot to say it? Additionally trip ends at your hotel but first they will force you to go to Registan and change cars even if your hotel is outside of the city and you pass it and keep driving for extra 20-30’. Trip is long and boring, it’s more of driving than desert and lake time, plus the lake itself has nothing to offer.Written 26 October 2023
- roopakthomas0 contributionsToo hot in Summer.The climate was extremely hot and the AC in the car was very bad. The driver switched off the AC many times. If the trip started in the afternoon and ended by sunset it would have been better as the days are very very hot and we were boiling inside the car. The driver was a very good man and he was very courteous. Only issue is that he doesn't speak English.Written 28 June 2023
- 727zafarj0 contributionsThe day trip to ShahrisabzShakhrisabz's majestic mountains captivated me during my trip. The towering peaks and rugged landscapes left me in awe. The mountains in Shakhrisabz offer a breathtaking backdrop for exploration and adventure. The crisp mountain air, coupled with the panoramic views, created an unforgettable experience. If you're a nature enthusiast seeking awe-inspiring beauty, Shakhrisabz's mountains are a must-visit destination.Written 17 June 2023
- M3437HYbarbarag0 contributionsOrganisation horrible but great natureThe guesthouse and the nature are very nice. but the trip itself was not as planned. the driver was more than 1.5 hours late to pick us up and the car was very uncomfortable. there was no guide and no guided walk. also there was no Suzani workshop. i would recommend to book the guesthouse on booking (like the guests did that we met there) and get a taxi thereWritten 29 May 2023
- _X7072UO0 contributionsホームステイI stayed at Nuratau in 2018 Aug. when I visited there, I was amazed at the beauty of the Uzbekistan rural village!! As all of you know, I’m not good at English, but I enjoyed my stay :)Written 26 September 2020
- Maurizio F0 contributionsTerribleThe whole "tour" consists in a Russian speaking taxi driver coming to pick you up from your hotel and driving you to Shahrisabz. You can find something WAY cheaper just stopping a taxi driver in Samarkand by yourself. We were supposed to have a tour in English and all we got was this old guy who did not understand a word. Avoid this!Written 2 January 2020
- paoloworldtraveller0 contributionsPerfect driver, perfect tripThis company is very cheaper for shuttle airport tashkent to samarkand. The boss of company is very kindly and prompt at the whole day every hours. Racomended.Written 30 October 2019
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David Morrison
8 contributions
May 2024 • Friends
My tour of Samarkand exceeded all expectations! The city impressed with the grandeur of its historical monuments. Registan Square with its madrassas decorated with elegant mosaics is simply breathtaking. The Bibi-Khanum Mosque and the Gur-Emir Mausoleum are immersed in the era of the great Timur. The guide was well versed in the topic, sharing fascinating stories and legends. Lunch in a cozy restaurant with dishes of Uzbek cuisine added national flavor to our trip. A walk through Siab Bazaar allowed you to immerse yourself in the local culture and buy souvenirs. This tour is an ideal opportunity to get acquainted with the originality and greatness of Samarkand

Written 26 May 2024
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Trisha
New Delhi, India5 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
We know Fayoz does this for a living, every day. Yet, it's impossible not to feel like you're being shown around by a friend who loves his home city. Fayoz took our input at every step and provided a perfect mixture or historical facts and spectacular stories. He managed to fit into just one day the sense that you really got to see a wonderful historical city. He's also a great companion during a meal. Strongly recommended!
Written 24 October 2023
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siavash s
2 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
I really really enjoyed the tour and beautiful Samarkand. My guide Omid was very knowledgeable about history of Uzbekistan and was very friendly and helpful. He took me to many places and even negotiated the prices for souvenirs. I really recommend the tour and also Jahongir hotel.
Written 3 March 2024
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Dennis L
4 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Excellent half day tour. Guide was easy to understand and quite knowledgeable about the history and architecture in Samarkand. He was also flexible in sites we wanted to see. Would highly recommend Odyl to anyone interested in a tour of Samarkand.
Written 27 April 2024
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Muhammad Ahsan S
Long Beach, CA11 contributions
Jul 2022 • Solo
Atel my tour guide was very helpful and had in depth knowledge of local places. He goes extra mile to explain things and answers any questions you may have. He can also guide you with other things if you need help.
Written 25 July 2022
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Dalia G
49 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Amazing tour of Samarkand with Umid Toshpulatov, a professional and knowledgeable guide! Thank you to you for this beautiful and unforgettable day!! Everything was perfect! Thank you Umid and thank you to the driver as well!!!!
Written 29 December 2022
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Lars B
2 contributions
Sept 2019 • Friends
Our guide odil jahongir was terrific. Knew all the details of creation of this masterpiece of world architecture. His english is fluent and he has very gentle manners. Strongly recommended.
Written 25 September 2019
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Thank you so much for taking the time and leaving the review. I really appreciate it.
Written 30 September 2019
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Avazbek
Samarkand, Uzbekistan7 contributions
Feb 2025 • Friends
That was amazing trip with my friend come from Dubai.actualy he originally from Philippin but he is working in Dubai nowadays.I can say he was very surprised!!!
Written 2 March 2025
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Jhonoson
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK13 contributions
Oct 2024 • Friends
Samarkand is a wonderful city. Many thanks to Jahongir Travel for the wonderful service and impressions.Special thanks to Mr. Beck for organizing a wonderful tour for us.
Written 8 February 2025
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Billy H
New York City, NY68 contributions
Jun 2024 • Friends
If you’re considering a private tour of Samarkand, look no further than Jahon, who provided one of the most outstanding tour experiences I’ve had in visiting over 100 countries. From start to finish, Jahon exceeded expectations in every way. Not only did he cover all the iconic sights and landmarks of Samarkand with knowledge and passion, but he also brought a deep level of understanding and insight into the region’s political, social, and economic landscape. His perspective was informed and nuanced, providing context that went well beyond typical tour guide commentary. This added layer made each visit even more meaningful, showing Samarkand as a living, breathing intersection of history and modernity.
Jahon’s approach was warm, professional, and genuinely enthusiastic, creating an experience that felt like exploring with a knowledgeable friend rather than just ticking off stops on an itinerary. The private tour was an exceptional value, with Jahon ensuring we saw everything at our rather fast pace and delved deeply into each topic. I would highly recommend Jahon’s services to anyone who wants an enriching and memorable experience in Samarkand—his guidance set a new standard for excellence!
Jahon’s approach was warm, professional, and genuinely enthusiastic, creating an experience that felt like exploring with a knowledgeable friend rather than just ticking off stops on an itinerary. The private tour was an exceptional value, with Jahon ensuring we saw everything at our rather fast pace and delved deeply into each topic. I would highly recommend Jahon’s services to anyone who wants an enriching and memorable experience in Samarkand—his guidance set a new standard for excellence!
Written 1 November 2024
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Nomad621484
Antalya, Türkiye
Добрый вечер, мы завтра приезжаем в Самарканд в 11 утра, есть ли возможность организовать этот тур после обеда? Если да, можно узнать стоимость для группы из 3х персон. Спасибо заранее! Если вам удобней перезвонить - мой номер 900027733 Елена
Written 4 October 2019
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