Samarkand Classic Tour - One Day Cultural Experience

Samarkand City Tour

Duration: 6 hours
Format: Private guided tour

Itinerary:

1. Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum

Start your tour at the mausoleum of Amir Temur.

• Explore the tombs of Temur and his descendants
• Learn about the Timurid dynasty and its legacy
• Admire the iconic turquoise dome and richly decorated interior

2. Registan Square

The most famous landmark of Samarkand.

• Visit Ulugh Beg, Sher-Dor, and Tillya-Kori madrasahs
• Discover the role of Registan as a center of education and public life
• Hear stories about science, astronomy, and student life

3. Bibi-Khanym Mosque

A grand mosque built during the reign of Amir Temur.

• Walk through the massive courtyard and main portal
• Learn about its ambitious construction and legend of Bibi-Khanym
• See one of the largest Qur’an stands in the region

4. Hazrat Khizr Mosque

A peaceful and scenic site overlooking the city.

• Visit one of the oldest mosques in Samarkand
• Enjoy panoramic views of the old city
• See the mausoleum of Islam Karimov

5. Shah-i-Zinda

A unique necropolis with stunning architecture.

• Walk along the avenue of beautifully decorated mausoleums
• Visit the tomb of Qusam ibn Abbas
• Discover the meaning behind the intricate blue tile designs

6. Samarkand Bread-Making Masterclass

Finish your tour with an interactive visit to a traditional bakery.

• Learn how authentic Samarkand bread is prepared
• Take part in a hands-on masterclass with a local nonvoy (bread maker)
• Shape and decorate your own bread using traditional tools
• Bake it in a clay oven (tandir) under the guidance of the master
• Enjoy tasting the bread you made, fresh and hot

✅ Tour Includes:

• Professional English-speaking guide

❌ Not Included:

• Entrance tickets to monuments
• Lunch
• Personal expenses