No expiration date
Easy refund
Free exchange
Easy booking

Samarkand City Tour from Silk Paper Factory to Registan Square

Location Samarkand, Central Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
$140.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Take a guided tour to explore Samarkand— a fairy tale city along the ancient Silk Road. Transportation is included through the tour. Learn the technique how in VIII century people in Samarkand made a silk paper from mulberry. Travel back in time in a famous Registan square of Samarkand.

Go at your own pace on this private tour. Feel free to customize this tour based on the interests of your private group.
Samarkand City Tour from Silk Paper Factory to Registan Square
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • English speaking tour guide with you for the day trip
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuities
  • Photo and video charges 5 usd (for photography cameras. It is free if travelers use phone cameras)
  • Entrance tickets to the monuments
  • Lunch

Meeting point
In front of Gur-Emir mausoleum
Return details
In front of Gur-Emir mausoleum

  • Samarkand Handmade Paper Centre— for centuries Samarkand was famous for its mulberry paper and famed for its durability and resistance to insects. Production died out in the 18th century and this UNESCO backed project in the eastern suburbs aims to revive the 2000-year-old tradition. Guests can see process of making Samarkand paper from mulberry bark.
  • Ulugh Beg Observatory
    The Ulugbek Observatory, built by Amir Temur’s grandson astronomer-king Ulugbek in XV century.
  • Shah-i-Zinda
    The complex Shahi Zinda (“alive king” in Uzbek) from XII-XX centuries. Burial place of royal persons and nobles. One of the most spiritual place in Uzbekistan.
  • Bibi Khanym Mosque
    Bibi Hanim mosque XV century. The mosque was built in honour of Temur’s chief wife, Saray Mulk Khanum.
  • Amir Temur Square
    Gur-Amir mausoleum (“the tomb of the king” in Uzbek) from XV century.
  • Registan
    Registan square (“sandy place” in Uzbek) from XV-XVII centuries. A spectacular architectural ensembles, with fantastic Islamic designs and calligraphy etched into the facades of its mosques and madrassahs.

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Duration of the tour is from 6 to 7 hours which includes driving from one sightseeing place into other which takes 10-15 minutes each and lunch time.
  • On this tour you visit architectural marvels which have a rich history and important religious sites. It’s recommended to follow a specific dress code when visiting these iconic landmarks. Both men and women should wear clothing that covers their shoulders and knees. Avoid wearing tight, revealing, or transparent clothing. Women should cover their hair with a headscarf or shawl when they enter to holy places.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires good weather.
    If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

    Samarkand City Tour from Silk Paper Factory to Registan Square

    Location Samarkand, Central Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
    $140.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
    Delivery options
    eVoucher
    • Free
    • Instant delivery
    • Environmentally friendly
    Physical Gift Box
    • $10.00 fee
    • 2-5 business days
    • Shipping Worldwide

    No expiration date
    Easy refund
    Free exchange
    Easy booking
    Planet friendly
    Global availability
    As seen on