Free Tour of Samarkand
Overview
The sightseeing tour program includes:
The Gur-Emir Mausoleum is the burial place of Tamerlane and his descendants. You will hear related facts and legends.
Registan Square is a visiting card of Samarkand. I will tell you about the magnificent mosques and madrasahs located there.
Bibi-Khanum Cathedral Mosque - You will admire its sky-blue dome and arch the size of the Milky Way.
Hazrat Khizr Mosque was reconstructed in the 19th century, replacing the one destroyed in the 13th century. The original mosque on this site dates back to the 8th century.
The memorial complex Shakhi-Zinda is one of the mysterious architectural monuments of Samarkand. It is believed that this is where the grave of Kusam ibn Abbas, an associate of the Prophet Muhammad himself, is located.
This activity includes:
- Kusam-ibn-Abbas mausoleum
- Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex
- Rigiston Square
- Bibi-Khanym Mosque
- Shah-i-Zinda
- Hazrat Khizr Mosque
- Guide service
Our Guides
On arrival
The meeting point is at the entrance of Gur-Emir-Mausoleum, and I will be near the entrance.
Things to note
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
We will see 5 destinations: 2 of them from inside and 3 of them from outside.
We will see from outside:
Mausoleum of Amir Temur (entrance ticket cost 75,000 sum);
Khazrat Khizir Mosque( entrance is free).
We will see from outside:
Registan Square;
Bibi Khanum Mosque;
Shakhi Zinda.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
