Samarkand City Tour from Silk Paper Factory to Registan Square

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Tourist village - Konigil, M29J+CVC, Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan

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.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Ulugh Beg Observatory, Samarkand 140100 Uzbekistan

The Ulugbek Observatory, built by Amir Temur’s grandson astronomer-king Ulugbek in XV century.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Shah-i-Zinda, Samarkand Uzbekistan

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.

Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Bibi Khanym Mosque, Guzarskiy Lane, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan

Bibi Hanim mosque XV century. The mosque was built in honour of Temur’s chief wife, Saray Mulk Khanum.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Amir Temur Square, Mirabad District, Tashkent Uzbekistan

Gur-Amir mausoleum (“the tomb of the king” in Uzbek) from XV century.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Registan St регистан, Samarkand 140164 Uzbekistan

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.

Duration: 1 hour



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Most travelers can participate"
"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."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 6 To 7 Hours
Start location: Amir Temur Mausoleum Gur-i Amir Сomplex, Бўстонсарой кўчаси 1/4, Universitetskiy Boulevard, Samarqand, Samarqand viloyati, Uzbekistan
Traveler pickup is offered
Tour starts at 09:00 (starting time can be change by request) from your hotel / airport / railway station in Samarkand. (Please contact us to let us know the exact pickup location for the tour)

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• English speaking tour guide with you for the day trip
• Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included

• Lunch
• Entrance tickets to the monuments (20 usd)
• Photo and video charges 5 usd (for photography cameras. It is free if travelers use phone cameras)
• Gratuities

Facilities