Uzbekistan · Culture

1-Day Samarkand Heritage Tour with Silk Paper Workshop

1 Day Round trip from Samarkand Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the ancient artistry of a silk paper workshop established in the 7th century
02 See stunning wall frescoes at the Afrasiab Museum spanning the 7th to the 20th century
03 Visit the Ulugh Beg Observatory built by Tamerlane's grandson
04 Delve into the historical depths of the Chahi Zinda necropolis
05 Experience the architectural beauty of the Friday Mosque
06 Take in the vibrant atmosphere beside Siyob Bazaar

Discover Samarkand's timeless heritage on a full-day city tour that brings together traditional craftsmanship, archaeological treasures, and monumental Islamic architecture. Visit a renowned silk paper workshop dating back to the 7th century, explore the Afrasiab Museum and its remarkable wall frescoes from the 7th to the 20th century, and see the Ulugh Beg Observatory built by Tamerlane's grandson. The day also includes the Chahi Zinda necropolis, a carpet workshop, the Friday Mosque, and the lively atmosphere beside Siyob Bazaar.

Rendezvous at the hotel and begin your tour with a visit to the renowned silk paper workshop, established in the 7th century.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Samarkand

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Samarkand Heritage Tour and Historic Landmarks

Rendezvous at the hotel and begin your tour with a visit to the renowned silk paper workshop, established in the 7th century.
Continue to the Afrasiab Museum, where you will explore stunning wall frescoes spanning the period from the 7th to the 20th century.
Visit the Ulugh Beg Observatory, built by Tamerlane's grandson, Ulugh Beg.
Enjoy a lunch break before the afternoon visits to the Chahi Zinda necropolis, the heavenly staircase, and the carpet workshop.
Explore the Friday Mosque, located next to Siyob Bazaar.
Transfer to the hotel at the end of the visits.