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Visit the one of the living Legendary City of Khiva

NewKhiva, Uzbekistan
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  • Duration 5hCheck availability to see starting times
  • Live guideEnglish
  • Hotel pickup on requestDrop-off on request · From selected hotels
  • Private option available

About this experience

Experience a journey through time as you discover the remarkable historical sites of the ancient walled city. This tour brings you face to face with architectural marvels that have stood for centuries, offering a profound glimpse into the region's rich heritage and ancient traditions. Begin your exploration at Ichan-Kala and enter through the Ata-Darvaza, the western and main gate of the walled city. Continue to the Muhammed Aminkhan Madrasah and its minaret, followed by a visit to the sprawling Kunya Ark Palace, once a majestic royal residence. Pay your respects at the Mausoleum of Pakhlavan Makhmood, dedicated to the city's patron saint, and marvel at the Madrasah and Minaret of Islam Khodja, known as the tallest minaret in Uzbekistan. Proceed to the historic Juma Mosque and its minaret, built in the 10th century. After pausing for lunch, head toward Palvan Darvaza, the eastern gate and former slave market. Conclude your historical journey by exploring the Caravan Sarai, a former Silk Road trade center, and the Tosh-Khovli Palace, another magnificent royal residence. This immersive experience is perfect for history enthusiasts and curious travellers eager to walk through living history and witness the enduring legacy of ancient trade routes and Islamic architecture.

Where you'll meet

I will come to pick you up at your hotel

Local taxis, Abdullah Rakhmonov street, Khiva, Uzbekistan

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Where you'll go

  1. 1

    Ichan-Kala

  2. 2

    Ata-Darvaza

    Western and Main gate of the Wall city

  3. 3

    Muhammed Aminkhan Madrasah and Minaret

    Islamic School

  4. 4

    Kunya Ark Palace

    Royal Palace

  5. 5

    Mausoleum of Pakhlavan Makhmood

    City patron saint

  6. 6

    Madrasah and Minaret of Islam Khodja

    The Tallest minaret in Uzbekistan

  7. 7

    Juma Mosque and Minaret

    Built in the 10th century

  8. 8

    Lunch

  9. 9

    Palvan Darvaza

    Eastern gate and former slave market

  10. 10

    Caravan Sarai

    Former Silk Road trade center

  11. 11

    Tosh-Khovli Palace

    Royal Palace

What's included

  • Professional local guide
  • All taxes and fees
  • Entry tickets if guests are more than 3 people
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What's not included

  • Tips
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks
  • Souvenirs
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry tickets

What to bring

  • Some money for tickets, comfortable clothes, and shoes

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Accessible toilets
  • Suitable for all fitness levels

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with back problems
  • People with heart problems
  • People with pre-existing medical conditions
  • People with epilepsy

Not allowed

  • Drones

Know before you go

  • The tour will be a walking tour only and with some stairs.

Getting around: On foot

Pets: Pets welcome

Meet your guide

GuideD40C8

GuideD40C8Verified guide

9 years guiding

Speaks English

Over 9 years of experience in guiding in Khiva, Uzbekistan. I spent my 35 years of my life in this small but one of the ancient cities of the world. I am here to show you around and organize your unforgettable tour in Uzbekistan. Come and hire me to see the city with the eyes of the local.

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