Khiva City tour
Khiva is an ancient settlement appeared 2500 years ago. Today, it’s regarded as an open-air museum, which includes many madrasahs, mosques, minarets and mausoleums. Be fascinated by Khiva’s architectural masterpieces.
Prices are in US dollars and valid for 2023
Khiva guided tour in one day. You will visit the city's most important sights and learn about its history.
Khiva is one of the most mysterious cities in Uzbekistan. Formerly situated along the Great Silk Road, it offers a rich cultural heritage. The city was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list. The historical part of Khiva is called Ichan-Kala, which means 'inner town'. Ichan-Kala is surrounded by a fortification wall with many architectural monuments within. The inner town is a pedestrian area, which makes it perfect to explore the city on foot.
Itinerary
Your tour includes a professional guide and entrance fees to the monuments of Ichan-Kala. The duration of the tour is approximately 5-6 hours.
Day 1
Places of visit:
Muhammad Amin Khan madrassah: the largest madrassah in Khiva;
Kalta Minar minaret: translated as 'short minaret', famous for its unusual shape, decoration and legends;
Kunya Ark palace: the main residence of Khiva's rulers until the 19th century;
Muhammad Rahim madrassah: currently hosts a museum under its roof;
Friday Juma mosque: famous for its 212 wooden columns;
Tash-Khovli palace and Harem: explore the stories about Khan’s concubines;
Islam Khoja complex: the minaret of Islam Khoja is visible from every corner of the old town;
Pakhlavan Mahmud mausoleum: one of the holiest places in Khiva, where locals find their blessings;
Included
Tour guide
Entrance fees as per itinerary
Not Included
Transportation and transfers
Entrance fee to climb Ak Sheikh Bobo tower and Islam Khodja minaret
Meals are not included
Gratitude to a guide is not included and is left for your consideration
