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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Khiva’s Ichan-Kala on this enriching 6-hour walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks such as the stunning Kalta Minor Minaret, the grand Kunya-Ark Citadel, and the intricately designed Juma Mosque. Led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, this tour provides a deep dive into the historic Silk Road, showcasing the region's rich architectural heritage and cultural significance. Perfect for those seeking an immersive experience in Khiva’s vibrant history and local craftsmanship.

    • Guided walking tour of Khiva's main monuments and attractions
    • Visit highlights like Tash-Hauli Palace and Pakhlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum
    • Daily tours available, rain or shine, with expert insights
    • Optional traditional Khorezm lunch available for an additional fee

Activity location

  • Kalta Minor Minaret
    • Khiva, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kalta Minor Minaret
    • Khiva, Xorazm Region, Uzbekistan

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  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English
Starting time: 18:00
Price details
£44.58 x 1 Adult£44.58
Total
Price is £44.58

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Professional guide
  • Inclusions
    Walking tour of all major landmarks in Ichan-Kala
  • Exclusions
    Meals & drinks (lunch available as add-on)
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pickup/drop-off

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Kalta Minor Minaret

  • 30m
Your journey begins at the breathtaking Kalta Minor Minaret, Khiva’s most photographed landmark. Its dazzling turquoise tiles glow under the desert sun, and your guide will share the legend of why this “short minaret” was never finished. Next door, step into the Muhammad Amin Khan Madrasah, once the largest in Central Asia, where hundreds of students once studied theology and philosophy.

Ota Darvoza

  • 20m
From here, stroll through Ata-Darvaza, the northern gate of the fortress. Feel the weight of centuries as you look upon the massive city walls that once defended caravans, travellers, and armies along the Silk Road.

Citadel Kunya-ark

  • 45m
Step into the private world of the Khiva khans. Walk through the harem, mosque, mint, and climb the watchtower for panoramic views of the fortress.

Friday Mosque (Juma Mosque)

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Be amazed by a forest of 213 carved wooden columns, some over 1,000 years old, creating a mystical atmosphere unlike any other mosque in Central Asia.

Stone Palace (Tash Khauli)

  • 50m
At the Tash-Hauli Palace, discover the luxurious world of Khiva’s rulers. Wander through its courtyards and marvel at the vivid painted ceilings of the harem. Your guide will reveal stories of intrigue, ambition, and daily life in the royal court.

Pakhlavan Makhmud Mausoleum

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
No visit to Khiva is complete without the Pakhlavan Mahmoud Mausoleum, a shrine to Khiva’s beloved poet, philosopher, and wrestler-saint. The turquoise domes shimmer with beauty, and pilgrims still visit to pay their respects.

Islam Khoja Minaret

  • 40m
  • Admission ticket not included
Refreshed, continue to the Islam Khoja Minaret & Madrasah. This is the tallest minaret in Khiva, offering adventurous visitors the chance to climb to the top and see the entire city unfold beneath them — a photographer’s dream.

Allakuli Khan Tim Market

  • 30m
At the Allakuli Khan Caravanserai and Tim Market, picture the days when merchants from Persia, Russia, and China bartered in silks, spices, and ceramics. Today, you’ll meet local artisans still keeping these crafts alive.

Shirgazi Khan Madrasah

  • 25m
The Shirgazi Khan Madrasah tells a darker tale: built by enslaved Persian captives, its walls echo with both tragedy and beauty. Then, visit the more modest but still elegant Abdulla Khan Madrasah, which showcases Khiva’s architectural variety.

Arab muhammadxon madrasasi

  • 40m
Then, visit the more modest but still elegant Abdulla Khan Madrasah, which showcases Khiva’s architectural variety. Finally, your journey ends at the Arab Muhammad Khan Madrasah, where your guide will recount how this khan reshaped Khiva in the 17th century, setting the stage for the city you see today.

Location

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    Kalta Minor Minaret
    • Khiva, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Kalta Minor Minaret
    • Khiva, Xorazm Region, Uzbekistan

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