Khiva Private Guided Sightseeing Tour

Khiva Private Guided Sightseeing Tour

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About This Tour in Khiva

Discover the highlights of Khiva, along with the city’s best kept secrets, on a private walking tour. Khiva, one of the most ancient cities of Central Asia, has a 2500-year-old history. Khizauv “Fort”, Kheykanik (the name of canal which run in the area), Kheykanik, Kheyvak and Khiva are some the names given to this unique city.

Why Visit Khiva?

Khiva, Uzbekistan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Khiva provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Khiva

You can reach Khiva, Uzbekistan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Entrance tickets to the monuments
  • English speaking tour guide with you for the day trip

What's Not Included

  • Lunch
  • Islam Khoja Minaret— the tallest minaret in the city-climbing the minaret 10 usd per person
  • Walking on the wall of Ichan Kala 2 usd per person (entrance from Northern gate)
  • Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The duration of the tour is from 6 to 7 hours which includes lunch time
  • Tour starts at 09:00 (starting time can be change by request) from meeting point or from your hotel in Khiva. (Please contact us to let us know the exact starting place for the tour)
  • 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.

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Meeting and Pickup

Meeting Point

Ichan Qala Fort—

In front of Ota Darvoza gate or please contact us to let us know the exact meeting location for the tour

End Point

Ichan Qala Fort—

In front of Ota Darvoza gate or please contact us to let us know the exact meeting location for the tour

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Ichan Qala Fort— is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1990 6 hours

Ichan Qala Fort— is a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1990. Present day Ichan Qala is open-air museum. It represents the old part of the city, surrounded with wall and turned into the State Historical Archaeological Museum. The area of Ichan Qala is 26 hectares. The feeling in Inner Fortress transfers people into the past in a city with narrow lanes, low houses, mosques, mausoleums and madrassahs (Quran or Koran schools). The sightseeing in Ichan Qala Fort: Muhammad Amin Khan Madrassa— (1855) Kalta Minor. Zindon— city jail. Kunya Ark (“Kuhna Ark” in Uzbek). Muhammad Rakhim Khan Madrassa— (1871). Pakhlavan Mahmud Mausoleum. Islam Khoja Madrassa. Islam Khoja Minaret— the tallest minaret in the city (Note: climbing the minaret 100.000 sum per person and it is not included to the tour price). Juma Mosque— (1788). Tash Hauli Palace (“Stone Palace” in Uzbek)(Note: separate entrance) to the reception court (ishrat hauli).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cancellation policy?

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