Forest of carved wooden columns inside the Juma Mosque, Khiva

Private tour · Khiva

Khiva Crafts and Workshops Private Walk

Khiva is famous for its carved wooden doors and columns. Walk the old town with a private guide, see the masterpieces and meet the craftspeople who keep these skills alive.

Duration
Half day (about 3–4 hours)
Group
Private — your party only
Start
Morning or afternoon
Meeting point
Your hotel, or the West Gate (Ota Darvoza) of Itchan Kala
Language
English as standard; other languages on request, subject to availability
Price
On request — quoted for your party

Highlights

  • The forest of carved wooden columns in the Juma mosque
  • Carved doors and columns across Itchan Kala
  • Workshops of woodcarvers, carpet weavers and embroiderers
  • Time to talk with the makers and watch them work

Itinerary

  1. Juma mosque

    Start among the carved wooden columns of the Juma mosque — some of them centuries old — and learn how to read their patterns.

  2. Doors and columns of the old town

    Walk the lanes of Itchan Kala looking at carved doors, verandas and columns on palaces, madrasas and houses.

  3. Woodcarving workshop

    Watch carvers at work on doors, boxes and the folding book stands called lauh.

  4. Carpets and embroidery

    Visit workshops where carpets are woven and suzani is stitched by hand, often with patterns taken from Khiva's tiles and carvings.

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Included

  • Private guide for about 3–4 hours

Not included

  • Itchan Kala entrance ticket
  • Purchases in workshops (never expected)
  • Food, drinks and tips

Good to know

  • Workshops are working places; opening times can vary, and your guide confirms them on the day.
  • Older carpets and antiques may need an export certificate — ask the seller before you buy.

20% deposit · free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start. Booking terms

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