Bukhara: Walking Tour with a Small Group

Explore Bukhara's Old Town on a small-group walking tour. Visit iconic landmarks, UNESCO sites, and hidden gems while learning about the city's rich History and Culture with a Local Guide. 

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Duration 4.5 hours

Plane 

non-stop (1 hour 10 minutes)

connecting  (3 hours 10 minutes)
Train
Fast train
(2 hours 15 minutes)

Live tour guide

English,Korean,Russian

Small group

Limited to 10 participants

Itinerary

• Starting location:

• Nadir Divan Begi Madrasah

• Lyabi Khauz

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Toqi Sarrafon Bazaar

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Magok-i-Attari Mosque

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Toqi Telpak Furushon

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Toqi Zargaron

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Ulugʻbek madrasasi

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Abdul Aziz Khan Madrasah

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Kalyan Mosque

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Mir-i-Arab Madrasa

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Minorai Kalon

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Ark of Bukhara

• Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Optional, Extra fee

• Bolo Haouz Mosque

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

• Samanid Mausoleum

• Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing

Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Bukhara on a guided tour

• Discover the city's most iconic landmarks, including the Ark Fortress

• Visit the Lyabi House Complex, the Magoki-Attori Mosque, and the Toki Sarrofon

• Explore the Poi Kalyan Complex, the Bolo Hauz Mosque, and the Chashma Ayub

• Admire the Mausoleum of Ismail Samani, the Ulugbek Madrassah, and more

Full description

Enjoy a captivating journey through the heart of Bukhara's historical and cultural landmarks with this group walking tour. Start at the Lyabi House Complex, a hub of local life and a testament to the city's rich history.

Continue to the Magoki-Attori Mosque, which forms an integral part of the Lyab-i Hauz historical religious complex, showcasing intricate Islamic architecture. Next, visit the Toki Sarrofon Trading Dome, a timeless landmark in the city, once a bustling center of commerce where money changers operated.

Head to the Toki Telpakfurushon Trading Dome, a vibrant emblem of commerce, which was once a thriving hub for the sale of headgear, including turbans and traditional Uzbek hats. Visit the Toki Zargaron Trading Dome, known as the jeweler's trading dome, a testament to centuries of craftsmanship, where jewelers and artisans once showcased their finest pieces.

Make your way to the Ulugbek Madrassah, one of the oldest madrassahs in Bukhara, built by Ulugbek, the grandson of Amir Timur. Visit the Abdulazizkhan Madrassah, a late 17th-century madrassah known for its exquisite decoration, which offers a glimpse into the architectural evolution of the region.

Stroll to the Poi Kalyan Complex, which includes the majestic Kalyan Mosque, the towering Kalyan Minaret, and the historic Mir-Arab Madrassah. Visit the Ark Fortress, the ancient citadel of the Emir of Bukhara, a massive earthen fortification that was once the seat of power.

Continue to the Bolo Hauz Mosque, a beautifully preserved mosque from the 18th-20th centuries, known for its elegant wooden columns and the serene pond reflecting its structure.

Visit the Chashma Ayub Mausoleum, named after Prophet Job (Ayub), who, according to legend, created a well at this spot. The mausoleum's unique architecture and historical significance make it a must-visit site.

Finally, visit the Mausoleum of Ismail Samani, an iconic example of early Islamic architecture, the oldest funerary building in Central Asian architecture.

Includes

• Guide

• Walking tour

• Entry fees

• Transportation

• Food and drinks

Not suitable for

• Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Tashkent Lotte City Hotels Tashkent Palace

Important information

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes

• Sun hat

• Sunscreen

• Water