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A historic building with intricate tile work, a reflective pool, and a restaurant with outdoor seating. 1
A historic building with a tall minaret and a large courtyard with benches and a wooden cart. 2
A variety of spices displayed in containers. 3

Bukhara: Silk Road City Tour with Tea and Workshops

By Local Bukharians
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €18 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • Tea-drinking and learning about Bukharian culture of implicit communication
  • Meeting local suzani textile embroiderers & observing silk production
  • Riding through the residential quarters of local people
  • Visiting the caravanserai and learning about the Silk Road

Activity location

    • Bukhara
    • Bukhara, Bukhara Region, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • B.Naqshband 100, 200118, Bukhara, Bukhara Region, Uzbekistan | We all meet in front of Sultan Hotel Bukhara
    • Buxoro, Buxoro Viloyati, Uzbekistan

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Bukhara: Silk Road City Tour with Tea and Workshops

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 09:00
Price details
€17.50 x 1 Adult€17.50
Total
Price is €17.50

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional certified guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visits to workshops
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tea-drinking
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ride in the traditional residential quarters

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Chewing gum, Party groups
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 4 years, People over 95 years, Wheelchair users
  • 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).

What you can expect

This personalised and exclusive tour focuses on the Silk Road and the special role Bukhara played in the ancient global trade route.
First, as a local expert, I'll share stories about the locals, Bukhara's history, culture, and traditions, which you won't find in any guidebook.
Then, we'll literally immerse ourselves in history: we'll visit caravanserais, meet local craftsmen who pass down traditions from generation to generation, discuss how goods and ideas were exchanged, learn about the religions that existed, and experience the hospitality of the locals.

Together, let's embark on a journey to discover a city that preserves the authentic, timeless atmosphere of the Silk Road while also breathing in modern life!
During the tour we will see and discuss:

  • The Birth of the Silk Road and the Role of Bukhara
  • Labi Hauz Complex and Bukhara Water Supply System
  • Puppet Museum
  • Sayfiddin's caravanserai and the trading system
  • Silk, spice and tea trade
  • Jewish Quarter: History, Traditions, and Legacy
  • Toqi Sarrofon and the Silk Road Infrastructure
  • Magoki Mosque and Past/Present Religions in Bukhara
  • Toqi Telpakfurushon and cultural expression through dress
  • Hammam Bozori Kord
  • Toqi Zargaron and the production of silk in Bukhara
  • Poi Kalon Complex with the Great Tower (Kalyan Minaret)
  • Old residential areas
  • Iconic Boloi Hauz Mosque with wonderful columns

Location

Activity location

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    • Bukhara
    • Bukhara, Bukhara Region, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • B.Naqshband 100, 200118, Bukhara, Bukhara Region, Uzbekistan | We all meet in front of Sultan Hotel Bukhara
    • Buxoro, Buxoro Viloyati, Uzbekistan