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A historical site with a large wall, a gate, and a tree. 1
A historic square with a mosque, domes, and minarets. 2
A courtyard with columns, arches, and a large building in the background. 3
A historic building with intricate blue and white tile work, arched windows, and a central entrance. 4
A large historical building with a dome and minarets, surrounded by a crowd of people. 5
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Free cancellation available
Price is €60 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover the magic of the ancient Silk Road on a private walking tour through Bukhara's UNESCO-listed Old Town. Explore magnificent mosques, medieval madrasahs, historic trading domes, and architectural masterpieces with a knowledgeable local guide.

    Begin at the beautiful Bolo Hauz Mosque before stepping inside the legendary Ark Fortress, once home to Bukhara's powerful emirs. Admire the iconic Kalon Minaret, explore centuries-old Silk Road bazaars, and discover the fascinating history of Ulugbek Madrasah and Magoki Attori Mosque.

    Continue to the picturesque Lyab-i-Hauz ensemble and Kukaldosh Madrasah, where Bukhara's rich cultural heritage comes to life.

    Enjoy a personalised experience filled with captivating stories about rulers, merchants, scholars, and local traditions. Perfect for travellers seeking an authentic introduction to one of Central Asia's most remarkable cities.

Activity location

  • Moschea Bolo-khauz
    • Registan square
    • Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Labi Hovuz
    • Buxoro, Buxoro Viloyati, Uzbekistan

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The Old Town Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Thu 08:00-21:00
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
€29.85 x 2 Travellers€59.70
Total
Price is €59.70
Until Wed, 11 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Tax included
  • Exclusions
    Mosque Kalon
  • Exclusions
    Ark of Bukhara

Know before you book

    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
    • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
    • Female guide available
    • 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

Moschea Bolo-khauz

  • 20m
Begin your journey at the beautiful Bolo Hauz Mosque, famous for its elegant wooden columns, richly decorated ceiling, and peaceful reflecting pool. Discover the mosque's historical connection to Bukhara's rulers and admire one of the city's finest examples of traditional wooden architecture.

Ark of Bukhara

  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Step inside the legendary Ark Fortress, the former royal residence and administrative centre of Bukhara's emirs. Explore the historic citadel and its museum exhibitions while learning about royal ceremonies, court life, and the dramatic events that shaped the city's history. Your guide will introduce you to the fortress's remarkable past and explain its importance in Bukhara's political and cultural development.

Great Minaret of the Kalon

  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Admire the magnificent Kalon Minaret, one of the most impressive surviving monuments of medieval Central Asia. Built in the 12th century, this architectural masterpiece is celebrated for its extraordinary decorative brickwork and towering proportions. Discover the history of the Poi Kalon ensemble and learn about the minaret's religious and architectural significance.

Taqi-Zargaron

  • 20m
Explore the historic jewellers' trading dome, once an important marketplace along the Silk Road. Discover how merchants and craftsmen contributed to Bukhara's prosperity and learn about the traditional jewellery-making and trading activities associated with this remarkable covered bazaar.

Ulugbek Madrasah

  • 20m
Discover one of Central Asia's oldest surviving madrasahs, built in the early 15th century under the patronage of Ulugbek, the famous Timurid ruler and astronomer. Admire its elegant architecture and learn about the importance of education, mathematics, astronomy, and Islamic scholarship in medieval Bukhara.

Taqi-Telpakfurushon Market

  • 20m
Continue through the historic hat sellers' trading dome, where traditional headwear and other goods were once traded. Learn about Bukhara's vibrant commercial traditions and discover how specialised marketplaces connected different parts of the medieval city.

Magoki Attori Mosque and Carpet Museum

  • 25m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit one of Bukhara's oldest surviving mosques, famous for its unusual position below the surrounding street level and its remarkable medieval architecture. Discover the site's long religious history and learn how successive periods of construction have shaped this fascinating monument.

Taqi-Sarrafon Market

  • 20m
Walk through the historic money changers' trading dome, where merchants once exchanged currencies from across the Silk Road. Learn about Bukhara's importance as a commercial centre and discover how international trade influenced the city's economic and cultural development.

Lyab-i-Hauz

  • 45m
Experience the charming atmosphere of Lyab-i-Hauz, one of Bukhara's most beloved historic squares. Admire the picturesque pool, centuries-old mulberry trees, and surrounding architectural monuments, including the Nadir Divan-Begi Madrasah and Khanaka. Discover how this historic square became an important gathering place for merchants, scholars, and residents.

Kukaldosh Madrasah

  • 20m
Conclude your journey at Kukaldosh Madrasah, one of the largest historic educational institutions in Bukhara. Admire its impressive architecture and learn about the traditions of Islamic education and the city's long-standing reputation as a centre of learning and scholarship.

Location

Activity location

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    Moschea Bolo-khauz
    • Registan square
    • Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Labi Hovuz
    • Buxoro, Buxoro Viloyati, Uzbekistan

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