Bukhara is a museum in the open air
Joined 2025
Guests will become acquainted with the history, culture and customs of the Uzbek people, as well as colorful oriental architectural monuments. Delicious foods, vegetables, national sweets and beautiful photos will impress and make remember the unforgettable excursion in Bukhara for a long time.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Labi Hauz Ensemble
- Pond near which there is Nasriddin Khodja's monument.
Labi Hauz Ensemble
This Ensemble is located at the heart of the Old City and consists of 3 historical monuments (Kukeldash madrasah, Nadir Divanbegi madrasah and Nadir Divanbegi Khanaqa) built during 16th-17th centuries and under UNESCO. This place also famous as "Love Story", pond with fountain and swans, beloved pot spot by the guests as well as locals.
Bukhara Jewish Quarter
Here You will be introduced with the history of the appearance of the first Jews in Bukhara, their culture, traditions, houses and visit to Bukhara Jewish Synagogue from 16th century.
Bukhara Puppet Workshop-Museum
Here You will see an exclusive collection of Uzbek theatrical puppets, get familiar with puppet making process and can watch music puppet show by masters. Puppets of Bukhara Emir with his harem is fascinating.
Caravansarais and Trading Domes
You will walk through caravansarais and trading domes street, will explore uzbek national crafts, history of Great Silk Road and many more.
Ulugbek and Abdulazizkhan madrasas
Theses two great madrasas from 15th (Ulugbek, grandson of Amir Temur) and 17th (Abdulazizkhan) centuries are jewels of Bukhara, where You will know about Second Renaissance (15th cc) in Central Asia, unique architectural solutions, Life of Ulugbek as a Ruler and Great Astronomer.
Poi-Kalon Ensemble
This marvel is from 12th-16th centuries and is one of the 8 Wonders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Here You can take amazing photos as well as get to know about Cambridge of the Central Asia - Miri Arab madrasa (16th cc), biggest mosque of Bukhara for 10.000 people Kalon mosque (16th cc) and the Symbol of Bukhara Minorai Kalon (12th cc).
Must visit place at night, as will be illuminated with beautiful lights.
Ark Citadel
This Kremlin of Bukhara founded at IV-III cc BC was the Palace of all Rulers of Bukhara, also know as a city within the city.
You will be introduced to different ruling dynasties of Bukhara, their history, culture, traditions and the Life of the last Emir of Bukhara Emir Alimkhan.
Boloi Haus Mosque and Bukhara Water Tower
This mosque from the 18th cc was a Friday mosque for all rulers of Bukhara and central mosque of the city as well with the best Koran reciters.
Known among tourists as a 40 pillars mosque.
Bukhara Water Tower was a first central water structure in 1930s and now famous place for tourists to explore the city from the top.
Chashmai Ayub and Ismail Samani Mausoleums
Water source of the biblical Job-Ayub (12th-16th cc) is a holy place for locals with holy water. You will be introduced with the history of the mausoleum and the Tree of Prophets.
Samanid's dynasty was a ruling Persian family in 9th-10th cc in Central Asia with the capital in Bukhara. This period was the First Renaissance in Central Asia with world known scientists as Avicenna, Imam Bukhari, Al Khorezmi and many others.
Ending Point
Labi Hauz Ensemble
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Taking photos
Advice for buying souvenirs
Entrance tickets, food, taxi.
-Entrance ticket fees 8-10 USD
-Lunch per person 10 USD
-Taxi about 5 USD
Tour Important Information
* This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes. In hot weathers, hats and sunglasses needed.
* This tour is not recommended for those with severe back/knee problems.
* This tour is wheelchair accessible.
* Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
On Fridays this tour only starts from 14:30, as we have Friday praying.
Important message from the supplier
On Fridays, I can work in the afternoons only.
Also I provide professional guide services in Samarkand, too. Please contact me if you want to start your tour from Samarkand.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2025
About Tour Guide Mirfayz N.
Good day Dear guests! My name is Mirfayz and I am a professional licensed guide in Uzbekistan with more than 10 years of experience. Studied and worked abroad, I offer interesting and educational excursions. All guests will be very impressed and will remember the unforgettable excursion in Bukhara for a long time.
$80/ per group
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