Bukhara: Exclusive Old Town & Countryside Combo Full Day Tour

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7–8 hours
Private
Bukhara
Language: English, Russian, Turkish and more
Overview

Explore Bukhara's Old Town and its countryside in one seamless day with a professional local guide. Comfortable transport with hotel pickup is included for a smooth, hassle-free experience.

Highlights
  • Private full-day tour with professional guide
  • Explore both city and countryside highlights
  • Visit the stunning Sitorai Mokhi-Khosa Summer Palace
  • Comprehensive experience of Bukhara’s history
  • Hotel pickup included

Included

  • Professional, licensed private guide
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • Hotel pickup
  • Bottled water

Not Included

  • Lunch and other meals
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Entrance fees
Combined City Tour in Bukhara
Meeting Point: Meet your guide and driver at your hotel lobby or arrive at the meeting point to begin the combined city tour in Bukhara following the itinerary below.
  • Chor Minor Madrasah (By Car) - Chor Minor Madrasah is a small but unique historical monument in Bukhara, built in 1807 by a wealthy Turkmen merchant named Khalif Niyazkul.
  • Sitorai Mokhi Khosa Palace (By Car) - Summer residence of the Emir of Bukhara located outside the city.
  • Ismail Samani Mausoleum (By Car) - The oldest preserved monument in Bukhara built in the 9th century.
  • Chashma Ayyub Mausoleum (By Car) - Sacred spring associated with the legend of Prophet Job.
  • Bolo Havuz Mosque (By Car) - A functioning mosque famous for its carved wooden pillars.
  • Ark Fortress (By Car) - The ancient citadel of the Emirs and the largest museum complex in Bukhara.
  • Break for Lunch (Optional): Have lunch at a local cafe or teahouse then continue the Walking Part of the Tour inside the Old Town.
  • Kalyan Mosque - The largest mosque in Bukhara, once accommodating up to 10,000 worshippers.
  • Kalyan Minaret - The famous tower of Bukhara built in 1127.
  • Miri-Arab Madrasah - A 16th-century madrasa that is still functioning today.
  • Toqi Zargaron - Historic trading dome once used by jewelers.
  • Ulugbek Madrasah - An example of Timurid architecture from the 15th century.
  • Abdulazizkhan Madrasah - Known for its richly decorated walls and colorful mosaics.
  • Toqi Telpakfurushon - An old trading dome where traditional headcovers were sold.
  • Magoki Attori Mosque - Now used as a Carpet Museum, believed to stand on an ancient Zoroastrian temple site.
  • Toqi Sarrafon - An old trading dome once used by money changers.
  • Lyabi Khauz Ensemble - The central square of the old town with Kukeldash Madrasah, Nodir Devonbegi Madrasah, Nodir Devonbegi Khanakah and the historic pool.
Tour Duration: Approximately 6-8 hours
Finish: After the excursion, optional transfer to the hotel.