A walking-focused day through Bukhara’s compact historic centre, covering the Kalyan complex, trading domes, Lyabi-Hauz, the Ark and Samanid monuments while leaving time to meet local artisans.
09:00. Tour Start
Meet your guide at the hotel and begin the tour.
09:15. Po-i-Kalyan Complex
Explore the Kalyan Minaret, Kalyan Mosque and Mir-i-Arab Madrasa.
10:30. Trading Domes and Artisan Lanes
Walk through the trading domes and artisan lanes of the old city.
11:30. Magoki-Attori and Lyabi-Hauz
Walk through the Po-i-Kalyan ensemble, trading domes, Magoki-Attori Mosque and Lyabi-Hauz.
13:00. Local Lunch
Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant or family home.
14:30. Ark Citadel and Bolo-Hauz Mosque
Visit the Ark Citadel and Bolo-Hauz Mosque.
16:00. Samanid Mausoleum and Chashma-Ayub
See the Samanid Mausoleum, Chashma-Ayub and the local market.
17:00. Artisan Workshops
Meet local artisans in embroidery, miniature painting, metalwork and carpet workshops.
18:00. Departure Transfer
Transfer to the airport or railway station for departure.
