Begin your walk at Nadir Divan Begi Madrasah, then explore the atmospheric Lyabi-Hauz ensemble, a historic gathering place arranged around a tranquil pool and shaded by mature mulberry trees.

Follow the old trading quarter through Bukhara’s celebrated covered bazaars. Toqi Sarrafon once served the city’s money changers; Toqi Telpak Furushon was associated with traditional headwear; and Toqi Zargaron remains a reminder of the jewellers and merchants who helped shape Bukhara’s commercial life.

The route continues to Magok-i-Attari Mosque, a remarkable surviving monument built on a site with earlier pre-Islamic religious structures. Nearby, two madrasahs reveal contrasting styles: Ulughbek Madrasah, founded by the renowned ruler and astronomer, and Abdulaziz Khan Madrasah, distinguished by its elaborate ornament and colourful tilework.

At the heart of the historic city, discover the Poi-Kalyan complex. Its principal landmarks include the expansive Kalyan Mosque, the esteemed Mir-i-Arab Madrasa, and the Kalon Minaret, a striking 12th-century structure that defines Bukhara’s skyline.

Continue to the Ark Fortress, the former seat of the emirs of Bukhara, where historic courtyards and museum exhibits offer a glimpse into the city’s ruling past. Conclude your tour at three notable monuments: the graceful Bolo Hauz Mosque, Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum, a site of spiritual significance, and the Samanid Mausoleum, celebrated as an outstanding example of early Islamic architecture.