Tajikistan Northern Tour From Samarkand
About this tour
This tour helps you to acquaint with Tajikistan northern history, culture, traditions and one of the most significant natural creatures in Central Asia, Haftkul(means Seven lakes). Also you you will visit a very old historical value of Ancient Sarazm which there was risen The Zoroastrian Civilization.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Samarkand, Uzbekistan to Panjakent, Tajikistan
Day 1: Jarteppa border - Panjakent( 30 minutes) Meeting in Jarteppa border(Samarkand and Panjakent border). I will take you from the border to Panjakent city and our trip will begin. Panjakent: an ancient welcome to Tajikistan Panjakent was once the capital of the Sogdian Empire, a Zoroastrian civilization well predating Islam in the region. Though most people travel to Tajikistan for trekking, there are several ancient sites in the area worth visiting on your way to the mountains. Part of your day is for crossing from Uzbekistan to Tajikistan, but it’s so easy you should still have time for checking out some ruins and relics. Places to visit around Panjakent: Sarazm: A stone’s throw away from the border crossing are the UNESCO-listed ruins of Sarazm. More than 5,000 years old, they’re remains of the first agricultural society in Central Asia. A remarkably tall human skeleton, dubbed the “Princess of Sarazm”, was found here with some of her ornaments. Archaeologists also found artifacts indicating ancient trading routes stretching as far as modern day Iran and Pakistan. Panjakent Bazaar: This bazaar has a beautiful central building ringed by brick archways. It’s a good place to stock up on trekking snacks like nuts and dried fruits, or get your first taste of Tajik hospitality. Old Panjakent: The 1,500+ year old ruins of ancient Panjakent are outside the city, accessible by taxi or hitchhiking. The hilltop site spans several kilometers; roam through it at your leisure. Here archaeologists found remarkably well-preserved frescoes. They’ve since been relocated to the Rudaki Museum in Panjakent, the National Museum in Dushanbe, and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russia. You can see copies in the small museum at the Old Panjakent entrance. Overnight in hotel.
Day 2: Panjakent, Tajikistan to Seven Lakes, Tajikistan
Day 2:Panjakent - Seven Lakes(4-5 hours with average speed) Haft Kul: 7 teary lakes Seven small lakes make up the Haft Kul, “ lakes”, in northwest Tajikistan. Legend says they’re the tears of the daughters of a missing man. Science says they were created after earthquakes altered the Shing River’s course. Whichever version you prefer, the Haft Kul road is one of Tajikistan’s most accessible treks; the perfect introduction to Tajikistan’s natural beauty. To the lakes! Getting to the Haft Kul can be as easy or as strenuous as you like—you decide how far to trek. Once you’ve reached your desired sleeping spot, put away your belongings and enjoy the surroundings! Aside from the azure lakes, there are plenty of villages to wander through, with many kind locals happy invite travelers for tea. Overnight in homestay.
Day 3: Seven Lakes, Tajikistan to Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Today is an easy short hiking to the final lake of Haft Kul: Hazor Chashma, thousand springs The slope is gentle, the altitude low (the th lake is around 2,400 m/7870 ft), so you won’t be heaving too hard. It will take you a full day to do the entire hike with stops. After finishing the tour driving back to Jarteppa boder around noon . End of tour.
What's included
-Guide - Breakfasts - Lunchs - Dinners - All accommodation ; - Beverages (non-alcoholic) - Transport and driver services - Fuel, Petrol - All taxes - all Entrance tickets
- Visa if required - Transfer from your hotel to the border and back - Tips to the stuff
What to know
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Route & locations
Samarkand, Uzbekistan to Panjakent, Tajikistan