An exciting Tajikistan classic tour will introduce you to the ancient Zoroastrian monuments, fabulous cities of the Great Silk Road, incredibly beautiful lakes and majestic Pamir. Discover ancient cities of Khujand, Penjikent and Istaravshan. You will see colorful lakes of Fan Mountains, visit the bright and noisy bazaars, museums and mosques, taste the cuisine in a very Tajik teahouse (chayhana).
Best time to visit Tajikistan: June to mid-September
Arrive in Dushanbe.
You will be met by our representative and transferred to the hotel.
Check-in to the hotel at 14:00 hrs.
Start city tour in the capital and the biggest city of Tajikistan. Visit Tajikistan National Museum of Antiquities, where the famous statue of Buddha in Nirvana is preserved. Continue to the Botanical garden, favorite leisure venue of locals. The next spot is a local bazaar, where you will feel real Tajik spirit and see eastern art of trading.
Head to discover the remains of Hissar Fortress of the 18th century (30 km). Visit local madrassah and a mausoleum. Return to Dushanbe.
Stay overnight in Dushanbe
In the morning depart from Dushanbe and drive to Khujand (300 km, 5-6 h). Drive through Anzob tunnel.
Lunch at local Chaikhana (tearoom).
In the afternoon drive to Istaravshan through Shakhristan tunnel. Visit a local bazaar, Hazrat Shah architectural complex, which consists of Hazrat Shah Mausoleum, the grave of brother of Kusam ibn Abbas, Khudayar Valami Mausoleum, and Namazgah Mosque dating back to 19th century. Continue to Mug Teppe, one of the ancient settlements in Istaravshan. The city is believed to be founded by King Cyrus in the North-East boundary of his empire. Arrival in Khujand. Free time.
Stay overnight in Khujand
Our guide and driver will meet you at the hotel. Start sightseeing in Khujand. Visit the Museum of Archeology and Fortification, Shaikh Muslihiddin Mosque, Panjshanbe Bazaar, the biggest bazaar in Tajikistan, Arbob Palace named after S. Urunhodlaev (20th century) and “Tajik Sea” Kayraccum Hydro Power Station, the symbol of People’s Friendship, built in 1968.
The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Stay overnight in Khujand
Drive to Penjikent (260 km, 5-6 h).
Arrival and check-in at the guest house.
Meet your guide and start sightseeing.
You will visit the Museum of Rudaki, an outstanding poet born in. After, explore Ancient Penjikent where ruins of old Sogdian town reached our days; it was founded in the 5th and abandoned in the 8th century by Arabs. Foundations of houses, a citadel with a couple of Zoroastrian fire temples and city bazaar are visible in the excavated ruins.
Stay overnight in Penjikent
Drive to Seven Lakes (80 km) through the settlement of Sarazm, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Seven lakes of Marguzor are located in the west of Fan Mountains; each of them has its own colour which varies from calming turquoise to mesmerizing purple.
Thereafter, visit the Lake of Khoazorchashma you can stroll to soak up the beautiful scenery you will enjoy a picnic.
After sightseeing, return and drive back to Penjikent (80 km).
Stay overnight in Penjikent
Drive to Saritag via Iskanderkul (240 km, 6-7 h). According to the legend, the Lake Iskanderkul was named after Alexander the Great, known as Iskander in the East. People say that Alexander the Great's path to India passed by this lake. Arrival in Saritag
Stay overnight in Saritag
Drive to Dushanbe (160 km, 3-4 h).
Arrival in Dushanbe. Free time.
Stay overnight in Dushanbe.
Check-out from the hotel at noon.
Free time until transfer to Dushanbe Airport.
Depart Dushanbe and take flight home.
- Price is per person / sharing double/twin room
- Price is for land arrangements only, for minimum of 4 participants
- Price is subject to change without prior notice. Terms and Conditions Apply
- Price is subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.
- INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED (can be quoted and arranged separately)
Inclusions:
~ Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing [Economy Hotels], breakfasts included;
~ Transport throughout the tour;
~ Meals as indicated in the itinerary
~ Sightseeing tour program in each city with service of an English-speaking guide;
~ Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
Remarks:
~ Please note that itinerary and prices are subject to change due to airline and train schedule changes, currency fluctuations and other unforeseeable events.
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