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Tajikistan 2 day tour from Samarkand and back
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 2d
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Explore the most ancient archeological site of the region - Ancient Sarazm
- Explore Panjakent city
- Immerse yourself back to Stone Age by visiting Voru village
- Walk and enjoy in nature of famous Fann Mountains
- Visit Haftkul - Seven Lakes of 7 different shapes, color, size, name, altitude
Activity location
- Samarkand
- Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Samarkand
- Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
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2 - day tour from Samarkand into Tajikistan and back
- 2d
- English
What's included, what's not
- THE PRICE INCLUDES:
- All transfers, driver and transport;
- All accommodation;
- All meals (B.L.D.)
- All entrance and sightseeing fees;
- 1L bottled water per day for each
- Guide/interpreter service;
- VAT Tax and Profit of organization;
- Eco Tax;
- THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Visa if required
- All personal expenses (extra luggage fee, room service, medical expenses/insurance, etc.)
- Tips to the stuff;
- Single accommodation (additional 20$ should be paid)
Know before you book
- Not suitable for: Wheelchair users
What you can expect
Day 1 Samarkand border- Panjakent- Rudaki Mausoleum- Voru village
Meeting at Jartepa border and you will head to Panjakent to start the tour.
Panjakent: an ancient welcome to Tajikistan
Panjakent was once the capital of the Sogdian Empire, a Zoroastrian civilization well predating Islam in the region.
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 get your first taste of Tajik hospitality.
• Old Panjakent: The 1,500+ year old ruins of ancient Panjaken .The hilltop site spans several kilometers; roam through it at your leisure. Here archaeologists found remarkably well-preserved frescoes.
Then driving toward a quite strange place of the country, to the heart of the Fann Mountains! Now it is all about history, nature and people that speak quite different language and live totally strange (Stone Age village). It's name is Voru. The main thing which amaze every visitors is the location of the houses. Voru differ from other village for his strange and various traditions and cultures. It seems like a grandiose multistorey in the heart of skyscraper mountains. It is one of that villages that here lives representative of Sogdian nationality, nation that were followers of Zoroaster. Here just WOWW . Dinner in the guesthouse. Overnight at traditional Guesthouse - Familystay.
Day 2 Voru village - Seven Lakes - Samarkand border
Seven Lakes (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! Aside from the azure lakes, there are plenty of villages to wander through, with many kind locals happy invite travelers for tea. After exploring the lakes, afternoon drive to Samarkand border for departure. End of the tour.
Location
Activity location
- Samarkand
- Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- Samarkand
- Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan