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By Travel company Marco Polo
Free cancellation available
Price is €2,554 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 7d
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Tajikistan on this comprehensive 7-day tour. Starting in the capital Dushanbe, explore significant landmarks including the National Museum, Rudaki Park, and vibrant bazaars. The journey continues to Khujand, known for its Silk Road history, and ancient Penjikent with its UNESCO-listed ruins. Enjoy the stunning Seven Lakes and Lake Iskanderkul, famed for its natural beauty and legends of Alexander the Great. This tour offers comfortable accommodation, all breakfasts, and expert guide services for an enriching experience.

    • Discover Dushanbe's highlights: parks, museums, and bazaars
    • Visit historical cities: Khujand and Penjikent
    • Explore the natural wonders of Seven Lakes and Iskanderkul
    • Includes all transport, accommodation, and daily bottled water

Activity location

  • Dushanbe
    • Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Dushanbe
    • Dushanbe, Tajikistan

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Without English speaking guide

  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • Russian

Standard
With driver/accompanying : This option doesn't include English speaking guide. You will be doing it with just driver, accompanying you throughout tour.
Pickup included

Language options: Russian
Price details
€2,553.89 x 1 Adult€2,553.89
Total
Price is €2,553.89

Classical 7-Day Tour of Tajikistan: History, Culture & Nature

  • Activity duration is 7 days7d
    7d
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
€2,867.52 x 1 Adult€2,867.52
Total
Price is €2,867.52

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    All breakfasts
  • Inclusions
    All accommodation in centrally located 3/4* hotels
  • Inclusions
    All entrance and sightseeing fees
  • Inclusions
    Guide/accompanying service throughout the tour
  • Inclusions
    bottled water in the car
  • Inclusions
    All transfers and transport on private basis
  • Inclusions
    All taxes, including eco and tourist taxes, road tolls
  • Exclusions
    Lunches and dinners
  • Exclusions
    International flights, visa if required
  • Exclusions
    All personal expenses (extra luggage fee, room service, medical expenses/insurance, etc.)

Know before you book

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialised infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Dushanbe. Welcome to Tajikistan!

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: Not included
  • Accommodation: Overnight in a centrally located 3-4* hotel.

Dushanbe (Pass by)

Upon arrival at Dushanbe International Airport, meet our representative and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Free time to rest or explore the city on your own. Overnight in Dushanbe.

Day 2: Exploring Dushanbe – The Heart of Tajikistan After breakfast, embark on a full-day guided city tour

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in a centrally located 3-4* hotel.

Dushanbe

  • 10h
Visit Rudaki Park, the impressive Navruz Palace, and the buzzing Mehrgon Bazaar. Enjoy a traditional Tajik lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, tour Independence Square and the National Museum of Tajikistan. Overnight in Dushanbe.

Day 3: Dushanbe – Khujand

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in a centrally located 3-4* hotel.

Khujand

  • 10h
After breakfast, journey north through the scenic Anzob Pass, stopping for panoramic views and photo opportunities. Arrive in Khujand and explore Pushkin & Kamoli Khujandi Squares, Timur Malik Fortress, Sugd Museum, Muslihiddin Memorial Complex, and the bustling Panjshanbe Bazaar. Enjoy an evening stroll along the Syr Darya river or attend a local music performance. Overnight in Khujand.

Day 4: Khujand - Panjakent

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in a centrally located 3-4* hotel

Panjakent

  • 10h
Travel to Penjikent, stopping at the UNESCO-listed Sarazm archaeological site. In Penjikent, visit the vibrant local bazaar and the Rudaki Museum. Explore the atmospheric ruins of Old Panjakent with a specialist guide. Engage with a local family over tea and sample homemade bread and preserves. Overnight in Penjikent.

Day 5: Panjakent - Seven Lakes - Panjakent

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in a centrally located 3-4* hotel.

Seven Lakes

  • 7h
  • Admission ticket included
Breakfats at hotel. Drive into the Shing Valley to discover the stunning Seven Lakes, each with unique colours and legends. Take a gentle hike between two lakes, visit remote mountain villages, and enjoy a lakeside picnic lunch. Participate in a tea ceremony and listen to traditional stories from village elders. Return to Penjikent. Overnight in Penjikent.

Day 6: Panjakent - Iskanderkul lake - Dushanbe

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Overnight in a centrally located 3-4* hotel.

Iskanderkul Lake

  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast depart for Iskanderkul Lake in the Fann Mountains. Enjoy a nature walk along the lakeshore, visit Snake Lake, and witness the powerful 50-meter waterfall. Savour a scenic lunch of regional dishes at a lakeside guesthouse. Optional: short boat ride or birdwatching. Continue to Dushanbe for your final night. Overnight in Dushanbe

Day 7: Dushanbe - Airport

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast
  • Accommodation: Not included

Dushanbe

  • 30m
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast. For those with late flights, visit a local handicrafts market or relax at a city café. Transfer to Dushanbe International Airport for your departure. Optional post-tour extensions or recommendations available on request. End of tour.

Location

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    Dushanbe
    • Dushanbe, Tajikistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Dushanbe
    • Dushanbe, Tajikistan

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