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Tajikistan · Archaeology
The journey
Discover Tajikistan's highlights on a 3-day jeep tour from Dushanbe, combining the capital city's sightseeing with the dramatic mountain scenery of Iskandarkul Lake and the historic treasures of Panjakent. Travel through the Anzob Pass and Istiqlol Tunnel, admire the northern slopes of the Gissar Range in the Fann Mountains, and see natural attractions such as Snake Lake, Five Springs, and the waterfall known as the "Fan Niagara." The journey also includes Sarazm Settlement, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Mosque of Olim-dodkhoh complex, and the ruins of Old Panjakent.
Discover Tajikistan's highlights on a 3-day jeep tour from Dushanbe, combining the capital city's sightseeing with the dramatic mountain scenery of Iskandarkul Lake and the historic treasures of Panjakent.
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At a glance
Day by day
Upon arrival at Dushanbe International Airport, meet your Tajik guide and transfer to the hotel. Guaranteed early check-in at the hotel is included upon your arrival.
Start sightseeing in Dushanbe, the capital and biggest city of Tajikistan. Then, enjoy lunch and dinner at the best national restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
Drive via Anzob Pass (3372 m), the Istiqlol Tunnel, and along the Iskandardarya River to Iskandarkul Lake. The highway is asphalted, and along the way, you can enjoy the beauty of nature, mountain landscapes, and the smells of spices. Iskandarkul is one of the most beautiful lakes and offers an excellent panorama. The water in the lake is very cold and clear. It lies on the northern slopes of the Gissar Range in the Fann Mountains.
Wander around Iskandarkul and have lunch there. See Snake Lake, Five Springs, and especially the waterfall that tourists call the "Fan Niagara."
Drive to Panjakent city and enjoy dinner at the best national restaurant.
Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast, continue sightseeing around Panjakent city.
Drive to Sarazm Settlement, which is more than 5500 years old. Sarazm Settlement was recognized and inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2010.
Then, head to the Mosque of Olim-dodkhoh (XVIc), the Madrasah of Olim-dodkhoh (XVIc), the Minoret of the Mosque of Olim-dodkhoh (XVIc), and Sanjarshoh settlement.
See the ruins of Old Panjakent and then drive to the border for departure.
Where this trip takes you
Iskandarkul Lake, Anzob Pass and Istiqlol Tunnel, Sarazm Settlement
The route
The fine print
All transfers and transport
Meals (L.D.)
All entrance and sightseeing fees
1 L bottled water per day for each person
Tajik/Tajikistani guide service
VAT tax and profit of organization
Eco tax
Visa and international flight
Photo and video charges
All personal expenses (extra luggage fee, room service, medical expenses/insurance, etc.)
Fees for extra services (folklore performance, meetings)
Tips for the guide and driver
Other beverages
All accommodations
This is a very interesting tour at a cheaper price.
You can see many things on this short tour.
Any changes, whether longer or shorter, can be made to this tour depending on the guests' requests.
Jeep tour 2020: Dushanbe - Iskandarkul Lake - Ancient Panjakent - Samarqand border.
Logistics
Your 3 days finish where they began, in Dushanbe.
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