Private All-inclusive Day Tour To Seven Lakes And Panjakent From Samarkand
Highlights
Panjakent
Private Tour
1 Day
Easy
English, German, Persian, Russian
Languages
English, German, Persian, Russian
Description
Embark on a one-day journey exploring the ancient ruins of Sarazm Settlement, offering insights into Central Asia's first agricultural society. Afterward, immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Panjakent Central Bazaar, where you can indulge in local snacks and hospitality. Continue your adventure by marveling at the serene beauty of the Seven Lakes in the Fann Mountains, culminating in a tranquil stroll to Haft Kul's final gem, Hazor Chashma. Conclude your day at the Samarkand, bidding farewell to an enriching day of discovery.
Itinerary
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Samarkand - Tajikistan/Jartepa border
Meet our uzbek driver in your hotel lobby at 08:00 am and drive to the Tajikistan border. Arrival at the border at 09:00am. Cross border walking to Tajikistan side (typically takes around 30 min). Meet our Tajik team. Start the tour!
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Ancient Sarazm Settlement ruins
- Visit: 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.
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Panjakent Central Bazaar
- Visit - 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.
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Old Mosque and Madrasah of Olim Dodkhoh
- A short visit to central Old Mosque and Madrasah of Olim Dodkhoh.
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Seven lakes and Fann Mountains
- After the city sightseeing, driving to Seven Lakes in the Fann Mountains.
- Stop at each lake for photos and short walks.
- Then an optional 1-2h short hike to the final lake of Haft Kul: Hazor Chashma, thousand springs. The slope is gentle, the altitude low (the lake is around 2,400 m/7870 ft).
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Jarteppa border - Samarkand
- Later driving back to Samarkand border for departure.
- Arrive at the border around 04:00 - 05:00 pm.
- Cross border walking back to Uzbekistan side. Meet our uzbek driver for further transfer back to your hotel in Samarkand.
End of the tour.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
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