Samarkand, Penjikent and the Seven Lakes
- Depart Samarkand early in the morning and transfer to the Jartepa border.
Complete border crossing procedures, which typically take between 30 minutes and 1 hour.
Meet the guide and driver on the Tajikistan side of the border.
Transfer to the town of Penjikent.
Visit the Rudaki Museum to learn about the famous Persian poet and the region's cultural heritage.
Explore the ancient ruins of Penjikent, an important archaeological site of the Sogdian civilization.
Proceed to the Seven Lakes, also known as the Marguzor Lakes, located in the Fann Mountains.
Discover the unique colors of each lake, ranging from deep blue to indigo, depending on the sun's position.
Visit each of the seven lakes: Nezhigon, Soya, Gushor, Nofin, Hurdak, Marguzor, and Hazorchashma.
Enjoy the stunning mountain scenery and take time for photos.
In the afternoon, return to the Jartepa border for crossing back into Uzbekistan.
Meet the driver on the Uzbekistan side of the border.
Transfer back to your hotel in Samarkand.
Conclude the tour with arrival at the hotel.
