Seven Lakes Panjakent: One-Day from Samarkand All-Inclusive

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About this activity

Embark on an unforgettable one-day journey from Samarkand to Tajikistan, where history and nature blend seamlessly. Begin your adventure in Panjakent, an ancient city rich in Sogdian heritage, vibrant bazaars, and fascinating archaeological ruins. Explore its historic streets and discover the remnants of a once-thriving civilization.

Next, venture into the breathtaking Seven Lakes, a series of crystal-clear mountain lakes, each boasting a unique color and charm. Nestled within the Fann Mountains, these lakes offer mesmerizing landscapes, fresh mountain air, and serene beauty. Capture stunning views, enjoy a peaceful atmosphere, and immerse yourself in the hospitality of the local people.

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At a glance

Duration: 9–10 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Russian, English
Operated by: TravelBliss LLC

Ages: Adults (2–7 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Lunch
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Driver/instructor and all transfers

Not included

Not included: Personal travel insurance
Not included: Tajikistan visa (if required for your nationality).
Not included: A double-entry visa for Uzbekistan, as you will re-enter the country after visiting Tajikistan.

Itinerary

Samarkand

one hour

Meeting with our guide at the appointed meeting place and transfer to the Uzbek-Tajik border. After arriving at the Uzbek-Tajik border crossing, you will need to cross the border on foot with our guide. After crossing border control, meeting with our driver-partner from Tadjikistan and transfer to Penjikent.
Stop 2

one hour

Visited the ancient city of Sarazm, see the sights of Penjikent and have lunch.
Seven Lakes

5 hours Admission included

The trip to the Seven Lakes lasts the whole day.

You will visit lakes:

the first is Nezhigon (“eyelash”), height 1640 m.,

the second is Soya (“shadow”), height 1740 m.,

third – Gushor, height 1770 m.,

fourth – Nofin, height 1820 m.,

fifth – Khurdak (“baby”), height 1870 m.,

sixth – Marguzor (“meadow”), the largest in the entire chain of lakes, height 2140 m.,

seventh – Khazorchashma (“springs of a thousand”), height 2332 m.

The road from the first lake to the last stretches for 15 kilometers, there are stops at each of the reservoirs, and a full exploration of the sights will last for around 4-5 hours.

In these places, unusual stories, legends and original culture have been preserved: primitive petroglyphs were found nearby, and semi-precious stones were mined here in the Middle Ages.

You can get to Marguzor by car, but you have to walk to Khazorchashm (optional)
Samarkand

one hour

In the evening we return to the border, cross it and go back to Samarkand.