Dushanbe, One Day Excursion
In this very short time, we'll journey through a civilization that existed for 5,500 years and return to the modern center of this cultural heritage.
You won't believe it, but the world's tallest flag is in Dushanbe! It's listed in the Guinness Book of World Records. Exciting research in the vibrant city of Dushanbe has revealed a wealth of artifacts from ancient people who lived here at the end of the Stone Age, during the Neolithic era, between the 4th and 3rd millennia BC.
On this one-day tour, we'll have the incredible opportunity to visit the most important landmarks of Dushanbe, including the Ismail Somoni Complex, the National Library, the Palace of the Nation, the National Museum, the Flagpole (the tallest in the world), the Kokhi (Palace) Navruz (the largest teahouse), the Istiklol (Independence) Complex, Iram Garden, and the Mehrgan Bazaar.
Dushanbe City Tour & Hissar Fortress
Discover the new capital of Tajikistan Dushanbe and the ancient town Hissar. Today you will go to the fortress of Hisar (VII–XVII centuries), which is 35 km away from the city. There are fortified areas and a citadel on this historical site. The fortress served as the residence of the Emir of Bukhara. Its location was on a high hill, and the gun loopholes protected a 1-meter wall. Inside the fortress, there was a garden, and opposite, there was a lively market with a caravanserai and shops. After you willvisit main sights of Dushanbe: National Museum, Mosque, Bazar, independence square.
Dushanbe City Private Tour
Dushanbe City Tour will introduce you to the capital of Tajikistan. You will visit main sights of the city: National Museum of Antiquities, Grand Mosque, Grand Bazar and monument of Ismail Somoni.
The capital city of Tajikistan, is a wonderful destination for tourists due to its rich history, culture, and stunning architecture. The city is renowned for its magnificent monuments and beautiful parks, which attract more and more visitors every year. Dushanbe citytour is just the perfect way to explore this vibrant city with a local and reliable guide.
ISKANDARKUL - Live Legend, One-day tour
The lake is located in the north, approximately 180 km (3-hour drive one way) from Dushanbe. It is named after Alexander the Great, who visited the region during his campaign to India from Central Asia. The Lake is located in the Fan Mountains, a region renowned for its natural beauty, and has a rich and significant history.
During this tour, participants will have the opportunity to visit five remarkable locations, each with its own unique history and natural beauty.
BUCEPHALUS CAVE. Legend has it that the Macedonian horse, Bucephalus, drank water from the lake during a rest stop after a long journey and fell ill...
FANN WATERFALL.The nearby 43-meter waterfall, known as "Fan Niagara," is another notable attraction...
KULI MORON. In the vicinity of Iskanderkul is another lake known as Kuli Moron (Snake Lake)...
PANJ-CHASHMA. The location known as "Panj-chashma" – meaning "Five Springs" ...
Full Day Private Tour of Dushanbe City and Hissor Fortress
Explore best of Dushanbe and Hisor Fortress trip with a local guide in this full day private tour. Visit top sights of Dushanbe as capital of the country. Trip to one of the most preserved historical sights of Tajikistan. Enjoy colorful market of Dushanbe. With this tour you deeply acquaint with the city, on religious side, cultural side, historical side, life of locals along with others.. Let us show you real Dushanbe from eyes of a local!
Tajikistan & Kyrgyzstan cultural tour along Pamir Highway
Highlights:
• Museum of Antiquities – rich with wonderful collection of Buddhist art from the lost cities of ancient Kushan empire, the Greco-Bactrian periods’ with biggest in the world statue of Buddha in Nirvana.
• Yashilkul Lake 3715m and travelling along enchanting Pamir Highway with epic landscapes surrounded by snowcapped peaks.
• The cultural heritage of ancient Silk Road: ruins of ancient fortifications of Yamchun IV-I B.C and Kaahka III-I B.C, Buddhist ziggurats, petroglyphs and paintings of different ages, Pamiri house, solar calendars and other mysteries of Wakhan valley.
• A day trek to the basecamp of Peak Engels 6507m with sightseeing of more than 8000 ancient petroglyphs dated back to Bronze era, remote areas with unspoiled nature, memorable views and lifestyle of locals in Langar.
• Yak riding event in Eastern Pamirs, exploration of nomads culture and lifestyle and sightseeing of the base camp of Lenin Peak 7134m. Yurt-stay and fantastic views of Tulparkul lake 3500m
Hisar Fortress, One-day tour
The Hissar Fortress, one of the most famous historical monuments of Tajikistan.
The fortress was built about 3000 years ago, during the heyday, when the routes of the Great Silk Road passed near Hissar. The Hissar Fortress is one of the oldest and largest architectural monuments of Central Asia.
Now it is an open-air museum with an area of 86 hectares, located on the site of an ancient settlement. It is located 30 km from the capital of Tajikistan.
For a long time, the Hissar fortress served as the residence of the governor of the Emir of Bukhara. To date, only two cylindrical towers and structures around the main gate, forming a pointed arch and built on the instructions of the emir of Bukhara in the XVI century.
There are legends about the Hissar Fortress, which have accumulated a lot over several millennia of known history. According to one, Afrosiyob built the citadel to protect himself from Rustam. They are both famous heroic characters of Firdousi's famous epic poem "Shahnameh".
SEVEN LAKES from Samarkand, One-Day tour
Explore beautiful mountain and lake landscapes in one day.
"Haft Kul" or "Seven Lakes" is the name of cascading lakes among the legendary Fann Mountains in the northwestern part of Tajikistan, near Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
A group of mountain lakes amaze visitors with their bright and constantly changing colors. Each lake has its own name: the lowest lake, which travelers usually meet first, is called Mijgon. Next are Soya, Hushor, Nofin, Khurdak, Marguzor (the largest) and Hazorchashma (the highest).
Seven lakes are in the Fan Mountains, in the gorge of the Shing River. Ancient petroglyphs discovered on the shore of one of the lakes indicate that the lakes are quite old. The lowest lake (Mijgon) is located at an altitude of 1,640 meters, and the highest (Hazorchashma) is 2,400 meters. The height difference between the lowest and highest lakes is 760 meters, and the distance between them is more than 14 km.
Iskandarkul Escape 2 Day Fann Mountains Adventure and Local Stay
Iskandarkul, a picturesque lake in the Fann Mountains, is one of the most beautiful destinations in Tajikistan. Known for its turquoise waters and surrounding rugged peaks, it's a serene escape for nature lovers. This 2-day tour offers a perfect blend of hiking, breathtaking views, and a taste of local hospitality in the nearby village of Saratog.
5 Day in Dushanbe
The capital of Tajikistan, a city of republican significance, the largest scientific, cultural, political, economic, industrial, and administrative center of the country. The highest state authorities of Tajikistan are in Dushanbe, including the residence of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan in the Presidential Palace. The highest flag in the world has been erected in Dushanbe, which is included in the Guinness Book of Records. The population of the city is more than a million people.
The time of the origin of the ancient settlement on the territory of the modern city is not precisely established. During the research conducted on the territory of Dushanbe, various household items of ancient people who lived here at the end of the Stone Age, in the Neolithic era, in the 4-3 millennium BC were discovered, which are currently on display at the National Museum of Antiquities of Tajikistan in the center of the country.
Eastern Legends, Sarazm-Sarez, 12 days
Fabulosity of the East contains in its fairy possessions, which for thousands of years have lived in souls of peoples of the whole world and which have real parentage; however until now — even in conditions of the development of science and technology — they are still remain undisclosed, mysterious and mythical.
Hundreds of these legends have/had taken place on the territory today’s Tajikistan — with the participation and contribution of the ancient Tajik nation.
Some of legends which have cultural, historical features visualize (covered) in this travel program.
WELCOME TO TAJIKISTAN, JOURNEY TO THE FAIRY LAND!
Small Group One Day Tour in Iskandarkul Lake
This tour offers the perfect opportunity to experience the raw beauty and untouched nature of Tajikistan in just one day. Visit Iskanderkul Lake, the legendary birthplace of Alexander the Great. The Live Legend of Alexander the Great.
Today, we will head into the heart of the Fann Mountains and learn about the history, nature and culture of one of the most authentic and beautiful places in Tajikistan. We will also hike through the mountains and around the stunning lake, taking in the breathtaking views.
During the tour, we will visit Iskanderkul Lake, Kuli Morron, the Fann Niagara Waterfall and Panj-Chashma.
Nurek Mountain Lake, One-day tour
Mountain sea can be with great pleasure so called Nurek reservoir, formed in 1972. Indeed, among the mountain range in the South of Tajikistan, noticing the huge area of the water surface, it is impossible not to compare it with the sea, especially the mountain.
The surface area is 98 km2, water volume is 10.5 km3, length — 70 km, width 1 km, the Average depth of the lake is 107 m. the reservoir Level is in the range of 53 m. the reservoir is used for shipping. Discharge of water through the tunnel made in the rock with a length of 5 km.
The mountain sea is filled with clear, mirror fresh water, the source of which is the icy mountains of the Pamir range.
The reservoir was formed at an altitude of 885 meters above sea level under the Nurek dam.
Currently, one of the most powerful hydroelectric power plants in Central Asia, the dam which is listed in the Guinness book of Records as the highest bulk dam in the world. The height of the Nurek hydroelectric dam is 304 meters.
Great Silk Way: Southern, 9 days
Lengthways of Tajikistan permeate three branches of the Great Silk Way: 1) Northern – Sugd’s that draw between Samarqand (Uzbekistan) and Kashgar (China); 2) Eastern-Western - Karategin’s that draw between Sariosiyo (Uzbekistan) and Kashgar (China); 3) Southern - Pamir’s that draw between Termez (Uzbekistan) and Tashkurgan (China).
These ancient ways were formed by Persian, Greek, China and Arab nations which has a huge contribution to the socio-economy relations – trade and culture of all world in V-XII centuries.
In this multi-day tour, we will visit the following attractions:
– Shaartuz: Mausoleum Zayn al-Abidin, Beshai Palangon - mausoleum of Khoja Mashhad – Chiluchorchashma– Bokhtar city
– Bokhtar: Kurgon Hill - Bibikhonum Museum - Buddhist monastery Ajina-Tepe;
– Vose: Hulbuk Fortress;
– Kulob: Mir Said Alii Hamadoni – 2700th anniversary of Kulyab;
– Darvaz / Qal’ai Khumb: Ancient city of Karon
– Khorog: Khorog city – Botanical Garden
– Ishkashim: Garmchashma – Wakhan Valley
4 Days Private Trekking Adventure in Fann Mountains
Why you'll love this trip!
The Fann Mountains may quite possibly be the best trekking destination you’ve probably never heard of. In Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains you’ll find yourself surrounded by sky-scraping jagged mountains, crystal clear lakes of azure and the warm heart & legendary hospitality of the local people. Although-This is a remote stretch of Earth where you could go days without seeing another soul and that’s as much of its charm as is the stark sceneries.
Great Silk Road in Tajikistan: Northern, 4 days
Lengthways of Tajikistan permeate three branches of the Great Silk Way: 1) Northern – Sugd’s that draw between Samarqand (Uzbekistan) and Kashgar (China); 2) Eastern-Western - Karategin’s that draw between Sariosiyo (Uzbekistan) and Kashgar (China); 3) Southern - Pamir’s that draw between Termez (Uzbekistan) and Tashkurgan (China).
These ancient ways were formed by Persian, Greek, China and Arab nations which has a huge contribution to the socio-economy relations – trade and culture of all world in V-XII centuries.
WELCOME TO TAJIKISTAN, JOURNEY TO THE FAIRY LAND!
This tour package cover north part of Silk Way including following legendary and historic places:
Panjakent city – ancient Sarazm – Rudaki mausoleum - Istaravshan city– Hazrati Shoh mausoleum – Kok-Gumbaz – Handicraft Avenue - Central square of Khujand – Khujand Fortress – Jomi Mosque – Panjshanbe Bazar – Arbob Cultural Palace and museum - City of Qayroqqum – Bahoriston resort – Tajik Sea, Qayroqqum reservoir
Eastern Legends II, 8 days
Fabulosity of the East contains in its fairy possessions, which for thousands of years have lived in souls of peoples of the whole world and which have real parentage; however until now — even in conditions of the development of science and technology — they are still remain undisclosed, mysterious and mythical.
Hundreds of these legends have/had taken place on the territory today’s Tajikistan — with the participation and contribution of the ancient Tajik nation.
Some of legends which have cultural, historical features visualize (covered) in this travel program
7 Day Pamir Tour Your Journey to the Roof of the World
What sets our tour apart is the combination of authentic local knowledge, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural immersion. As a local tour operator from Tajikistan, we don’t just take travelers to famous landmarks — we introduce them to the real Pamir experience. Our journey follows the legendary Pamir Highway and Wakhan Corridor, with visits to ancient fortresses, alpine lakes, hot springs, and traditional villages rarely seen by ordinary tourists. Along the way, guests experience genuine Pamiri hospitality, local culture, and some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world, all with experienced local guides and carefully organized Itineraries designed for comfort, safety, and unforgettable memories.
7-Day Pamir Highway Adventure: Dushanbe to Osh
Journey along the legendary Pamir Highway (M41) over seven unforgettable days, from Dushanbe to Osh. Traverse mountain roads, dramatic gorges, and remote lakes while immersing yourself in the rich culture of Pamiri villages. Experience breathtaking views of the Hindu Kush and cross the Taldyk Pass at 3,615 meters. Stay in cozy guesthouses and a yurt camp, ensuring a unique blend of comfort and adventure throughout your travels. Ideal for travelers seeking cultural immersion and stunning landscapes.
- Explore the stunning Pamir Highway and its breathtaking scenery
- Stay in guesthouses and a yurt camp for an authentic experience
- Visit significant sites like Yashilkul Lake and the Wakhan Valley
- Suitable for adventurous travelers looking for remote, picturesque locations
Fann Mountains Seven Lake, Artuch, Iskander Lake and Guide ️
You can travel with us for a day trip to Iskandar Lake. This trip will be a memorable experience for nature lovers. For customers who want to explore the beautiful nature of mountains and lakes, I recommend Iskandar Lake. You can enter there with a minimum of 50 somoni and you can have a picnic near the lake, swim and enjoy. An English and Russian-speaking guide will help you with this.
13-Day Pamir Adventure: Dushanbe to Osh in a Soviet UAZ Van
Only 2 departures from Dushanbe to Osh:
- July 14th to July 26th (sold out)
- September 10th to September 22nd
Our Pamir Highway Expedition isn’t just a tour, it’s an all-inclusive adventure through one of the world’s most remote and breathtaking regions. Unlike other tours, everything is included: meals, accommodations, tips, Wakhan Corridor and Afghan market, and an experienced English-speaking guide for a seamless journey.
We also include one of the most remote area of the Pamir (Jarty Gumbez) and URBEX explorations.
What sets us apart is our legendary UAZ Expedition van, a rugged Soviet-era vehicle customized for the challenging terrains of the Pamirs. Traveling in this iconic van adds authenticity and adventure, making every mile unforgettable.
With small groups (6 people max), personalized service, and no hidden costs, this is your chance to explore Central Asia’s wild beauty on a once-in-a-lifetime journey.
Wakhan Valley tour, 7 day
The Wakhan valley is located between in south-west of Tajikistan in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Province and north-east of Afghanistan. It contains the headwaters of the Amu Darya River, and was an ancient corridor for travelers from the Tarim Basin to Badakshan. An 1873 agreement between UK and Russia split the Wakhan by delimiting spheres of influence for the two countries at the Pyanj and Pamir rivers, and an agreement between Britain and Afghanistan in 1893 confirmed the new border.
The Wakhan is connected to Tashkurgan Tajik County, China, by a long, narrow strip called the Wakhan Corridor, which separates the Gorno-Badakhshan region of Tajikistan from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Gilgit-Baltistan of Pakistan. Historically the Wakhan has been an important region for thousands of years as it is where the Western and Eastern portions of Central Asia meet.
Iskanderkul & Seven Lakes: 2-Day Mountain Adventure from Dushanbe
Get mesmerized by Tajikistan's magnificent Fann Mountains, a trekking destination with dazzling blue and green alpine lakes, dramatic river valleys, and countless mountain villages you probably didn't even know existed.
Dushanbe to Iskandarkul lake
Iskanderkul is a mountain lake of glacial origin in Tajikistan's Sughd Province. It lies at an altitude of 2,195 meters (7,201 ft) on the northern slopes of the Gissar Range in the Fann Mountains. Triangular in shape, it has a surface area of 3.4 square kilometers (1.3 sq mi) and is up to 72 meters (236 ft) deep. Claimed to be one of the most beautiful mountain lakes in the former Soviet Union, it is a popular tourist destination. The English speaking tour guide will tell you about the history and myths of this beautiful lake.