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Samarkand: Tajikistan's 7 Lakes Hike with Local Lunch

By Anvarxon Mahdiyev
Free cancellation available
Price is P 8,315 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 10h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Discover the breathtaking beauty of Tajikistan’s famous 7 Lakes
  • Enjoy a traditional Tajik lunch with a local family
  • Walk 5-10 kilometers to breathe in fresh mountain air and connect with nature
  • Learn about the culture and traditions of the people living in the region
  • Visit all 7 colorful alpine lakes with stunning views

Activity location

    • Tashkent
    • Tashkent, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Tashkent
    • Tashkent, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

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Samarkand: Tajikistan's 7 Lakes Hike with Local Lunch

  • Activity duration is 10 hours10h
    10h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 7:00
Price details
P 8,315.33 x 2 AdultsP 16,630.66
Total
Price is P 16,630.66

What's included, what's not

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    Hotel pick-up and drop-off (from Samarkand or Panjakent)
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    Transportation between all 7 lakes
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    Guided walking tour (5–10 km)
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    Traditional Tajik lunch in a local restaurant
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    Bottled water during the tou
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    Light snacks in the mountains
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    English-speaking local guide
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    Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks, etc.)
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    Travel insurance
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    Tips for the guide and driver (optional)
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    Visa fees or border crossing costs (if applicable)
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    Hotel accommodation

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Drones
  • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, People afraid of heights, People over 70 years, People with altitude sickness, People with high blood pressure

What you can expect

Begin your journey with a hotel pick-up from Samarkand or Panjakent and head toward the majestic Fann Mountains in northwestern Tajikistan. Your destination is the legendary 7 Lakes, each offering unique colors, natural beauty, and peaceful mountain views.

As you drive through the beautiful Shing Valley, your guide will introduce you to the region’s history, culture, and daily life. Upon arrival, you’ll start walking between the lakes — covering around 5 to 10 kilometers depending on the group’s pace and interest. Along the way, you’ll explore Nezhigon, Soya, Gushor, Nofin, Khurdak, Marguzor, and the highest one, Hazorchashma Lake.

You’ll stop for breaks, take photos, and enjoy the calm, fresh air of the mountains — feeling the real atmosphere of rural Tajikistan.

Around midday, enjoy a delicious traditional lunch in a local Tajik restaurant, where you can taste authentic dishes like osh, shurbo, or qurutob, and relax in a cultural setting with mountain views.

After lunch, continue the tour by visiting the upper lakes or enjoying free time to relax by the water. The day ends with a comfortable drive back to your hotel — full of unforgettable memories, scenic moments, and cultural insights.

This experience is perfect for those who want to connect with nature, taste local food, and discover the real Tajikistan in one day.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tashkent
    • Tashkent, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Tashkent
    • Tashkent, Tashkent, Uzbekistan