Things to do in Tajikistan, Tajikistan: The Best Cultural Tours

July 1, 2021 Brain Ambrose

Discover the best top things to do in Tajikistan, Tajikistan including Dushanbe to Osh on Pamir Highway, Jeep adventure through the Pamir Highway, From Dushanbe to Wakhan corridor and back, Tajikistan & Kyrgyzstan cultural tour along Pamir Highway, Dushanbe Day Tour, Day Tour to Penjikent (Tajikistan) from Samarkand., Highlights of Tajikistan, Fann Mountains - 8 days, ALL INCLUSIVE, Adventure trip to central Asia: Along the Silk Road , Khujand One Day Tour from Tashkent.
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1. Dushanbe to Osh on Pamir Highway

Visit Alay - Tajikistan tours
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Drive over stunning highland landscapes. Stay with local people along the way and experience the Pamiri culture. Enjoy panoramic views while doing the short hikes on your tour.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel , Driver + his accommodation and meals

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Reviewed By pragyarai

We had booked a car with driver for 10 days from Osh to Bishkek (November 2019). When arranging our itinerary, Talant was very responsive to our emails, allowing for us to set up our trip with ease. Kuba was our driver and his friend, Muha, was there to help should we have any issues with snow covered roads in the Pamir Highway. We had the most remarkable tour with Kuba, who is not only an excellent driver but also speaks good English and has thorough knowledge of the region. During the trip, I unfortunately fell terribly ill, but Kuba went out of his way to drive me through the night (10 hours!) to the nearest hospital and acted as my translator/guide while I was being medically treated. After I recovered, he even took us back to where we had abruptly left the trip without any extra charge for himself. At every instance, we felt that Kuba and Muha truly cared about us and did their best to ensure that we had a memorable time. The trip itself, which not only included driving along the main Pamir Highway but also off-roading in eastern Tajikistan, was met with breath-taking views of the Pamir Mountains, immaculate lakes and beautiful pastures. Also, all homestays arranged for us were comfortable and the hosts were very welcoming. I would highly recommend using Visit Alay tours and having Kuba as their driver to anyone wanting an adventure of a lifetime – they will definitely deliver!

2. Jeep adventure through the Pamir Highway

Paramount Journey
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The most popular of all the jeep routes in Tajikistan is the Pamir Highway M41, equally be loved of cyclists (at least on the downhill stretches). Highlights of the road, which demands ten days of your time to see it in full, include the cosmopolitan town of Khorog with its suspension bridges, Afghan market, botanical garden and parks; ruby mines and naturally hot spring baths; groves of fruit trees amidst a patchwork of irrigated fields; and the stark and isolated, yet unforgettably beautiful, Murghab Plateau, where only nomads roam. The Pamir Highway grants visitors access to the Tajkistan National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to the wildlife and ancient archaeological remains of the Wakhan Corridor, and ultimately to neighbouring Kyrgyzstan and Afghanistan. In a single day you can wind your way through high-altitude deserts, empty plains, and lush green meadows, frequently scattered with wildflowers.

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Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages , Visa and permit fees, Gratitude to the driver , insurance

Reviewed By SteveP832

Date of tour: September 2019. Booking process: Booking the tour was very easy. Alovaddin answered all my questions quickly, suggested an itinerary and adjusted it to suit our start/end points and flight times. Excellent service. Arrival and departure: Our guide( Zikriyo), and our driver (Sher) met us at the Uzbekistan border as planned. Easy to organise. At the end of the trip they took us to the airport at 4am. We were more than happy to get a taxi, but they insisted on driving us. Sums up their attitude throughout. Thanks Zikriyo and Sher. Tour: Superb tour. Our guide and driver were excellent. Our guide spoke good English, was very knowledgable and made the trip fun. We enjoyed talking to him about Tajikistan, its history, his life and family. Our trip included Penjikent, Shing Valley (7 lakes), Noffin, Marghib, Pskan (Yagnob valley), Saratog (Iskanderkul) and Dushanbe. A particular highlight was the short walk and overnight homestay in Pskan. The homestays and guesthouses were all comfortable, the food was good and plentiful. The length of travelling on each day was well planned. We had plenty of time to explore on the way and at the evening destination. It wasn't rushed so we could get the most of our trip, whether it was a bit of hiking, meeting the locals, or just relaxing as the sun set. Overall we had a wonderful trip, that showed off some of the best countryside that Tajikistan has to offer. Highly recommended. Thanks Alovaddin, Zikriyo and Sher!

3. From Dushanbe to Wakhan corridor and back

Rudaki Avenue, Dushanbe, Tajikistan Panj travel & tours
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Many people know more about the surface of the moon more than about Tajikistan, a small jewel of a country perched between Afghanistan and China. Foreigners rarely visited it, except with the official invitation and under strict supervision. Even after the fall of the USSR in 1991, few outsiders visited beyond aid workers and journalists because of the civil war that made parts of the country insecure into the late 90s. Now Tajikistan is an independent country where peace has found it place among the nation. There are many chances for travelers to visit and discover the country that, even now, is not known to millions of people. This tour is a guaranteed departure, so even if you are the only one booked onto this tour, you will still be guaranteed to depart!

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Reviewed By Climber01290891735

Snow capped mountains, numerous rivers, frozen lakes, lush scenery, delicious Tajik cuisine and that cold breeze was worth every cent. Panj travel made my tour very comfortable and an unforgettable one. Their team is very professional, accommodating and hospitable beyond words. If you're planning your trip to Tajikistan, I recommend you book with Panj travel. They will tailor the tour as per your interest and give recommendations accordingly. I can't wait to come back guys. See you soon Ardasher and team

4. Tajikistan & Kyrgyzstan cultural tour along Pamir Highway

Dushanbe International Airport, Titov Street, Dushanbe, Tajikistan Pamir Trips
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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

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Exclusions: Tajikistan visa and GBAO permission

5. Dushanbe Day Tour

Bunyod-Tour Travel Company
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ONE-DAY TOURS INTO TAJIKISTAN - for person who value the time, save the money and have a wish for receiving more benefit in short time; who beside with the base business has purpose to receive more knowledge about Tajikistan, Tajik Nation, its cultural, historic values and modern achievements, in addition to enjoy and have spiritual wealth from Tajik hospitality. Dushanbe is the capital of the Republic of Tajikistan, the biggest science, cultural, policy, industrial and administrative center of the country. Hundreds monuments of classic poets and thinkers – ancestors of Tajik nation as Khayyam, Sino, Rudaki, Saadi, Firdausi, Runi etc., live history of nation, are raised in the streets of Dushanbe city. Population of the city about 900 thousand and with Dushanbe agglomeration – 1,5 million. Dushanbe is the green city, the streets with the modern buildings and national West features. In the city there are hundreds cultural and entertaining centers, buildings, park, gardens etc.

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Reviewed By alexander59532

We booked a customized tour from Dushanbe to Nurek, Iskanderkul and Haftkul (Seven Lakes). It was a wonderful trip for us. Guide and driver were excellent. Thanks again

6. Day Tour to Penjikent (Tajikistan) from Samarkand.

Anur Tour

Just 70 Km from Samarkand, and you have a chance to visit Penjikent, town in Tajikistan, where you may visit Ancient Penjikent - ruins of old Sogdian town founded in 5th century and abandoned in the 8th century by Arabs. Foundations of houses, a citadel with a couple of Zoroastrian fire temples and city bazaar are visible in the excavated ruins and Sarazm ruins - one of the ancient settlement in Central Asia with 5500 year civilization. In 2010 Sarazm was added to the list of Human heritage by UNESCO.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Tajikistan visa support letter, English speaking guide services in Tajikistan

Exclusions: Tajikistan E-visa: $60

Reviewed By roberthZ7923OA

Perfect Service, Спасибо Had a Great Time.. Meet and Assist arrangement was superb. Organized hotel and Clean Cars))) Trip was a big fun)))

7. Highlights of Tajikistan

Visit Alay

Highlights of Tajikistan from Osh to Dushanbe and Fann Mountains Explore the highlights of Tajikistan on this thrilling tour. Drive over stunning highland landscapes on Pamir Highway. Discover the blue-colored alpine lakes and the scenic ranges of Pamir & Fann Mountains. Stay with local people and experience the local culture in Wakhan and Jiseu Valleys. Get the lifetime experience on this fascinating tour opening the highlights of the country.

Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking driver , All meals and accommodations of the driver

Exclusions: Plane tickets , Health insurance, Alcoholic drinks , All the meals and accommodation of tourists

Reviewed By gillyExmoor

Had the best time! We also had an amazing driver, would highly recommend - great English and very knowledgable, safe & friendly! Muhammed Karimov drove us all around Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. He was fantastic

8. Fann Mountains - 8 days, ALL INCLUSIVE

Bunyod-Tour Travel Company

The Fann Mountains (or Fanns) - a land of turquoise lakes, clouded peaks and ancient legends - is a unique part and one of the beautiful mountain country of the Tajikistan. Here most clear and unbelievably wonderful lakes are fringed with highest sharp rocky peaks which don’t take off their snowy crowns during long time Fan mountains located in north part of Tajikistan in Penjikent and Ainy regions. Fanns the best places of the world for trekking, claiming and resting. The Fanns boast about a hundred peaks, with several rising to altitudes of more than 5,000 meters and relative elevations of up to 1,500 meters. The highest point in Fann Mountains is Chimtarga peak (5,489 m). Other 5,000-meter peaks are Bodkhona (5,138 m), Chapdara (5,050 m), Big Hansa, Little Hansa (5,031 m), Zamok ('5,070 m), Mirali (5,132 m), and Energia (5,120 m)

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Reviewed By alexander59532

We booked a customized tour from Dushanbe to Nurek, Iskanderkul and Haftkul (Seven Lakes). It was a wonderful trip for us. Guide and driver were excellent. Thanks again

9. Adventure trip to central Asia: Along the Silk Road

Uzbekistan DOCA TOURS

A trip through the pearls of the Silk Road such as Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan is full of history, cultural treasures and natural wonders. The favourable geographical location of Central Asia once made it the centre of the Great Silk Road, and the creation of the oldest trading network in the world made an unmistakable contribution to the development of culture, traditions, but especially architecture. See Stone Age petroglyphs (prehistoric rock art), learn about the way of life of the locals in every country and meet hospitable people! Let yourself be inspired by the magic of Central Asia!

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Exclusions: International scheduled flights , Folklore show in the Summer Palace in Khiva on day 3: ¬¬15 USD per person, Presentation in the theatre «El Merosi in Samarkand on the 8th day: $20 per

Reviewed By CatieGC

My tour of Bukhara was the highlight of my trip to Uzbekistan. My guide, Lola, was arguably the best tour guide I’ve had the pleasure to sightsee with. She had an exceptional knowledge of the history and landmarks and her enthusiasm of the subject matter was infectious. She tailored the tour to my interest and was extremely patient as I nerded out taking photographs. I so enjoyed my day with her and hope to get her as a guide again on my next trip to Uzbekistan. The tour was effortless with hotel pick up and drop off. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough! Well worth it!!

10. Khujand One Day Tour from Tashkent

Sayyah Uzbekistan

Khujand - "Alexandria Eshata" The city which founded in the VII - VI century B.C. is considered one of the most ancient cities in Central Asia. The city was once called "Kyropolis", after the conquest of Alexander the great began to be called as "Distant Alexandria". With us in one day you will be able to get acquainted with the fabolous city. Our professional guides and drivers will help you feel the admiration of the city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance to monuments and to cable car

Exclusions: Lunch, Visa support to Tadjikistan, Photo/Video

Reviewed By Moonamuslim

A great way to get a first impression of the city Traveling in the bus is comfortable and with the audio guide in different languages it offers a good opportunity to learn something about Tashkent. The start of the bus tour is at the famous Hotel Uzbekistan, Tashkent's first hotel, located on Amir Timur Square. The end of the tour is there again. You can get the tickets for the bus tour at the Hotel Uzbekistan. The tour stops at various places, such as the Minor Mosque or the old city district, where you have some time to watch the place and the buildings. There are also many sights you just drive by, such as the earthquake memorial. So you have the opportunity to get a first impression of the city and then visit some of the sights again with more time. Which of the sights are worth to visit with some more time depends on the interests. For me the Minor Mosque or the old city district have been worth to visit again.

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