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Seven Lakes Day Tour from Samarkand (Private & Group Options)

Location Samarkand, Central Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
$260
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Overview

Mountains rise majestically, their peaks cloaked in eternal snow, while hidden gorges cradle the enchanting Haftkul Lakes. This captivating journey reveals the vibrant lifestyle of rural Tajik families nestled near the shimmering waters of Lakes Khurdak and Marguzor.

  • 🏷️ Group Tour: Enjoy a guided adventure starting with pickup in front of Registan Square, conveniently located near Labi G'or Restaurant at 8:30 AM.
  • 🚐 Transfer to Tajikistan: Meet our driver at your hotel for a seamless transfer to the Uzbek-Tajik border, where you'll cross on foot before continuing your journey.
  • 🌊 Visit Panjakent: Experience the rich history of Panjakent, where you'll be greeted by our friendly Tajikistan staff for your onward journey.
  • 🏞️ Discover Marghuzor Lake: Marvel at the first lake, Marghuzor, perched at 5,380 feet (1,640 m) and renowned for its stunning colors that evoke the beauty of nature.
  • 🌑 Explore Soya Lake: Visit Soya Lake, known as "shadow," which remains cloaked in shade due to its unique position between towering cliffs.
  • 👁️ Gushor Lake Awaits: Just 1,312 feet (400 m) from Soya, Gushor Lake, meaning "watchful," is surrounded by steep cliffs and connected by a lively stream.
  • 🔗 Nofin Lake: The central lake, Nofin, stretches 1.6 miles (2.5 km) and is affectionately known as "umbilical cord" for its length.
  • 👶 Khurdak Lake: Discover the smallest lake, Khurdak, translating to "the baby," located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) from Nofin, passing through the picturesque village of Pardut.
  • 🏔️ Hike to Hazorchashma: Optional hike to the seventh lake, Hazorchashma, at 7,874 feet (2,400 m), known as "a thousand springs," with a distance of 1.6 miles (2.5 km) one way and an elevation gain of 1,115 feet (340 m).
  • 🏺 Visit Sarazm: Make a brief stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sarazm, one of Central Asia’s oldest settlements, and explore the ancient ruins dating back over 5,500 years.

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Private tour
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

  • Entrence fee to Sarazm archeological site
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • A double-entry visa for Uzbekistan, as you will re-enter the country after visiting Tajikistan.
  • Tajikistan visa (if required for your nationality).
  • Lunch

  • Panjakent
    Meet up with our driver in your hotel and transfer to Uzbek - Tajik border. Arrival at Uzbek - Tajik border pass. You nned to walk to cross the border. After border crossing fomality Meet by Tajikistan staff and drive to Penjikent.
  • Seven Lakes
    Drive to Marghuzor, the first lake , at an elevation of 1,640 m. Its name traslates to eyelashes in Tajik. The lake is known for its vibrant colors. Next you will visit Soya Lake. Translating as "shadow", due to this lake's geographical position between high cliffs, the lake remains in the shade almost the whole day. The third lake, Gushor, is sitauted a mere 400 meters from Soya. The two lakes are connected by a turbulent stream. Translating as "watchful", this lake is surrounded by steep cliffs. Fourth lake, called Nofin, is the central lake translates as "umbilical cord" due to its length, which stands at 2.5 km The fifth lake, situated 1.5 km away from Nofin and passing through the beautiful village of Pardut is the Khurdak lake, which translates to "the baby" as this lake is the smallest one of the seven. The sixth lake, Marguzor, is the largest and, to many people, the most beautiful of the Seven Lakes.
  • Seven Lakes
    Optional hike from sixth lake to seven Hazorchashma - the seventh and highest of the Seven Lakes is located at around 2,400 metres above sea level. The name Hazorchashma (or Azorchashma) means “a thousand springs”, since the lake is fed by the waters of two rivers and many streams and springs. Hazorchashma is the last lake in the gorge of the Shing River. distance is 2,5km one way elevation gain 340m
  • Proto-urban site of Sarazm
    “Make a brief stop at the Sarazm UNESCO World Heritage Site, one of Central Asia’s oldest settlements, dating back over 5,500 years. Explore the excavated ruins and learn about this ancient hub of culture and trade before continuing your journey toward the stunning Seven Lakes.”

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    Seven Lakes Day Tour from Samarkand (Private & Group Options)

    Location Samarkand, Central Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan
    $260
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 — You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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