Seven Lakes and Sarazm Ruins From Samarqand
- 9–10 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 4 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Premium All-Inclusive: Samarkand to Seven Lakes Experience a seamless journey from Samarkand to the Fann Mountains with the local experts of "Sun of Fann Travel." Why book with us: VIP Transport: FREE door-to-door pickup/drop-off anywhere in Samarkand (including Airport/Railway). Full Catering: Authentic Tajik lunch included. Expert Guides: Local pros who show you all 7 lakes and the best "hidden" photo spots. UNESCO Heritage: Guided tour of Ancient Sarazm included. No Hidden Costs: All border fees, and meals are covered. The price you see is all you pay. Enjoy a private, customizable adventure with professional logistics and 24/7 support.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Bottled Water
- Admission fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional Guide
What's not
- Personal expenses
- Tips for Guide and Driver
Itinerary
Begin your journey with ease! Enjoy a comfortable 50-minute drive from your hotel in Samarkand to the Jartepa border crossing. Once you cross over to the other side, our professional driver and guide will be waiting to warmly welcome you, holding a 'Sun of Fann Travel' sign.
Travelers will explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Sarazm, one of the oldest settlements in Central Asia. Our guide will show you the archaeological excavations, including residential buildings and temples dating back over 5,500 years, and explain the site's historical significance for the Silk Road.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Shing Valley and its seven mountain lakes, each with its own unique color and legends. We will drive through local mountain villages, stop for photos at the most scenic viewpoints, and enjoy the pure turquoise waters of the lakes. You will learn about the history of the region and experience authentic Tajik hospitality.
After exploring the lakes, we will head back to the border. Our driver will be waiting for you there to provide a comfortable transfer back to your hotel in Samarkand.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Since we offer free pickup from all hotels in Samarkand, the tour usually starts at your accommodation. However, if you prefer to meet at a central location, we can meet in front of the main entrance to Registan Square. Our guide will be waiting for you with a 'Sun of Fann Travel' sign.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Sun of Fann Travel
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Samarkand
- Its from-price is 19% above the median of the 48 day trips we list in Samarkand.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Samarkand
Samarkand is an ancient Silk Road city in Uzbekistan, famous for blue-tiled domes, grand madrasas and the great Registan square.
Samarkand has been a crossroads of trade routes for more than two thousand years, and in the late fourteenth century it became the capital of Timur's empire. The Registan, a square framed by three madrasas with tiled façades in blue, turquoise and gold, is its best-known sight. The madrasa of Ulugh Beg dates from the 1420s, and the city is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Top-ranked sights in Samarkand: Registan Square, Gur-e-Emir Mausoleum, Shah-i-Zinda Necropolis.
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