• Samarkand - Meet the Uzbek driver in the hotel lobby at the prearranged time, which can be between 08:00 and 10:00 am. Travel to the Tajikistan border. Cross the border on foot to the Tajikistan side and meet the Tajik team, who will be holding a sign with your name on it.

Then, proceed to the first destination, the Ancient Sarazm ruins.

• Proto-urban site of Sarazm - Sarazm: Just a short distance from the border crossing are the UNESCO-listed ruins of Sarazm. Over 5,500 years old, these are the remnants of the first agricultural society in Central Asia. A notably tall human skeleton, known as the “Princess of Sarazm,” was discovered here along with some of her ornaments. Archaeologists also uncovered artifacts indicating ancient trade routes extending to modern-day Iran and Pakistan. It is one of the most ancient sites associated with Zoroastrian civilization and religion.
• Panjakent Bazaar - Later, drive to Panjakent city for a brief sightseeing tour.
• Panjakent Bazaar - Panjakent Bazaar: This bazaar features a beautiful central building surrounded by brick archways. It’s an excellent place to stock up on trekking snacks like nuts and dried fruits or to experience Tajik hospitality for the first time.
• Olim Dodkho Mosque - After visiting the bazaar, take a short walk to see the Central Mosque and Madrasah of Olim Dodkhoh, located just a few steps away from the bazaar.
• Seven Lakes - After sightseeing in Panjakent, head towards the Fann mountains to visit the lakes.
• Seven Lakes - Seven Lakes (Haftkul): 7 teary lakes
  Seven small lakes form the “Seven Lakes” in northwest Tajikistan. Legend says they are the tears of the daughters of a missing man. Science suggests they were created after earthquakes altered the Shing River’s course. Regardless of the version you prefer, the Haft Kul road is one of Tajikistan’s most accessible treks, offering a perfect introduction to Tajikistan’s natural beauty. Besides the azure lakes, there are numerous villages to explore, with many friendly locals eager to invite travelers for tea.

Visit all six lakes by car: 1. Mijgon, 2. Soya, 3. Hushyor, 4. Nophin lakes (2139m.a.l), Khurdak, 6. Marguzor.

Then, take a leisurely walk to the final lake of Haft Kul: Hazor Chashma, the thousand springs. The slope is gentle, and the altitude is low (the lake is around 2,400 m/7870 ft). It’s a 15-20 minute walk that can sometimes be done by car if the road conditions are favorable. Choose to drive or walk.

These are 7 lakes with 7 different names, altitudes, shapes, and colors.

• Samarkand - After visiting the lakes, drive back to the border. Cross the border on foot back to the Uzbekistan side. Meet the Uzbek driver for further transfer to your address in Samarkand. End of tour.

• Private transportation
• Bottled water
• Lunch in a traditional house or lunch - picnic at the lakes
• All fees and/or taxes

• Visa if required, and gratuities

This one-day tour from Samarkand will acquaint you with one of the most beautiful places in Tajikistan, the Seven Lakes of legendary Fann Mountains. This is a maximized (you will visit maximum number of places in just one day still with no rush) and perfect tour that includes visiting all the 7 lakes and a sidetour of Panjakent and Ancient Sarazm. You will stop in each lakes and many spots to take pictures. You will enjoy wilde nature everywhere during the whole tour, high mountains peaks reaching 4000m above sea level, rivers, waterfalls, villages, old ruins, city, traditional bazaar, religious site and many other places of interests, all in a just day-tour. In Panjakent and around there will be visits to the most ancient place of Central Asia Sarazm Settlement(5500 years old), a short Panjakent city tour taht includes a religious Madrasah and Mosque, Central bazaar, and plenty of villages to wonder along the lakes. So let’s go to discover!

• Alcoholic Beverages - allowed only to 18 years old and above.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.