Osh – Sarymogol Village – Tulparkol Lake at Lenin Peak Base Camp, 5 – 6 hr

Osh - Start the day with breakfast. Embark on a 4-hour drive to Sarymogol Village. Upon reaching Taldyck Pass (3600 meters), a beautiful valley with lush pastures and grazing yaks unfolds. Arrive in Sarymogol Village and cross the bridge to reach the yurt camp at Tulparkol Lake (3500 m), adjacent to Lenin Peak Base Camp, in 1 hour. Revel in the stunning snow-capped mountains. Stroll around the turquoise alpine Tulparkol Lake. Overnight stay and dinner in a yurt.

Tulparkol Lake – Border Crossings – Karakul Lake – 5 – 6 hr

Lake Tulpar-Kol - Begin with an early breakfast. Set out on a day hike from the yurt camp to the Traveler’s Pass at 4130 meters, taking 3 hours. Marvel at the glaciers while ascending to the pass. Pause at the top of the Traveler’s Pass to admire the glaciers cascading from the massive peak. Return to the yurts in 2 hours. Enjoy lunch in a yurt. Drive to the checkpoint, taking 2 hours. Cross the borders and journey to Karakul Lake in Tajikistan, a 2-hour drive. The distinct landscape confirms the arrival in Tajikistan. Stay in a guesthouse. Take a brief walk around the lake.

Karakul Lake – Murgab Village – Alichur Village, 6-7 hr

Bulungkul Lake – Kargush Pass – Wakhan Valley – Langar Village, 5-6 hr

Langar Village – Yamchun Fortress – Ishkashim Village – Khorog City, 5-6 hr

Khorog to Darvoz (Kalaikhum), 5–6 hr

Kalaikhum - Enjoy breakfast. Head to Darvoz District. The scenic road follows the river to the Vanj Valley, where it broadens. The route continues along the Afghan border to Kalaikhum Village, offering picturesque views. Upon arrival in Kalaikhum Village, settle into a guesthouse.

Kalaikhum to Dushanbe, 5–6 hr

Dushanbe - Start with breakfast. Travel to Dushanbe along the Panj River, passing through numerous local villages. Deep rocky valleys and stunning mountains accompany the journey to the Shurobod Pass before reaching Kulab Village. Have lunch in a Chaikana (local café). Visit the 11th-century Hulbuk Palace en route and enjoy distant views of the world’s highest hydropower station, Nurek. Arrive in Dushanbe and check into your hotel.

• 4WD transport
• English-speaking driver
• Driver’s meals and accommodations included
• Fuel included
• No fuel surcharges

• Your accommodation and meals throughout the program
• Drinks
• Visa & GBAO permit

• Warm clothes and layers as it gets warm during the day, but can go below freezing at night and when it rains
• Good trekking shoes
• Day pack to carry camera, water, sunscreen, etc.
• Sun protection as the sun is very strong at altitude: Sunglasses, sunscreen (SPF 30 or above), and a sun hat /cap
• Water and windproof jacket and pants. It gets especially windy on the mountain passes
• Medical kit for treating blisters, traveler’s diarrhea and other minor illnesses.
• Water purification tablets or drops if you want to clean the spring water
• Refillable water bottle
• Wet wipes and/or anti-bacterial gel to clean hands

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