Fann Mountains: Discover Tajikistan's Seven Lakes

Explore Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains and Seven Lakes on a day tour from Samarkand. Discover stunning landscapes and vibrant local culture.

Duration: 10 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Panjakent - Penjikent is a small city in Tajikistan territory. We will stop for buying some water and food.
    Samarkand – Panjikent
    Our tour starts at 8:00 from your hotel. Meet up with our driver in your hotel and transfer to Uzbek - Tajik border. We need to walk to cross the border Uzbek-Tajik. After brief passport control, (Please check your…
What's Included
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • Guide
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
  • visa to Tajikistan
Additional Information

Welcome to the discovery of Tajikistan’s Fann Mountains, which are perpetually blanketed in snow. Nestled between these majestic peaks are narrow valleys that conceal small lakes with stunningly colored waters. Locally known as “Haftkul,” meaning “Seven Lakes” in English, these lakes are a true marvel. The tour begins in Samarkand, proceeding to…

Location
Samarkand
Please come to the reception of your hotel, where you will be met with our guide and driver.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Ninalo2138fv
Apr 17, 2026
An unforgettable day - Our day at the 7 lakes was perfect. Our guides and drivers were very punctual, and told us a lot about both countries. The visit to Panjakent market was very good, the food chosen was delicious. We had a very cold weather but the driver did not hesitate to turn on the heat to warm us ahah. The lakes are exceptional especially the 2nd, 6th and 7th. The road is fairytale and we're taking a lot of eyes. Even crossing the border was simple and quick. Overall I would recommend this excursion as unmissable during a visit to Samarkand. This allows you to get out of the city, connect with people, see the beautiful Tajik landscapes, etc.
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Miguele344
Apr 17, 2026
Best trip to Seven Lakes! - I had a very good experience with Trip Orient and his owner Elyor. Since first moment I contacted him, he was very professional and gave me all the instructions for the trip. We had a lovely day in Seven Lakes. You must know is a full day. But it’s worth! Totally recomendable!
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G0urmandle
Apr 5, 2026
5/5 experience, saw seven lakes + kupkari - Amazing experience with Elyor, straight 5 stars. Super convenient and reliable, he speaks perfect English, is super educated about Central Asia and can give you a thousand facts and, most importantly, is a very sympathic, great guy. Not only did we visit the seven lakes, but he took us to a match of kupkari, where he was deeply connected with all the locals and made sure we were having a great time. Again: 5/5 stars, book this tour.
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Axelhenry9
Mar 20, 2026
Natural beauty - It was an amazing day trip to the beautiful 7 lakes with a very friendly guide, Elyor. During the whole trip, he provided is with interesting information, always stopped for photo breaks and gave us enough time to enjoy the landscape. Thank you very much! It was a great short trip to Tajikistan.
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Marco_d
May 26, 2025
Natural beauty in perfect company - Our day trip from Samarkand to Tajikistan was truly unforgettable and exceeded every expectation. We explored the stunning Seven Lakes (Haft Kul) in the Tajik mountains – each one more breathtaking than the last, with colors ranging from deep blue to jade green. The journey itself was already a joy, with scenic mountain views at every turn. A stop in the vibrant city of Panjakent added a cultural highlight to the day. The town buzzed with life - a perfect complement to the tranquility of the lakes. We were lucky to have three amazing guides: one from Uzbekistan and two from Tajikistan. They worked together seamlessly, were kind, knowledgeable, and made us feel completely safe and comfortable throughout the journey. A special shout-out goes to our driver, whose incredible skill allowed us to travel the unpaved mountain roads smoothly and safely – no small feat! Joining us were two lovely fellow travelers from Singapore, and together we shared not only laughs and stories, but also a delicious picnic by the river. The natural beauty of Tajikistan, paired with the warm hospitality of its people, made this day nothing short of magical. This was without a doubt one of the best excursions we've ever done – a perfect mix of nature, culture, and friendship. Rahmat! Tashakkur!
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From $79
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).