Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand

Welcome to Fascinating tour to the land of mountains where top of the ridges are always covered with snow and where narrow gorges hide small lakes with an amazing color of water.

The lakes are called the Haftkul (which means “Seven Lakes” in Tajik) - sometimes they are also known as Marguzor Lakes.

Mountain villages perched near Lakes Khurdak and Marguzor provide a glimpse into the present-day lifestyle of rural Tajik families.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Panjakent, Panjakent, Sughd Province

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.


Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Seven Lakes, Marguzor Tajikistan

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.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Seven Lakes, Marguzor Tajikistan

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

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Proto-urban site of Sarazm, Sakhibnazar Tajikistan

Drive back to the Uzbek-Tajik border, meet your Uzbek driver and drive back to the hotel.

Duration: 3 hours



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Horário de Início: 08:00 AM
Duração: 9 To 10 Hours
Ponto de partida: Registon, Samarkand, Samarqand Region, Uzbekistan
Traveler pickup is offered
Your guide will be in the lobby of the hotel with welcome sign DISCOVERYSTAN

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Incluído

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Bottled water
• Entrance tickets to Sarazm proto urban ruins
• Entry/Admission - Proto-urban site of Sarazm

Não Incluído

• Lunch
• Make sure to get your Tajikistan tourism visa if it is required for your country

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