- Duration
- 8 days / 7 nights
- Price Per Person
- From $5,000
Boasting some of the most beautiful scenery in Central Asia, Tajikistan is a popular destination for visitors looking for outward bound adventures in stunning natural surroundings as well as rich cultural history. Surrounded on all borders by China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Afghanistan, the country is totally landlocked yet makes up for its lack of coast with the countless lakes that dot the rugged Pamir, Alay, and Fann mountains with their crystal clear glacial waters.
Hikers come for challenging climbs to the peaks of some of Central Asia’s most famous mountain ranges, and adventurers come for the utterly breathtaking drive along the Pamir Highway. Meanwhile, historians are attracted by Tajikistan’s long history. With cities that marked important stops on the great Silk Road, the country’s urban centers are full of mosques and madrasas not to mention fascinating excavations of the ancient civilisations that built their strongholds and fortresses there. A visit to diverse Tajikistan is sure to enchant and beguile and prove to be an unforgettable experience.
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Traveling through the Fann Mountains is an unforgettable experience, a unique opportunity to become immersed in the glorious scenery - from soaring peaks dusted with icy glaciers to forests and meadows packed with flora and fauna. Some of the highlights of these adventurous trails are the glittering lakes, lying like turquoise crystals in the the foothills of the Fann Mountains. And the best way to fully enjoy this escape into nature is to camp within these stunning surroundings. After a long day’s hike, travelers can bed down in cozy, comfortable tents, on the banks of these glacial lakes, utterly within nature but without forgoing shelter and warmth. While it’s not the same accommodation style as a five-star hotel, waking up with the sun and the birdsong, ready for another day of discovery, breathing in the fresh mountain air and jumping into the lake for an invigorating morning swim is surely the best way to forget the hustle and bustle of real life.
In remote areas of Tajikistan, travelers rely on basic guest houses where the accommodation may not be luxurious, but the welcome is warm. Typically located in the center of town, the guesthouse provides clean and comfortable rooms with double or single beds. Guests can usually rely on getting a hot shower and western-standard toilets. Commonly provided facilities include eating areas, garden, laundry and ironing facilities, and communal kitchen.
A homestay offers a fascinating window into Tajik culture where guests will feel an immediate connection with the culture and locals that can’t be found in hotels. In this humble but comfortable homestay with the basic facilities covered, guests will have a chance to live how the locals live, while having a base from which to explore remote Tajikistan. Meals are often included in private homestays here, and, though they may not be five-star, will provide guests with the sustenance needed to explore the stunning area that surrounds the city.
There is no better way to really get the sense of life in a community than to eat, talk, share and stay with the locals. A family-run homestay is a window into the local lifestyle and guests are offered to authentic food and restful sleep in a simple, humble but charming home.
Nestled in the center of Dushanbe, Hotel Tajikistan is the largest in the city and offers an immaculate and comfortable stay to all its guests. Built in the 1970s, the hotel has been recently refurbished to provide contemporary accommodation while still encompassing local Tajik traditions. All rooms are well-appointed and provide modern amenities. Thanks to its convenient location, just a short walk away from the hotel will take its guests into the city and to many local tourist attractions and the airport is a short drive away. In addition to its on-site dining options, guest can also make use of the fitness facilities and sauna.
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The best time to visit Tajikistan is from mid-June to September, when there is less heat and most areas are accessible.
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