Seven Lakes Panjakent: One-Day Adventure from Samarkand

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7-10 hours

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Samarkand

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Samarkand->Tajikistan->Samarkand

Seven Lakes Panjakent: One-Day Adventure from Samarkand

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Seven Lakes Panjakent: One-Day Adventure from Samarkand
Embark on an unforgettable one-day journey from Samarkand to Tajikistan, where history and nature blend seamlessly. Begin your adventure in Panjakent, an ancient city rich in Sogdian heritage, vibrant bazaars, and fascinating archaeological ruins. Explore its historic streets and discover the remnants of a once-thriving civilization.
Next, venture into the breathtaking Seven Lakes, a series of crystal-clear mountain lakes, each boasting a unique color and charm. Nestled within the Fann Mountains, these lakes offer mesmerizing landscapes, fresh mountain air, and serene beauty. Capture stunning views, enjoy a peaceful atmosphere, and immerse yourself in the hospitality of the local people.

Tour Highlights:
✔ Comfortable transport from Samarkand
✔ Hassle-free border assistance
✔Driver/instructor and all transfers
✔ Bottled water

Experience the perfect mix of history, culture, and nature on this exclusive one-day adventure.
For bookings and inquiries, contact us via WhatsApp!
We also organize tours for groups of 4 or more people, with the price varying depending on the season.

Our creative plan

Unforgettable Journey from Samarkand to the Seven Lakes of Tajikistan
This tour combines history and nature, taking you from ancient cities to breathtaking mountain lakes. Departing from Samarkand, you will visit the historical sites of Panjakent and Sarazm before exploring the stunning Seven Lakes.

Itinerary
✔️ 08:00 – Departure from Samarkand
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel, train station, or airport in Samarkand and take you to the Tajikistan border.
As border crossing times may vary, guests will cross the border on foot.
On the other side, the guide will welcome you with a sign displaying your name.
✔️ 10:00 – Arrival in Panjakent
Explore the ancient city of Panjakent, famous for its archaeological significance.
Visit historical sites and learn about the rich history of the region.
✔️ 10:45 – Transfer to Sarazm
Depart for the UNESCO-listed archaeological site of Sarazm.
✔️ 11:45 – Arrival in Sarazm
Discover one of the oldest settlements in Central Asia.
Explore the ancient ruins and learn about the history of early civilizations in the region.
✔️ 12:15 – Departure to the Seven Lakes
Begin the journey towards the spectacular mountainous region of the Seven Lakes.
✔️ 13:15 – Arrival at the first lake
Admire the breathtaking scenery.
Enjoy a picnic surrounded by nature.
✔️ 14:15 – Exploration of the Seven Lakes
Continue discovering the other lakes, each with its own unique beauty.
Walk along the shores and take memorable photos.
✔️ 15:45 – Return to the border
After an unforgettable experience, we begin the journey back.
Guests will cross the border on foot again to re-enter Uzbekistan.
✔️ 16:00-17:00 – Return to Samarkand
In Uzbekistan, our driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel, train station, or airport.

Tour Details
✔️ Group size: Minimum – 1 person, Maximum – unlimited
✔️ Transport: Private driver in Uzbekistan, transport in Tajikistan
✔️ Starting point: Guest’s address in Samarkand
✔️ Required documents: Valid passport and, if necessary, a visa for Tajikistan

Important Note
✔️ Check your visa before returning to Uzbekistan!
If you have a single-entry visa, you will not be able to re-enter Uzbekistan after visiting Tajikistan.
If you entered Uzbekistan visa-free or with a multiple-entry visa, you can re-enter without any issues.

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What's Included

Included

Included
✔️Driver/instructor and all transfers
✔️Air-conditioned vehicle
✔️ Bottled water
✔️Lunch

Not Included

Not Included
❌ Tajikistan visa (if required for your nationality).
❌A double-entry visa for Uzbekistan, as you will re-enter the country after visiting Tajikistan.
❌Personal travel insurance

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Book this tour:

from $80 per person

Price per person

1 person	$220
2 person	$130
3 person	$100
4+ persons	$80

Payment

CASH

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation 24 hours before
Free date change

Frequently Asked Questions

This tour lasts 7-10 hours. The detailed itinerary includes all major attractions, guided tours, and activities mentioned in the tour description. You can view the complete day-by-day plan in the 'Tour Plan' tab above.

We offer both options! You can join a small group tour or book a private tour just for your party. Private tours offer more flexibility with timing and personalized attention. Please contact us to discuss your preferences and pricing options.

The tour price typically includes transportation during the tour, entrance fees to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary, and some meals as specified. An English-speaking guide may be included depending on the specific tour package - please check the detailed description above or contact us to confirm what is included in your selected tour.

Customer Reviews

4.9/5

Based on 80 reviews

Adam Léonard

France Dec 2025

"Such a beautiful tour (7 lakes in Tajikistan) & really wonderful guide. Really unmissable if you are visiting Samarkand. A bit of an adventure crossin..."

Rosa Setiawan

Indonesia Dec 2025

"A private tour arranged for girls' trip Dec 2025 • Friends We had this tour but tailor-made based on our preference as we only have 7 days, a privat..."

Diver Dan

USA Dec 2025

"Pro: Our guide was a very enthusiastic student who loved history and very happy to share his knowledge in excellent English. Great insight we never wo..."

Rosa Setiawan

Indonesia Nov 2025

"We had booked a private tailor-made tour based on our preference as we only have 7 days, a private girls trip! And it was well arranged! :) From airp..."

GERANT z

Unknown Nov 2025

"A pleasant and excellent tourist visit, especially with Travel bliss LLC agency. From the moment we arrived until we returned, the level was high and ..."

Spargeln

Switzerland Nov 2025

"Travel Bliss has organized a private trip from Khiva, Bukhara, Samarkand to Tashkent individually. In each city, good guides and drivers were availabl..."

Sandrine H

Unknown Nov 2025

"Excellent driver who spoke good English and a lovely knowledgeable guide in the city when we arrived. Very well organized, everything went smooth ! Th..."

Excursion49563999072

Unknown Oct 2025

"Bliss took great care of us. Took us from the hotel to the border with Tajikistan. There we had a trip with their private driver and guide who were ve..."

Matt S

Unknown Oct 2025

"The driver was very punctual and picked me up on time directly from my hotel in the morning. We set off and stopped at a few scenic spots along the wa..."

Jaiprinna Um

Thailand Oct 2025

"Hello Linn... Thanks you for feedback. Great service!"

Ada A

USA Oct 2025

"If you have days to spare, it is a good short day trip going through the mountain pass to Shahrisabz. We booked a last minute trip with Travel Bliss v..."

Silke B

Unknown Oct 2025

"Our tour from Samarkand to Bukhara via Nurata, Lake Aydarkul, and a Yurt Camp was wonderful. Our driver Hasan, who spoke very good English, was very f..."

Stephen G

Unknown Sep 2025

"We would definitely recommend this private overnight excursion as a way to see Uzbekistan beyond its major cities. We were picked up very promptly fro..."

Florence B

France Sep 2025

"Very interesting excursion that allows to see something other than the city, nice route crossing a pass, and impressive remains of the palace of Timur..."

Advokat Rasmiya Topić-Vrbovac

Bosnia Sep 2025

"Excursion to Samarkand with Afrozgul was very professional and all was very well organized. My recommendation for agency! Best regards."

Willem H

Netherlands Sep 2025

"Today I had a nice tour to Sharisabz. The tour was well organized and the guide knew a lot about the history of Emir Timur. It was nice talking with h..."

The Amazing Runwayz

USA Sep 2025

"This company deserves all the stars one can give. I went through booking.com and after I booked they gave me info. Our driver Ali was incredible and t..."

Inception Ehodayev

Uzbekistan Sep 2025

"En mitte una ga qui sollavigan. Ofan otashganadan. Responda gut fait ora shakhriSabz zohirian. XIII asr gate damidan."

Danilo D

Italy Sep 2025

"The trip is well-organized. I recommend everyone do as we did: after lunch in Nurata, go to the lake, then transfer to the yurt camp not long before s..."

Gonzieboy

Unknown Sep 2025

"If you have some time on hands it's a nice drive from Samarkand. However, unless you like a park not worth it, as they have knocked almost everything ..."

terith kevin

Philippines Aug 2025

"The best Tours and Agency company in Uzbekistan! Strongly recommended."

Vishwesh S

India Jul 2025

"I had gone with Ahadjon to Shahrisabz. He was very friendly and drove well. He also stopped along the way when I wanted to take pictures. I had a wond..."

John Andreza

USA Jul 2025

"Embarking on the Shakhrisabz Tour with TravelBliss LLC was an extraordinary adventure, rich with cultural immersion and historical insights."

Seaside57026307313

Unknown Jun 2025

"It was amazing experience! Hassan our driver was super nice and very helpfull. He made a stop wherever we wanted to take a photo. Food in yurt camp wa..."

Steven_and_Jacs

United Kingdom Jun 2025

"We had an excellent driver who was punctual, friendly and knowledgeable. Our guide spoke excellent English and taught us a few words in Uzbek. It was ..."

Charmaine M

Unknown Jun 2025

"Excellent friendly driver and lovely knowledgeable local guide. Interesting history but a pity that the location was sanitised to create the park sett..."

Sanjana

Unknown May 2025

"Very nice and relaxing tour! We drove through the mountains and got some pretty scenic views. The town was quaint and less crowded. Would definitely r..."

Renzo Bruno

Italy May 2025

"Tour fantastico super consigliato! Il viaggio è molto lungo ma ne vale assolutamente la pena!"

Subhan A

Unknown May 2025

"Very knowledgeable and professional Guide. Would highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great experience in samarkand."

David Morrison

Unknown Apr 2025

"The Seven Lakes near Panjakent are truly a natural wonder! Each lake has its own unique color, from deep turquoise to emerald green. A must-visit for ..."

Armando LE-明德

China Apr 2025

"Yusuf has been a very good and helpful driver."

Nick

United States Apr 2025

"Our one-day trip from Samarkand to Panjakent was truly amazing! The stunning scenery of the Seven Lakes, fresh air, and the vibrant colors were breath..."

ZZZZZZZ777

Unknown Feb 2025

"Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, providing insightful commentary about the city's history and its significance in the Islamic world. The pace w..."

Veronika660

Czech Republic Jan 2025

"I went to Shahrisabz for a one-day trip from Samarkand with Mr Yusufjon in January 2025. It was a beautiful day. I appreciated Mr Yusufjon was very pu..."

Νικολας Ο

Greece Jan 2025

"The driver was beyond fantastic, informing us about all the landmarks on the way. He is main factor in our 4 star review because otherwise the price i..."

Kumala S

Malaysia Dec 2024

"It was a wonderful trip to UNESCO historic center in Shahrizabs. We are very honored that Mr.Yusuf accompanied us. He took us to the local restaurant ..."

Jibarrola

Switzerland Dec 2024

"With only a week's notice, Angelika from Advantur organised an amazing tour of Samarkand. Everything was just perfect, from buying tickets to airport ..."

Ornella D

Italy Oct 2024

"Staff very helpful! Everything up to the task, we were very satisfied! Many thanks to our talented drivers!"

Hayfa A

Unknown Sep 2024

"We had a very pleasant day in Shahrisabz, as usual the buildings were amazing. The guide was very pleasant. Babur was very considerate of our needs."

Ema765

Unknown Sep 2024

"This was one of the most authentic experiences. Traveling through rural Uzbekistan, traditional meals, sleeping in yurts, riding camels. Hasan was per..."

E R

USA Sep 2024

"We got a private transfer. They were very communicative and accommodating. Nice and professional driver."

Luca Terapini

Italy Jun 2024

"Consiglio a tutti questo tour sia per la bellezza dei posti visitati sia per l'organizzazione. Un grazie a trevellbliss!"

Anna G

Italy Jun 2024

"We just did a 2-day tour from Samarkand to Bukhara with a stop and overnight stay in a yurt. It was a great experience. Our driver was excellent and v..."

Noemi Maria O

Unknown Jun 2024

"We had an amazing experience with Hasan! Experienced driver, he spoke good English and was very nice towards our toddler. We got a flat tyre and he ch..."

Cal

Unknown Jun 2024

"If you have a day extra in Samarkand, I recommend this daytrip. Yusufjon greeted us at the hotel, Axmadjon drove us through the mountains, and Faruza ..."

Adri v

Unknown Jun 2024

"Wonderful experience Zack was a good guide with lots of info on history. Taxi ride to mud volcanoes scary!!! But all worth it"

M Fahmy

Unknown Jun 2024

"This trip met our expectations. Our driver Hassan was very friendly and felt more like a friend. The yurt stay was very authentic and all the food was..."

Gethin O

Unknown Jun 2024

"This is a fantastic company to choose if you would like to learn about the wealth of history that Samarqand has to offer. Excellent trip to Registan S..."

Robert John Gunlaugsson

Iceland Jun 2024

"Thank you for the amazing trip to Shakhrisabz. Yousufjon highly recommend."

Jack

Unknown Jun 2024

"I joined the 2 Days Tour in Yurt Camp and Aydarkul Lake in May 2024. Hasan was not only a driver but also an English speaking guide. I recommend this ..."

KnR67

Australia May 2024

"Yussef arranged excellent guide in Shahrisabz - very glad we went. Included a relaxing lunch in mountains and a stop at mountain bazaar."

Chandrabhanu H

Unknown May 2024

"A very good day trip to the country out of Samarkand. Loved the countryside and the mountains. My driver Hassan was friendly and the guide Feruza was ..."

Samar K

Unknown May 2024

"Fantastic trip to shahribaaz, beautiful scenery and great historical buildings. Yusuf and the driver knew all the nice spots to stop. Cannot recommend..."

Guinnor Norlissan

Turkey May 2024

"Harutzdan çok memnun kaldım. Önce ve olduğum olduğum Rusanın ve seminun Samarkandı giro Buharaya girmet bizim oldudan ve deolduğum olduğum. Travel Bli..."

Shaaheda A

Unknown May 2024

"Yusuf was great we had a Day Tour to Shahrisabz of Amir Timur the day was great and very informative. The driver was really nice and friendly. I would..."

erika m

Italy Apr 2024

"Through our hotel we booked a day with the guide for Samarkand, everything was perfect, punctual and very professional. Very friendly driver, highly r..."

Salamat A

United Kingdom Apr 2024

"Good service, nice chat and reasonable price. Highly recommended. This place is quite unique and special for history buffs"

doris_cro

United Kingdom Apr 2024

"We had a great trip to Shahrisabz with Yusuf. He was an excellent driver and good company. His English is very good and he answered all our questions."

Eva S

Unknown Mar 2024

"Yusufjon did a perfect job and organized everything perfectly well. The site is amazing. I also did a daytrip to the Seven Lakes in Tajikistan. Both a..."

Julienne L

Unknown Feb 2024

"Samarkand was beautiful and the well planned tour of Yousef and his team was a job well done. The tour guide Botir knew the city well and spoke great ..."

Meander48250277562

Unknown Feb 2024

"Amazing experience. Highly recommended this trip. The tour guy was very accommodating and knowledgeable. Thank you so much."

Fabianus dhamar

United Arab Emirates Feb 2024

"We couldn’t be happier with our choice of tour guide! Yusufjon followed up promptly with all the necessary information and arranged for us to be picke..."

Lyra Lelis

United Arab Emirates Feb 2024

"It was amazing and very helpful. I highly recommemd this to all as he is very good and very knowledgeble and most of all very friendly."

Raymond T

United Arab Emirates Feb 2024

"Overall, the tour that we had was awesome. Friendly staff and the tour guide is well equipped with so much insights. Great places"

Jepsz

United Arab Emirates Feb 2024

"The best city tour in Samarkand by Travel Bliss. We enjoyed our city tour with multilingual tour guide Mr. Botir. Special thanks to Mr. Yousef who arr..."

Michael Edwards

UK Feb 2024

"TravelBliss made my overnight trip to Samarkand memorable and relaxed. Umid was knowledgeable and helpful, providing contextual history between areas,..."

みのり池

Japan Feb 2024

"It was my dream to ride a camel. Yusuf negotiated with the locals so we could ride camels in January! It was incredible. Next time I want to stay in a..."

NorthStar41084850556

Unknown Feb 2024

"We have great time. Thank you so much to our tour guide Bobur & Mr. Yusuf. We took so many photos. Such a beautiful place. Will love to come again!"

Jhonoson

United Kingdom Feb 2024

"Samarkand is a city steeped in history, culture, and architectural marvels. The Registan Square, Gur-e-Amir, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Shah-i-Zinda were all..."

carolmK577FR

United States Feb 2024

"Visiting on foot the beautiful structure to honor Timur is reason enough to go to Samarkand. The tile work, the grandeur and elegance will remain memo..."

Eriko K

Japan Feb 2024

"Yusuf arranged a special day tour to Hazrati Dovud to make our wish happen. We tried horse riding up the hill then rode a camel. The view was amazing!"

Nick

United States Feb 2024

"I really enjoyed this trip. I recommend everyone to take this tour, with a very experienced driver and guide, he organized the trip in an amazing way."

Talal37

United Arab Emirates Jan 2024

"Tour operator and driver were great, very helpful, we enjoyed our trips outside Samarkand area, highly recommended thank you"

Alessandro Bergi

Italy Jan 2024

"Ottimo rapporto qualità prezzo, ottimi, gentilissimi e competenti. Consigliatissimo!"

Umid Toshpulatov

Uzbekistan Jan 2024

"It was very beautiful place, I really like it, the tour company is amazing, I strongly recommend you to visit Shakhrisabz."

Nick

United States Dec 2023

"I had an exceptionally pleasant experience exploring Shahrisabz. Our private tour was special. The SUV was comfortable, driver punctual, and guide was..."

XEROBREK Yangiobodboy

Uzbekistan Aug 2023

"Shakhrisabz majestic mountains ashliqated me during my trip. The towering peaks and terracing basins were a breathtaking experience. If you're a natur..."

Dalila Halbes

France Aug 2023

"Cette agence est très bien. Yousufjon est très agréable et compétent, connaît parfaitement Samarkand et ses alentours. À utiliser sans hésitation!"

Navjot Singh

India Jun 2023

"Excellent service by Usuf. Perfect in every sense!"

Sushant Kamat

India May 2023

"Yousufjon helped us with everything comfortably. Travel bliss made exceptional arrangements. Highly recommended. Inspite of all challenges, they helpe..."

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