Tajikistan Tour: Pamir Highway Tour & Fann Mountains Trek
Travel the Pamir Highway from Osh to Dushanbe, then head into the Fann Mountains for a 3-day trek between turquoise lakes and dramatic mountain passes on this 17-day Tajikistan tour. A small-group adventure combining high-altitude hikes, remote homestays and nights beneath the stars.
Short on time? You can also join the 13-day Pamir Highway journey without the Fann Mountains trek.
This 17-day Tajikistan tour brings together two remarkable mountain journeys: the Pamir Highway from Osh in Kyrgyzstan to Dushanbe in Tajikistan, and a trek through the lake-filled landscapes of the Fann Mountains.
The first 13 days take you through the Alay Mountains, the high plateaus of the Pamirs and the Wakhan Valley. Along the way, you’ll hike beneath Lenin Peak, explore remote valleys on foot and stay with local families. This is more than a road trip: the walks, shared meals and overnight stays bring you closer to the landscapes and everyday life along the route.
The journey finishes in the Fann Mountains, with a visit to Iskanderkul Lake followed by a 3-day trek through alpine valleys and across Alaudin Pass. Two nights camping beside mountain lakes make this a memorable final chapter before returning to Dushanbe.
If you have less time or prefer to travel without the multi-day trek, you can finish after the 13-day Pamir Highway itinerary and depart from Dushanbe on Day 14.
If you’re from Belgium or the Netherlands, you can read the description in Dutch.
2027 Tajikistan Tour Departures:
The dates below cover the full 17-day Pamir Highway & Fann Mountains adventure. A shorter 13-day option with only the Pamir Highway is available on each departure.
July 19th – August 4th, 2027
13-day option: July 19th – July 31st
August 8th – August 24th, 2027
13-day option: August 8th – August 20th
August 29th – September 14th, 2027
13-day option: August 29th – September 10th
Tour price: to be confirmed*
→ Book by December 1st, 2026, and receive a 5% early-booking discount!
*depending on group size, see tour costs below for more info
The Tajikistan tour at a glance
- Duration: 17 days and 17 nights, with departure on Day 18. The final overnight in Dushanbe is included as most international flights leave at nighttime.
- Shorter option: Join the first 13 days along the Pamir Highway, with departure from Dushanbe on Day 14. The final overnight in Dushanbe is included.
- Group: Small international group (maximum 11 travellers)
- Arrival: Osh (Kyrgyzstan) on day 1
- Departure: Dushanbe (Tajikistan) on day 14 or day 18
- Highlights on the Pamir Highway: Alay Mountains, Lenin Peak views, Karakul Lake, Eastern Pamirs, Wakhan Valley, Jizeu Valley and Dushanbe
- Fann Mountains: Iskanderkul Lake and a 3-day trek via Kulikalon Lakes and Alaudin Pass
- An active itinerary with day hikes of 7 to 20 kilometres per day
- Transport: Toyota Land Cruisers with experienced local drivers
- Accommodation: Hotels, guesthouses, family homestays, yurts and, two nights of wild camping in the Fann Mountains
- Guides: Locally led by an experienced English-speaking guide with local drivers and mountain teams
“Not for the faint-hearted- it requires some toughness, but it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience and offers a special insight into the daily lives of local people. The rugged landscapes and beautiful lakes are fantastic.”
“I would 100% recommend this tour if you love hiking and adventure and aren’t afraid of a little discomfort. Our guide, Sherali, did an amazing job, and I feel like I got to know Tajikistan in the best way possible. The group consisted of like-minded travellers, and it was wonderful to experience this adventure together!”
“The tour is physically- and sometimes mentally- challenging, but it was amazingly well organised and a fantastic way to experience this part of the world.”
What Makes This Pamir Highway Tour Different?
Many Pamir Highway tours complete the journey between Osh and Dushanbe in 7 to 9 days, with most days spent driving. This itinerary takes a slower and more active approach.
The route includes several carefully selected hikes in the Alay and Pamir Mountains, allowing time to acclimatise and experience landscapes that cannot be seen from the road. You will hike towards Traveller’s Pass beneath Lenin Peak, cross the high-altitude Ortoboz Pass, explore the Wakhan Valley on foot and spend a night in the roadless Jizeu Valley.
Staying with local families in small villages is also an essential part of the journey. The accommodation is often simple, but it offers a much closer connection with the people and everyday life of the Pamirs than a conventional hotel-based tour.
Travellers who want to experience even more of Tajikistan can continue into the Fann Mountains for a 3-day trek between alpine lakes, remote campsites and the 3,770-metre Alaudin Pass.
I designed this journey together with my trusted local partner, Aziret from Visit Alay. Our experienced English-speaking guide, Sherali, has been leading this tour since 2024. Together, we work with local guides, drivers, family-run homestays and mountain teams, ensuring that the tour directly supports small businesses and communities along the route.
IS this Tour for you?
This tour is designed for active, experienced and adaptable travellers who want to explore one of Central Asia’s most remote mountain regions. It is physically demanding, but immensely rewarding for those who enjoy hiking, wilderness and genuine encounters with local communities. This tour is a good match if you:
- have very good general fitness and experience with full-day mountain hikes
- can make hikes of up to 20 kilometres on uneven terrain, with steep ascents and at altitudes between 3,000 and 5,000 metres
- are comfortable with early starts, long but scenic driving days and bumpy roads in remote 4×4 terrain
- do not mind basic, shared accommodation in homestays, guesthouses and yurts, sometimes sleeping on mattresses on the floor
- enjoy travelling in a small international group and sharing rooms and sleeping spaces with other participants
- can remain flexible when weather, road conditions, border procedures or other unforeseen circumstances require changes to the itinerary
The hikes are non-technical, but previous experience with mountain hikes and good endurance are essential. Spending several consecutive days at high altitude makes the journey more demanding. If you have health concerns or are unsure about travelling at altitude, consult your doctor before booking.
This tour may not be the right choice if you prefer everyday comforts or a relaxed sightseeing programme. Expect basic shared facilities, nights without hot showers and, during the Fann Mountains trek, simple wild camping. If you enjoy hiking, remote landscapes and are happy to trade some comfort for adventure, it will be an unforgettable way to experience Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
Tour Itinerary
Note: This itinerary can be modified in case of weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.
Days 1-13: Pamir Highway from Osh to Dushanbe
- Day 1: Arrival in Osh & guided city tour
- Day 2: Osh – Izumrudnoe Lake Hike (8km) – Sary Mogul Village
- Day 3: Sary Mogul Village – hike to Zhnyryk Yurt Camp (10km)
- Day 4: Tulpar Kul – hike to Lenin Peak Base Camp and Traveler’s Pass (20km)
- Day 5: Tajikistan border crossing – Karakul Lake
- Day 6: Ortoboz Pass hike (11km) -Murghab
- Day 7: Murghab -Tuzkol Lake – Maljura
- Day 8: Maljura -Langar (Wakhan Valley)
- Day 9: Engel’s Peak Hike (20km) in Wakhan Valley
- Day 10: Wakhan Valley – Ishkashim – Khorog
- Day 11: Khorog – hike into Jizeu Valley (7km)
- Day 12: Hike back from Jizeu Valley (7km) – Kalaikhum
- Day 13: Kalaikhum – Dushanbe
Days 14-17: Fann Mountains Lakes & Mountain Trekking
- Day 14: Dushanbe – Iskanderkul Lake – Artuch (Fann Mountains)
- Day 15: Trek Artuch – Kulikalon Lakes – Bibijannat Lake (10km)
- Day 16: Trek Bibijannat Lake – Alaudin Pass – Alaudin Lake (8km)
- Day 17: Trek Alaudin Lake to Vertical Base (5km) – Return to Dushanbe
- (Day 18: Departure from Dushanbe)
Day 1: ARRIVAL IN OSH & guided city tour
Welcome to Osh, Kyrgyzstan! Our driver will meet you upon your arrival at the International Airport in Osh and transfer you to the hotel (check-in available from 1pm).
The Highlights of Tajikistan Tour officially begins at 2 pm. A local guide will welcome you and the group at the hotel to take you on a guided tour around Osh during which you’ll visit the market and the Sulaiman Mountain.
After the city tour, your tour guide will meet you and the group in the early evening for a briefing and dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included: none
Accommodation: Shared twin room in hotel.
Facilities: Wi-Fi, electricity, hot shower
Day 2: OSH – Izumrudnoe Lake (hike) – SARY Mogul Village
Driving time: 5 hours Hiking distance: 8km Hiking time: 4 hours
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, we pack our belongings in the 4×4 jeeps and start our adventure! We leave Osh and soon find ourselves travelling along the Pamir Highway towards Sary Mogul. Enjoy the ride as the drive is already very scenic!
Halfway through the drive, we stop for a hike to the beautiful Izumrudnoe Lake. We’ll have a picnic at the lake and hike back to the car and continue the drive to Sary Mogul.
We arrive at Sary Mogul Village (3000m) in the early evening and enjoy the incredible views of the +7000-meter high snow-capped Pamir Mountains in the distance. We settle into the family-run guesthouse and enjoy a homemade dinner.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in guesthouse.
Facilities: Wi-Fi, electricity, hot shower.
Day 3: SARY-MOGUL VILLAGE – Hike to Zhnyryk Yurt Camp
Hiking distance: 10km Hiking time: 4 hours Ascent: +300m
Today, we go on an easy 4-hour hike from Sary-Mogul Village to the Zhnyryk Valley to get acclimatized to the altitude. While we walk along the river shores, we enjoy the expansive view over the Alay Valley and the snowcapped Pamir-Alay mountain ranges in the distance.
Along the way, we see many yurt camp settlements of nomadic shepherds and their herds of cows, horses, sheep and yaks. Some might even invite us over for a chat and a cup of tea!
We arrive at Zhnyryk Yurt Camp (3300m) in the afternoon where we settle into our yurts and take the time to enjoy the peace and quiet and observe-or perhaps even join in- the daily activities of the Kyrgyz semi-nomadic families.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared space in yurt.
Facilities: No electricity, no wi-fi, no shower, outdoor toilet.
Day 4: Zhnyryk Yurt Camp – TULPAR-KUL – day Hike to PEAK LENIN BASECAMP and TRAVELLER’S PASS
Driving time: 1,5 hours Hiking distance: 20km Hiking time: 6 hours Ascent: +760m Descent: -760m
After breakfast at the yurt camp, we go on a 1,5-hour drive to Tulpar-Kul lake (3500m). After our arrival at a local yurt camp, we start hiking towards Lenin Peak Basecamp (3600m).
Once we pass the tents of big mountaineering companies at the base camp, we take the trail leading to Traveller’s Pass (4,150 meters). The path goes slowly up except for the last 20 minutes where it becomes a steep zigzag trail that ends up on the mountain pass.
We have a picnic at Traveller’s Pass where we enjoy the magnificent views of glaciers tumbling off the massive Lenin Peak (7,134 meters), which is the highest peak of the Pamir-Alay Mountains.
After lunch, we return to Tulpar Kul by walking the same trail back. We have dinner at the yurt camp and spend our last night in the Alay Mountains there.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared space in yurt.
Facilities: No electricity, no wi-fi, no shower, outdoor toilet.
Day 5: TULPAR KOL LAKE – BORDER CROSSING into Tajikistan – KARAKUL LAKE
Driving time: 3-4 hours
After breakfast at the yurt camp, we get in the jeeps and say goodbye to Kyrgyzstan. We drive for about 2 hours to the land border with Tajikistan. Border controls and passport checks may take some time, but once we pass the checkpoint, we officially enter Tajikistan.
We drive for another hour and marvel at the phenomenal landscapes until we arrive at a small village near the shores of Karakul Lake (3960m). Karakul has a diameter of 25 km and was formed by the impact of a large meteorite.
After checking in at a local guesthouse, we have the rest of the afternoon free to go on a walk around the lake and visit the small town to get a feel of the living conditions in this area. We return to the guesthouse in the evening for a home-cooked meal.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in guesthouse.
Facilities: Electricity, no wi-fi, no hot shower
day 6: KARAKUL LAKE – Hike to ORTOBOZ PASS – MURGhAB
Driving time: 3 hours Hiking distance: 11 km Hiking time: 5 hours Ascent: +900m Descent: -900m
After having breakfast at the guesthouse, we pack our stuff and get in the car to make the 10-minute drive from Karakul Lake to the starting point of the hike (4150m) to Ortoboz Pass, located at 5041 meters!
We walk the first half of the hike through grassy meadows and the second half on rocky ground. After reaching the 5,041-metre pass, we celebrate our accomplishment and take in the panoramic views of the surrounding Pamir Mountains.
We make the descent back to the jeeps and continue our road trip along the Pamir Highway. We finish the day in Murghab, the highest town in Tajikistan at 3650m above sea level, where we spend the night at a homestay.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in homestay.
Facilities: Electricity, wi-fi, hot shower
Day 7: Murghab – Tuzkol Lake – Yurt Camp MaljuraN
Driving time: 5 hours
Today you’ll have some free time to catch up on some rest or explore Murghab village and stock up on any last-minute things you may need.
In the 5-hour drive, you’ll see sweeping mountainous vistas of the Murghab district. Keep your eyes peeled for snow leopards and Marco Polo sheep! These rare and protected animals roam wildly in these mountains.
As we venture into arid and rocky terrain, we’ll delve further into a really remote part of Tajikistan which has lots of geothermal activity! We’ll stop at Tuzkol Salt Lake and take in its azure-tinted waters.
Yurt Camp Maljuran is nestled in a valley beside the Alichur River. The site rests near some beautiful hot springs. You can take a soothing bath in the camp’s home-built pool heated by the geothermal activity before dinner!
Your form of entertainment tonight is the stars – on a clear night, the sky is spectacular. It’s recommended to sleep on the yurt camp floor here because it’s so cozy and warm from the natural heat.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared space in yurt.
Facilities: None, outdoor toilet.
Day 8: Yurt Camp Maljuran – LANGAR
Driving time: 6 hours
After an early breakfast at the yurt camp, we drive up to the Kargush Pass (4344m) and then descend to Langar, where you’ll see a myriad of Martian-like landscapes and striking views of Pakistan’s Hindu Kush Mountains.
We’ll next enter a green oasis, and this is where the Pamir and Wakhan rivers come together to form the Panj River, dividing Afghanistan and Tajikistan. We spend the evening and have dinner at a homestay in Langar village (1436m).
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in homestay.
Facilities: Electricity, no wi-fi, hot shower
day 9: day hike to Engels Peak
Hiking distance: 20 km Hiking time: 9 hours Ascent: +783m Descent: -783m
We leave Langar early today to drive to the start of one of the most beautiful hiking trails in the entire Wakhan Valley: the 9-hour return hike to the 4000m-high meadows at the base of Engels Peak, nestled in the Pamir Mountains!
The trail goes slowly up and although it can be a challenging hike at times, the views of the Wakhan Valley, the snow-covered Hindu Kush Mountains and the villages along the Panj River are exceptional and make it all worth it!
We hike all the way to the Engels Peak basecamp (5 hours) and enjoy lunch at the edge of a lake in the meadows.
We return by the same route (4 hours). In the evening, we stay at the same homestay in Langar.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in homestay.
Facilities: Electricity, no wi-fi, hot shower
Day 10: LANGAR – YAMCHUN FORTRESS – ISHKASHIM VILLAGE – KHOROG
Driving time: 6 hours
Today is a driving day so you can relax after the long hike from yesterday. After having breakfast in our homestay, we pack up our belongings and continue our road adventure on the Pamir Highway. We make a little side trip to visit the 12th-century old Yamchun Fortress and have one last amazing view over the Wakhan Valley from the edge of the fortress.
We return to the main road and spend the rest of the day driving along the Pamir Highway. We stop at the Khakha Fortress near the village of Ishkashim to stretch our legs and optionally visit the ruins
We arrive in the city of Khorog (2200m), famous for being a gateway into Afghanistan, in the afternoon. After we check into our hotel, we spend the rest of the day visiting the interesting Regional Museum and the Central Park. We go for an evening walk in the Khorog Botanical Garden and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Shared room in hotel.
Facilities: Electricity, wi-fi, hot shower
Day 11: Khorog – Jizeu Valley – hike to Jizeu Village
Driving time: 3 hours Hiking distance: 7 km Hiking time: 2 hours
Today we drive for about 3 hours towards the Bartang Valley. Our jeeps drop us off at the trailhead to the Jizeu Valley from where we go on a 2-hour hike to the remote Jizeu Village (2700m). As there are no roads in the village, the jeeps can’t come along so we need to pack a daypack with gear for one night. The rest of our belongings stay safely in the jeeps with the drivers.
We’ll walk along the river while enjoying the views along the way. The Jizeu Valley is a very isolated area and barely gets visited by tourists. We arrive in the village for lunch and settle into several small homestays. As each homestay has limited space, the group may be divided between different families for the night.
After we’re settled in our homestay, we go for a walk around the lake near the village and get a feel of the local culture in this wild and remote community.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in homestay.
Facilities: Limited to no electricity, no wi-fi, no hot shower.
Day 12: Jizeu Village – Kalaikhum
Driving time: 6 hours Hiking distance: 7 km Hiking time: 2 hours
After having breakfast at the homestay, we return on foot to the place where the jeeps dropped us off yesterday.
We get in the jeeps and drive the rest of the day on the Pamir Highway. The road follows partly the Panj River where we get gorgeous vistas of the Vanj Valley until the road widens up and continues along the Afghan border until we reach Kalaikhum (1268m) where we spend the night at a hotel and have dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Shared room in hotel.
Facilities: Electricity, wi-fi, hot shower.
Day 13: Kalaikhum – Dushanbe
Driving time: 6 hours
Today is the last day of our epic road trip along the Pamir Highway! We drive the last 350 km to Dushanbe, following the Panj River and passing numerous small villages along the way. We enjoy the spectacular views of deep rocky valleys while driving up the Shurobod Pass (2126m).
We have a lunch break at a chaikana, local café, in the village of Kulab. We continue the drive and stretch our legs while visiting the 11th-century Hulbuk Palace before we arrive in Dushanbe (800m), the capital of Tajikistan, in the early evening. Welcome back to civilization! We check-in our hotel, enjoy a proper hot shower, connect to the Wi-Fi to let our loved ones know we’re still alive, and have dinner in the city.
Note: This is the final day for travellers who only want to join the 13-day tour. They can depart from Dushanbe on Day 14. A driver will transfer you to the international airport in Dushanbe. Many international flights leave shortly after midnight or early in the morning, so departing during the night between Day 13 and Day 14 is also possible. Otherwise, you can enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your airport transfer.
Travellers who are joining the full tour continue together on the morning of Day 14 to the Fann Mountains (see below).
Meals included: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Shared room in hotel.
Facilities: Wi-Fi, electricity, hot shower.
Day 14: Onwards to the Fann Mountains: Dushanbe – Iskanderkul Lake – Artuch
Driving time: 4 hours Hiking distance: 3.5 km Hiking time: 1-2 hours Ascent: +300m Descent: -300m
After spending the night in Dushanbe, we trade the city for the mountains again. This time we’re heading towards the stunning Fann Mountains. On the way, we take a side trip to visit Iskanderkul Lake (2195m). This alpine lake is surrounded by beautifully-shaped rocky peaks and on a sunny day, the crystal-clear turquoise water contrasts with the red rocks of the mountain slopes.
We have lunch and go for a walk around the lake before continuing our drive to Artuch, a village located at 1848m at the foot of the Fann Mountains. We arrive in the afternoon at the family-run guesthouse in the village. You have the rest of the afternoon free to enjoy a walk around the village to get a feel of the daily life of the local residents before we have dinner at our guesthouse.
Meals included: Breakfast, dinner.
Accommodation: Shared room in guesthouse.
Facilities: electricity, limited Wi-Fi, hot shower
Day 15: Trekking day 1: Artuch – KULIKALON LAKEs – BIBIJANNAT LAKE
Hiking distance: 10 km Hiking time: 5-6 hours Ascent: +855m Descent: -100m
After our breakfast at the guesthouse, we get ready to start the 3-day trek in the Fann Mountains. We start the trek from Artuch and follow the trail upwards along the river.
We turn right into the gorge at the junction of three valleys and follow the trail gradually to the top of the Chukurak Pass (3106m). On the pass, we get treated to a magnificent view of Kulikalon Lakes at the foot of Chimtarga Peak, which at 5,489 metres is the highest mountain in the Fann Mountains.
After our break at Chukurak Pass, we hike south-east towards the foot of the Alaudin Pass where we set up camp on the shores of Bibijannat Lake (3000m). We enjoy our camp dinner while marveling at the spectacular lanscapes surrounding the turquoise lake.
Important: The exact hiking route might be adjusted by the guide, with safety, group and weather conditions as the main priorities.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Tent.
Facilities: None
Day 16: Trekking day 2: Bibijannat lake – alaudin Pass – Alaudin Lake
Hiking distance: 8 km Hiking time: 6-7 hours Ascent: +890m Descent: -980m
We pack up our camp in the morning and continue our trek through the Fann Mountains. We follow the trail climbing east between craggy mountain walls to the summit of Alaudin Pass at 3770 meters. While hiking up, we enjoy the views of stunning snow-capped peaks and alpine lakes reflecting the mountains.
We reach the summit after 4 hours of hiking and enjoy the stunning scenery of the Chapdara Peak and the surrounding mountains. After our picnic, we descend steeply towards Alaudin Lake (2800m). We set up camp on the shore of the lake where we enjoy our dinner and another night underneath the starry sky.
Important: The exact hiking route might be adjusted by the guide, with safety, group and weather conditions as the main priorities.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Accommodation: Tent.
Facilities: None
Day 17: Alaudin Lake – Base Camp – Dushanbe
Hiking distance: 5 km Hiking time: 2-3 hours Driving time: 5 hours
After an early breakfast, we get ready to make our last hike in the Fann Mountains. We hike the final kilometres to Vertical Base Camp, where our drivers are waiting to take us back to Dushanbe.
We arrive in the early evening in Dushanbe where we take a much-needed hot shower at the hotel. We have one last dinner in the city to say goodbye to our amazing group of friends.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch.
Accommodation: Shared room in hotel.
Facilities: Wi-Fi, electricity, hot shower.
(Day 18: Departure from Dushanbe)
Our driver will transfer you to the international airport in Dushanbe. Many international flights leave shortly after midnight or early in the morning, so departing during the night between Day 17 and Day 18 is also possible. Otherwise, you can enjoy breakfast at the hotel before your airport transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
In case you have more questions about this tour, don’t hesitate to contact me.
TOur Costs
Price for the 17-day Pamir Highway & Fann Mountains Tour:
- 4 to 6 people: To be confirmed
- from 7 people on: To be confirmed
Price for the 13-day Pamir Highway Tour:
To be confirmed
The full 17-day tour price combines the Pamir Highway programme with the 4-day Fann Mountains programme. The final price depends on the group size for each part of the journey, as some travellers may choose to finish after Day 13.
What’s included in the price?
- Airport pick-up in Osh on day 1 and airport transfer from Dushanbe on day 14 or day 18
- Transportation: 4×4 Toyota Landcruisers (4 people in 1 car) with experienced drivers
- English-speaking tour guide
- All accommodation mentioned in the itinerary (shared sleeping spaces)
- All meals mentioned in the itinerary
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees for National Parks
- Donkeys for group equipment and permitted personal luggage in the Fann Mountains
- Tents (shared), sleeping mats, cooking and camping equipment in the Fann Mountains
What’s not included in this price?
- International airfares to and from Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan
- Domestic transport to Osh and from Dushanbe (we can arrange Bishkek – Osh airfare tickets for an additional price of €55, see FAQ’s)
- Visa application fee. Many nationalities can visit Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan visa-free, but requirements depend on your passport and can change. Check here for Kyrgyzstan and check here for Tajikistan to see if you can visit the country without having to obtain a visa.
- Visa support (if needed – €50)
- Registration at the OVIR (€20) -> Some visa-free travellers may be required to register with the local authorities after entering Tajikistan. The rules depend on nationality and length of stay. I will provide the latest instructions and assist where necessary after booking.
- GBAO permit required to enter the autonomous Pamir region (€30)
- Early check-in on day 1 in Osh (optional, €30 per room).
- Medical or travel insurance (mandatory to join our trip). I recommend HeyMondo or IATI backpacker if you want a good insurance provider that covers outdoor activities up to 5000 meters.
- Meals not listed in the itinerary (some lunches and dinners in local restaurants, to leave you the choice what to eat)
- Alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, bottled water, and coffee
- Entrance tickets for optional activities such as museums, hot springs, siteseeings, …
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Private room in hotels in the cities (€300) – we can’t provide single supplement in rural areas, see FAQ’s
- Sleeping bag: can be rented for an additional price of €30 for the 3-day trek in the Fann Mountains
- Single tent: if you don’t want to share a tent with another participant, you can rent your own at an additional price of €30 for the 3-day trek in the Fann Mountains
Booking & Cancellation
Confirm your participation with a deposit of €350 per person.
Deposits can be made via a standard bank transfer in EUR or via online transfer (Wise) in EUR or USD.
As soon as I receive your booking, I’ll send out the payment details. Please complete the deposit within 48 hours of receiving the payment details. If payment is not received within this timeframe, the reservation will be cancelled and the place may be offered to another traveller.
The remaining tour balance can be paid in cash on day 1 or by online transfer no later than three weeks before departure. Additional transfer fees may apply.
The departure is guaranteed once at least 4 travellers have booked. You will receive confirmation as soon as the minimum group size has been reached.
If you have any more questions or want more info, please contact me here!
Cancellation policy
If for any reason you can’t join this tour, we’ll refund your deposit – minus €100 administrative costs – if you cancel at the latest 3 months before the start date of the tour.
In case we have to cancel this tour due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control (pandemic, political reasons, natural disasters,…), you’ll receive a full refund of the tour costs (minus transaction costs). We’re not responsible for and therefore don’t refund any flight cancellations and/or flight expenses.
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