Four Days on the Northern Silk Road — Private Group Journey
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- Duration
- 4 days / 3 nights
- Format
- Private tour
- Group size
- Up to 3 travelers
- Starts from
- Panjakent
- Ends at
- Khujand
About This Tour
Trace northern Tajikistan from the archaeological sites around Panjakent to the craft quarters of Istaravshan and the trading streets of Khujand. A final reservoir visit brings a change of pace after the historic centres.
This version is arranged for a private party travelling together. The quoted services and group size are confirmed with the itinerary before travel.
Planning guides for this route
Use these practical guides to check season timing, route difficulty, logistics, and packing before you choose dates.
Route
Panjakent
Khujand
Stops Along the Way
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Begin with Panjakent and continue through the day's route toward Ancient Panjakent. Along the way, make time for Ancient Sarazm, Muhammad Bashoro Mausoleum, Rudaki Memorial and Sanjarshoh Archaeological Site.
Route stops:
- Panjakent
- Ancient Sarazm
- Muhammad Bashoro Mausoleum
- Rudaki Memorial
- Sanjarshoh Archaeological Site
- Ancient Panjakent
- Panjakent
Begin with Seven Lakes Valley and continue through the day's route toward Khujand. Along the way, make time for Istaravshan, Lenin Monument in Istaravshan, Mug Fortress, Hazrati Shoh Complex and Istaravshan Craft Quarter.
Route stops:
- Seven Lakes Valley
- Istaravshan
- Lenin Monument in Istaravshan
- Mug Fortress
- Hazrati Shoh Complex
- Istaravshan Craft Quarter
- Khujand
Begin with Khujand and continue through the day's route toward Arbob Palace. Along the way, make time for Khujand Citadel, Jami Mosque and Panjshanbe Bazaar.
Route stops:
- Khujand
- Khujand Citadel
- Khujand
- Jami Mosque
- Panjshanbe Bazaar
- Arbob Palace
- Khujand
The main focus today is Kayrakkum Reservoir. Allow time to explore this part of the route at the pace agreed for your party.
Route stops:
- Kayrakkum Reservoir
Tour Details
Included in this programme
- Four wheel drive transport on the planned road stages
- Admission at the Rudaki Memorial
- Admission at Sarazm
- Basic guesthouse or hostel accommodation
- Local guiding for the planned visits
- Tourism taxes listed in the package
- Admission at the scheduled Istaravshan sites
- The specified airport car transfers
- Admission at the scheduled Khujand sites
Costs to arrange separately
- Lunch and dinner
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic drinks
- Boat rides
- Personal purchases and incidental expenses
Meeting and transfers
Meeting arrangements are agreed in the Panjakent area. The exact address, pickup time and any border handover are confirmed before travel. A Samarkand transfer is included only where it is explicitly listed in the package.
Travel window and access
Travel window: March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. Actual access depends on local conditions.
Price and group size
The displayed amount is per traveller; the request total changes with the number of travellers. The final services and travel arrangements are confirmed before a request becomes a booking. This format is for 2–3 travellers. Child arrangements are quoted separately; no automatic child discount is assumed.
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