Tajikistan Yagnob Valley Trekking Tour
Trekking tour in Yagnob valley of Tajikistan in 8 days
Tour Details
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Period
April - October -
Tour length
8 Days -
Price from
$1,115/ person (group of 12 pax)
Tour Highlights
Begin on a thrilling Tajikistan Yagnob Valley Trekking Adventure, an 8-day journey that takes you through the heart of Tajikistan’s breathtaking landscapes and ancient cultural heritage. From exploring the historical treasures of Dushanbe, including the famous Sleeping Buddha, to trekking across the high-altitude Khoki Pass (3600m) and through the remote Yagnob Valley, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure and cultural immersion. You’ll traverse picturesque villages, visit the iconic Iskanderkul Lake, and experience authentic local hospitality with overnight stays in guesthouses and tents. Ideal for nature lovers and cultural explorers, this trek offers an unforgettable glimpse into Tajikistan’s hidden gems and nomadic traditions.
Tour Itinerary
After a leisurely breakfast, we will spend the day exploring the capital of Tajikistan, Dushanbe. Our first stop will be the National Museum of Antiquities, famous for the Sleeping Buddha, which was excavated from the Buddhist monastery at Ajina Teppa. Then we will visit the Museum of Musical Instruments and Folklore, founded by the Badakhshani actor Gurminj Zavkybekov.
Afterward, we will explore the city’s main market. In the afternoon, we will take a walk in Rudaki Park, dedicated to the great Persian poet Rudaki, who lived during the Samanid era in the 10th century AD. From the park, we will walk to the Ismail Somoni statue, a large monument commemorating the 1,100th anniversary of the Samanid State, a Golden Age for the Tajik nation when science and arts thrived.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight in a 3-star hotel or similar.
Drive for 2-3 hours by car to reach Rufigar. From there, we will begin our trek to the foot of the Khoki Pass, walking for 4-5 hours.
Overnight in tents at the foot of the Khoki Pass.
After breakfast, we will begin our trek toward the village of Krionte (2600m), with a picnic along the way.
This will be a 6-7 hour trek.
Overnight in a guesthouse.
Today’s trek will take us toward Pskon, and from there, we will continue to the village of Garmen.
Picnic along the route, with a 5-6 hour hike.
Overnight in a guesthouse with local residents.
Today’s trek will be toward the village of Kul, followed by a stroll through the village of Kul and Noumetkon.
We will walk for 5-6 hours and spend the night in tents.
We will walk through the villages of the Yagnob Valley: Kasha, Tagichanor, and Noumetkon.
The trek will last for 5-6 hours, with an overnight stay in tents.
In the morning, we will visit the villages of Shovita, Makhtimain, and Sarishakh Bidev.
After lunch, we will head toward Iskanderkul Lake and later transfer to Dushanbe.
We will walk for 4-5 hours.
Dinner at a restaurant and overnight at a 3-star hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Europe.
Tour Information
Service includes:
- Hotel accommodations
- Guesthouse stays
- Entry tickets to attractions according to the program
- Guided tours
- Services of a guide
- Porters
- Transportation
- Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Service does not include:
- Insurance policy
- International and domestic flights
- Alcoholic beverages
Group Price
Group | Price |
2 pax | $4,480 (per person $2,240 ) |
4 pax | $7,168 (per person $1,792 ) |
6 pax | $9,072(per person $1,512 ) |
8 pax | $10,704 (per person $1338 ) |
10 pax | $12,260 (per person $1,226 ) |
12 pax | $13,380 (per person $1,115 ) |
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