Nature & Adventure
Jeep Expedition: Seven Lakes — 4 Days
$ 1190
A private jeep expedition from Samarkand across the Tajik border to all seven lakes of the Fann Mountains. 4 days / 3 nights, any dates in season.
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About The Tour
A clear overview of the experience
Nature & Adventure · Tajikistan on prepared 4×4s
Jeep Expedition: Seven Lakes
Samarkand · Panjakent · Haftkul — not a there-and-back excursion, but a road into the Fann Mountains, all the way to the seventh lake.
Route
Uzbekistan → Tajikistan
A private jeep expedition starting in Samarkand. On the Tajik side, the group is met by local 4×4 drivers, so the road stays alive: stops at each lake, a night in a mountain village, and enough time not to see Haftkul through a car window in one frame. Border formalities are confirmed before departure.
| Day | Area | What’s inside |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samarkand | Arrival, transfer, expedition briefing |
| 2 | Panjakent → Haftkul | Border crossing, local 4×4s, first four lakes |
| 3 | Haftkul | Fifth, sixth and seventh lakes; treks and a mountain village |
| 4 | Panjakent → Samarkand | Return through the border, onward flight |
Program
Day by day
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Day 1 · Samarkand. Before the Road
Airport pick-up, transfer, and check-in in Samarkand. In the evening, a short expedition briefing — border documents, gear, road conditions, and setting the group’s pace. Afterward, dinner and a walk by the Registan, if you’d rather start the journey at full scale.
Day 2 · Samarkand to Panjakent to Haftkul
An early start toward the border. After crossing, we switch into local 4×4s and drive through Panjakent toward the Fann Mountains. The road climbs the Shing Valley: the first lake, Nejigon, then Soya, Khushyor, and Nofin. Overnight in a mountain house or a small guesthouse by the lakes.
Day 3 · Haftkul. To the Seventh Lake
The whole day belongs to the valley. By jeep and on foot, we go further: Khurdak, Marguzor, and Hazorchashma — the seventh and farthest lake of the cascade. No racing to check off all seven points — stops for tea, a picnic, short walks, and photography are timed to the light, the weather, and the road. Return to Panjakent by evening.
Day 4 · Panjakent to Samarkand
Morning: time in old Panjakent, or a short walk before the road. Then back across the border, transfer to Samarkand, and your onward flight. The route can be extended by 1–2 days — staying longer in the Fann Mountains, adding Iskanderkul, or a night by the sixth lake.
Price
Price per person
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2 travelers, twin/double room | $1,190 |
Private departure — the price per person improves with a larger group. Tell us your dates and group size for an exact quote.
Price
What’s included and what’s paid separately
- Private jeep in Uzbekistan, plus local 4×4 drivers on the Tajik side for the mountain leg
- 1 night hotel in Samarkand, 2 nights guesthouse by the lakes
- AroundCA guide for the entire route, both sides of the border
- Drinking water
- All local taxes
- Flights to and from Samarkand
- Border/visa formalities, if applicable for your nationality
- Meals (available on request)
- Personal expenses, tips, travel insurance
Accommodation, meals, guided excursions, transfers and train tickets can be added to build your final itinerary and price.
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What happens next
How we work — step by step
Our planning is hands-on, not automated. Here’s what to expect once you send your enquiry through.
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Send your enquiry
Form, email or WhatsApp — whichever feels easier. Free and no obligation.
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Get a reply within 24 hours
Often the same day. A real human — no bots, no call centre — with a few questions if we have any.
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Receive a tailored proposal
Route, accommodations, activities — with transparent, itemised pricing. No hidden mark-ups.
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Refine it together
Adjust the pace, swap hotels, change dates — whatever needs to fit. As many rounds as you like.
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Confirm and travel
We hold your reservations and stay on call throughout the trip — from arrival to the flight home.
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Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Why book with AroundCA instead of arranging it myself online?
Because a booking site gives you rooms; we give you a trip that actually works. We know which neighbourhood to stay in, which “great” hotel disappoints, how to sequence a route so you’re not backtracking, and who to call when a flight is cancelled at 11pm. You get a real person who lives in the region — not 40 open browser tabs and a gut feeling.
How much does your planning service cost?
Nothing. Our planning, proposals and revisions are free — we’re paid by the hotels and suppliers we book, at the same rates you’d pay them directly. Expert planning at no extra cost to you.
Is it more expensive than booking direct?
No. We pass through the rates our partners give us, and every proposal is itemised so you see exactly what you pay for. No hidden mark-ups, no fees buried at checkout.
Are you a licensed and insured company?
Yes — fully. We’re a licensed Uzbek tour operator (licence № 853484, registry L-41802557), issued by the Committee for Tourism of Tashkent and valid for domestic, inbound and outbound tourism. Our tour-operator civil liability is insured with APEX INSURANCE (policy EAPD № 1016716). Both documents are available on request.
How do I pay, and is it secure?
Everything is official and transparent. You can pay by bank transfer to our Uzbek company account, or through a secure payment link from our website — official internet acquiring protected by end-to-end encryption. If you prefer, you can also pay via our single company QR code. No cash-in-hand, no grey schemes.
Which destinations do you cover?
We operate across Central Asia — Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and Tajikistan — plus the Caucasus on request, in combination with a Central Asia route. If you don’t see your destination, ask anyway.
Do you also handle flights, visas and insurance?
Yes. We cover all air tickets, visas and travel insurance within our region — your whole trip arranged in one place.
What kind of trips do you plan?
All of them, as long as they’re tailored — honeymoons and romantic getaways, family holidays, luxury and premium escapes, and organised groups, incentives and corporate/MICE programmes.
Can I change the proposal after I receive it?
Yes — that’s the point. Adjust the pace, swap hotels, move dates, tweak the budget. We refine it together over as many rounds as you need, then you confirm.
What’s your cancellation and refund policy?
It depends on your specific booking. Cancellation terms usually follow the hotels’ penalty rules, and air tickets follow the official airlines’ fare conditions. We always show you the exact terms for your trip before you confirm — no surprises.
How do we stay in touch during the trip?
You have us on call throughout — by WhatsApp, phone or email. If a reservation slips or plans change on the ground, one message and we sort it.
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