Bespoke route · Tajikistan
The Complete Dushanbe Experience — 6 days / 5 nights
Discover Dushanbe and its surroundings in 6 days: history, eastern markets, the mountain scenery of Varzob and the capital's main sights.
★5.0 (33) · Google / Tripadvisor
ABOUT THE ROUTE
A six-day sightseeing tour of Dushanbe and its surroundings — a convenient format for a first acquaintance with Tajikistan. The programme brings together the capital's main landmarks, the historic Hisor Fortress, the scenic Varzob Valley, the National Museum of Tajikistan and the colourful Mehrgon market.
The route combines history, culture, the rhythm of the modern city and nature just a few dozen kilometres from Dushanbe. The price includes accommodation in a 4★ hotel, private transfers, transport as per the programme, excursions with an English-speaking guide and entrance tickets. The tour suits travellers who want to see the key sights of Dushanbe in comfort and get to know Tajikistan without long drives.
Tour price
The price is quoted per person:
2 people — 5,398 TJS per person
4 people — 4,259 TJS per person
6 people — 3,819 TJS per person
8 people — 3,598 TJS per person
10 people — 3,445 TJS per person
Notes
Special partner rates apply.
Guests booking this tour receive a 40% discount on visa support services in Tajikistan.
A letter of invitation (LOI) is provided free of charge.
A single occupancy supplement is available on request.
TRIP PROGRAMME
Day-by-day itinerary
On arrival at Dushanbe International Airport you are met by your guide and transferred to the hotel for check-in.
The journey begins with a sightseeing tour of Dushanbe — the modern and welcoming capital of Tajikistan.
The programme includes:
The Ismoil Somoni Monument
Rudaki Park
The National Library of Tajikistan
The State Emblem Monument
Independence Square
The Dushanbe Flagpole
The Navruz Palace district
Beautiful parks and boulevards
During the tour you will learn about the history, traditions and modern development of the country while visiting the city's principal sights.
Overnight in Dushanbe.
Breakfast at the hotel.
A trip to Hisor, located about 30 km west of Dushanbe.
Visit the famous Hisor Fortress — one of the most important historical monuments in Tajikistan. You will explore the ancient fortress complex, the medieval madrasah and the caravanserai that once welcomed merchants travelling the Great Silk Road.
The programme includes:
The Hisor Fortress
The historic caravanserai
A walk around the archaeological site
Free time for photographs
Return to Dushanbe.
Free evening.
Overnight in Dushanbe.
Breakfast at the hotel.
A free day to relax.
Guests can explore Dushanbe on their own, rest at the hotel, visit local cafés and shopping centres, or choose optional excursions on request.
Overnight in Dushanbe.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today you will discover the scenic Varzob Valley — one of Tajikistan's most popular natural destinations.
The valley lies north of Dushanbe and is known for its magnificent mountain scenery, rivers, clean air and beautiful landscapes.
The programme includes:
A scenic drive along the mountain road
Viewpoints over the Varzob River
Stops in nature and for photographs
Relaxing in the calm mountain atmosphere
A taste of local mountain colour
Return to Dushanbe in the afternoon.
Overnight in Dushanbe.
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning you will visit two important cultural landmarks of the capital.
The National Museum of Tajikistan
Discover the history of Tajikistan through engaging exhibitions devoted to archaeological finds, ancient civilisations, traditional dress, art and the country's cultural heritage.
Mehrgon Bazaar
Experience real local life at one of Dushanbe's modern eastern markets. Here you can wander among colourful stalls of fresh fruit, vegetables, spices, dried fruit, nuts, sweets and local produce.
Free time in the afternoon for shopping or relaxing.
Overnight in Dushanbe.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Check-out and transfer to Dushanbe International Airport in line with your flight schedule.
End of the programme.
The order and content of days may be adjusted to departure dates and weather.
TRAVELLER REVIEWS
How it went
AL
★★★★★
Anna Levchenko, Moscow
The best trip of our lives. The Sayohat team thought of every detail — from the airport pickup in Dushanbe to sunsets over the Pamirs. We simply enjoyed ourselves while everything else was taken care of for us.
DS
★★★★★
Dmitry Sokolov, Saint Petersburg
The Pamir Highway is another planet. Our guide Farrukh knew every pass and every legend. The vehicles were reliable and the guesthouse stays were heartfelt.
EM
★★★★★
Ekaterina Morozova, Kazan
Samarkand exceeded all expectations. The Registan at dawn gave us goosebumps. Transfers, hotels and the guide worked flawlessly, without a single hitch.
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