Private Tour
Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand
Overview
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Welcome to Fascinating tour to the land of mountains where top of the ridges are always covered with snow and where narrow gorges hide small lakes with an amazing color of water.
The lakes are called the Haftkul (which means “Seven Lakes” in Tajik) - sometimes they are also known as Marguzor Lakes.
Mountain villages perched near Lakes Khurdak and Marguzor provide a glimpse into the present-day lifestyle of rural Tajik families.
Visa Requirements for Your Trip
This trip starts in Uzbekistan and enters Tajikistan. Both Uzbekistan and Tajikistan offer visa-free entry for many nationalities. However, before booking, please check your specific visa requirements to ensure a smooth journey.
If you need a visa, make sure you have:
A Tajikistan visa (if required for your nationality).
A double-entry visa for Uzbekistan, as you will re-enter the country after visiting Tajikistan.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Panjakent
Meet up with our driver in your hotel and transfer to Uzbek - Tajik border. Arrival at Uzbek - Tajik border pass. You nned to walk to cross the border. After border crossing fomality Meet by Tajikistan staff and drive to Penjikent.
Seven Lakes
Drive to Marghuzor, the first lake , at an elevation of 1,640 m. Its name traslates to eyelashes in Tajik. The lake is known for its vibrant colors. Next you will visit Soya Lake. Translating as "shadow", due to this lake's geographical position between high cliffs, the lake remains in the shade almost the whole day. The third lake, Gushor, is sitauted a mere 400 meters from Soya. The two lakes are connected by a turbulent stream. Translating as "watchful", this lake is surrounded by steep cliffs. Fourth lake, called Nofin, is the central lake translates as "umbilical cord" due to its length, which stands at 2.5 km The fifth lake, situated 1.5 km away from Nofin and passing through the beautiful village of Pardut is the Khurdak lake, which translates to "the baby" as this lake is the smallest one of the seven. The sixth lake, Marguzor, is the largest and, to many people, the most beautiful of the Seven Lakes.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrence fee to Sarazm archeological site
Lunch
Tajikistan visa (if required for your nationality).
A double-entry visa for Uzbekistan, as you will re-enter the country after visiting Tajikistan.
Pickup points
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Group Tour
Group tour : Pickup will be in front of Registan Square, near Labi G'or Restaurant. TIME 8:30 Pick up from hotel on request
Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand
Pickup included
Reviews
120 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Beautiful nature but you all day in the car
1970saskiak,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Big day trip from Samarkand. Cars, drivers and guide were well arranged and comfortable. Long line to cross border Tajikistan. Lakes are half full in May, so really only the seventh lake was really worth it. It's a long drive back and forth on very bumpy roads. We understood from the guide that the lakes are the most beautiful in August and September because then there is the most water. Still interesting to see the rural country of Tajikistan and beautiful nature.
Worth it
M4778MXrobertd,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great experience. The only bad thing is the 2 hours of queuing at the border to pass Tajikistan. It's chaos and the local people are continually sneaking in, making the queue of the civilized people not advance. As for the excursion it was very good. The guide was very nice although our driver drove like crazy!
Surreal Trip
Shubham S,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing trip. The lakes are surreal and our guide, Diloshub, had amazing knowledge about Tajikistan and its history and geography. Would recommend 100%.
The view is beautiful, recommended for those who are prepared for mountain infrastructure
yunam82,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on a tour of Seven Lakes and overall it was a very satisfying experience. To be honest, it felt a bit expensive compared to the price of the ride-hailing app Yandex in Uzbekistan. However, the scenery was really beautiful enough to make sense of it, and I am glad I participated. When I entered Tajikistan, I found it quite difficult to go there on my own, because I could hardly use the airwaves. I think it was the right thing to do on the tour in that respect as well. The best part was that the driver on the Tajikistan side was an English teacher who was very good at English. It was easy to communicate and I felt safe. The road to Seven Lakes is pretty rattling, but because we had our own solid car on this tour, we were able to get to a deeper area that no other regular car could get to. I think this is a big point. Even at a small restaurant I stopped by along the way, thanks to the driver who stepped in, I was able to eat with peace of mind without worrying about snatching or anything. The tour did not stop at souvenir shops and basically only spent money on lunch. In my case, changing $10 for three people was enough, so I didn't have to change more money. One thing to note is that toilets are fairly simple, have no keys, and are of the so-called "hole" type. It's in nature, so you should be prepared for this. Also, it swings quite a bit along the way, so I think this tour is for people who have some physical strength and can withstand the shaking of mountain roads. Still, it was such a fascinating tour, including all of those, that I wanted to go back. If you came to Samarkand, I highly recommend it. In my case, it was Golden Week, so four Japanese got together and drove the same car. It seems that if there are other Japanese participants, they will solidify it, so I think it is relatively easy for those who are anxious about English communication to participate.
Wonderful tour
Noviana I,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful experience tour. Guide Dilo n all the driver very2 friendly n helpful. So beautiful lakes. Guide explain so clearly.
The seven lakes are...
TomasZagoda,Apr 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The seven lakes are absolutely stunning, and our driver Rahim got us there safe and sound on some very narrow and winding roads. Our guide Dill was absolutely amazing and so much fun, telling us lots of facts about Tajikistan and sharing some delicious food with us. It’s a great day out and the tour was handled very well.
Worth the trip
Myra n,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The lakes are gorgeous so worth the trip. Border crossing into Tajikistan took 2 hours at 9:30. Border crossing back took 10 minutes. Because it took so long we did not get to see the UNESCO site in Panjakent as listed in the itinerary. Clearly we were not the first group to take 2 hours. Be honest about that in describing the tour. Guide got an A. Driver got an A+. Most of the trip was on unpaved roads and many portions hugged the mountain side on narrow roads. But driver was really good.
The Uzbekistan–Tajikistan...
diegoga8,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The Uzbekistan–Tajikistan border crossing was not too difficult, but it can be a bit confusing, so make sure you receive all your entry and exit stamps correctly. What really made the experience worthwhile was Afred, our amazing guide. He was not only a skilled driver but an even better guide: funny, engaging, and very knowledgeable throughout the journey. The lakes are absolutely stunning and the scenery along the way is impressive, with plenty of driving and beautiful views. The drive to the border takes about an hour, and our car unfortunately did not have seat belts, which seems quite common in Uzbekistan, though it doesn’t really make sense. Overall, highly recommended, try to request Afred if you can.
great day trip
Orsolya K,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Diloshub was an amazing guide. She is very knowledgeable and helpful and our drivers were great as well.
An absolute must-do if...
Pantakan S,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00An absolute must-do if you are in Samarkand! The Seven Lakes are even more beautiful in person. The tour was well-organized, the vehicle was comfortable for the mountain roads, and our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. The colors of the water change with every turn of the road. It was a long day but worth every second for the views and the experience of visiting Tajikistan.
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