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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Full Day Private Tour in Seven Lakes from Samarkand
Pickup included
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
Reviews
111 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
7 lake tajikistan memorables
Safari30354095773,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00i recomended you to use this travel. they made memorable trip with comfort car, humble tour guide, and good driver
A comprehensive trip and...
Ana B,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A comprehensive trip with a very knowledgeable and quite elucidative guide Visit of beautiful locals
Nice tour to the seven lakes
Tomas S,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A very well organized and nice tour to the seven lakes. Knowledgeable and nice guide, Navruz, who drove safely on the sometimes bad roads. Unfortunately we could not reach the last lake because of the bad road. The border crossings took about 40 minutes both in and out of Tajikistan. The return transport from Samarkand to the border also went without problems. Interesting to see some of the life in the mountain villages on the way to the lakes.
Beautiful day out of town
Davide C,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting naturalistic experience. Great drivers, nice experience. I recommend it for a different day if you are in Samarkand.
10/10 experience! We highly recommend!
lesliedU4195GH,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely incredible day! The pick up from our hotel was super puntctual and the driver who took us to the border very friendly. In Tayikistan our guide for the day was waiting for us. His name is Navruz. Navruz was AMAZING! We had such a fantastic time with him. We highly recommend him for further trips. His english is perfect, he knows so much about the country, he is very very kind and helpful and so understanding. He drives super safe and he was very attentive to all our needs. Such a warm hearted person. He made this trip special. We are very happy to have met him.
Good communication about...
Nantida J,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Good communication about pick up & crossing boarder. Tajikistan is beautiful & has unique scenery. Highly recommended!
Awesome tour
Jenny S,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was very well organized. We were picked up by our driver at our accommodation and he took us to the border. We then walked across with little waiting time. In Tajikistan, our guide met us right at the border. He was very knowledgeable about the region and the history of the country. We drove into the mountains and saw six lakes. We decided not to go to the seventh lake as it was already getting late and the weather was just incredible at the sixth lake, so we ended up picnicking there and spending quite a bit of time taking photos. When we returned to the border, our initial driver met us there again. He recommended a lovely winery and great restaurant on our way home. Great experience all around. Especially if you only have one day this is a great opportunity to visit another country and see some beautiful nature. Thanks so much!
Amazing tour!
jennysZ4782TU,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was very well organized. We were picked up by our driver at our accommodation and he took us to the border. We then walked across with little waiting time. In Tajikistan, our guide met us right at the border. He was very knowledgeable about the region and the history of the country. We drove into the mountains and saw six lakes. We decided not to go to the seventh lake as it was already getting late and the weather was just incredible at the sixth lake, so we ended up picnicking there and spending quite a bit of time taking photos. When we returned to the border, our initial driver met us there again. He recommended a lovely winery and great restaurant on our way home. Great experience all around. Especially if you only have one day this is a great opportunity to visit another country and see some beautiful nature. Thanks so much!
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