Discover Tajikistan’s natural treasures on an epic journey from Varzob Gorge to Lake Iskanderkul, via the Karakul River Camp. Cross dizzying altitudes, from the banks of the Karakoul River to the imposing summit of Col Dougdone, offering breathtaking views.
Immerse yourself in the local culture by visiting picturesque villages like Gouyitan and exploring iconic sites like the Choukourak Pass and the Koulikalon Lakes. End this memorable adventure with a final foray into the splendid Pasrouddariya Valley before returning to Dushanbe to conclude this journey full of discoveries, then returning to Istanbul, leaving behind unforgettable memories.
Itinerary
Day 1-2: Paris/Istanbul/Doushanbe
Day 3: Doushanbe – Varzob Gorge – Lake Iskanderkoul – Saritak – Karakoul River Camp
Day 4: Karakoul River (2350 m) Camp Before Dougdone Pass (2900 m)
Day 5: Camp Before Dougdone Pass (2900 m) – Dougdone Pass (3812 m) – Sarikhodang Gorge Camp (2650 m)
Day 6: Sarikhodang Gorge (2650 m) – Ptchikoul Lake (2450 m) Artcha Maidan Valley (2200 m)
Day 7: Artcha Maidan Valley (2200 m) – Gouyitan Village (1850 m)
Day 8: Gouyitan Village (1850 m) – Gouyitan Pass (2600 m) Choukourak Lake (2450 m) – Artouch Base (2200 m)
Day 9: Artouch Base (2200 m) – Choukourak Pass (3165 m) – Lakes from Koulikalon (2800 m)
Day 10: Koulikalon acs (2800 m) – Lake Doushokha (2900 m)
Day 11: Doushokha Lake (2900 m) – Alaoutdine Pass (3800 m) – Alaoutdine Lake (2750 m)
Day 12: Lake Alaoutdine (2750 m) – Glacial Lake of Moutnoye (3500 m)
Day 13: Moutnoye glacial lake (3500 m) – Kaznok Pass
Day 14: Lake Alaoutdine (2750 m) – Chapdara Pass (3400 m) – Bodkhona Gorge – Pasrouddariya Valley (2300 m)
Day 15: Pasrouddariya Valley – Doushanbe (5-6 hrs drive)
Day 16: Doushanbe – Istanbul
