Osh to Dushanbe, 7-days

Tajikistan

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Visit Alay
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93 reviews
Duration: 7 days
Group size: 1 - 2500
Osh to Dushanbe, 7-days
Tajikistan

Visit Alay
  • Email address verified
93 reviews

Duration: 7 days
Group size: 1 - 2500

About this trip

Immerse in Local Culture: Enjoy traditional hospitality and local cuisine and stay in Kyrgyz yurts at Lenin Peak base and Pamiri homestays. Explore historical landmarks like Yamchun Fortress and Hulbuk Palace, and relax in the healing waters of Bibi Fatima Hot Springs.

Epic High-Altitude Hikes: Trek to Traveler’s Pass (4,130 m) at Lenin Peak and Panorama Ridge (4,800 m) for panoramic views of Lenin Peak and glaciers cascading from the Great Pamir mountains.

Explore Stunning Lakes: Discover the beauty of Tulparkol, Karakul, Bulunkul, and Yashylkul, pristine alpine lakes that reflect the surrounding peaks.

Wakhan Valley Adventures: Drive along the legendary Panj River, tracing the Afghan border with views of remote villages, nomadic caravans, and the Hindu Kush mountains.

Conquer the Highest Passes: Cross the Kyzylart Pass (4,300 m) into Tajikistan and the Akbaital Pass (4,655 m), the highest point on the Pamir Highway.

What’s included

  • Transport
    4x4 Toyota
  • Proffessional driver
    Conversational-English speaking driver
  • Side trips
    Side trips mentioned in the itinerary
  • Driver's expenses
    Driver’s meals and accommodation, fuel, border fees for transport

What’s not included

  • GBAO permit
    The GBAO permit for Pamir region costs additional $35
  • Accommodation and Meals
    Your meals and accommodation
  • Entrance Tickets
    Entrance fees to the museums, attractions (yak riding) and etc.

Available Packages

Osh to Dushanbe Pamir Highway Trip
$475

Available Add-Ons

GBAO permit
$35

 The GBAO permit is required for the Pamir Region in Tajikistan, If you're from a visa-free country, you must obtain it through us. The passport holders of the following nationalities (countries) are eligible to enter Tajikistan without a visa. 

Andorra Argentina Australia Austria Bahamas Bahrain Belgium Bosnia and Herzegovina Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile Costa Rica Croatia Cuba Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominican Republic Ecuador Estonia Finland France Germany Greece

Hungary Iceland Indonesia Ireland Italy Jamaica Japan Jordan Latvia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Malaysia Maldives Malta Marshall Islands Mexico Monaco Mongolia Montenegro Netherlands New Zealand North Korea (DPRK) Norway OmanPhilippines Poland Portugal Qatar Romania Saint Kitts and Nevis Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines San Marino Saudi Arabia Serbia Singapore Slovakia Slovenia Solomon Islands Spain Sri Lanka Sweden Switzerland Thailand UNITED ARAB EMIRATES UNITED STATES Uzbekistan Vatican City

Also, visa-free travel to Tajikistan for up to 14 days is available for persons over 55 years of age from the following countries:

Albania Algeria Barbados China Commonwealth of Dominica Fiji Laos Lebanon Madagascar Morocco Nicaragua North Macedonia Panama Tunisia Vanuatu Vietnam

Itinerary

Day 1
Osh – Sarymogol village – Tulparkol Lake at Lenin Peak Base Camp

 Welcome to the Pamir Highway!
Today we start our drive towards Sarymogol village, 4hr. A nice valley opens when you reach Taldyk Pass (3600 meters) with green pastures and yaks grazing around. Arrive in Sarymogol village and cross the bridge to the yurt camp at Tulparkol Lake (3500 m) next to Lenin Peak Base Camp, 1hr. After settling in, enjoy a hike to Traveler’s Pass (4,130 m). The 3-hour ascent offers breathtaking views of glaciers tumbling down from Lenin Peak. After resting at the pass, return to the yurt camp (2 hrs) for dinner and overnight accommodation.

  • Driving distance/hour: 250 km/ 155mi / 5 hours
  • Hike: 4-5 hours, reaching 4,130m / 13,550 ft
  • Internet: MegaCom
  • Electricity: Available only after dinner (bring a power bank just in case)
  • Facilities: Traditional yurts with outside shared showers and toilets

Your Organizer


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Visit Alay
93 reviews
Welcome to Visit Alay. We are a tour operator specialized in adventure travel and cultural, trekking, horseback riding and Pamir Highway tours in Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and throughout Central Asia.

Reviews

The trip was far more then we expected. We had an amazing time with great people, seen a lot of the culture, amazing views, a fantastic horse ride, delicious food and a awesome guide. Definitely recommend to anyone who truly wants to experience the kyrgyz nomad life. Thank you Visit Alay, CBT Kochkor and our guide Samat!
By Jari V for Horseback Tour to Song Kol Lake on Jul 30, 2025
16-24 July 2025. We had wonderful time. Our driver Kagyor was excellent. His driving skills are outstanding, he is kind and helpful, the whole trip was a pleasure with him. The landscapes were amazing, it was an experience of a lifetime. Thank you for the organization.
By Agnes C for Dushanbe to Osh, 9-days on Jul 30, 2025
This was a very good experience and I am happy to have done it. Group size was optimal, and all needs were catered to adequately. The final itiniary is subject to dynamic adjustments which can put off some light-weight travellers, and I strongly suggest to familiarize yourself with the routes on offline maps since the guide will usually cater to the slowest pace hikers, meaning if you are fit and Go ahead, don’t get lost.
By Erik N for Final payment for Erik (Best of Kyrgyzstan Trek) - July 7-20 on Jul 30, 2025
What a fantastic anyway we made! 7 days of adventure through undiscovered landscapes. Beforehand, we didn't really know what to expect, but once you are on the road, you are taken in by everything there is to see along the way. Our driver Abdul what the best driver we could have wished for. He drove carefully and managed to get around all the big potholes. He also realised right away when we wanted to get out to take photos. He always took his time and was not in a hurry, which was very nice. At the end of the day, it was always a surprise where we ended up spending the night, but this was always a nice accommodation. The food was also simple but delicious! The two hikes during the trip are beautiful but challenging. There is not much about this in the trip description, but for these you need a reasonable level of fitness to complete. I would recommend it to anyone to do the Pamir Highway, it is a once in a lifetime experience.
By Saskia Z for Dushanbe to Osh, 7-days on Jul 30, 2025
This was a good experience overall. The driver was knowledgeable and flexible with us during the trip. Good experience for the price. We saw some beautiful sites and history. However, we had only two points that we thought were drawbacks: 1. We thought that the driver would be more of a tour guide than just a driver. Oftentimes, he didn't come with us to the various tourist sites, so we were on our own for those. It's not necessarily a problem for us, but we were under the impression that he would be able to provide more historical/tourist info at the various sites. It felt like, for the most part, this was a minimal amount, but he would give us whatever background he knew if we asked him. 2. The vehicle was the right type of vehicle for the trip, but it was not in the best condition for this type of trip. The tires appeared to be almost completely worn out (I was shocked when I saw them at the beginning of the trip), and we did indeed have three flat tires during the trip. The driver replaced the tires when we arrived in Osh, but by then, we had already finished all of the rougher roads in Tajikistan (the roughest part of the trip). There were also problems with seatbelts, windows, and the starter, and on the first day the AC had a very difficult time keeping up with the 53C temperatures in Kulob. We were lucky enough that the tire and starter problems all happened when we were in or extremely near a village/town, but because this trip includes long stretches on extremely rough roads, we would expect that any vehicle making this trip would have passed an inspection ahead of time. The driver did a basic inspection of the car each morning, but this isn't the same as having a professional look at the vehicle and make sure it is in good working condition before initial departure. These are just two suggestions for making the experience even better.
By Samuel K for Dushanbe to Bishkek on Pamir Highway on Jul 30, 2025
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References

A Truly Special Guide for the Pamir Highway, Travelling the Pamir Highway from Osh to Dushanbe with Kokon (through Visit Alay) was the highlight of our trip ( we were a group of 4). He’s a safe driver, speaks excellent English, and knows the entire country inside out—but what stood out most was his kindness, honesty, and warm spirit. Kokon made us feel completely at ease, even in the most remote places and brought the journey to life with his stories and humour. If you’re heading to the Pamirs, ask for Kokon. You won’t regret it, and don't forget to tip your guide! :)
By Kat P on 07 Jul, 2025