Osh – Sarymogol Village – Tulparkol Lake at Lenin Peak Base Camp, 5 – 6 hr

Osh - Start the day with breakfast. Embark on a 4-hour drive to Sarymogol Village. As you reach Taldyck Pass (3600 meters), a beautiful valley with lush pastures and grazing yaks unfolds. Upon arrival in Sarymogol Village, cross the bridge to reach the yurt camp at Tulparkol Lake (3500 m), adjacent to Lenin Peak Base Camp, in about 1 hour. Relish the stunning views of the snow-capped mountains. Take a stroll around the turquoise alpine Tulparkol Lake. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay in a yurt.

Tulparkol Lake – Border Crossings – Karakul Lake – 5 – 6 hr

Lake Tulpar-Kol - Begin with an early breakfast. Set out on a day hike from your yurt camp to the Traveler’s Pass at 4130 meters, taking approximately 3 hours. Marvel at the glaciers as you ascend to the pass. Pause at the top of the Traveler’s Pass to admire the glaciers cascading from the towering peak. Return to your yurts in about 2 hours. Have lunch in a yurt. Drive to the checkpoint, which takes 2 hours. Cross the borders and proceed to Karakul Lake in Tajikistan, a 2-hour journey. The distinct landscape confirms your arrival in Tajikistan. Settle into a guesthouse and take a brief walk around the lake.

Karakul Lake – Murgab Village – Alichur Village, 6-7 hr

Bulungkul Lake – Kargush Pass – Wakhan Valley – Langar Village, 5-6 hr

Langar Village – Yamchun Fortress – Ishkashim Village – Khorog City, 5-6 hr

Khorog to Darvoz (Kalaikhum), 5–6 hr

Kalaikhum - Enjoy breakfast before traveling to Darvoz District. The scenic road follows the river to the Vanj Valley, where it broadens. The journey continues along the Afghan border to Kalaikhum Village, offering picturesque views. Upon arrival in Kalaikhum Village, settle into a guesthouse.

Kalaikhum to Dushanbe, 5–6 hr

Dushanbe - After breakfast, travel to Dushanbe along the Panj River, passing through numerous local villages. The route features deep rocky valleys and stunning mountains, leading up to the Shurobod Pass before reaching Kulab Village. Enjoy lunch in a Chaikana (local café). Visit the 11th-century Hulbuk Palace en route and take in the distant views of the world’s highest hydropower station, Nurek. Arrive in Dushanbe and check into your hotel.

• 4WD transport
• English-speaking driver
• Driver’s meals and accommodations included
• Fuel included
• No fuel surcharges

• Your accommodation and meals throughout the program
• Drinks
• Visa & GBAO permit

• Warm clothes and layers as it gets warm during the day, but can go below freezing at night and when it rains
• Good trekking shoes
• Day pack to carry camera, water, sunscreen, etc.
• Sun protection as the sun is very strong at altitude: Sunglasses, sunscreen (SPF 30 or above), and a sun hat /cap
• Water and windproof jacket and pants. It gets especially windy on the mountain passes
• Medical kit for treating blisters, traveler’s diarrhea and other minor illnesses.
• Water purification tablets or drops if you want to clean the spring water
• Refillable water bottle
• Wet wipes and/or anti-bacterial gel to clean hands

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.