Travel back to ancient times. Visit Tajikistan’s Pompeii and explore archaeology, bazaars, and traditional homes. Includes overnight stay in the city.

Ancient Panjakent, local bazaar, overnight stay in a hotel

🚌 Day 1: Dushanbe → Panjakent

⏰ Early morning departure from Dushanbe
Enjoy a scenic drive past lakes, rivers, and mountains heading northwest.

🏛 Explore the Ancient Ruins of Panjakent
Guided tour through the Sogdian city — temples, homes, and mural-covered walls.

🏤 Panjakent History Museum
View ancient tools, ceramics, restored art, and real artifacts.

🍽 Dinner & overnight stay in local guesthouse
Experience warm Tajik hospitality with homemade food and mountain silence.

🌄 Day 2: Panjakent → Dushanbe (with local stops)

🛍 Visit Panjakent Bazaar
One of the region’s oldest markets — perfect for souvenirs and meeting locals.

🕌 Optional stop at Sarazm (UNESCO Site)
Explore a 5,000-year-old settlement — one of Central Asia’s earliest civilizations.

📸 Scenic drive back with photo stops
Arrive in Dushanbe by early evening.