Nature & DesertSamarkand

Seven Lakes of the Fann Mountains: A One-Day Trip from Samarkand

Just a couple of hours from Samarkand lies an entirely different world — the rugged yet breathtakingly beautiful Fann Mountains. Hidden among the cliffs and pine forests are seven lakes, each unique in color and character, ranging from soft turquoise to deep emerald. Your journey begins with departure from Samarkand in comfortable transport, accompanied by a professional guide. Along the way, you'll stop at a local market to try fresh fruit and pick up souvenirs, before continuing into the mountains along a scenic road. You'll visit all seven lakes — Mijgon, Soya, Khushyor, Nofin, Khurdak, Marguzor, and Hazorchashma — with plenty of time to photograph the untouched nature of Central Asia. The highlight of the day is a picnic by a waterfall, the perfect spot to rest and enjoy the mountain silence. This trip is for those who want to experience Uzbekistan not only through its ancient cities, but through its wild, truly unspoiled nature as well.

Highlights

Seven lakes in shades of turquoise and emerald
Picnic by a waterfall in the mountains
Panoramic views of the Fann Mountains
Stop at a local market along the way

Day-by-day itinerary

In the morning, departure from Samarkand in comfortable transport with a professional guide. Along the way — a stop at a local market and a scenic drive through the Fann Mountains. The main program includes visiting the seven lakes: Mijgon, Soya, Khushyor, Nofin, Khurdak, Marguzor, and Hazorchashma. Picnic by the waterfall. In the evening, return to Samarkand.