Dushanbe to Bishkek: The Ultimate Pamir Highway Adventure (13 Days)
Overview
Cross two countries, five 4000m+ passes and a handful of turquoise alpine lakes on the legendary Pamir Highway — from ancient fortresses to nights under nomad stars.
Why You'll Love This Trip
- Turquoise alpine lakes: Yashilkul, Bulunkul, Karakul, Tulparkul and Song Kol
- Face-to-face views of Afghanistan along the Wakhan Corridor
- Five high passes up to 4800m and a glacier trek at Peak Lenin
- Nights in yurts and homestays with Pamiri and Kyrgyz nomads
- Silk Road heritage: Yamchun Fortress and Tash-Rabat caravanserai
Itinerary
Leave Dushanbe behind and head into the mountains, stopping at the medieval Hulbuk fortress before crossing Shurobod Pass. By evening you'll reach the Panj River and catch your very first glimpse of Afghanistan on the opposite bank.
Accommodation
- Hotel
Special information
Approx. 6-hour drive. Hotel stay with electricity and usually Wi-Fi.
Inclusions and activities
Osh, Bishkek, Kalaikhum, Jizeu Village, Khorog, Langar, Bulunkul / Maljuran Valley, Alichur, Karakul Lake, Tulparkul Lake, Kazarman, Tash Rabat, Song Kol Lake
4x4 SUV
4 Hotel, 5 Homestay, 4 Yurt
- • Visit Hulbuk Palace ruins
- • Drive over Shurobod Pass
- • First views of Afghanistan across the Panj River
- • Trek to the isolated Jizeu Village
Before you book you should know
This is a demanding high-altitude journey with multiple treks above 4000m and several long driving days. Some prior trekking experience and good health are strongly recommended.
Upcoming departures
| Date | Seats | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 27, 2026 | 4 seats available | USD $740 | |
| August 10, 2026 | 4 seats available | USD $740 | |
| August 24, 2026 | 4 seats available | USD $740 | |
| September 7, 2026 | 4 seats available | USD $740 | |
| September 21, 2026 | 4 seats available | USD $740 |
Pricing
Group tour
USD $740per seatUp to 4 people