{"id":280863,"date":"2025-02-03T11:39:23","date_gmt":"2025-02-03T10:39:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/overlanding-off-road-trip\/tadjikistan\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T21:51:17","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T19:51:17","slug":"tajikistan","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overlanding-off-road-trip\/tajikistan\/","title":{"rendered":"Tajikistan Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"et_pb_section_0 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section pac-dtocm-exclude preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_0 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--2d95c5c8-d1df-447f-a86b-34caf3964538\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_0 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_0 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--45d90a7d-78b9-4f54-bfb2-fc9c5a09678e\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h1>Our must-dos for a 15-day road trip in Tajikistan: Pamir Road, Wakhan, Bartang, etc.<\/h1>\n<h2>All our tips for preparing a trip to Tajikistan by 4x4, van, motorcycle or bicycle<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_1 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_1 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_1 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_1 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>Tajikistan<\/strong>, a small mountainous country in<strong>Central Asia<\/strong>, is a veritable paradise for adventurers and mountain lovers. Crossed by the mythical <strong>Pamir Road<\/strong>, the country has many hidden gems, such as the magnificent <strong>Wakhan Valley<\/strong>, which runs along the Afghan border, or the <strong>Bartang Valley<\/strong>, famous for its vertiginous slopes. In this article, we'll give you our <strong>tips for preparing your road trip (4x4, motorcycle or bike)<\/strong>, the <strong>must-sees<\/strong>, the <strong>challenges<\/strong>, and how to organize a <strong>15-day itinerary<\/strong> that will give you timeless moments!  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_2 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_2 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_2 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_0 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar.png\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar.png 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-35185\" title=\"olivia-victor-ountravela-avatar\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_3 et_pb_column et_pb_column_2_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_2 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h4>Hello! 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data-mtocai_phone=\"off\" data-alh=\"off\" data-ds=\"open\" data-dst=\"open\" data-dsp=\"open\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_title_area click_on click_tablet_on click_phone_on\"><div role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" id=\"pac_dtocm_title\" class=\"pac_dtoc_title\">Table of Contents<\/div><button class=\"pac_dtoc_icon_responsive\" type=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"pac_dtoc_body\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><div class=\"pac_dtoc_opened_icon et-pb-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">2<\/div><div class=\"pac_dtoc_closed_icon et-pb-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">3<\/div><\/button><\/div><div role=\"navigation\" aria-labelledby=\"pac_dtocm_title\" class=\"pac_dtoc_body_area inside\"><div class=\"divi_table_of_contents\" role=\"tree\"><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_2\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#DiscoverTajikistanahiddengeminCentralAsia\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#DiscoverTajikistanahiddengeminCentralAsia\" id=\"DiscoverTajikistanahiddengeminCentralAsia_toc_headding\">Discover Tajikistan, a hidden gem in Central Asia<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#BeforeyoutraveltoTajikistan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#BeforeyoutraveltoTajikistan\" id=\"BeforeyoutraveltoTajikistan_toc_headding\">Before you travel to Tajikistan<\/a><\/div><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_3\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Spokenlanguages\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Spokenlanguages\" id=\"Spokenlanguages_toc_headding\">Spoken languages<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Visa\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Visa\" id=\"Visa_toc_headding\">Visa<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Airlinetickets\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Airlinetickets\" id=\"Airlinetickets_toc_headding\">Airline tickets<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Costofliving\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Costofliving\" id=\"Costofliving_toc_headding\">Cost of living<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#44rental\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#44rental\" id=\"44rental_toc_headding\">4x4 rental<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Motorcyclerental\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Motorcyclerental\" id=\"Motorcyclerental_toc_headding\">Motorcycle rental<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#HowtoprepareyourtriptoTajikistan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#HowtoprepareyourtriptoTajikistan\" id=\"HowtoprepareyourtriptoTajikistan_toc_headding\">How to prepare your trip to Tajikistan?<\/a><\/div><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_3\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#IsTajikistanasafecountry\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#IsTajikistanasafecountry\" id=\"IsTajikistanasafecountry_toc_headding\">Is Tajikistan a safe country?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#DoIneedavisatotraveltoTajikistan\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#DoIneedavisatotraveltoTajikistan\" id=\"DoIneedavisatotraveltoTajikistan_toc_headding\">Do I need a visa to travel to Tajikistan?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#EnteringTajikistanbylandfromKyrgyzstan\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#EnteringTajikistanbylandfromKyrgyzstan\" id=\"EnteringTajikistanbylandfromKyrgyzstan_toc_headding\">Entering Tajikistan by land from Kyrgyzstan<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#WhenisthebesttimetovisitTajikistan\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#WhenisthebesttimetovisitTajikistan\" id=\"WhenisthebesttimetovisitTajikistan_toc_headding\">When is the best time to visit Tajikistan?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Wheretosleep\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Wheretosleep\" id=\"Wheretosleep_toc_headding\">Where to sleep?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Howdoyouplanyouritinerary\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Howdoyouplanyouritinerary\" id=\"Howdoyouplanyouritinerary_toc_headding\">How do you plan your itinerary?<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#WhatarethechallengesofaPamirroadtrip\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#WhatarethechallengesofaPamirroadtrip\" id=\"WhatarethechallengesofaPamirroadtrip_toc_headding\">What are the challenges of a Pamir road trip?<\/a><\/div><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_3\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Difficultroadconditions\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Difficultroadconditions\" id=\"Difficultroadconditions_toc_headding\">Difficult road conditions<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Managingaltitudeandaltitudesickness\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Managingaltitudeandaltitudesickness\" id=\"Managingaltitudeandaltitudesickness_toc_headding\">Managing altitude and altitude sickness<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Essentialequipment\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#Essentialequipment\" id=\"Essentialequipment_toc_headding\">Essential equipment<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#Our15dayitineraryinTajikistanby44andmotorcycle\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#Our15dayitineraryinTajikistanby44andmotorcycle\" id=\"Our15dayitineraryinTajikistanby44andmotorcycle_toc_headding\">Our 15-day itinerary in Tajikistan by 4x4 and motorcycle<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#OurmustseesinTajikistan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#OurmustseesinTajikistan\" id=\"OurmustseesinTajikistan_toc_headding\">Our must-sees in Tajikistan<\/a><\/div><ul class=\"pac_dtoc_heading_level_3\" role=\"group\"><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#LakeKarakul\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#LakeKarakul\" id=\"LakeKarakul_toc_headding\">Lake Karakul<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#BartangValley\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#BartangValley\" id=\"BartangValley_toc_headding\">Bartang Valley<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#TheWakhanValley\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#TheWakhanValley\" id=\"TheWakhanValley_toc_headding\">The Wakhan Valley<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#LakesYashilKulandBulunkul\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#LakesYashilKulandBulunkul\" id=\"LakesYashilKulandBulunkul_toc_headding\">Lakes Yashil Kul and Bulunkul<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#ZorkulReserve\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#ZorkulReserve\" id=\"ZorkulReserve_toc_headding\">Zorkul Reserve<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_3\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#ThePamirhighway\" data-hl=\"3\"><\/span><a href=\"#ThePamirhighway\" id=\"ThePamirhighway_toc_headding\">The Pamir highway<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"pac_dtoc_li_heading_level_2\" role=\"treeitem\"><div role=\"presentation\"><span data-href=\"#OurblogpostsonTajikistan\" data-hl=\"2\"><\/span><a href=\"#OurblogpostsonTajikistan\" id=\"OurblogpostsonTajikistan_toc_headding\">Our blog posts on Tajikistan<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_5 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_5 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_1 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-tajikistan-central-asia.jpg\" width=\"660\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-tajikistan-central-asia.jpg 660w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-tajikistan-central-asia-480x335.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 660px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-280277\" title=\"map-tajikistan-asia-central\" alt=\"travel guide to Georgia, the pearl of the Caucasus.\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_4 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\" id=\"pourquoi\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_6 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_3 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Discover Tajikistan, a hidden gem in Central Asia<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_4 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>After many years on the trails of Kyrgyzstan - we even published <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/overland-adventure-off-road-book\/explore-kyrgyzstan-travel-guide\/\" title=\"book explore Kyrgyzstan\">a book about the country<\/a>? - it was time for us to discover Tajikistan! This little-known country in the heart of<strong>Central Asia<\/strong>, situated between<strong>Uzbekistan<\/strong>, <strong>Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>, <strong>China<\/strong> and<strong>Afghanistan<\/strong>, is a real hidden gem that deserves to be explored in depth.  <\/p>\n<p>Dominated by the majestic <strong>Pamir Mountains<\/strong>, the country is shaped by <strong>high plateaus<\/strong> and impressive <strong>rocky, fertile valleys<\/strong>. Tajikistan's capital, <strong>Dushanbe<\/strong>, is the ideal starting point for exploring the country's breathtaking landscapes. But if, like us, you're starting your trip from Kyrgyzstan, we've put together the<strong> ideal itinerary for a 14-day loop through the Pamir<\/strong>. It will take you along the ancient <strong>Silk Road<\/strong> to discover the incredible hospitality of the Pamiris and the country's highest passes. Get ready for an extraordinary adventure on the <strong>roof of the world<\/strong>!    <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_5 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_7 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_2 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-12.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-12.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-12-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281356\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-4x4-overland\" alt=\"Travelling to Tajikistan by road: an incredible experience\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_8 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_3 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-16.jpg\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-16.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-16-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 800px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281358\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-1-16\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_6 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\" id=\"pratique\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_9 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_5 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Before you travel to Tajikistan<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_7 et_pb_row et_pb_equal_columns et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_10 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_0 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf4ad<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_0 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Spoken languages<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_6 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>Tajik<\/li>\n<li>Russian<\/li>\n<li>English only in major cities and tourist areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tip: carry a small paper lexicon with you, as there isn't much of a network.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_11 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_1 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf5ab<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_1 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Visa<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_7 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><strong>No visa is required for stays of less than 30 days<\/strong><span>; for stays longer than 30 days, you will need to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overlanding-off-road-trip\/tajikistan\/border-crossing-visa-permit\/\" title=\"tajikistan visa\">apply for an e-visa<\/a><span>. <\/span><strong>A GBAO permit is required<\/strong><span>  to visit the Upper Badakhshan Autonomous Region, which includes the Pamir Highway. Remember to  <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/gbao-permit-tajikistan\/\" title=\"GBAO license\">Order your GBAO license online<\/a><span> in advance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_12 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_2 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf072<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_2 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Airline tickets<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_8 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>700-800\u20ac return (Paris-Douchanb\u00e9)<\/p>\n<p>500-600 return via Kyrgyzstan!<\/p>\n<p>Best season: June-September. You can find cheaper tickets from Osh (Kyrgyzstan). <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_8 et_pb_row et_pb_equal_columns et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_13 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_3 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf4c0<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_3 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Cost of living<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_9 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><ul>\n<li>\n<p>Local currency: 1\u20ac = 11.4 somonis (2025)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Food: \u20ac4-7 for a restaurant meal<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Overnight stay at a guesthouse: 5\u201310\u20ac per person, including breakfast<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Wilderness camping authorized<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>SP petrol: \u20ac0.6\/L<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_14 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_4 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf5e4<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_4 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">4x4 rental<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_10 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p><span>To rent a 4\u00d74 in Tajikistan, you'll need between \u20ac90 and \u20ac150\/day, depending on the model (Toyota Landcruiser, Prado, etc.). Please note that there aren't many rental agencies; here are our recommendations for the  <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-tajikistan\/4x4-rental-dushanbe-osh\/\" title=\"4x4 rental tajikistan\">Best 4x4 rental agencies in Tajikistan.<\/a><span> Note that it is also possible to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/4x4-rental-in-bishkek-osh-4wd-to-travel\/\" title=\"4x4 rental Kyrgyzstan\">rent a 4x4 in Kyrgyzstan<\/a><span> and then cross the border.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_15 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_icon_5 et_pb_icon et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_icon_wrap\"><span class=\"et-pb-icon\">\uf21c<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_heading_5 et_pb_heading et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_heading_container\"><h3 class=\"et_pb_module_header\">Motorcycle rental<\/h3><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_11 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_flex_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>To rent a motorcycle in Kyrgyzstan, you'll need to spend \u20ac60-90\/day, depending on the model (Yamaha 600XT, Africa Twin, BMW 650 GS, etc).<\/p>\n<p>Please note that supply is limited, so we advise you to book in advance. Find all our recommendations for <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-kyrgyzstan\/4x4-rental-in-bishkek-osh-4wd-to-travel\/\" tabindex=\"0\">renting a motorcycle in Kyrgyzstan here.<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_9 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\" id=\"organiser\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_16 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_12 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>How to prepare your trip to Tajikistan?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_13 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Is Tajikistan a safe country?<\/h3>\n<p>During our trip in the summer of 2024, we felt really safe and didn't encounter <strong>any problems<\/strong>. <strong>The population is very welcoming and extremely generous<\/strong>! It should be borne in mind, however, that Tajikistan is <strong>one of the poorest countries in the region<\/strong>, so it's possible to fall victim to small-scale scams or attempts at corruption. <strong>The border with Afghanistan remains a sensitive area<\/strong>, due to heavy drug trafficking, but tourists are not affected. There are numerous military checkpoints along the Afghan border, and it is forbidden to camp near them (you will be quickly dislodged by the military). <\/p>\n<h3>Do I need a visa to travel to Tajikistan?<\/h3>\n<p>Good news! <strong>For stays of less than 30 days, nationals of over 60 countries, including France, Belgium, Switzerland and Canada, don't need a visa<\/strong>. However, <strong>after 10 working days<\/strong> (i.e. 14 days), you must <strong>register in person<\/strong> at one of the official offices of the Ministry of the Interior<g id=\"gid_3\">(OVIR<\/g>). <\/p>\n<p><strong>A visa is required for stays of over 30 days<\/strong>. You can apply online for an e-visa on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evisa.tj\/index.evisa.html\" title=\"tajikistan visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">official website<\/a> (highly recommended) or obtain a visa on arrival directly at the airport. Please note that it is<strong> not possible to obtain a Tajik visa directly at a land border<\/strong>.  <\/p>\n<p>If you plan to explore the Pamir region, a <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/gbao-permit-tajikistan\/\">GBAO permit<\/a> is mandatory. So make sure you have all these documents in order before you leave, or you could run into problems at the border. The GBAO permit can be obtained <a href=\"https:\/\/www.evisa.tj\/index.evisa.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">at the same time as the e-visa<\/a>, or <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/gbao-permit-tajikistan\/\">ordered directly online<\/a>.  <\/p>\n<h3>Entering Tajikistan by land from Kyrgyzstan<\/h3>\n<p>It can be a <strong>good idea to start your road trip in Kyrgyzstan<\/strong>: <strong>easy 4x4 or motorcycle rental<\/strong>, <strong>cheaper airfares<\/strong>, etc. But there are a few important things you need to know. Diplomatic relations between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan are tense, due to a dispute over the delimitation of the two countries' land borders. All borders between the two countries remained closed for over two years. <strong>Since 2023, the borders with Kyrgyzstan have reopened<\/strong>, including the <strong>Kyzyl-Art<\/strong> crossing. We regularly update information on the<a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overlanding-off-road-trip\/tajikistan\/border-crossing-visa-permit\/\" title=\"tajikistan borders\">state of Tajik borders in this article<\/a>.    <\/p>\n<p>To cross this border, you need to request <strong>special permission<\/strong> from the <strong>Kyrgyz Tourism Department<\/strong>. You can <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/border-permit-kyzyl-art-kyrgyzstan-tajikistan\/\">obtain this authorization directly here<\/a>, at a cost of 17 euros. <\/p>\n<p>You'll also need a <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/gbao-permit-tajikistan\/\">GBAO permit<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_10 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_17 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_4 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-23.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-23.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-23-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281390\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-1-23\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_18 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_5 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-7.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-7.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-7-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281340\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-1-7\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_19 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_3 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_6 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-18.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-18.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-18-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281368\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-1-18\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_11 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_20 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_14 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>When is the best time to visit Tajikistan?<\/h3>\n<p>Tajikistan is a <strong>very mountainous country<\/strong>: more than half the country is above 3,000m altitude. The mountains of the Pamir-Ala\u00ef range, near the border with Kyrgyzstan, are home to <strong>two of the three highest peaks in the former Soviet Union<\/strong>: <strong>Peak Lenin<\/strong> and <strong>Peak Ismail Samani<\/strong> (formerly \"Peak of Communism\"), at 7134 and 7495m respectively. Tajikistan is also home to<strong>the world's largest glacier<\/strong> (outside the polar zones): the <strong>Fedchenko<\/strong> Glacier.  <\/p>\n<p>The <strong>best time<\/strong> to visit Tajikistan and drive the Pamir Highway is <strong>between June and September<\/strong>. At this time of year, the roads are generally clear and the climate pleasant. Enjoy breathtaking panoramas of the high Pamir mountains and lakes, such as the famous Lake Karakul. Outside these months, weather conditions can make roads impassable, and altitude can become a real challenge. Beware: from April to the end of June, the rivers are clogged with snow.    <\/p>\n<h3>Where to sleep?<\/h3>\n<p>You'll have no trouble finding <strong>guesthouses<\/strong> along the Pamir highway and in the country's major cities (Dushanbe, Khorog, Murghab, etc.). There are also a few in the Wakhan valley, and in the lower part of the Bartang valley. It's the perfect opportunity to meet and chat with the locals. But if you want to get off the beaten track, we recommend you <strong>bring all the camping gear you need<\/strong>. You'll be alone, in the middle of nature, and you'll have the chance to contemplate a starry sky free of light pollution. An experience you won't soon forget! Expect to be invited to <strong>stay with the locals<\/strong>! Pamiris are very welcoming and will shower you with gifts, juicy apricots or fresh bread.      <\/p>\n<h3>How do you plan your itinerary?<\/h3>\n<p>Download a navigation application onto your smartphone to geolocate yourself and <strong>download maps in advance<\/strong> (which can be consulted offline). There are very few networks in the Pamir! We recommend, for example, <strong>Maps.me<\/strong> or <strong>OSMand<\/strong>. If you're using a Garmin-type GPS, download the OpenStreetMap maps before you set off. And don't forget your <strong>paper card<\/strong>!    <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_12 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\" id=\"organiser\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_21 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_15 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>What are the challenges of a Pamir road trip?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_16 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Difficult road conditions<\/h3>\n<p>The Pamir Highway, while impressive, is not without its challenges. Road conditions can vary from asphalt sections to dirt tracks, often dotted with <strong>potholes<\/strong> of varying depths and <strong>deformations<\/strong>. It is therefore essential to drive carefully and to have a suitable vehicle, preferably a 4x4, to navigate safely in these mountainous regions. Apart from the M41, an off-road vehicle is essential, especially if you want to explore the Bartang and Wakhan valleys.   <\/p>\n<h3>Managing altitude and altitude sickness<\/h3>\n<p>Travelling in the Pamir mountains means you'll be dealing with <strong>high altitudes<\/strong>. <strong>Acclimatization<\/strong> is key to avoiding <strong>altitude sickness<\/strong>. Take time to get used to the altitude, and avoid climbing too quickly: <strong>maximum 500 m difference in altitude between each night<\/strong>. Drink plenty of fluids, eat lightly, and listen to your body. <strong>If you feel any symptoms, don't hesitate to descend to a lower altitude<\/strong> to recover.   <\/p>\n<h3>Essential equipment<\/h3>\n<p>For a successful road trip on the Pamir Highway, certain equipment is essential. Bring<strong> warm clothes<\/strong>, as nights can be chilly, even in summer. A <strong>good sleeping bag<\/strong>, <strong>comfortable hiking boots<\/strong> and a <strong>first-aid kit<\/strong> are also essential. Don't forget <strong>a map or GPS<\/strong>, as the mobile network is very limited even in big cities.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_13 et_pb_row et_pb_row_3-4_1-4 et_block_row et_block_row_3-4_1-4 preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_22 et_pb_column et_pb_column_3_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_17 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Please note that the Gorno-Badakshan region requires a special permit, which you can obtain online in just a few clicks here:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_button_module_wrapper et_pb_button_0_wrapper\"><a class=\"et_pb_button_0 et_pb_button et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module\" href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/gbao-permit-tajikistan\/\">Order GBAO permit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_23 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_7 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-doigt-02.png\" width=\"903\" height=\"903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-doigt-02.png 903w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-doigt-02-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 903px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-21430\" title=\"crocoloup-doigt-02\" alt=\"logo ountravela\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_14 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\" id=\"organiser\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_24 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_18 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Our 15-day itinerary in Tajikistan by 4x4 and motorcycle<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_19 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>We arrived in Tajikistan from <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/overlanding-off-road-trip\/kyrgyzstan-travel-map\/\" title=\"road trip Kyrgyzstan\">Kyrgyzstan<\/a>, then completed a<strong> 14-day loop<\/strong> via <strong>Lake Karakul<\/strong>, the <strong>Bartang Valley<\/strong>, the <strong>Wakhan Valley<\/strong>, <strong>Lake Jashil Kul<\/strong>, the <strong>Zorkul Reserve<\/strong> and the <strong>Pamir Highway<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>The map below shows the itinerary of our <strong>2-week road-trip<\/strong>. This itinerary allows you to discover the different facets of the Pamir, from rocky valleys such as the Bartang valley to the high plateaus of Zorkul. It also offers the chance to discover the way of life of the inhabitants of the remote Pamir valleys, and to visit the remains of the Silk Road and the many archaeological sites in the region. Please note that a <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/gbao-permit-tajikistan\/\" title=\"GBAO license\">GBAO permit<\/a> is required to follow this itinerary. <strong>Here are the 7 stages of our itinerary: <\/strong>    <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Lenin Peak (Kyrgyzstan)<\/li>\n<li>Lake Karakul<\/li>\n<li>Bartang Valley<\/li>\n<li>Wakhan Valley<\/li>\n<li>Yashil Kul<\/li>\n<li>Zorkul Reserve<\/li>\n<li>Route du Pamir<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>Please note that crossing the Bartang valley is reserved for travellers with off-road driving experience and a suitable vehicle<\/strong> (4\u00d74 mandatory, mountain bike, trail-type motorcycle). If you travel before July, access to the valley may be impossible. In addition, fording is more difficult in early summer (when the snow melts).  <\/p>\n<p>To prepare the Kyrgyzstan part of your trip, we recommend you take a look at our <a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/en\/shop\/overland-adventure-off-road-book\/explore-kyrgyzstan-travel-guide\/\" title=\"explore kyrgyzstan\">Explore Kyrgyzstan<\/a> guide to the country's most beautiful itineraries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_8 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-overland-trip-tajikistan.jpg\" class=\"et_pb_lightbox_image\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-overland-trip-tajikistan.jpg\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-overland-trip-tajikistan.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-overland-trip-tajikistan-980x551.jpg 980w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/map-overland-trip-tajikistan-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1280px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281890\" title=\"map-itinerary-road-trip-tajikistan\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_15 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\" id=\"coeur\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_25 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_20 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h2>Our must-sees in Tajikistan<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_16 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-2_1-4_1-4 et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row et_block_row_1-2_1-4_1-4 et_pb_row_fullwidth preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_26 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_21 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Lake Karakul<\/h3>\n<p>Perched at an altitude of <strong>4,000m<\/strong>, <strong>Lake Karakul<\/strong> sparkles in a thousand shades of blue and green. At almost 50 km in diameter, it is <strong>the country's largest lake<\/strong>. It's so immense, you can't make out its contours, but you can see the snow-capped peaks that surround it and rise to over 6,500m. The lake's wild, deserted shores provide refuge for migratory birds. Only a few isolated farms and the small village of Karakul betray a human presence. 5km after the village, <strong>a small track allows you to explore the southern shore of the lake<\/strong> and contemplate breathtaking views of the lake from small rocky promontories. Watch out for the sand! You'll find food and accommodation in the village of Karakul, along the M41.       <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_27 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_9 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281322\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-lac-karakul\" alt=\"The magnificent view from the Tossor Pass in Kyrgyzstan\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_28 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_10 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-2.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-2.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-2-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281326\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-lake-karakul-2\" alt=\"horse Kyrgyzstan step graze grass\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_17 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-4_1-4_1-2 et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row et_block_row_1-4_1-4_1-2 et_pb_row_fullwidth preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_29 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_11 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-2-1.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-2-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-2-1-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281329\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-valley-bartang\" alt=\"discover Alaverdi Cathedral on the wine route in Kakheti, Georgia (Caucasus)\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_30 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_12 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-3.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-3.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-3-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281331\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-valley-bartang-2\" alt=\"child Kyrgyzstan portrait\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_31 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_22 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Bartang Valley<\/h3>\n<p>Both hostile and majestic, the Bartang Valley rightly earns its reputation as<strong>one of the most difficult valleys in the country to access<\/strong>. But it's also <strong>undoubtedly one of the most beautiful<\/strong>! Cut off from the world for much of the year when the Bartang River is in flood, this valley is a must-see in Tajikistan for adventure-seeking travellers! The upper part of the valley between Karakul and Ghudara is the most difficult: <strong>cliff-side tracks, fords, landslides, etc.<\/strong> This part can be crossed from July to September with an off-road vehicle and serious <strong>off-road<\/strong> experience. <g id=\"gid_4\">This part can only be crossed from July to September with an off-road vehicle and serious driving experience on dirt roads.<\/g> More accessible, the lower part of the valley is worth a detour on its own if you're coming from Vomar (or Rushan). Here, every plot of land is cultivated, and the intense green of the villages contrasts with the arid, rocky mountain slopes. The locals will give you a warm welcome and help you forget the scares of the slopes! For those with a little more time, there are numerous hiking trails, including the trek to Lake Sarez.     <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_18 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-2_1-4_1-4 et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row et_block_row_1-2_1-4_1-4 et_pb_row_fullwidth preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_32 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_23 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>The Wakhan Valley<\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>Wakhan valley<\/strong>, which follows the course of the Panj through the Pamir mountains, is a historic passageway for <strong>Silk Road<\/strong> traders and explorers like Marco Polo. Running along the <strong>Afghan border<\/strong>, this magnificent valley is <strong>a superb alternative to the M41<\/strong>. The road runs through a green, fertile valley, with the Hindu Kush peaks as a backdrop. The road then climbs to the arid, wild Kargush highlands, where the checkpoint for the Zorkul reserve is located. Numerous relics of the past line the route, offering breathtaking views over the valley, including the <strong>Langar petroglyphs<\/strong>, the <strong>Vrang stupa<\/strong> and the <strong>Yamchun fortress<\/strong>. We also recommend a stop at the <strong>Bibi Fatima hot springs<\/strong>. Local atmosphere guaranteed! And don't miss the Afghan market in Khorog on Saturday mornings. You'll find many small guesthouses in the valley, the perfect opportunity to spend the night and learn more about the Wakhis' way of life.        <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_33 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_13 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-4.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-4.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-4-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281336\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-valley-wakhan\" alt=\"Bathing in Lake Song Kul with the trainer and his horse\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_34 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_14 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-6.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-6.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-6-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281334\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-valley-wakhan-2\" alt=\"Song Kul horse ride with local guide\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_19 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-4_1-4_1-2 et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row et_block_row_1-4_1-4_1-2 et_pb_row_fullwidth preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_35 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_15 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-8.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-8.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-8-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281342\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-yashil-kul\" alt=\"Horseback riding itinerary to Lake Kol Suu in Kyrgyzstan\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_36 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_16 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-5.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-5.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-5-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281338\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-yashil-kul-2\" alt=\"Kol Suu turquoise lake in Kyrgyzstan\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_37 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_24 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Lakes Yashil Kul and Bulunkul<\/h3>\n<p>Before continuing our roadtrip along the Afghan border to the Zorkul reserve, we decided to make a short detour to <strong>Alichur<\/strong> to stock up on petrol and food. We took the opportunity to explore the shores of lakes <strong>Yashil Kul<\/strong> and <strong>Bulunkul<\/strong>, and were surprised to discover that <strong>geysers<\/strong> and <strong>hot springs<\/strong> were nearby! At the entrance to the village of Alichur (before the bridge), a track leads to Lake Yashil Kul. This sandy, sometimes muddy track takes you through lunar landscapes and breathtaking panoramas. We were amazed by the monochrome of blue and white formed by bodies of water, salt crusts and mountain ranges. Along the way, you'll find geysers. They're not gigantic, but the setting is very photogenic. You'll also find hot springs. They are looked after by a family and housed in a small concrete shed. The trail continues towards the immense Yashil Kul lake and its little brother Bulunkul lake.         <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_20 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-2_1-4_1-4 et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row et_block_row_1-2_1-4_1-4 et_pb_row_fullwidth preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_38 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_25 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>Zorkul Reserve<\/h3>\n<p>If you love wide open spaces and <strong>off-the-beaten-track itineraries<\/strong>, you'll love the <strong>Zorkul reserve<\/strong>. Situated at the confluence of Tajikistan, Afghanistan and China, this <strong>remote and wild region<\/strong> offers sumptuous landscapes and breathtaking views of the Pamir peaks. Here you'll only come across a few shepherds and their herds of yaks and camels. There are also <strong>mausoleums<\/strong> left by Silk Road pilgrims, <strong>hot springs<\/strong> and <strong>rock paintings dating back over 8,000 years<\/strong>. <strong>An all-terrain vehicle is essential<\/strong>, as there are many fords and the track can quickly become muddy and slippery in bad weather. It should also be noted that<strong>a permit is required to visit the reserve<\/strong>, which you can easily obtain from the PECTA office in Khorog or Murghab. You will be automatically checked at the Kargush checkpoint.      <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_39 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_17 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-9.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-9.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-9-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281347\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-reserve-zorkul-2\" alt=\"The magnificent view from the Tossor Pass in Kyrgyzstan\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_40 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_18 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-10.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-10.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-10-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281345\" title=\"road-trip-tadjikistan-reserve-zorkul\" alt=\"horse Kyrgyzstan step graze grass\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_21 et_pb_row et_pb_row_1-4_1-4_1-2 et_pb_gutters2 et_block_row et_block_row_1-4_1-4_1-2 et_pb_row_fullwidth preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_41 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_19 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-13.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-13.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-13-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281350\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-pamir-route\" alt=\"Horseback riding itinerary to Lake Kol Suu in Kyrgyzstan\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_42 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_20 et_pb_image et_animated et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-11.jpg\" width=\"500\" height=\"625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-11.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/road-trip-tadjikistan-1-11-480x600.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 500px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-281352\" title=\"road-trip-tajikistan-pamir-route-2\" alt=\"Kol Suu turquoise lake in Kyrgyzstan\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_43 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_2 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_26 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><h3>The Pamir highway<\/h3>\n<p>The famous Pamir highway or M41 is known as <strong>one of the most beautiful roads in the world<\/strong>, but also <strong>one of the highest<\/strong>. Indeed, we were not disappointed! The scenery is spectacular and varied. We covered the section of the Pamir road between Murghab and Kyzyl-Art, on the Kyrgyz border. On this stretch, the road gradually leaves the <strong>arid, windy plateaus<\/strong> of the Murghab region to reach one of the world's most beautiful high-altitude lakes: Lake Karakul. <strong>The road is almost entirely asphalted<\/strong>, but there are numerous potholes and bends, so we recommend you drive carefully. We've come across many travelers who have broken the suspension of their vehicles on this route. And watch out for altitude sickness! Arriving from Osh (Kyrgyzstan), it's best to plan one or two nights at an altitude of 3,000m on the Kyrgyz side before crossing the border, as you'll quickly reach 4,000m and won't drop below 3,000m until you reach Khorog.       <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_section_4 et_pb_section et_section_regular et_block_section preset--module--divi-section--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_22 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_44 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_image_21 et_pb_image et_pb_module et_block_module\"><span class=\"et_pb_image_wrap\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03.png\" width=\"903\" height=\"903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03.png 903w, https:\/\/ountravela.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/logo\/crocoloup-sacados-03-480x480.png 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) 903px, 100vw\" class=\"wp-image-21431\" title=\"crocoloup-sacados-03\" alt=\"\"><\/span><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_27 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module et_pb_text_align_center preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>\"If you have any questions, don't hesitate to join our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/overland.tajikistan\" title=\"facebook group overland tajikistan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">facebook discussion group<\/a> dedicated to Tajikistan. 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et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ountravela\/\" class=\"icon\" title=\"Follow on Instagram\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_name\">Follow<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_6 et_pb_social_media_follow_network et_pb_social_icon et_pb_social_network_link et-social-youtube et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCBSYyueUEk2d7DP8HlQio8A\" class=\"icon\" title=\"Follow on Youtube\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_name\">Follow<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n\n<li class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_7 et_pb_social_media_follow_network et_pb_social_icon et_pb_social_network_link et-social-vimeo et_pb_module et_flex_module\"><a href=\"https:\/\/vimeo.com\/ountravela\" class=\"icon\" title=\"Follow on Vimeo\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\"><span class=\"et_pb_social_media_follow_network_name\">Follow<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_28 et_pb_row et_block_row preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_53 et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et-last-child et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_divider_0 et_pb_divider et_pb_space et_pb_divider_position_top et_pb_module\"><div class=\"et_pb_divider_internal\"><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_row_29 et_pb_row et_pb_row_4col et_block_row et_block_row_4col preset--module--divi-row--default\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_column_54 et_pb_column et_pb_column_1_4 et_block_column et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough\">\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_32 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module et_block_module preset--module--divi-text--default\"><div class=\"et_pb_text_inner\"><p>Our books<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"et_pb_text_33 et_pb_text et_pb_bg_layout_light et_pb_module 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