13 DAYS | €3900 | ADVENTURE SERIES | GROUP MAX 11
13 Days | From €3900 Twin Share
Tajikistan’s Pamir Highway presents an unparalleled opportunity to capture the rugged beauty of remote mountain ranges and vast high-altitude plateaus in one of the world’s most isolated regions.
This region is one of the truly underappreciated places on the planet. It’s teeming with opportunity for incredible photos, unique experiences, and awe-inspiring adventures.
As you traverse across the legendary Pamir Highway and through the enchanting Wakhan Corridor, you’ll find yourself surrounded by towering mountains, ancient landscapes, and some of the most pristine, untouched scenery in Central Asia. This tour offers a rare opportunity to capture the raw and rugged beauty of Tajikistan.
From the striking blue high-altitude lakes to the rich tapestry of life in traditional Pamir villages, every twist and turn along these historic routes promises to reveal new perspectives and stunning vistas, making this an unforgettable adventure for any photographer.
Costs, Info & Booking
Dates: July 09th – July 20th, 2026
Start/End City: Dushanbe, Tajikistan
Days: 13
Maximum Group Size: 11
Trip Style: Adventure Series
Fitness Level 3: Some longer walks. No serious hiking. High altitude locations.
Price: €3,900
Deposit (20%): €780
- HIGHLIGHTS:
- The Pamir Highway
- The Wakan Corridor
- High-Altitude Mountain Lakes
- Epic Dark Skies for Astro Photography
- Remote Villages & Ancient Fortresses
- Unique Wildlife & Landscapes
- An incredible Roadtrip experience
The Tajikistan adventure has one final spot available. If you’d like to join the trip, please email us at info@trvlphotography.com
Also, be sure to sign up to the mailing list at the bottom of this page. This is where we go first to release all future adventures. It’s also a great place to stay up to date with new changes at TRVL°
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TRVL° Trip Style
Adventure Series: The TRVL° Photography Adventure Series pushes beyond the familiar, taking photographers into rugged environments, unpredictable conditions, and wild corners of the world. These trips are built for those who crave challenge and authenticity. Capturing raw, unfiltered stories where comfort takes a back seat to discovery and experience.
On this Tajikistan adventure, much of our journey will be spent traveling in 4×4 vehicles as we explore the country’s dramatic landscapes. A professional driver will handle all the driving, so you can sit back and focus on the experience rather than the road.
This trip does come with some challenges. Roads can be rough and bumpy, and rural accommodations are basic. You will also need to adjust to the effects of high altitude, though the itinerary does not require significant physical exertion.
Fitness Level 3: Expect some longer walks and extended drives over uneven terrain, but no strenuous hiking or demanding activity. The primary challenge will be managing the high altitude.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Dushanbe (July 09th)
Day 2: Drive to Qalai Khumb (Kalaikhum)
Day 3: Jizev Homestay/Bartang
Valley
Day 4: Drive to Khorog
Day 5: Khorog to Bulunkul Lake (3,700m)
Day 6: Bulunkul Lake to Murghab
Day 7: Full day in Murghab with visit to Ak-baital pass (4655m)
Day 8: Murghab to Langar/Vrang in the Wahkan
Day 9: Full day exploring the Wahkan corridor
Day 10: Early morning Afghan Market then drive to Khorog
Day 11: Khorog to Qalai Khumb (Kalaikhum)
Day 12: Return to Dushanbe
Day 13: Tour ends after breakfast with transfer back to the airport and goodbyes
*Please note this itinerary is subject to possible minor changes.
Accommodations
What’s the accommodation like?
In Dushanbe, you’ll be in a beautiful and comfortable hotel. But out on the road, you’ll be staying in a mix of local bed and breakfasts, hotels & homestays, and small guesthouses.
It certainly isn’t luxury, but it’s also not as rough as you might expect.
What’s Included:
- Twin occupancy lodging. Single lodging is available with payment of a single supplement fee.
- All transportation during the tour.
- Airport transfers.
- All meals, soft drinks, water, and snacks during the tour.
- English-speaking local guide.
- All permits and entry fees.
- Instruction, guidance, and image reviews from our expert photography guides.
What’s Not Included:
- Airfare to and from Dushanbe, airport taxes, and excess baggage fees.
- Passport and visa fees, if applicable.
- Travel medical & evacuation insurance (required).
- Trip cancellation insurance (optional but recommended).
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Any accommodations or meals before or after the tour dates.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Gratuities for local guides.
What is TRVL° All About?
In short, the motto is: “Explore. Adventure. Capture.”
One of our goals is to create beautiful photos, yes. And we will. But our larger goal is to connect with the destination we travel, and to create memories. We want our participants to feel empowered by the experience. We want our participants to walk away feeling like they captured great images, and even better stories.
We work with local tour operators and photographers in order to empower the photography community in the destinations we visit. And in working with these local photographers, we help connect our tour participants with the locals on a way that is so special.
Your Adventure Tour Leader
Greg has worked as a professional travel photographer & adventure tour leader since 2011.
From working as a tour leader with G Adventures to winning Tourism Australia’s ‘Best Jobs in the World’ competition, Greg has spent the last two decades exploring 80+ countries, documenting life-changing experiences through inspiring storytelling and award-winning photography.
As a trained adventure tour leader he is an expert in operating international travel photography adventures.
How to Book
To join this photography adventure to Tajikistan you’ll need to pay the 20% deposit. Before you book, please be sure to read our cancellation policy.
The tour price is based on twin share which means that if you book solo, you’ll be matched with a roommate of the same gender. If you wish to have private accommodation throughout the trip, you’ll need to pay a single supplement.
There is currently one space available. If you’re interested in this final spot please message us via our contact page or email us at info@trvlphotography.com
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