Dushanbe - Kulyab - Qalai Khumb

Pamir Highway - Travelers will be picked up from their hotel and driven to the Pamir Highway.
The M41, more commonly known as the Pamir Highway, is a road that traverses the Pamir Mountains, passing through Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan, stretching over 1,200 km.

Hulbuk Museum - On the way to Kulyab, a visit to the Hulbuk Castle (165 km from Dushanbe) is planned.
From the 9th to 11th centuries, Hulbuk Castle was strategically located in one of Central Asia’s most significant cities. It served as the official residence of Shah (King) Khutalon and was fortified by a substantial salt hill, a notable landmark due to its importance as a source for one of the three prized commodities traded along the Silk Road, along with gold and horses. During the rule of the Bajurids, who were vassals of the Samanids, Hulbuk flourished as a central hub for trade and travel in Khutalan. The city’s strategic location made it a pivotal point for trade, connecting Bukhara to Badakhshan and India via major trade routes.

Kulob - The next destination is Kulyab (31 km drive from Hulbuk).
The name of the city is believed to originate from the Tajik “kuloba,” meaning “lake water.” The city of Kulyab was established 2,700 years ago and was situated along a significant trade route, the Great Silk Road. This strategic location fostered robust trade, economic, and cultural ties with numerous countries in the East and West. During the Middle Ages, Kulyab served as the seat of the Kulyab khanate, a subdivision of the Bukhara Khanate. It was an important political, economic, and cultural center. In the 17th and 19th centuries, 40 poets lived and worked in Kulyab, including the renowned Hastily (Abdurakhman Khoja), Haji Husaina Kangurti, Bismil, and Shohin.

Mausoleum of Mir Said Ali Khamadoni - A visit to the Mir Saeed Ali Hamadoni Complex is also included.
The mausoleum of Mir Saeed Ali Hamadoni is located in the administrative center of Kulyab. This historical monument dates back to the 11th-15th centuries. Historical sources indicate that two major Silk Road trade routes passed through the ancient city of Kulyab. The mausoleum’s strategic location on one of the major trade routes of the Silk Road underscores its historical and cultural significance. Mir Sayyid Ali Hamadani (1312–1385 CE) was a prominent Sufi Muslim saint of the Kubrawiya order, who played a significant role in spreading Islam in the Kashmir Valley of northern India. Throughout his life, Hamadani was addressed honorifically as the Shāh-e-Hamadān (“King of Hamadan”), Amīr-i Kabīr (“the Great Commander”), and Ali Sani (“second Ali”).

Kalaikhum - 14:00 - After lunch, the journey continues to Kalai Khumb, Darvaz (from Kulyab - 169 km drive, 1200 m above sea level).
Qal’ai Khumb, also known as Kalai Khumb, is a small village situated along the Panj River. It is one of the earliest settlements along the route to the Pamir Highway, located after Dushanbe. This border town is situated in the Darvaz district of Tajikistan, adjacent to the border with Afghanistan. The village’s origins date back to the 15th century, when the first fortress was constructed. It was initially established as a frontier outpost on the edge of the Pamirs, safeguarding the eastern borders of the Timurid Empire.

Castle Karon - 17:00 - Arrival in Kalai Khumb, Darvaz, and a visit to the ancient Castle Karon.
The ancient town of Karon is located in the village of Ruzvai, at an altitude of 1,700 meters above sea level on the mountain Zogik. Karon is a naturally inaccessible and protected area. Its grandeur and size have led scholars to hypothesize that it was once a royal city and a place of nobility, where the king, his relatives, troops, and servants resided. Historical sources mention the existence of the town of Karon city in medieval times. However, this site was not recognized as a historical and cultural heritage site or a tourist attraction until recently. In 2012, Tajik and Russian archaeologists unearthed fragments of a five-story fire temple, water and wind temples, a windmill, and a fragment of a book (presumably a Zoroastrian sacred book of Avesta) at the site.

Qalaikhumb - 18:00 – Sightseeing at the Panj River, which is the border river between Tajikistan and Afghanistan.
In this itinerary, travelers can drive and see the Afghan land, but can only stop briefly for photos as it is not permitted to stop for long periods. The Tajikistan border with Afghanistan is about 1,500 km, and along this line, there are military posts, so it is safe, but stopping for extended periods at the border road is not allowed. Every day, thousands of trucks carry goods, and hundreds of travelers make their way to China and Kyrgyzstan.

Qalai Khumb - Childukhtaron Valley - Dushanbe

Childukhtaron Valley - 09:00 – After breakfast at the hotel, departure to Childukhtaron Valley.
12:00 – Arrival at Childukhtaron Valley.
Childukhtaron translates as the Valley of the Forty Girls, which is associated with an interesting legend. According to this legend, 40 stone blocks towering over the valley were once beautiful and charming girls. When enemies came to the valley and decided to make them their concubines, the inhabitants of the mountains prayed and asked Allah to turn them into silent stones.

• Private transportation
• Government fees
• Entrance fees

• Meals
• Tour-gude
• Accommodation

Join us as we explore the legendary M41-Pamir Highway, the ancient and captivating Hulbuk Castle, and the Mir Saeed Alii Hamadoni Complex. Additionally, don’t miss the opportunity to visit Qal’ai Khumb village, where you can witness the border between Afghanistan and Tajikistan. Furthermore, we’ll be exploring the enchanting Childukhtaron Valley and the Hazrati Sulton Uvaisi Qarani, two destinations that are sure to captivate your heart. Prepare for an unforgettable adventure filled with the stunning beauty and rich culture of these remarkable locations!

The M41, fondly known as the Pamir Highway, is a road that meanders through the awe-inspiring Pamir Mountains, traversing the picturesque countries of Afghanistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Spanning over 1,200 kilometers, it offers a journey unlike any other.

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