Overland Travel in Tajikistan
By far the remotest mountains of Central Asia are in Tajikistan: The Pamir Mountains. The Pamir Highway is on the must-travel list of every overland traveler, whether by car, motorcycle, or bicycle. For those who don’t have their own transportation, rent a car with driver or sign up for an organized tour to enjoy good road-trip adventure in the Pamir Region.
Ancient cultures and languages, a rich history visible in archeological sites, and driving amidst a bewildering landscape of mountains and high-altitude plains are the main reasons to visit Tajikistan.
Crossing high-altitude deserts with snow-capped mountains rising on the horizon, meandering through gorges along vertical rock walls. And that for 766 miles! How can that not be attractive to any overland traveler? … Read more
As the word implies, Central Asia lies in the heart of Asia. The region is surrounded by big countries among which Russia, China, and Iran. Overlanding in Central Asia entails … Read more
An overview with books about Central Asia (Mongolia, Stan Countries) and the Silk Road: Non Fiction, Fiction, Travel Memoirs, Guidebooks.
An overview of GPS Waypoints for overland camping in Tajikistan, including favorites from overlanding, and additional camping info on Tajikistan.
Our Tajikistan travel budget report, detailing travel expenditures during our road trip including documents, fuel, camping, car workshops.
Travel information for your overland journey to Tajikistan: budget, roads, gas stations, camping, and more in our Tajikistan Travel Guide.
Among the world’s legendary overland route is the Pamir Highway, our intro into Tajikistan’s remote landscapes such as the Wakhan Corridor.
Prepare your overland journey to Northern Asia: schedules, roadmaps, and guidebooks for Central Asia (Stan countries), Russia, and Mongolia.
