Travelers to Tajikistan are not required to be immunized, but they must have the most recent in Typhoid and Tetanus as well as Polio, Hepatitis A and Polio. Malaria is also able to be found in Tajikistan which is why it’s best to talk with your local GP for guidance on immunisations.

Cultural Sensitivity

You will often interact with locals, each with their own distinct customs and customs. We therefore ask you to be courteous and show them respect. Your tour-leaders and guides will always be in a position to provide you with the appropriate advice.

First, it is crucial to remember that Central Asia has a more flexible attitude towards Islam than its neighbours in Pakistan and Afghanistan. But, it must be kept in mind that this is technically an Muslim region and an extra dose of caution must be taken in certain areas. While both men and women are allowed to wear shorts and T-shirts in the cities, they must not be wearing long sleeves or T-shirts. However, anyone who is visiting active mosques should wear pants which are lower than the knees and tops which cover shoulders. Women must also wear their headscarf. On this trip, we will be travelling in quite remote areas seldom visited by tourists. The locals are modest in their dress and therefore you’re likely to feel more at ease wearing quite conservative clothing too.

Language & Religion

Tajik is the official tongue of Tajikistan. Russian is used in business and communications.

A majority of the population follow Sunni Islam, with the small minority being followers of Russian Orthodox, Catholicism, Buddhism and Judaism.

Food and beverages

The food served on this tour is mainly on soups, meat and potatoes. Vegetables can be difficult to discover in remote areas, and at higher elevations. There are plenty of dried nuts and dried fruits to sample.

The alcohol choices are limited to vodka or beer. vodka. Anyone looking to sample something else – such as Scotch or Gin is recommended to buy the alcohol duty-free and bring it with them. Mixer drinks such as tonic water can be extremely difficult to come across, but.

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