Route: Bishkek - Son-Kul Lake - Tash-Rabat Caravanserai - Naryn - Bishkek
95% of the territory of the Naryn Region is located at an altitude of more than 1000 m above sea level and this is a monoethnic region of the country, where more than 90% are Kyrgyz. Due to the relative remoteness of the region from trade routes, wars, communication with the outside world, in Naryn, like nowhere else, nomadic life and way of life that has not changed for many centuries have been preserved, the nomadic DNA of the Kyrgyz in the form of a richer and more archaic language and wider traditional elements. This means that the main tourist attraction of the region is the cultural heritage and people.
The traditional flavor of Naryn is complemented by such sights as Son-Kul Lake, which is translated from Kyrgyz as the "Last Lake", located at an altitude of 3016 m above sea level, this lake was associated by nomads as the last lake on the way to heaven, where every summer the sons of heaven gathered nomads for the summer pasture, a tradition that continues to this day; Mountain pastures Eki-Naryn, the confluence of large and small Naryn; Kel-Suu Lake, located near the border of China, at an altitude of 3400 m above sea level, fascinates with its turquoise hue and virgin flora and fauna; The historical caravanserai Tash Rabat, at an altitude of 3200 m above sea level, was built in the 15th century on the Great Silk Road, becoming a haven for traders and travelers along the road linking the Ferghana and Chuy valleys with Kashgar. A 3-day tour of the Naryn Region will open the doors to the authentic nomadic world of the Kyrgyz people.
Departure to the alpine lake Son-Kul, located at 3016 m above sea level, where Kyrgyz tribes spent their summer days, now it is a popular location for Ethno tourism. Along the way, a photo stop (Ortho-Tokoi water reservoir). Lunch in the village of Kochkor, famous for its felt craft. Arrival at the lake, accommodation in yurt camps. Folklore dinner around the hearth under a thousand stars
Breakfast at the camp. Free time, immerse yourself in this atmosphere of the nomadic world (walking around the lake, horse riding). Lunch at the camp. Departure to the city of Naryn, the administrative center of the region of the same name. Accommodation at the guest house and dinner.
Breakfast at the guest house. Move towards the caravanserai dating from X-XII in Tash-Rabat. Arrival short course and inspection. Lunch at the camp located nearby. Return to Naryn, on the way visit the ruins of the ancient fortification Koshoy-Korgon. Arrival at the guest house and dinner.
Breakfast at the guest house. Departure to Bishkek. On the way, stop in the village of Kochkor, for lunch. End of the tour. Thank you for choosing us
Guide service, business class transport, meals (3*L,2*D,2*B), entrance fee, 1 overnight at the yurt camp and 1 in the hotel
Personal expenses, tips
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bishkek to son-Kul lake