The Heart Of Kyrgyzstan - In Group
About this tour
The Kyrgyz land is a place of the untouched wild nature where the people from ancient times still keep their traditions, customs and culture. In the mountains, you can meet the modern nomads who do not change their lifestyle for centuries.
Their simple life can go into the yurt, a felt house that Kyrgyz nomads set so skillfully and decorate it with such love by multi-colored carpets.
A lot of incredible discoveries and positive impressions expect you during this trip.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Манас, Киргизия to Бишкек, Киргизия
We will pick you up at the airport / border point and drop you off at the comfortable hotel where you can have a rest. After rest and breakfast, the visit of the city Bishkek is planned. We will visit sights such as the central square Ala Too with its monuments and the Oak park. After lunch at the local restaurant, we visit the famous market, Osh bazar. Just as you step the market, you plunge into the real oriental atmosphere: an interminable stream of people, a big variety of goods and colors. Dinner in the traditional restaurant where you can taste the national Kyrgyz cuisine. Accommodation: Hotel 3* (My Hotel / Rixon Hotel or similar)
Day 2: Бишкек, Киргизия to Чолпон-Ата, Киргизия
Breakfast in the hotel. Our journey begins with a visit of the Burana Tower. The Burana Tower is an ancient minaret in the Chuy Valley in the north part of Kyrgyzstan. The tower with funerary monuments, earthworks, remains of the castle and three mausoleums – that’s all what last out of the ancient Balasagyn town that was founded by Karakhanids at the end of the ninth century. Lunch on the road in the cafe or in the guest house. As we arrive in Cholpon Ata, we will visit the petroglyph museum. The 42 hectares of the museum are dotted with stone, tombs, balbals and various petroglyphs. These petroglyphs date from the 2nd millennium BC until the 4th century AD. Then we drive you to the hotel located on the lake shore. You can rest on the beach and swim in the lake. Dinner in the restaurant. Accommodation: Hotel 4* (Kapriz Hotel or similar) Option: boat trip
Day 3: Чолпон-Ата, Киргизия to Каракол, Киргизия
After breakfast we visit the Grigorievskoe and Semienovskoe Gorge. These places are considered as one of the most famous attractions of the Issyk Kul region. You can go for a walk, enjoy the wild nature around you and spend a nice time in this beautiful place. Picnic or lunch in the cafe on the road. As we arrive to Karakol we visit its famous sights such as the Orthodox Church and the Dungan Mosque. You have dinner in the local restaurant and you have a rest in the hotel. Accommodation: Hotel 3* (Karagat or similar)
Day 4: Каракол, Киргизия to Алтын-Арашан, Киргизия
reakfast in the hotel. This day, we try a special transport (Russian SUV car UAZ) on real broken mountain roads; we have to overcome the enormous rocks, ravines and pits. This ride should to be very exciting and fascinating. By arriving in Altyn Arashan, you can swim in the hot springs. You will have free time to walk in the gorge. Lunch in the guest house or yurt in Altyn Arashan. We return on the same Russian SUV is more difficult because of the relief, so you can appreciate the good skills of the driver. Arriving in Karakol, dinner in the restaurant and rest in the hotel. Accommodation: Hotel 3* (Karagat or similar)
Day 5: Каракол, Киргизия to Тамга, Киргизия
After breakfast we leave Karakol for Jety Oguz gorge. The red rock Broken Heart located at the entrance to the gorge creates a special romantic ambiance in the gorge. You take a walk there for an hour. Picnic lunch is planned or lunch in the yurt. Then we go to Barskoon Gorge with the gorgeous landscapes. You go for a walk to the waterfall Tears of Snow Leopard. In the evening you will enjoy a real Russian sauna. Dinner in the guesthouse with a Russian family. Accommodation: Guesthouse (U Pavla or similar)
Day 6: Тамга, Киргизия to Кочкор, Киргизия
After breakfast in the guesthouse, we leave towards the village Kochkor and passing on the south shore of the lake, we will visit the Skazka canyons which translate as the “fairy tale”. Here you can find objects of surprising shapes and sizes. A real skyscraper or an animal can appear in front of you. Walking in the canyons (1-2h). In Bokonbaevo, we meet an eagle hunter with his bird. You can appreciate the alertness and speed of the bird during the hunting. It is one of the oldest traditions of Kyrgyz nomads. Lunch in the guesthouse or cafe. Our next stop is Kyzyl Tuu village where the local family reveals the secrets of yurt production. This family is engaged in this unique art from generation to generation. Dinner in the guesthouse in Kochkor. Accommodation: Guesthouse (Mira Guesthouse or similar)
Day 7: Кочкор, Киргизия to Таш-Рабат, Киргизия
After breakfast, we take the road and continue our journey. On our way, we have to overcome the Dolon Pass (3030 m), then we go to the old caravan stop of the Silk Road period - Tash Rabat. On the road we stop in the city of Naryn to have lunch in the restaurant. We arrive at the yurt camp in Tash Rabat. Tash Rabat is a historical monument founded by monks in the 10th century. At the begging of the Silk Road period Tash Rabat lost its religious significance and the monastery served as a hotel for passing caravans. Dinner and overnight in yurt. Accommodation: Yurt camp Option: horse riding * To note: 6 people per a yurt. But in low season, you can be accommodated 2 people per yurt depending on availability. Toilets are outside. No shower in the camp.
Day 8: Таш-Рабат, Киргизия to Ozero Sonkel', Киргизия
After breakfast, the beautiful mountain roads lead us to Son Kul Lake. Today, we overcome the mountain pass Moldo Ashu (3400 m). From the pass the lake Son Kul seems very small, but descending lower and approaching the lake, it appears as a big and gorgeous lake. Upon arrival at a camp at the lake, you get to know the hospitality of the nomads, their lifestyle and their customs. Dinner and night in the yurts. Accommodation: Yurt camp Option: horse riding * To note: 6 people per a yurt. But in low season, you can be accommodated 2 people per yurt depending on availability. Toilets are outside. No shower in the camp.
Day 9: Ozero Sonkel', Киргизия to Бишкек, Киргизия
We return to the capital after breakfast in the yurt. We will return to the civilization descending from Kalmak Ashu pass of 3400 m and passing again by the Boom gorge. Lunch in the cafe. As we get Bishkek we will have time to visit the local market to buy some presents, and in the evening the farewell dinner awaits us. Accommodation: Hotel 3* (My Hotel / Rixon Hotel or similar)
Day 10: Бишкек, Киргизия to Манас, Киргизия
Transfer to the airport. Departure.
What's included
Price includes: • All transfers in air-conditioned and comfortable vehicle (minibus type Mercedes Sprinter) • Experienced driver • English-speaking guide throughout the trip • Accommodation mentioned in the program • Full board • Visits mentioned in the program • Yurt production • Eagle hunting • Hot Springs • Transfer in Russian SUV Karakol -Altyn Arashan – Karakol
Price does not include: • International flights • Personal expenses • Single room supplement • Insurance • Tips for guide, driver etc. • Optional activities • Early check in • Porters for baggage in hotels and airport • Alcohol
What to know
Maximum group size - 10 pax Minimum group size (Guaranteed Departure) - 4 pax Dates of the trip 16.05.2021 – 25.05.2021 13.06.2021 – 22.06.2021 04.07.2021 – 13.07.2021 01.08.2021 – 10.08.2021 15.08.2021 – 24.08.2021 12.09.2021 – 20.09.2021
Route & locations
Манас, Киргизия to Бишкек, Киргизия