World Nomad Games Tour
About this tour
This 14-day tour of the World Nomad Games 2026 in Kyrgyzstan offers an immersive experience starting in Bishkek and traveling through the scenic Issyk-Kul and Song-Kol regions. The itinerary balances high-energy athletic ceremonies with deep cultural exploration and outdoor adventure
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
You will arrive in Bishkek and receive a private airport pick-up and transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, you will meet your guide for a full orientation to prepare for the trip. The day concludes with a welcome dinner before your overnight stay in a 3-star hotel.
Day 2: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
The morning begins with a 2-hour walking tour of Bishkek followed by a 2-hour food tour at the vibrant Osh Bazaar. After an early dinner, you will attend the official Opening Ceremony of the World Nomad Games. You will spend a second night at your hotel in Bishkek.
Day 3: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan to Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan
After breakfast, you will depart the capital and drive toward the lakeside town of Cholpon-Ata. You will enjoy lunch along the route and dinner at a local café upon arrival. Your overnight accommodation will be at a guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata
Day 4: Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan
Most of the day is dedicated to watching the high-energy athletic competitions at the Hippodrome. You will enjoy local street food for lunch while watching the games continue into the evening. You will return to your guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata for the night.
Day 5: Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan
The focus shifts to the cultural heart of the games with a visit to the scenic Kyrchyn Gorge. You will have a picnic lunch surrounded by the mountains before returning to town for dinner. You will spend another night at your guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata.
Day 6: Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan
ou will return to Kyrchyn Gorge for further exploration of the traditional nomadic festivities and cultural displays. A picnic lunch is provided on-site, followed by a local dinner in the evening. Your overnight stay remains at the guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata.
Day 7: Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan
Please note the schedule moves to Day 7 to watch the final games held at the Hippodrome. You will eat street food for lunch during the competitions and dine at a local café in the evening. You will stay overnight once more in Cholpon-Ata
Day 8: Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan
On the final day of the games, you will watch the concluding final matches during the day. In the evening, you will attend the Closing Ceremony followed by a celebratory farewell dinner at a restaurant. You will spend your last night in Cholpon-Ata at the guesthouse
Day 9: Cholpon Ata, Kyrgyzstan to Karakol, Kyrgyzstan
ou will leave the games behind and drive to Karakol, where you will take a city tour. The afternoon features an Ashlyamfu cooking class and lunch with a local Dungan family. After a visit to the Dungan Museum and an evening of kayaking, you will stay at the Muras Hotel.
Day 10: Karakol, Kyrgyzstan to Bokonbayevo, Kyrgyzstan
Your journey continues with a transfer to the Jeti-Oguz Valley for a one-hour hike through the colorful Fairy Tale Canyon. You will enjoy lunch en route to your next destination. The evening ends with dinner and an overnight stay at the Sonun Yurt Camp.
Day 11: Bokonbayevo, Kyrgyzstan to Kilemche, Kyzart, Kyrgyzstan
ou will transfer to Kyzart village to begin a three-day horse trekking expedition toward Song-Kol Lake. The first leg of the ride covers 17–19 km from Kyzart to Kilemche. You will eat dinner and spend the night at Zina's Yurt Camp.
Day 12: Kilemche, Kyzart, Kyrgyzstan to Son-Kul', Kyrgyzstan
The horse trek continues for 20–25 km as you make your way toward the shores of Song-Kol Lake. During the ride, you will cross the Tuz Ashuu Pass at an impressive altitude of 3,300 meters. You will have dinner and spend another night at Zina's Yurt Camp.
Day 13: Song-Kul, Kyrgyzstan to Kyzart, Kyrgyzstan
You will ride your horses back to Kyzart village and enjoy lunch upon your arrival. The rest of the day is for resting after the trek and enjoying a local dinner. Your overnight stay will be at the Kyzart Hotel.
Day 14: Kyzart, Kyrgyzstan to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
You will drive back toward Bishkek, stopping to visit the historic Burana Tower along the way. After a lunch hosted at a local homestay, you will reach the capital for a final farewell dinner at a Georgian restaurant. You will spend your final night at a 3-star hotel in Bishkek.
What's included
Included: English speaking guide, comfortable transportation throughout the itinerary (Mercedes Sprinter 2020), meals and accommodation (twin/triple in guesthouses and yurt camps, twin in hotels), centrally located tickets to opening and closing ceremonies, kayaking, 3 day horse trek to songkol lake, bottled water.
tips to guides and drivers, alcohol, entrance
What to know
The dates are August 30 - September 14th
Route & locations
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan