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Kyrgyzstan Adventure
Kyrgyzstan may not be everyone’s idea of a romantic getaway, but for those of you out there with a touch of
the visionary about them, this is a country instilled with a very real sense of adventure. From the peaks of the
spectacular Tien Shan Mountains to the rural heartland of the Chon Kemin Valley, this is a land of nomads
tribes and deep rooted traditions.
It begins in Bishkek, the country’s spectacularly located capital. After a chance to tour the city, lose yourself
amongst the meandering stalls of the Osh Bazaar and visit the nearby mountains of the Ala Archa National
Park, you’ll head on to the shores of Song Kul Lake. Here you’ll spend some time living amongst the local
nomads, sharing their yurts and exploring the mountain landscapes on horse back.
Along the shores of Lake Issy Kul you’ll watch eagles hunting, before travelling on to the stunning Jety-Oguz
Canyon to trek and ride amongst the fir forests and fertile valleys. A visit to the town of Karakol then affords
an opportunity to visit one of the country’s oldest Orthodox churches, before exploring the Chon Kemin Valley
en route back to Bishkek.
Highlights
Get lost in the twisting aisles of Bishkek’s Osh bazaar
Live with the nomads of the shores of Song Kul
Trek or ride in these majestic mountains
Explore the rural village of Ashu
Trek in the valleys of the Jety Oguz Canyon
Tour Includes:
3 nights three star hotel accommodation. 4 nights in yurt camp. 1 night guesthouse
8 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 5 dinners
Private guided sightseeing
Private driver and vehicle
Entrance fees included as per itinerary
Private guided transfers to and from all airports
Optional Excursion:
White water rafting £95 per person
Please note the prices shown above are based on two persons sharing a twin or double room
Itinerary
Day 1: Bishkek
Arrive early morning in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, splendidly set
against the back-drop of snow-capped mountains. Enjoy a guided
sightseeing tour of Bishkek including the main square called Ala Too
(formerly Lenin Square), the State History Museum, the Museum of Fine
Arts and Frunze House Museum. Stroll around Bishkek's Osh Bazaar.
Day 2: Bishkek
Today enjoy a full day excursion into the mountains to visit Ala Archa Canyon, part of the Ala Archa National
Park. Walk up into the mountains for amazing views over the park. (B)
Day 3: Bishkek - Song Kul Lake
After breakfast drive through picturesque mountain gorges to Song Kul
Lake visiting the 11th century Burana Tower on the way. On arrival in
Song Kul Lake you will be shown around your accommodation for the
night - a yurt, the traditional home of the Kyrgyz nomads. (B,D)
Day 4: Son Kul Lake
In the morning explore the wonderful mountains around the lake on horseback. Visit a Kyrgyz family and be
welcomed into their yurt for kymyz (the Kyrgyz national drink made from fermented mares' milk). (B, L, D)
Day 5: Son Kul Lake - Jety-Oguz Canyon
In the morning drive along the south shore of Lake Issyk Kul. See an
eagle hunting show in Bokonbaevo village in which the hunters
demonstrate the art of using these regal birds to catch hares and other
small animals. Next drive to Jety-Oguz Canyon, where you can ride
horses along the canyon to see the magnificent Oguz-Bashi peak. (B,D)
Day 6: Jety-Oguz Canyon
Enjoy a full day of horse trekking in this beautiful area dotted with green valleys, fir forests and high glaciers.
Enjoy walking along pristine trails by streams and take in the breathtaking mountain views. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Jety-Oguz Canyon - Chon-Kemin Valley
Early this morning drive to Karakol and visit one of the oldest Orthodox Churches in Kyrgyzstan along with a
Chinese-style mosque; then drive to the Chon-Kemin Valley via Lake Issy Kul. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Chon-Kemin Valley - Bishkek
Spend the day horse riding through the beautiful Chon Kemin Valley and Kol Say Valley stopping for a picnic
along the way. This afternoon drive for two and half hours back to Bishkek. (B, L)
Day 9: Bishkek
Transfer to the airport for your return flight. (B)
Accommodation
Bishkek
Silk Road Lodge
Son Kul Lake
Son Kul Lake Yurt Camp
Jety-Oguz Canyon
Jety Oguz Yurt Camp
Chon Kemin Valley
Ashu Guesthouse