Kyrgyzstan trip: Tour 7

 

Kyrgyzstan trip: Tour 7

Day 1: Bishkek - Burana - Issyk Kul northern shore - Karakol
It is happiness to see travelers at Manas International Airport. Then guests will be transferred to celestial Issyk Kul Lake as the second largest alpine lake in the world (1608 m above sea level). The lake is called "the pearl of Central Asia". On the way you will visit Burana Tower (an 11th century minaret) and an open-air museum of Balbals (stone warriors). In the afternoon we will drive with the whole northern shore and arrive to Karakol town. See amazing place with ancient stone patterns - petroglyphs. In Karakol you will visit the Dungan mosque an old wooden Orthodox Church. Night is in a hotel.

Day 2: Karakol - Altin Arashan - Karakol
In the morning we will travel to the Altin Arashan Gorge by Russian military vehicle. Altin Arashan ("Golden Spa") gorge is one of the most well-known gorges in Karakol because of the Tian Shan fir trees that grow there. Afterwards you will have 1 hour for hiking in the gorge and then you will be transferred back to the city. Night is in a hotel.

Day 3: Karakol - Jeti Oguz - Issyk Kul southern shore - Tamga
In the morning we will travel to Jeti Oguz gorge and see red rocks formations called Seven Bulls. On the way you will find the Broken Heart Mountain. If you want it is possible to go on a top of a mountain (20 minutes) to see a panorama view of the gorge. There are yurts in the gorge and people can offer you to drink Kumis. It is a national drink that is made of mare's milk, and it is an alcoholic drink as a beer. Then we will drive along the southern shore of Issyk Kul Lake. Night is in a hotel

Day 4: Tamga - Kochkor - Kichi Naryn - Naryn  
Today we will drive to Naryn. This time we will drive via the southern shore of Issyk Kul Lake. This is a fine chance to see the whole lake from all wings. We will have a break in Bokonbaeva village, where we meet a local eagle-hunter. He hunts hares and foxes with the help of eagles. In Kochkor village you will meet a family that will show you the way of how national woolen felt carpets are produced. We will drive lengthwise high mountains to the town of Naryn via beautiful Kichi Naryn gorge. Night is in a guesthouse.

Day 5: Naryn - Son Kul
The tour will start from the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan - Son Kul Lake. This lake is enclosed by mountains and it is the highest alpine lake in Kyrgyzstan, found at an altitude of 3013 meters above sea level. Nomads come to this great area with their families for rest. Herders of the Naryn travel to the lake to use it as a pastureland. On arrival you will explore and enjoy nature of the lake and its environs. Overnight is in nomadic collapsible dwellings - yurts.

Day 6: Son Kul - Kyzyl Oi
In the morning you will explore Son Kul Lake. We will ride along the lake on a horse and immerse in virgin nature. On the way guests will have an idea to communicate with nomads. Later on, we will drive to the village of Kyzyl Oi which is located right in the gorge. On the way you will admire one of the most beautiful passes, along the top of a mountain. Night is in a home stay.

Day 7: Kyzyl Oi - Bishkek
In the morning we will travel to the capital of Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek city. The road to the city goes via the southern part of Kyrgyzstan. See amazing views of impressive mountains and gorges. Today you will see panoramic views of Tue Ashuu pass which of than 3000 meters high! This road is defined to be one of the most beautiful in Kyrgyzstan. It is worth noting that eccentric roads, incredible views, nomads, high mountains will not leave you indifferent. On Bishkek you will have a city tour and visit Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala Too Square, the National Arts Museum, National Philharmonic, and other places of wonder. Night is in a hotel.

Day 8: Bishkek - Airport
Transfer to airport. 
 

Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter

Price per person:
02 pax - 870 $
04 pax - 545 $
06 pax - 435 $
08 pax - 375 $
10 pax - 340 $
Single - 110 $

Early check-in - 35 $
Single early check-in - 60 $ 

All dinners - 105 $
All lunches and dinners - 210 $

English speaking guide - 540 $ per group

To be 2 in one yurt (now 4 pax) - 15 $ per person

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Karakol - "Green Yard" Boutique Hotel
Tamga - Homestay
Naryn - "Khan Tengri" Guesthouse
Son Kul - Yurts, "Nomad's Dream" camp (4 pax in 1)
Kyzyl Oi - Homestay
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
- Entrances to all museums 
- Mineral water during the tour

Service does not include:
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide

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