Travel to Kyrgyzstan: Tour 2

 

Travel to Kyrgyzstan: Tour 2
Destination: Kyrgyzstan
Duration: 7 days
Places to visit: Bishkek - Burana - Kochkor - Son Kul - Tash Rabat - Ala Archa - Bishkek

Day 1: Bishkek
On arrival the driver at Manas International Airport and accompany you to the capital city of Kyrgyzstan (30 minutes). Travelers will have a city tour and visit the Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala Too Square, the National Arts Museum, National Philharmonic and so on. Visit the famous Asian Bazaar and relish taking vibrant photos. Local life will not leave anyone indifferent. Overnight is in a hotel.

Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Kochkor - Son Kul
In the morning we will drive to the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan - Son Kul. It is the highest alpine lake in Kyrgyzstan and located at an altitude of 3013 meters above sea level. On the way you will see nomads having joy and use this area for pastureland. It is possible to visit Burana Tower which was found in the 11th century as well as an open-air museum of Balbals (stone warriors). The nature will inspire everyone. Today you will spend night in a nomadic dwelling - yurt.

Day 3: Son Kul - Tash Rabat
The morning will start by travelling to the Tash Rabat Caravanserai on the Great Silk Road. This is the Stone Castle originated in the 14^th century. The building is eminent from antique times and located at the very heart of Tian Shan Mountains. It was made from pebble blocks inside a mountain at an elevation of 3200 m above sea level. See 31 rooms in the mountain with walls of 1 m thick. There were pits (zindan) where blamers sentenced to death there. Overnight is in a yurt.

Day 4: Tash Rabat - Kochkor
The tour will start by travelling to Kochkor village passing noteworthy gorge and mountain pass of 3 000 meters high. This road will impress everyone by rich flora and fauna, mountains, lakes and rivers and so on. See nomads and learn more about their lifestyle. Enjoy panoramic views of highlands! Overnight is in a home stay. 

Day 5: Kochkor - Bishkek
We are glad to present the next day of a tour. Today we will travel to Kochkor village. Upon arrival you will be shown a masterclass of carpet making by locals. Then you will have a chance to make your own carpet and get the best art of it. Then visit a small handicraft museum where you can find silver decorations, coats made of wolves, horse saddle decorations, carpets and many others. Transfer to Bishkek city. Night is in a hotel.

Day 6: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
We will start our tour visiting Ala Archa gorge. It is 45 km from Bishkek. This gorge is located on a spur of the Tien Shan mountain range and contemplated to be the natural park. Being there you will have a chance to take vivacious photos and hiking. It is one of the best places for ecstatic picnics. In the end of day, we will return to Bishkek.  Overnight is in a hotel.

Day 7: Bishkek - Airport
Morning transfer to airport. 

 

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

 

Price per person:
02 pax - 730 $
04 pax - 490 $
06 pax - 380 $
08 pax - 325 $
10 pax - 290 $
Single - 95 $

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

Half board - 90 $
Full board - 180 $ 

English speaking guide - 445 $ per group 

To be 2 in one yurt (now 4 pax) - 30 $ per person

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
Son Kul - Yurts, "Nomad's Dream" camp (4 pax in 1)
Tash Rabat - Yurts (4 pax in 1)
Kochkor - Homestay
- 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