Name of the tour: Great adventures in Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan

Duration: 12 days

Starts in: Bishkek

Ends in: Tashkent

Day 1: Bishkek – Ala Archa – Bishkek
Arrival to the airport, you will be met by guide and transfer to the capital city of Kyrgyzstan, Biishkek. Drive will take about 30 minutes. After arrival you will have a city tour and explore the most significant attractions of the city. In course of the tour you will visit Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic, and other interesting sites. In the second part of the day you will transfer to the natural Park called Ala Archa. In Soviet times, only VIPs had access here, but now you can also enjoy this place. The tour will offer you a delicious smell of juniper, a beautiful panorama of the gorge, and you will be able to enjoy the unique flora and fauna. The location of the gorge is only 45 km from the city center. Then you will return to Bishkek. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 2: Bishkek – Burana – Chon Kemin
After breakfast you will explore Asian Bazaar called Osh Bazaar. At the Bazaar, you will feel the true spirit of the East and Asia and will be able to enjoy shopping for fresh products, you will also be able to take interesting photos today. Locals love this place because you can buy everything at once at affordable prices. In the afternoon you will travel to beautiful Chon Kemin gorge. Along the tour you will stop to discover the ancient sign of Karakhanid era Burana Tower that dedicates to 11 century and you will also learn history from Balbals (stone warriors). Then you will continue tour with driving to Chon Kemin gorge. After arrival to Chon Kemin you will have 3 hours of horse riding. This day you will lead to mountains and admire the vivid pictures. You will also see the mountain forest and breathe fresh air. At the top of the gorge you will observe the picturesque views. Then you will return to the village. You will rest the night in the home stay.

Day 3: Chon Kemin – Issyk Kul lake northern shore – Karakol
This day you will direct to wonderful place Issyk Kul Lake.  People of Central Asia come here to relax and enjoy the incredible nature. The lake is located between two powerful ridges Kungei Ala too and Terskei Alatoo, at an altitude of 1608 meters above sea level. You can enjoy the paradisiacal views of nature and take fabulous photos. You will move along the north side of the lake and move towards Karakol, the administrative center of Issyk Kul. Today you will also enjoy the fascinating site ancient stone patterns – petroglyphs. After arrival to Karakol you will explore the sight that was built in Chinese style- Dungan mosque in 19 century. Then you will move to another unique attraction an old wooden Orthodox Church. You will rest the night in a guesthouse. 

Day 4: Karakol – Jeti Oguz – Issyk Kul southern shore – Kochkor
This day you will transfer to red rocks called Jeti Oguz. From Kyrgyz it is translated as Seven Bulls. This picturesque site has a lot of reserves and people enjoy the nature of this place. On the way you will see amazing Broken Heart Mountain where you can take photo. There are a lot stories and legends about this place. there is option to go up to the top of the mountain and fascinate the great panorama of the gorge. After you will continue tour with driving along the south shore where you will have a chance to explore the ancient methods of eagle hunting in Bokonbaevo village. About this you will listen to the local eagle hunter who hunts with help of eagle on hares, foxes and lynx. The overnight is in the home stay.

Day 5: Kochkor – Son Kul
Today you will transfer to the fabulous lake of Kyrgyzstan Son Kul. It is the second largest lake, located at the altitude of 3016 meters. The lake is surrounded by the Tien Shan ranges of Moldo Too and Sonkol To. In winter, the lake freezes over, but in summer this area is completely inhabited by local nomads and travelers. You will be surprised by unsurpassed nature, virgin pastures where livestock such as cows, horses, sheep and yaks graze peacefully. The territory of the lake is a protected area where there is a relict flora and fauna. Upon arrival, you will enjoy magical views; you can walk along the shore of the lake and take memorable photos. This is a great place from the bustling city, where you can also relax from the Internet and feel like a real nomad. You will spend the night in the yurt.

Day 6: Son Kul – 33 parrots Pass – Kochkor – Bishkek
In the morning you will meet the local people and then departure ti capital Bishkek. You will drive today along the picturesque pass 33 parrots pass (3 133 m). On the way you will have photo stops and see the amazing views of the pass. Then you will have a stop in Kochkor village where you will be met by local family that will teach you how to create the national felt carpet. During the tour you will be offered to visit a small handicraft museum there. You will have a chance to observe many examples of silver decorations, coats made of wolves, horse saddle decorations, carpets and more. Then you will continue transferring to Bishkek. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 7: Bishkek –Tashkent
This day you will have a flight to Tashkent. You will be met by the group at Tashkent airport. This day is dedicated to a city tour where you will experience the majestic sites of the city. You will start from the main square of the country which called Independence Square. Then the tour route will take you to the walking street the local Broadway, where you will stroll and observe the pictures and arts of local artists. Your tour continues with visiting beautiful Tashkent metro, there you will have a chance to take a ride and take fantastic pictures. In the second part of the day you will move towards the old part of the city which includes: Chorsu Bazaar, Kukaldash Madrasah and Hast Imam complex that consists of several madrasahs, mosques and mausoleum. Thi day you will also explore the priceless relict that is called the Othman Quran which is the world’s oldest Quran copy dating back to 8^th c. It stores in Hast Imam complex. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 8: Tashkent – Bukhara (morning flight)
This day you will travel to sacred Bukhara by flight. You will explore the mesmerizing attractions. The tour route will lead you to the first attraction Citadel Ark the powerful residence of the emirs of Bukhara, which was a sign of steadfastness and belonged to the 4th century, is one of the oldest buildings in Central Asia. Further you will continue tour with exploring Samanids mausoleum that was built in the IX century (between 892 and 943). Discovered and restored in the XX century. It is one of the architectural masterpieces of Central Asia and the pearl of world architecture. You will lead to Chashma Ayub, including a mausoleum and a sacred spring, translated as "The source of Job". You will also explore today the shopping domes and explore the charming madrasahs Nodir Divan Begi part of the architectural ensemble of the XVI—XVII centuries Lyabi house. The madrasah was built in 1622-1623. You will end the tour with exploring Poi Kalon complex that includes 3 significant buildings erected  in the 12th - 16th centuries: Kalon minaret, Kalon mosque and Mir Arab Madrasah. Today you will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 9: Bukhara 
After breakfast you will explore the attractions of Bukhara. During the tour you will visit Bahauddin Naqshbandi complex.  He was a famous Sufi Leader and Philosopher. The mausoleum of Saint Bahauddin Naqshband is considered a Central Asian Mecca. Believers from different Muslim countries come here to ask for fulfillment of desires and aversion of sins. It is believed that the prayers of the Holy place of God to reach the best. And 3 trips from Bukhara to the necropolis are "counted" as one Hajj. After that you will lead to the countryside residence of Bukhara Emirs named Sitorai Mohi Hosa complex. It was built in the late 19th century at the initiative of Emir Akhadkhan. But this ruler managed to lay only the Foundation of the building, and a full-fledged Palace was built under the next Emir Muzaffarkhan. You will explore the last pint located at Sumiton village, Chor Bakr memorial complex, usually people call this place as the town of the dead. The necropolis itself is a fairly large architectural complex, listed in the UNESCO catalog. The name of the necropolis "Chor-Bakr" means "Four brothers". In the end of the tour you will transfer to Bukhara. The night will be in the hotel.

Day 10: Bukhara – Samarkand
After the breakfast you will travel to Samarkand. Samarkand one of the oldest cities in the world, founded in 742 BC (VIII century BC), the center of the historical region and state of Sogdiana. This city is located in the valley of the river Zerafshan. You will explore today the most remarkable sights of the city such as Registan square, Shakhi-Zindeh, Mausoleum Guri Emir and Bibi Khanum Mosque. Registan Square that is decorated with three madrassas, whose significance for the middle ages is comparable to modern universities: they taught a variety of Sciences. The mausoleum of Guri Emir, where the ashes of Tamerlane and other Timurids are buried, is one of the most visited attractions in Samarkand, attracting both incredible beauty and many legends about the famous ruler. Bibi Khanum Mosque the largest not only in Samarkand, but also in Central Asia, built, according to legend, by the eldest wife of Tamerlane, the best craftsmen from different countries. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 11: Samarkand – Tashkent (train)
After breakfast you will explore the surroundings of Samarkand. The first site will be Ulughbek observatory that is located on a hill in the vicinity of the city in the place where it was built in the XV century by Mirza Ulugbek – an outstanding ruler, scientist, philosopher, poet. At the Observatory, he made many of the greatest discoveries, among them — the period of rotation of the Earth, the catalog of celestial bodies. He made in 1437 the “Zidji Guragoni” catalog, which had information about 1018 celestial bodies. Then you will experience the local Broadway where you will see souvenir shops, teahouses, sweets and workshops. After that you will also discover national bazaar Siab, oriental bazaar, where you will find yourself in the amazing colorful rows full of fruits and vegetables. You will finish the tour with carpet factory. Then you will have a transfer by train to Tashkent. The overnight is in the hotel.

Day 12: Flight
In the morning is transfer to the airport.

Transport in KG:
02 pax – Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax – Mercedes Sprinter

Transport in UZ:
02 pax – Sedan
04-06 pax – Minivan
08-10 pax – Bus

Price per person:
02 pax – 1 180 $
04 pax – 850 $
06 pax – 735 $
08 pax – 670 $
10 pax – 615 $
Single – 175 $

All dinners – 130 $*
All lunches and dinners – 255 $*

Entrance fees in UZ* (with escort guide only) – 45 $ per person

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

English speaking guides:
KG – 465 $ per group
UZ – local 180 $ per group or escort 320 $ per group

Bishkek – Tashkent flight – from 170 $
Tashkent – Bukhara flight – from 60 $

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
          Bishkek – “Discovery” 3* or “Garden” 4*
          Chon Kemin – Homestay
          Karakol – “Karagat” Hotel 4* or “Green Yard” Boutique Hotel
          Kochkor – Homestay
          Son Kul – Yurts, “Nomad’s Dream” camp (4 pax in 1)
          Tashkent – “Tourist Inn” Hotel 3*
          Bukhara – “Old City” Hotel 3*
          Samarkand – “Ideal” Hotel 3*
- Horse riding in Chon Kemin
- Mineral water during the tour
- Entrances to all museums in KG
- Train tickets Samarkand – Tashkent

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