Name of the tour: Incredible rafting and horse riding in Kyrgyzstan

Duration: 6 days

Starts in: Bishkek

Ends in: Bishkek
 

Day 1: Bishkek – Burana – Chon Kemin
Today you will be picked up by your driver at Manas International Airport. After you will be transferred to the capital city Bishkek. today you will have a city tour and explore the main attractions of the city such as Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Сentral Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic and many other iconic highlights. In the second part of the day you will travel to Chon Kemin gorge. During the way you will discover the history of the ancient minaret Burana Tower that was erected in 11th century and explore an open air museum of Balbals (stone warriors). You will see from the top amazing panorama and then transfer to the famous gorge Chon Kemin. You will spend the night in a home stay.

Day 2: Chon Kemin – Rafting – Horse riding – Chon Kemin
Chon Kemin is a picturesque park with the amazing views of the rivers and mountain forests. You are going to have today the amazing trip along the fabulous river. The rafting will be incredible. You will be taught by the experienced staff, they will tell you what you should do during the trip. It will take 1 hour plus about 40 minutes for preparations. You will have amazing emotions and remember this day for a long time. In the second part of the tour you will have interesting horse riding and you will yourself as real nomads. The tour route will take you to the mountains and you will see the fantastic views of the gorge. Along the way you will fascinate the perfect panorama of the gorge and take fabulous photos. Night will be in a homestay. 

Day 3: Chon Kemin – Konorchek – Issyk Kul lake northern shore
This day you will have 3 hours hiking tour to the red canyon Konorchek. Konorchek canyons occupy a vast territory and look like a collection of castles, spires, skyscrapers. Along the way, you will be taken by charming views and you will be able to enjoy them. Then you will travel to the famous “pearl of the Central Asia” - Issyk Kul Lake. In Kyrgyzstan, it is the most impressive among all high-altitude lakes with salt water. It is slightly smaller than the Caspian sea, and its water transparency can be compared to lake Sevan. The reservoir is located at a height of one and a half kilometers. The length of the lake is 180 kilometers, and the maximum width reaches 70. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 4: Issyk Kul – Grigorievskoye – Semenovskoye – Karakol
Today you will drive to open air museum of ancient stone inscriptions (dating back to 800 B.C.) that were created by shamans. After that you will lead along the fascinating Grigorievskoe and Semenovskoe gorges! They are really perfect creations of the nature and connected at the end. You will fascinate the fabulous views and drive in one and drive out from another gorge. Along the way you will have a chance to see the yurts and you will have a chance to make photos. After that you will continue driving along the amazing north side of the lake and see he amazing views. Don’t miss chance to take photos. You will arrive to Karakol and visit the Dungan mosque that was built in the early 20th century in the style of a Buddhist temple, but serves all Muslims in the region. This is a real masterpiece of Dungan architecture, built without a single nail. After that you will go to visit an old wooden Orthodox Church. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 5: Karakol – Jeti Oguz – Issyk Kul southern shore – Bishkek
This day you will transfer to Jeti Oguz gorge. The name of the gorge "Jeti Oguz" means "seven bulls" in Kyrgyz. This unusual name comes from the red rocks at the entrance to the gorge, the length of which is 37 km. huge dark green forests that stretch along the mountain slopes of red Sandstone create an amazing color contrast. At the entrance to the gorge you will meet a unique creation of the nature Broken heart Mountain. You will be offered to see the fabulous panorama of the gorge from the top of the mountain. You will continue tour with break in Bokonbaevo village where you will get acquainted with the eagle hunter and he will tell about the eagle hunting that came from the ancient times. You will transfer then to Bishkek. You will rest the night in the hotel.

Day 6: Bishkek – Airport
In the morning is transfer to airport. 
 

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

Price per person:
02 pax – 790 $
04 pax – 490 $
06 pax – 385 $
08 pax – 340 $
10 pax – 305 $
Single – 75 $

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

All dinners – 75 $
All lunches and dinners – 150 $

English speaking guide – 400 $ per group

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
         Chon Kemin – Homestay
         Issyk Kul – “Karven” Resort
         Karakol – “Green Yard” Boutique Hotel
         Bishkek – “Discovery” 3* or “Garden” 4*
- Rafting in Chon Kemin
- Entrances to all museums
- Horse riding in Chon Kemin
- 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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We can propose you colorful tours to five Central Asian countries which full of unusually nomad spirit. These are Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. History, culture, gastronomy, people, nature, landscapes, even the much - loved "post-Soviet chic" - everything is somehow impressive in these countries. There are amazing canyons, gorges, lakes, caves and other natural wealth that promises you will be impressed with it. These are very safe countries - and they are very hospitable. Just a winning moment for all these countries is the opportunity for tourists to stay with local residents, for example, in yurts and provincial hotels. You can rent a car and travel in one country or combine several in one tour. We will help you with organization and try to make suitable movement trip. We will later explain about transportation, border checkpoint, rules, timetable and other nuances. You can rely on us and travel without worries.

Nature

The nature of Central Asia is striking in its contrasts. The West and Northwest are occupied by the plain. The plain is bounded on the East and South-East by the mountain belt — Pamir-Alay, Tien-Shan, in the South — Kopet-Dagh. Our nature is very vivid and interesting, Amazing mountains, landscapes, lakes, rivers you can see in Kygyzstan and Tajikistan. You may rent a car and enjoy these wonderful views. High passes, dirt roads are not interference, because you will forget about such a nuances after meeting hospitable and polite people. You will observe the all colorful nature as mountain trails as they are. Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan are famous due to the deserts and steppes. The sights of Charyn Canyon, the hike down, the sheer natural beauty and the scale of the place. We would thoroughly recommend going if in Almaty, not least because  the journey there also gives you a real feel of Kazakhstan. Comparisons to the Grand Canyon  seem apt, although Charyn is worthy of respect in its own right. Uzbekistan is all about architecture from you will be amazed. Gas crater Darwaza in Turkmenistan and other various places. Use our car rent service and start to travel!

 

Architecture

The architecture of Uzbekistan is noted for its originality. Many consider Uzbekistan’s architecture to be notable despite the changing economic conditions, technological advances, demographic fluctuations, and cultural shifts that the country has experienced. Notable architectural centers of Uzbekistan include Samarkand, Bukhara, Khiva, Shakhrisabz, Termez, and Kokand. Various ancient architectural masterpieces have also survived, including palaces, mausoleums, mosques, and minarets. Colorful mosaics, religious symbols, and abstract geometrical patterns also characterize architecture in Uzbekistan. Despite the beauty of Uzbekistan we suggest you to travel to Turkmenistan and visit places as Kunya Urgench, Merv and many other sites. In Kazakhstan are available famed mosques, minarets, mausoleums. During the trip you can create simple image of life in the past and how the caravans passed there. In addition there will be ornaments, interesting buildings of Middle Age. Rent a car, travel here and enjoy your time.

 

Culture

From gold-toothed Turkmen in shaggy, dreadlocked hats to high-cheekboned Kyrgyz herders whose eyes still hint at their nomadic past, Central Asia presents a fascinating collection of portraits and peoples. The most noticeable divide is between the traditionally sedentary peoples, the Uzbeks and Tajiks, and their formerly nomadic neighbours, the Kazakhs, Kyrgyz and Turkmen. In total the population of former Soviet Central Asia is about 67 million. Few areas of its size are home to such tangled demographics and daunting transitions. For a visitor to a Muslim country, even one as casual about Islam as Kazakhstan or Kyrgyzstan, this is a constant source of pleasure, temptation and sometimes embarrassment. The majority of Central Asians, especially rural ones, have little to offer but their hospitality, and a casual guest could drain a host's resources and never know it. And yet to refuse such an invitation (or to offer to bring food or to help with the cost) would almost certainly be an insult. Musical instruments, food preferences, lifestyle, traditional clothes are unique. Kyrgyz and Kazakh people are almost similar like Uzbeks with Turkmens. The nation is very polite and hospitable. All you can do is enjoy it, honour their customs as best you can, and take yourself courteously out of the picture before you become a burden. If for some reason you do want to decline, couch your refusal in gracious and diplomatic terms, allowing the would-be host to save face. As an example, if you are offered bread, you should at least taste a little piece before taking your leave. There is a quote “Guest is like a God”.

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Food

In Central Asia, however, lamb meat has been considered the main food since ancient times, and there is a historical explanation for this. Until the beginning of the 19th century, Central Asia was inhabited by nomadic tribes engaged in breeding small cattle (sheep). Naturally, the nomads did not have the opportunity to grow wheat or rice, since the cultivation of these crops required settlement. Rice and wheat were exchanged by nomads from settled tribes for meat and cattle. And it is in the preparation of dishes from meat and offal of small cattle that the peoples of Central Asia showed special ingenuity, which is why the cuisine of Central Asia differs from the national cuisine of its neighbors. The mix of culinary traditions of the Persians and Turks, as well as an advantageous position at the crossroads of trade routes, made the recipes very diverse both in terms of products and cooking methods. Boorsok, beshbarmak, kuurdak, lagman, manty and many other kinds of dishes made of 100 % natural products. Uzbek and Tajik food is full of vegetables because of their lifestyle. Moreover you can try Dungan, Uigur, Russian, Ukranian, Korean, Azerbaijan, Tatar, Caucasian people cuisine. Rent a car, visit us for gastronomic tour.

 

Summer

Summer provide you more possibilities to travel. The borders between countries are open. There will be mountain lakes on high height, various peaks over 5000 and 7000 meters to climb on your request. You also will be able to swim if the weather is good. We propose to use a car rent and make your trip more comfortable. The weather in mountains is very changeable and there is possibility that you may see four seasons in one day. You can travel to Son Kul in Kyrgyzstan, Kolsai in Kazakhstan, Murgab in Tajikistan, Arslanbob walnut forest, Sary Chelek lake, Kel Suu lake, Tash Rabat caravan serail, Achik Tash base camp on the foot of Lenin peak, Skazka canyon and many other places. It is important to mention that you cannot travel to Pamir mountains in Tajikistan, Murgab region, you can only see  Fann region in other seasons. You also can travel to Kolsai lakes located in Kazakhstan as well as Altyn Emel National Reserve only in summer. Rent a car and explore Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan in the summer.Фото Сон Куль

 

Winter

In the winter you feel different magic atmosphere and it is good opportunity for people who loves skiing and skating. Kyrgyzstan is high mountains country and there are many ski resorts. The biggest one is Karakol, it has 20 kilometers of tracks of different level both for beginners and experienced skiers. Also you can use the help of instructors. In Almaty, Kazakhstan you can find the largest skating rink in Central Asia called Medeo. We recommend you to go to the Issyk Kul lake, visit Jeti Oguz, Grigorievskoe, visit eagle hunter in Bokonbaevo, have a yurt setting workshop in Kyzyl Tuu, felt show in Kochkor, city tour in Bishkek and southern capital - Osh.

Uzbekistan is accessible in winter as well. This country is all about architecture. We will explore cities as Tashkent, Bukhara, Khiva and Samarkand. The is no problems with roads. We can use railway, flights. We offer a cultural tour which is included silk factory, paper factory, workshop etc. Spend a pleasant time with car rent.

 

4x4

Our company recommends to you 4x4 tours car rent. It is really comfortable service who like off road. You can pass relief, landscapes, flora and fauna, steppes, gorges in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. You can choose the tour in one country or combine certain ones. The borders are open and you may not worry about checkpoints. We will provide all necessary stuff as folding table, chairs, disposable tableware, dry and wet wipes, tea, coffee, sugar, pastry, snacks are at your disposal for your wonderful picnics. You can reserve a car driver, mechanic, tour guide. We will help with booking accommodation in villages and small towns, your meals in homestays and yurt camps, some activities such as eagle hunting demonstration, yurt setting demonstration, carpet making workshop, wedding traditions demonstration, horseback riding, traditional horse games show or something else that you like and prefer. You can travel individually or with a group as well. We offer needful number of cars. We have to mention that in Kyrgyzstan difficult situation with roads because of the rain, snow. You will feel adrenaline rush. That is why we highly encourage you to rent a car for your trip.                       

 

Mountains, peaks

The peaks of the Tien Shan and Pamirs are beautiful, high and diverse and feature all climbing grades which attracts hosts of travellers, climbers and lovers of various active sports from all over the world. We organize mountaineering expeditions tours and climbing trips to Pamir peaks such as seven-thousander Lenin Peak (7134 m) and nearby summits up to 6200 meters high; Communism Peak (7495 m); as well as Tien-Shan peaks: Pobeda Peak (7349 m), Khan-Tengri Peak (7010 m) and Muztag-Ata Peak (7546 m). Our company provides services of experienced high altitude mountain guides and porters as well as Base camps facilities with all necessary infrastructure including wonderful international cuisine in Lenin Peak Area. We also organize guided expeditions to never-climbed (virgin) peaks of more than five- to six thousands meters high. Special expeditions aimed to reach highest peaks of Central Asian countries as well as any kind of training, sporting and exploratory expeditions in any mountain region of Central Asia are also organized. You can observe Lenin Peak which belongs to 2 countries.

The Ala-Archa gorge is one of the most famous sights of Kyrgyzstan. The Ala-Archa gorge is located in the Chui region and is a national Park. Every year, this high-mountain gorge receives hundreds of thousands of tourists, both local and foreign. There are several reasons for this popularity. First of all, the Ala-Archa gorge is only 40 kilometers from Bishkek, so it is very easy to get here and has all the necessary tourist infrastructure: good paved road, shops, hotels, cafes, and places to relax among the beautiful nature. Secondly, the Ala-Archa gorge has its own geographical features-it is located on the Central and highest part of the Kyrgyz range — the second longest range of the Tien Shan. Therefore, it is here that the mountains rise as high as possible above the plain, and here begin numerous trails to the highest peaks of the Kyrgyz range.Ala-Archa is famous for its unspoilt nature: extensive spruce forests, birch groves, numerous springs with clear glacial water and mighty rocks. Have a great vacation with car rent service.

 

Lakes

There are many beautiful lakes and we really mean magnificent lakes. Some of them are huge as the sea, some are high up in the mountains and some even have nice beaches. So here is our list of the most stunning lakes in Central Asia. About a six-hour drive from Almaty is the Kolsay Lake. There are three lakes in total. You can drive up to the first one, the Kolsay lake. The lake is crystal clear and you can see some remaining trees in the middle of the lakes that makes for a mystical atmosphere. From there, it is an 8 km walk (or horseback riding) along the river to the second lake which is also stunning. The smaller third lake is at an altitude of 2800 meters but beware it might not be allowed to go there because it is very close to the Kyrgyz border. It is likely you meet some border guards on horseback in the forest. There are some cabins for rent if you want to spend the night here. In the center of Kyrgyzstan lies the beautiful lake Song-Kol. In summer it is possible to get there from the villages Kochkor or Jumgal. But the best way is to hike or to ride on horseback. If there is snow, horses are the only possible transportation. It depends very much on the weather since the lake is about 3'016 meters above sea level. Along its shore, there are nice yurt camps in summer and it makes a perfect place to enjoy the nomadic lifestyle. Tajikistan has hundreds of pristine lakes and one of them is the lake Iskanderkul. It is situated in the northwestern part of Tajikistan and the way up there is quite a challenge. You'll definitely need a 4W-Drive to go up the last couple of kilometers to the lake. What makes this lake so fascinating is that is surrounded by the majestic Fann mountains. It is just beautiful when the snow-covered peaks come out of the clouds and are reflected on the surface of the lake. There are a few options to stay overnight. Spending a night or two and hiking along the shore is definitely worth it. No wonder, the president of Tajikistan has a summer house here too. The most popular one is Issyk Kul. Pearl of Central Asia. We can talk about it infinitely. Rent a car and spend amazing time with us.

 

Steppes

If you feel that your soul needs new emotions, let is organize a suitable tour. Endless steepes in Kazakhstan, mountains in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan will help you relax properly. During our trip we will meey poor people with great heart. You can learn something new from them about culture and traditions. They will amaze you with hospitality. Kazakhstan is famous with its gorgeous steppes. "Altyn-Emel” is a state national park located in the valley of the Ili River on the territory of Almaty region. It is four times the size of Hong Kong the Altyn Emel is a Kazakhstan's safari destination. The total protected area of ​​the park is 520.2 thousand hectares. You will be able to observe amazing landscapes "Martian hills" and relic willows.Here is history as well, with ancient burial mounds and petroglyphs. You may also see the wild animals living in national park: persian gazells, argali, Przewalski's horses. You will see unique singing sands, chalk Aktau and volcanic Katutau mountains. Aktau mountains could surprise you by its red, green, pink or even pale blue coloured stony slopes. Another attraction of Altyn-Emel Nature Park is Besshatyr – a complex of five royal burial mounds, Scythian rulers of VI-III centuries BC. Just 260 km north of Almaty, Altyn Emel is one of the most accessible places to experience a piece of the great under-discovered Kazakh wilds. Do not hesitate to contact us, we will help you to organize suitable tour.

 

Silk Road

The Silk Road was a huge part of the development of Central Asia, and this tour is a great way to relive this period in history. Architecture, culture, traditions and cuisine take the forefront in this tour as you travel through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. Head out on the best tour for exploring Central Asia and the Silk Road, and discover this corner of the world. Start with Almaty, the cosmopolitan southern capital of Kazakhstan, before heading to Kyrgyzstan to explore the country’s rich nature and history. Uzbekistan is rightfully known for its monumental cities, with Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Turkmenistan is a mix of ancient and modern, from the wide streets of Ashgabat to the deserted ruins of Merv. Take a dip into Tajikistan’s past with a trip to Penjikent, which has a lot of historical and cultural significance. All in all, Central Asia on the Silk Road is the best tour for exploring the history and culture of this region, with excursions to all of the major sites and some of the lesser-known gems of Central Asia. Contact us, rent a car and enjoy yout time!   

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