Tours in Kyrgyzstan: Tour 8

Tours in Kyrgyzstan: Tour 8
Duration: 8 days

Day 1: Bishkek
We are glad to see you in Kyrgyzstan. You will be met at Manas International Airport and accompanied to the capital city of Kyrgyzstan. The road will take for about 30 minutes. On arrival you will have a city tour of Bishkek. We will visit Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala Too Square, the National Arts Museum, National Philharmonic and other places. Then we can visit Asian Bazaar and buy oriental goods, fresh fruits and vegetables and so on. Transfer to a hotel for sleep.

Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Issyk Kul northern shore
In the morning we will travel to Issyk Kul Lake and enjoy seeing the celestial mountains around it. It's the second largest alpine lake in the world of 1608 m. above sea level. The lake is called "the pearl of Central Asia" and possesses curative qualities. We will visit Burana Tower of an 11th century minaret and an open air museum of Balbals (stone warriors). In Cholpon Ata town you will visit Rukh Ordo where you can see spiritual complex of culture and tolerance of religious diversity. See ancient stone inscriptions of 800 B.C. These petroglyphs were made more than 2000 years ago by shamans. At the end you can see local ethnography museum. Rest is in a hotel.

Day 3: Issyk Kul lake - Kochkor - Son Kul 
After breakfast we will travel to the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan - Son Kul. Son Kul lake is walled by mountains and it is the highest alpine lake in Kyrgyzstan, located at an altitude of 3 013 meters above sea level. In past times, Kyrgyz nomads traveled here with their families for relaxation. We will have a break in Kochkor village and learn more how our national felt carpets are produced. Night is in a yurt.

Day 4: Son Kul - Kazarman
We will have a tour driving to Kazarman village. About 93% of Kyrgyzstan is steep with nomadic life in remote places. Travelers will have a chance to enjoy hiking and immerse in uniqueness of scenery. You will travel along roads and see outstanding gorges. We are sure you will love it. Night is in a homestay.

Day 5: Osh - Uzgen - Djalal Abad - Arslanbob
We will travel to Arslanbob walnut forest. It will take 6 hours along a mountain road. On the way we will visit Djalal Abad town as well as Uzgen Tower. This tower was built in 11th century by Karakhanids. See mausoleums that were used as burial places for the front-runners. The road will inspire by otherworldly mountains and super panorama views. Arslanbob's grove produces 1500 tons of walnuts per year and is the biggest natural source of walnuts in the World. Overnight is in a local home stay.

Day 6: Arslanbob
In the morning we will have a walking tour in Arslanbob walnut forests. It takes 11,000 hectares and called the "Royal Woods of Kyrgyzstan". In past times, nuts from this area were transferred along the Great Silk Road in the Middle Ages. Here we can see the brilliant nature and have a hike to a small waterfall. In addition, you will communicate with locals. Rest is in a home stay.

Day 7: Arslanbob - Bishkek  
We will drive to the capital of Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek city via the southern part of Kyrgyzstan. On the way you will outstanding views of inspiring mountains and gorges. Enjoy panoramic views of Tue Ashuu pass of more than 3000 meters high! This road is defined to be one of the most beautiful in Kyrgyzstan. Night is in a hotel.

Day 8: Airport
Transfer to airport. 

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

Price per person:
02 pax - 865 $
04 pax - 550 $
06 pax - 435 $
08 pax - 375 $
10 pax - 345 $
Single - 125 $

Half board - 105 $
Full board - 200 $

English speaking guide - 530 $ per group

To be 2 in a yurt (now 4 in 1) - 15 $ per person

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
Issyk Kul - "Karven" Resort
Son Kul - Yurts, "Nomad's Dream" camp (4 pax in 1)
Kazarman - Homestay
Arslanbob - Homestay
- Entrances to all museums
- Mineral water during the tour 

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