8 days tour 10
Day 1: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
For visitants to be able to see such places as Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic we pick them at Manas International Airport. Cars for rent help the tour in Kyrgyzstan to be comfortable and interesting. The way to Bishkek takes about 30 minutes. Then from the other part of the city there is Ala Archa gorge in 45 km. It is famous for being non-attending one in the Soviet past, so now everyone can travel here and go hiking or walking along paved path. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Issyk Kul northern shore
Today guests are going to see the main lake of Kyrgyzstan - Issyk Kul lake. It is our pride and is considered to be the pearl of entire Central Asia. Being at the height of 1608 m. above sea level the lake becomes one of tour locations to visit along the trip. Also, Burana Tower can be visited today. It was created in the 11th century and still bears sacred meaning as stone warriors surround it. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 3: Issyk Kul Lake - Kochkor
Issyk Kul is the lake at the altitude of 1608m above sea level and is considered to have length of 180 km and width of 60 km. The lake is considered to be curative in its features, as it is salty. Being in a winter tour all can compare that it really never freezes. Then we travel to Cholpon Ata to witness petroglyphs of the ancient times, 2000 years ago. These were made by shamans of the territory. It was rather often action in the past times. The next point is Kochkor village. And here guests are able to see the process of felts creation as well as to take an active part in their creation and decoration. Locals will tell secrets of making carpets. Being here make a visit of handicraft museum. Night will be at the locals.
Day 4: Kochkor - Son Kul Lake
Son Kul Lake is the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan and at the same time one of the most amazing ones. It is reachable just in some seasons of the year, so don't miss an opportunity to travel here in summer time. The height is 3013m above sea level and due to it the atmosphere is rather cool here. People come here for taking rest, having picnics and just getting closer to nature, leaving noise of cities. But the local nomads come here with cattle to breed. Due to high-altitude location it is not possible to swim in the lake, but boat still can be used. Night and dinner will be in the yurt.
Day 5: Son Kul Lake - Kazarman
We all are aware of the fact that Kyrgyzstan is a mountain country and that 93% of it are covered with mountain ranges. Kazarman village is a remote paradise, far in the mountains where live people strongly loving nature. Being here travel along the gorges and valleys of the village. Have a talk with nomads of the territory and just immerse in traditional life of ancient Kyrgyzstan. Night will be in the home of a local dweller.
Day 6: Kazarman - Arslanbob
The way from the remote village is going to be far, so after a road along the mountains with lots of photo stops we travel up to Arslanbob walnut forest. It is the largest walnut forest in Kyrgyzstan and the world. More than 1500tons of nuts are produced by the forest each year. All along the way in a trip we recommend trying national drink Kumis. It is very tasty. Night will be in the home of the local dwellers.
Day 7: Arslanbob - Uzgen - Osh
Here we come to the south of the country and during the tour here we visit Djalal Abad town and its Uzgen Tower. This minaret was also created in the 11th century but by Karakhanids. Its peculiar for having mausoleums for bury of the leaders. Then guests are going to get to Osh city. Being here travel to the center of it and witness the very Suleiman Mountain. It is a sacred place. At present time like in the past lots of Muslims were coming here for praying. Legend says biblical prophet Solomon (Suleiman, in the Koran) coming at these places, as well as he was buried at the bottom of it. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 8: Airport
Morning transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter
