BISHKEK
Bishkek - Upon arrival, drive to Bishkek for city tour. Start the tour with visiting the Ala-Too main square, National flagpole & changing of guards, the monument of Peace and Friendship dedicated to April 2010 revolution victims, Manas on horse monument, open air Art Gallery where you can see paintings of local artists, Oak Park, Old Square, walk along the Erkindik boulevard where you can meet towns people of all ages resting. Youth Alley where the Statue of Manas - the founder of the Kyrgyz nation is located in front of the Kyrgyz State Grand Philharmonic Hall.
Burana Tower - From there drive to the Burana Historical Complex which is located within a large archaeological and architectural complex near Tokmok, 80 km to the east of Bishkek. This is a unique minaret, built in the 11th century in the medieval town Balasagun, the capital of prosperous Karakhanid State. Once near the tower stood a mosque and a minaret which was used to call people to pray. You can climb the stairs to the top of Burana, where you’ll be able to enjoy a wonderful view of the surrounding valley. On the east side of the tower there are the remains of mausoleums. Along the perimeter of the museum complex you can find ancient Turkic stone sculptures.
Lunch at a local family. Get to know local people’s lifestyle and traditions.
Tar-Suu - Continue drive to the incredible Chon Kemin Valley, a protected region which is home to some of the most diverse flora and fauna in the country.
Arrive at Tarsuu village, check-in to a family run guesthouse in Chon-Kemin valley.
Before dinner at the guesthouse, time will allow us to take a gentle stroll around the village and glean a fascinating insight in to rural Kyrgyz life. Enjoy a campfire in the evening.
- English speaking local guide
- Cultural activities: Boorsok show, Eagle hunting show, Yurt show, Felt making show, Horse games
- All meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning and standard twin-share accommodation
- Excursions and entrance fees to monuments as per itinerary
- Required border zone permit (D8) included
- Bottled drinking water
- Travel/Medical insurance
- Beverages with included meals
- Personal expenses; payment for photo and video cameras at monuments
- Tips for guides & drivers & porters at hotel
- Horseback riding in all places Helmets are not available!
- Boat in Kel-Suu
Kyrgyzstan is distinguished by the magnificent Tien Shan mountain range which covers 90% of the country’s landscape, fertile valleys, and approximately 2000 pristine alpine lakes. The country also stands out for its ongoing preservation and respect for age-old nomadic traditions.
If you are a lover of nature and mountains, and have a desire to explore the nomadic lifestyle of Central Asia, then Kyrgyzstan will capture your heart! It is one of the rare untouched destinations where you can experience the original nomadic culture.
Plan your trip to Kyrgyzstan today. A simple flight from Istanbul and the government’s dedication to promoting tourism won’t keep this gem undiscovered for much longer.
But for now, it stands still in time: a place where you can sense the pulse of life as it used to be and continues to be. Experience this feeling while it’s still possible.
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