Kyrgyzstan Winter Tour

Begin your Kyrgyzstan adventure in the capital city, Bishkek. Upon your arrival, an airport pickup has been arranged for your convenience. After checking into your hotel, you'll spend the day exploring Bishkek. Your itinerary includes a visit to Ala-Too Square, a leisurely walk through Oak Park, and a shopping excursion at the bustling Osh Bazaar. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere of this historic city. Enjoy an overnight stay in Bishkek.Hotel - Plaza Hotel or similar in the rich culture and vibrant atmosphere of this historic city. Overnight stay at Bishkek

Today you embark on an exhilarating journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Kyrgyzstan. Your first stop will be the earliest architectural wonder of Central Asia - The Burana Tower which dates back to the 11th century. After having lunch you will get back on the road. Traversing rugged mountain gorges and serpentine routes with the convoy on this Kyrgyzstan road trip, you will reach Tar Suu. A ride in the horsedrawn carriage, pebblestone streets, and starry skies, all come together to make this village as enchanting as the fairytales we grew up reading about. Overnight stay at Chon Kemin

After a hearty breakfast, brace yourselves for the most exciting adventure - conquering the Boom Gorge. The narrow routes passing through high mountains, the Chu River’s rapid flow, and the Gorge’s vast expanse make this stretch equally challenging and thrilling. As we head towards the magnificent Issyk-Kull region, the shore of Kyrgyzstan’s largest lake, Lake Issyk-KulI will slowly start to come into focus. Stop for lunch at a panoramic point near Ornok village, where the blue waters of the lake and the azure skies seemingly blend into each other, making it a breathtaking sight to witness. Afterwards, head towards a small resort town on the lake shore - Cholpon Ata where you will retire for the night. Overnight stay at Cholpon Ata

In Cholpon Ata, you start your day with a heartfelt breakfast and then head towards the fascinating Petroglyph Museum, delivering into the rich history depicted in ancient rock carvings. Some of these are considered to be 4 thousand years old. After such an insightful morning, head to a local restaurant for a delicious lunch, savoring Kyrgyzstan’s authentic flavors. The adventure continues as you make your way to the enchanting Lake Issyk Kul. The tangerine glow of the sunset along with the Tien Shan mountains will make the perfect backdrop for a boat ride across the serene waters of the lake as you conclude your day on a serene note. Overnight stay at Cholpon Ata

Today you embark on yet another adventurous day on this Kyrg as you prepare yourselves to conquer the Grigoriev and Semienov gorges. The untamed beauty and ceaselessly flowing mountain rivers of these gorges are enough to make you fall head over heels in love with Kyrgyz. Imagine driving through mountain trails, past a herd of horses with nothing but eden-like valleys spanning as far as your eyes can see. And, in the middle of it all, two snowy peaks, Kum-bel (4200m) and Eshenbulak Peak (4647m) shine like crowned jewels. As we reach Karakol, have lunch and then head for a sightseeing walk through the lively city. After relishing our meal, you will visit the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church, which was the first-ever church built in Karakol. You will also visit the famous Dungan Mosque before calling it a day. Overnight stay at Karakol.

Every day is a new adventure on this Kyrgyzstan itinerary and today you take it up a notch, quite literally as you hike towards the highest ski resort in Kyrgyzstan, the Karakol Ski base (3020m). From the base, you take a ski lift toward Panorama Point which is arguably the best viewpoint in Kyrgyzstan and enjoy a delicious lunch. Afterwards, you can watch the Kyrgyz traditional horse game Kok-Boru, played by two teams on horseback. To witness this game itself is a thrill unlike any other. After a long day of activity, you return to Karakol.Overnight stay at Karakol.

Today we head towards Jeti Oguz which literally translates to “Seven Bulls” where dense vegetation covers the red rocks of the gorge making it a beautiful sight to behold. Your next stop on the Kyrgyzstan road trip itinerary is in Barskoon Gorge where the cascading waterfall creates soothing melodies. After lunch at Tamga Village, you continue onwards to Skazka Canyon. Because of their dramatic carvings and sandscapes that look straight out of a storybook, it is also known as ‘Fairytale canyons’. En route to Bokonbaevo, you will witness eagle hunters with their birds of prey, which is one of the oldest traditions of Kyrgyz nomads. You get to observe the birds in their element with a wingspan of 6 feet fly with great speed and hunt with precision. Overnight stay at Kochkor.

Today you will dive deeper into the culture of the land as you attend a traditional felt show that showcases the craft behind Shyrdaks, the UNESCO-listed Kyrgyz felt carpets. You will then start the return journey towards Bishkek. We will conquer the Kyzart pass which is nestled at an altitude of 2664 meters followed by a scrumptious lunch in the charming village of Kyzyl Tuu. Traversing through the enchanting Suusamyr valley and the majestic Too Ashuu mountain pass, you will reach Bikshek. Overnight stay at Bikshek.

After conquering Kyrgyzstan’s rugged terrain and making memories of a lifetime, it's time to bid farewell to the land of nomads.