Kyrgyzstan biking 07

Duration of the tour: 11 days

The best place to have a biking tour is Kyrgyz republic. You will never forget this tour! In the republic, there are lots of mountain roads that are perfect for cycling. While traveling in Kyrgyzstan you will see mountain lakes that are situated in the hidden places and its remarkable nature. You could visit the most unspoiled places in the world, where are almost no people. The amount of unbelievable panoramic views will shock you.

Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Dzhylangach river - Kichi-Naryn - Naryn town - Tash Rabat caravanserai - Moldo village - Son Kul lake - Bishkek city

Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek

You will be met by your guide in the International Airport of Manas and accompanied to the capital of Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek City. Transfer from the Airport of Manas to Bishkek takes half an hour. On arrival in the capital you will be accommodated in the hotel*** that is found in the city's calm district. After accommodation you will have a rest and you will start the day with a nice breakfast. This day you have an excursion to Ala-Archa Natural Park. Ala - Archa Park is located on the Kyrgyz ridge (Tien - Shan spur), in the Gorge of Ala-Archa, 45 km away Bishkek city. We will ascend up on the top of the mount in order to have a good observation of the gorge. After that we will be transferred to Bishkek. Overnight stay is in the Hotel***. Dinner is served at 7 o'clock in the evening.

Day 2: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Dzhylangach river

This day, after breakfast we will be transferred (200 km) from Bishkek city to Chon Kemin Valley. On our way to Chon Kemin, we will stop to visit Burana Tower Complex: minaret that dated 11th century A. D. and the open air Balbans (stone warriors) museum. The first part of the way passes along the Kyrgyz range - Ala-Too. From the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyz range is situated just 40 km south. We will have amazing views of snow capped mountains' tops from the road. Ala - Too has many marvelous gorges, which magnetize lots of people. We will arrive to the River of Dzhylangach and further we will ride for about 40 km. In the tent camp we will spend this night.

Day 3: Ride (58 km) Dzhylangach - Kichi-Naryn

This day riding is on the dirt road along the River of Balgart and Kichi - Naryn River. Easy day for cycling. Near Kichi - Naryn River we will spend this night in the forest, in tents. Shepherds with all their relatives were coming to this region. As a big family, all of them were going from one place to another with a great amount of livestock. Among the nomads this place is well-liked since ancient times. Some Kyrgyz big tribes could comprise about 1000 yurts. The Kyrgyz nomads like to meet travelers and they are very friendly.

Day 4: Ride (63 km) Kichi-Naryn - Naryn town

This day is an easy one. Early morning breakfast. After that riding is down to Kichi-Naryn Village that is situated 4 km away from Kichi-Naryn and Naryn Rivers confluence. The road to Naryn will surprise you with its amazing mountains and beauty. Along Naryn River you will ride to Naryn town (2050 m. alt.). The town of Naryn is situated very close to the mountains, at the altitude of 2800 m. above the sea level. It was built right along the gorge near the longest Kyrgyz River - Naryn. You will have many photo stops, as the whole way will be along incredible gorges. Riding is by the main road. We will have a lunch on the way. This night you spend as nomads in collapsible nomadic dwellings (yurts) that are made of felt and wood without nails.

Day 5: Transfer or Ride Naryn - Tash Rabat caravanserai (130 km)

This day you could choose between riding and transfer from Naryn town to the Great Silk Way Caravanserai of Tash Rabat (Stone Castle). Tash Rabat is located at a height 3200 m above sea level, at the very heart of Tian - Shan Mountains. The building has no analogue in the whole world, because it was constructed out of layered stones and in addition to that it was partly built inside the mountain. According to the opinion of the scientists the construction of this caravanserai refers to the 14th century A. D. Totally, there are 31 rooms in the mountain. There are also dungeons for medieval convicts. The width of the walls is about one meter. The night will be spent nearby Tash Rabat in the yurt camp.

Day 6: Ride (86 km) Tash Rabat - Moldo village

Early morning breakfast. Pack your backpacks. Afterwards we will ride from Tash Rabat to the Village of Moldo along the Naryn Valley. This way was used at the time of Great Silk Road by the ancient traders. From China, on camels and horses thousand of merchants with their goods were passing there. It is a nice chance to feel that you ride along the same way. This ride is of moderate complexity by the asphalt road. Overnight stay is in the tent camp, at the altitude of 1670 meters above sea level.

Day 7: Moldo village - Son Kul Lake

This day you can choose between cycling and transfer. Today we will go to the 2^nd biggest lake on the territory of Kyrgyzstan - Son Kul, over the Pass of Kurtka (altitude is 3243meters a. s. l.). Son Kul Lake is the highest alpine lake in Kyrgyz Republic, situated at an altitude of 3016 m. above sea level, and surrounded by the mountains. Naryn region shepherds come to the lake to use it as summer grass land. The riding to the gorge beginning is with a slight descent and easy. We will enter through the narrow passage to the narrow gorge with high sharp rock walls (in some places up to 200 meters). A steep ascent to the pass begins here. The descent is easier and shorter. On arrival, you will be free to walk around and enjoy the virgin nature of the lake and its environs. The Kyrgyz nomads with their families started to come to this magnificent district for relaxation and rest. Dinner and overnight are in the yurt camp.

Day 8: Son Kul Lake

Today we have free time in the Kyrgyz paradise after long bicycle journey. You will have an exceptional chance to explore Kyrgyz nature and lifestyle on your own. You can relax in the atmosphere of wild and calm natural world or ride on a horse along the lake's shore. It is a great chance to familiarize with nomadic customs and way of life. It is without doubt that at the Son Kul nomads will invite you to their yurts to taste a piece of bread and to drink kumis- traditional staple drink made of mare's milk. In tents you will spend this night.

Day 9: Transfer to Bishkek city

After breakfast is drive to Bishkek. Offered through the observations of pristine nature you will be carried away by the wonderful sceneries. You will have spare time upon arrival in Bishkek to go for shopping and just to walk. You will spend this night in the hotel***.This evening in a café you will have a farewell dinner.

Day 10: Bishkek

Your breakfast will be served in the hotel. Afterwards we will visit Oriental Osh Bazaar to walk there and bargain for different goods. You will have a feeling as if you are 1000 years ago! After visiting Osh Bazaar you will have a sightseeing tour. During this city tour you will visit Ala-Too Central Square, the Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan, Oak Park (Duboviy Park), Victory Square (Pobeda Square), National Philharmonic and Art Gallery. Overnight stay is in the hotel***. Dinner is served at 7 o'clock in the evening.

Day 11: Transfer to the airport

At the pick up time arranged previously according to the details of your flight you will be met in the hotel by your guide and accompanied to the Airport of Manas.

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Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 1

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Tash Rabat caravanserai - Moldo village - Kyzyl Korgon canyon - Kyrk-Kyz pass - Ter Jailak pass - Toluk village - Toktogul village - Bishkek city

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Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 2

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 day

Places to visit: Bishkek - Tamchi village - Kochkor - Sarybulak - Jalpak pass - Dzhylangach river - Kichi-Naryn - Naryn town - Bishkek city

Kyrgyzstan is waiting for the fans of biking! We developed biking tour that you will like without doubt. You will be biking on the most famous mountain roads, along the magnificent gorges and rushing streams of Kyrgyzstan in order to see pristine nature and marvelous views. You also can take a chance to travel here! Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 3

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Son Kul lake - Kyzyl Korgon canyon - Kyrk-Kyz pass - Ter Jailak pass - Toluk village - Toktogul village - Bishkek city

Among tourists, biking is very popular in Kyrgyz Republic. Travelers come to the country of heavenly mountains and alpine lakes to familiarize with nomadic culture and to have biking along the beautiful gorges and rushing rivers. You will see diverse landscapes during one bike tour, and you will be stunned with the views that will vary so quickly. The country is a magnet for plenty of people that are fond of cycling. Those, who have already visited Kyrgyz Republic always want to come back here ones more. Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 4

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Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Naryn town - Tash Rabat caravanserai - Moldo village - Son Kul lake - Kyzyl Korgon canyon - Bishkek city

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Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 5

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Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 8 days

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If you have a desire for biking in the heavenly mountains and at the same time to visit many places of interest, our travel company is ready to organize biking tour for you. Our country is an outstanding place for cycling, and you will enjoy your being in Kyrgyz Republic. You will cycle in the most striking places of the republic and quickly changeable views on your way will stun you. Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 6

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Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 12 days

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Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 7

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 11 days

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