8 days tour 11
Day 1: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
As a trip in Kyrgyzstan starts our team meets the group in Manas International Airport. It is located in 30 minutes from the capital Bishkek. During the tour from the airport to the city guides will tell many facts of the country. Getting to the capital there is going to be an inquiry of sightseeing like Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic. Then on a car for rent we drive in 45km from the city and find Ala Archa gorge. Here we are going to immerse in nature as well as walk along picturesque landscapes. The night will be made in the hotel.
Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Issyk Kul northern shore
For getting more emotions it is required to get up early for all to travel to Issyk Kul Lake. This lake is located in the very center, in the heart of mountains. At the height of 1608m above sea level it is considered to be "the pearl of Central Asia". As water here is salty, lake never freezes, even in winter. At the same time the route is oriented on seeing of the Burana Tower and open air museum of Balbals. These monuments were created in the 11th century. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 3: Issyk Kul Lake - Kochkor
Issyk Kul - this sightseeing we are going to investigate today. For now it is known as "the pearl of Central Asia" at the height of 1608m above sea level, which is 180 km long and 60 km wide. For about 1500 years locals considered it to be sacred. At the same time around it there are sites with ancient stone inscriptions and petroglyphs, all of which were created about 2000 years ago by shamans of those times. Then the route goes along Kochkor village. The visiting of it guests have a chance to communicate with the locals. Here they are able to create handmade carpets, as well as decorate clothes and things. Pay your attention to a small handicraft museum. Night will be made in the home of the locals.
Day 4: Kochkor - Son Kul Lake
Son Kul Lake is the site our group will visit today. It is identified as the largest lake in the mountains. Due to the mountain location it may be difficult to travel here in some seasons of the year. That is why when you see the chance to get to the lake at the altitude of 3013m above sea level, use it! These pastures are famous among the local herders who come here with their cattle. At the same time during the tour it is possible to go for a walk along the valleys, make picnics here. Unfortunately it is always cool here, that is why swimming is impossible. But guests are able to take a boat and make a journey along the lake. Night and dinner will be organized in yurts for all to feel nomadic past.
Day 5: Son Kul Lake - Kazarman
We consider Kyrgyzstan as the perfect country for those who want to see the mountains closer. That is why our country is known to have about 93% of mountain territory. The destination of today is Kazarman village. It is one of the most distant sites in the country. The route to it is made along remarkable mountains, gorges and just incredible nature. On getting to the village, guests can have a walk along the valleys. Night and dinner will be made in the stay of the locals.
Day 6: Kazarman - Arslanbob
From the village guests are awaited for a long way. We start at 8am and drive to Arslanbob. During the way groups will have photo stops. During the tour the group will be offered national drink Kumis. And on getting to the forest we are able to wander about the territory which gives about 1500 tons of walnuts to the entire world. Night will be made in the stay of the locals.
Day 7: Arslanbob - Uzgen - Osh
The day will be made in the tour to Osh, the southern capital of the country. And along the way we make a visit of Djalal Abad town and one of the most peculiar monument here, Uzgen Tower. It was created in the 11th century. At this territory we see mausoleums where leaders are buried. Then we get to Osh and see the Suleiman Mountain in the very center of the city. It is one of the most famous sites among the Muslims who come to pray. Also it is famous for the legend which tells us of biblical prophet Solomon (Suleiman, in the Koran). He is said to be here and then buried at the foot of it. Night will be made in the hotel.
Day 8: Airport
Morning transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter
