8 days tour 10

Day 1: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
Any tour is created according to the views of the guests, that is why for the trip to be perfect it is better contact the managers. When we have the tour with guests coming from other countries to see Kyrgyzstan, they are met in Manas International Airport. Then goes the way to Bishkek and the wandering along its places to see, like Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic. But just in 45km from the city we can find Ala Archa gorge. It is located at the very Tien Shan mountain range, serving to be the Natural Park. Today it is a perfect destination for vaulting along the hills or walking along the paths. But in the times of the Soviet Union it was prohibited. Then all return to Bishkek for the night in the hotel.

Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Issyk Kul northern shore
Foreigners usually know a little Issyk Kul Lake. It is well-known as "the pearl of Central Asia". At the same time as it is located in the very moutains, it can really be seen to be surrounded by them. It is located at the height of 1608m and shows being salty. In the past times it is supposed not to exist as at this territory used to be the city, and then destroyed by an earthquake. Also the coming territory is presented by Burana Tower. This minaret started to exist in the 11^th century. And for the protection the ancient people put the warriors, balbals. Then the night will be in the hotel.

Day 3: Issyk Kul Lake - Kochkor
Issyk Kul lake is sacred pond for more than 1500 years. It seems to be 180km long and 60km wide. Water here is salty, and being here in winter guests can notice it not to freeze. Being ikn the tour here on cars rented, foreigners usually have sunbathes, go swimming into the lake, as well as start hiking along the mountains. But then the trip goes to see the locations of the ancient stone inscriptions. These are basically located in the same region but in Cholpon Ata. These writings tend to be 800BC. Moreover, there are depictions of the past times of the people, and these can be seen on petroglyphs, made by shamans 2000 years ago. Later the tour is made to Kochkor village. It is one of the most important sites to visit in the country, as here people can show the art of carpets producing. Make a visit of a small handicraft museum of the village also. The people can likewise create amazing decoration. Night and dinner is given in the local dwelling. 

Day 4: Kochkor - Son Kul Lake
Happy to show the other amazing lake of Kyrgyzstan, located at 3013m. This is Son Kul Lake. The lake is found at the heights, so makes impossible swimming in it. Being at such altitudes means to feel cold temperatures, as getting higher into the mountains, it becomes colder actually. And here we are able to take the boat for a journey along the lake. There are nomads here coming with the cattle to breed, and this is an amazing chance to talk to local dwellers! Here all are going to wander along the natural territory, so for the opportunity to spend the night and dinner in yurts then.

Day 5: Son Kul Lake - Kazarman
About 93% of the country is covered with the mountains, and today we travel to the most distant Kazarman village located far in the mountains. The very road is made along the mountains, where we can see cultures and traditions of the local people. Fabulous gorges can be captured during the tour to the village. And then reaching it night and dinner will be offered in the local stay of this distant village.

Day 6: Kazarman - Arslanbob
For now the way is made from the very distant village to the Arslanbob walnut forest. As we are going from high mountains, the tour should begin at 8 am. Then along the way guests are able to try traditional drink of the Kyrgyz people Kumis. Then as getting to the forest we are able to make sure that it is great and gives about 1500 tons of nuts. So it is one of the largest forests exporting walnuts. Night will be made in the stay of the locals.

Day 7: Arslanbob - Uzgen - Osh
Today we are going to cover the territory of Kyrgyzstan going to the south, with making a stop at Djalal Abad town. It is popular for Uzgen Tower, created by Karakhanids in the 11^th century. At the same time there are mausoleums for bury of leaders. Then in Osh city the way is made to the center of the city, right to Suleiman Mountain. It is famous for being the main pilgrimage location. Here many Muslims come to pray. At the same time it is connected with a legend, telling that biblical prophet Solomon (Suleiman, in the Koran) used to be buried in 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

 

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