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ESSENTIALS OF KYRGYZSTAN

7 days / 6 nights

This 7-day program in Kyrgyzstan is a condensed version of the country in all its aspects: from Bishkek, the
capital, to several towns along the country’s largest lake, Lake Issyk-Kul: Karakol, Tamga and Bokonbayevo.
This tour guarantees an intense and colorful journey!

B Chon-K Karakolarakol
Bishkekishkek
K
Chon-Keminemin
T
Tamgaamga
B
Bokonbayevookonbayevo

Day 1 BISHKEK Day 5 TAMGA - BOKONBAYEVO
Our representative meets you at the airport, Depart to Bokonbayevo, meeting with an eagle
transfers you to your hotel and settles you in. Visit hunter. Eagle hunting is one of the ancient traditions
the city, Ala-Too central square with its monuments of the nomads. On the way, visit the Skazka canyons,
(Statue of Manas, Government House, Statue of which translate into Russian as “fairy tale”. Arrive at
Lenin...). Discover the Osh bazaar. Bokonbayevo, and a half-day hike to enjoy the views
of Lake Issyk Kul and the surrounding canyons.
Day 2 BICHKEK - BOURANA - ISKRA VILLAGE - CHON KEMIN
Visit the Buran Tower, a historic monument and Day 6 BOKONBAYEVO - BISHKEK
large minaret located to the east of the capital Road to Bishkek. On the way, stop in the village
Bishkek. Stop by the village of Iskra, then on to the of Kyzyl Tou, where a local family will reveal the
Chon Kemin valley. secrets of yurt production. Upon arrival in Bishkek,
stroll through the local market.
Day 3 CHON KEMIN - KARAKOL
Visit the Grigorevka and Semyonovka gorges and Day 7 BISHKEK - DEPART
take a walk to enjoy nature. Upon arrival in Karakol,
visit the Orthodox church dedicated to the Holy
Trinity and the Doungane mosque.

Day 4 KARAKOL - TAMGA
Explore the Jeti Oguz Gorge. The name of the gorge
means “seven bulls” in Kyrgyz, as there are seven
giant red-brown rocks. Then on to the Barskoon
Gorge, famous for its waterfalls. The Last stop of the
day is at Tamga.