Arrive at any time.
Day 1 Almaty
Take a city tour of Almaty including the historical centre, the Zenkov Cathedral and the Monument of Independence. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore. Opt to climb green hill for a panoramic view or visit the local market.
Day 2 Almaty (1B)
Drive via scenic Charyn Canyon to take in more of the Kazakh landscape. Reach the border and cross into Kyrgyzstan. Enjoy an evening in Karakol.
Day 3 Almaty/Karakol (1B)
Visit the Prejevalskiy Museum then drive to Barskoon Village and visit the Ak Orgo Workshop. Try out a traditional meal for lunch and learn how to build a yurt. Continue on to Bokonbayevo but first stop for a quick dip in the lake while en route.
Day 4 Karakol/Bokonbayevo (1B, 1L, 1D)
Drive to Kochkor and visit a felt-making workshop to learn more about this typical Kyrgyz craft. Opt to pick up a carpet or two. After lunch, continue on to the scenic Song Kul area and stay overnight in a traditional yurt for a true cultural experience.
Day 5 Bokonbayevo/Song Köl (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend a full day soaking in this beautiful area. Opt to head out for some hiking or horseback riding. Enjoy another night in a yurt.
Day 6 Song Kul (1B, 1L, 1D)
Continue on into the scenic valley of Chong-Kemin. Stay in the local CBT (community based tourism) houses and explore the village. Soak in the stunning scenery.
Day 7 Song Kul/Chong-Kemin (1B, 1D)
Depart Chong-Kemin and stop at one of Kyrgyzstan's oldest sights, the Burana Tower. Learn more about the ancient structure (rare in a nomadic culture) before continuing on to the capital city of Bishkek for an afternoon city tour.
Day 8 Chong-Kemin/Bishkek (1B, 1L)
Depart at any time.
Day 9 Bishkek (1B)
Day 1 Almaty
Take a city tour of Almaty including the historical centre, the Zenkov Cathedral and the Monument of Independence. Enjoy a free afternoon to explore. Opt to climb green hill for a panoramic view or visit the local market.
Day 2 Almaty (1B)
Drive via scenic Charyn Canyon to take in more of the Kazakh landscape. Reach the border and cross into Kyrgyzstan. Enjoy an evening in Karakol.
Day 3 Almaty/Karakol (1B)
Visit the Prejevalskiy Museum then drive to Barskoon Village and visit the Ak Orgo Workshop. Try out a traditional meal for lunch and learn how to build a yurt. Continue on to Bokonbayevo but first stop for a quick dip in the lake while en route.
Day 4 Karakol/Bokonbayevo (1B, 1L, 1D)
Drive to Kochkor and visit a felt-making workshop to learn more about this typical Kyrgyz craft. Opt to pick up a carpet or two. After lunch, continue on to the scenic Song Kul area and stay overnight in a traditional yurt for a true cultural experience.
Day 5 Bokonbayevo/Song Köl (1B, 1L, 1D)
Spend a full day soaking in this beautiful area. Opt to head out for some hiking or horseback riding. Enjoy another night in a yurt.
Day 6 Song Kul (1B, 1L, 1D)
Continue on into the scenic valley of Chong-Kemin. Stay in the local CBT (community based tourism) houses and explore the village. Soak in the stunning scenery.
Day 7 Song Kul/Chong-Kemin (1B, 1D)
Depart Chong-Kemin and stop at one of Kyrgyzstan's oldest sights, the Burana Tower. Learn more about the ancient structure (rare in a nomadic culture) before continuing on to the capital city of Bishkek for an afternoon city tour.
Day 8 Chong-Kemin/Bishkek (1B, 1L)
Depart at any time.
Day 9 Bishkek (1B)
- Local Living: Yurt Building Demonstration, Barskoon Local Living: Overnight in a Yurt, Song Köl Local Living: CBT Homestay, Chong-Kemin
- City tour (Almaty)
- Charyn Canyon stop
- Karakol city tour (half-day)
- Yurt building presentation (Ak Orgo)
- Felt-making workshop visit
- Community-based tourism (CBT) stay
- Burana Tower visit
- Half-day city tour (Bishkek)
- Transport to/from all included activities and between destinations
- 8 breakfasts
- 4 lunches
- 4 dinners
Prices based on accommodation only basis,
Packages with flights, car hire or transfers are available. All prices and details are subject to change and availability. Terms and conditions apply.
Prices start from £2,499
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Holiday Name : Best of Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan
Reference : GAH
Reference : GAH
