Family tour 2
Time: 6 days
Target: Kyrgyzstan
Highpoints: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Burana - Issyk Kul - Karakol - Jeti Oguz - Kochkor - Bishkek
Day 1: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
When you travel in Kyrgyzstan, your driver will wait for you at Manas International Airport and then accompany to the capital of Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek city (30 minutes from the airport). You will visit wonderful resting places with your family. Today's tour will start by visiting the natural park - Ala Archa gorge. The distance is just 45 km form the city). It is important to note that the Ala Archa gorge is situated on a spur of the Tien Shan mountain range. You will enjoy by nature and evergreen forests. You can also have a short hiking trip and then make a picnic. In the afternoon you will have a guided tour of Bishkek which include visiting Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic and others. Overnight will be in a hotel.
Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Issyk Kul northern shore
During this Family tour 2 you will meet locals and communicate with them. Having a hearty breakfast at 8 am your driver will transfer you to Issyk Kul Lake. On the way you will be impressed by wonderful nature and get inspiration of celestial mountains. It is important to note that Son Kul lake is considered to be the second largest alpine lake in the world of 1608 m above sea level. The lake is rather salty and thus it never freezes. Also you can heal your health by swimming there. Then we will visit the Burana Tower which appeared in the 11th century. There is also open air museum of Balbals (stone warriors). We will continue our route to the Cholpon Ata city and visit local ethnography museum. You will spend the night in a hotel.
Day 3: Issyk Kul lake - Karakol
In the morning we will drive to Karakol city. We have no doubt you will like this city in your tours. On your route we will have the opportunity to see ancient stone inscriptions which were made by shamans in 800 BC. They are about 2000 years old. We will continue our route to Karakol city and visit the famous Dungan mosque. It is important to note that this mosque was built without any metal nails. We are sure you like its Chinese style. Then we will visit an old wooden Orthodox Church. Travelling in Kyrgyzstan will not leave you indifferent due to unique sites! The night will be spent in a guesthouse.
Day 4: Karakol - Jeti Oguz - Issyk Kul southern shore - Kochkor
During this Family tour 2 you will meet locals and communicate with them. We are going to start our today's tour of visiting Jeti Oguz gorge. Travelling there you will find wonderful red rocks formations which are situated in a row. In addition there is the famous Broken Heart Mountain which will inspire you. Walking among beautiful gorge you will see one of the best panoramic views. We are sure you will be amazed. Then we will continue our trip, to Bokonbaeva village and meet a local eagle-hunter or berkutchi. He will share some necessary information about eagles and let you take photos with them. Today you will spend the comfortable night in a homestay.
Day 5: Kochkor - Bishkek
Today you will learn how to make Kyrgyz national felt carpets. Being acquainted with local families you will get to know some secrets of perfect carpets. In addition you will make your own carpet and get inspiration of it! It is important to note that Kyrgyz carpets are very beautiful and may serve for about 40 years. After that we will visit a small handicraft museum and find ancient attributes as silver decorations, coats made of wolves, horse saddle decorations, carpets and many more. In the end of the day we will return to Bishkek city and spend the night in a hotel.
Day 6: Bishkek - Airport
Morning transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-06 pax - Mercedes Sprinter
Price per person:
02 pax - 720 $
04 pax - 465 $
06 pax - 375 $
Single - 90 $
Early check-in - 35 $
Single early check-in - 60 $
Half board - 75 $
Full board - 150 $
English speaking guide - 390 $ per group
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
Issyk Kul - "Karven" Hotel 4*
Karakol - "Karagat" Hotel 4* or "Green Yard" Guesthouse
Kochkor - Homestay
- Museum admissions
- Provision of mineral water
Service does not include:
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide