Tour in Kyrgyzstan: Tour 4
Destination: Kyrgyzstan
Duration: 5 days
Places to visit: Torugart - Tash Rabat - Kichi Naryn - Kochkor - Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
Day 1: Torugart - Tash Rabat
Upon arrival you will start the tour after crossing the Chinese-Kyrgyz border at 12 o'clock. Guide will transfer you to the exceptional building that can be found on the Great Silk Road in the heart of Tian Shan Mountains. The Tash Rabat Caravanserai is also known as the Stone Castle of the 14th century that was erected on the altitude of 3200 meters above sea level by using the stone blocks with walls 1 m thick. Here you will explore 31 rooms in the mountain as well as the underground prison cells that were used to imprison thieves in ancient times. The night will be spent in yurts near Tash Rabat Caravanserai.
Day 2: Tash Rabat - Kichi Naryn - Kochkor
Today you will travel to Kochkor village. The road to it will go through the famous for its beauty, Kichi Naryn gorge. You will drive via mountain pass that is 3 000 meters high. Upon arrival to Kochkor village you will be met by the local family that will show you the way of making national felt carpets. In course of the tours here you will have an opportunity to create your own carpet together with them. After it you will have an excursion in a small handicraft museum where the exhibits of silver decorations, coats made of wool, horse saddle decorations, carpets and many other things can be seen. Night will be in a home stay.
Day 3: Kochkor - Bishkek
Today you will head on to the capital of Kyrgyzstan. On the way you will have a break to explore the famous Burana Tower. The sights is known as the minaret that was built in the 11th century. Burana Tower was used during the Great Silk Road as a sign for travelers that there was a city to have a rest. Then you will explore an open air museum of Balbals (stone warriors) that can be found near the tower. These grave stones that look like warriors - they were made in honor of brave soldiers that died for their Motherland. After it you will continue your drive to Bishkek city where you will have a guided city tour. You will see Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic, and many others sights. Night is in a hotel.
Day 4: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
You will be transferred to National Park Ala Archa gorge that in the USSR time only V.I.P. people had permission to enjoy this magnificent beauty. This site can be found on the spur of Tien Shan Mountain range and 45 km from Bishkek. You will have a hiking tour to enjoy the great view of the gorge. After it you will have time to visit Asian Bazaar. By travelling here you will have an opportunity to take a lot of vibrant photos bustling local life. Here you will enjoy a lot of interesting goods. Night is in a hotel.
Day 5: Airport
In the morning is transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter
Price per person:
02 pax - 670 $
04 pax - 400 $
06 pax - 305 $
08 pax - 255 $
10 pax - 225 $
Single - 55 $
Half board - 55 $
Full board - 110 $
English speaking guide - 380 $ per group
To be 2 in a yurt (now 4 in 1) - 15 $ per person
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Tash Rabat - Yurts (4 pax in 1)
Kochkor - Homestay
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
- Entrances to all museums
- Mineral water during the tour
Service does not include:
- Visa
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Travel insurance
- English speaking guide