Kyrgyzstan & Kazakhstan
€ 900 EURO
31 May - 8 June 2025
Day 1: Welcome Kyrgyzstan
As your plane lands, your driver will wait for you at the Bishkek airport and take you to the hotel. The tour guide will take you to a Welcome Dinner for you to get to know the fellow women travellers on your trip.
Day 2: Capital Bishkek
After breakfast, you will visit Ala Archa National Park, located in the Tien Shan mountains, around 30km to the south of the city. After lunch you will continue exploring Bishkek's iconic locations such as Bishkek Central Mosque, the famous Osh Bazaar and the Victory Square.
Day 3: Journey East (Kochkor)
After breakfast we’ll drive to the town of Kochkor. En route we’ll stop in Burana tower. Burana’s 11th-century minaret is the only remaining building from the ancient city of Balasagun, once the capital of the mighty Karakhanid empire. Upon arrival in Kochkor we will see how a traditional Kygryz felt carpets (shyrdak) are made. You will spend the night in Kochkor.
Day 4: Kyzyl Tuu
After breakfast you will drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Our next stop is in the village of Kyzyl Tuu, where we will meet a yurt maker and who will teach you the art of building this traditional nomadic dwelling. You will also have a session of trying on traditional Kyrgyz dresses. By the evening we will settle into a yurt camp in the Village where we will spend the night.
Day 5: Skazka Canyon and Chong Kyzyl Suu Gorge - Karakol
You will drive to Skazka Canyon known for its mountain figures carved into the red sandstone over millennia by wind and water. Today you will have the chance to enjoy a horse riding session across the mountain range. Then drive to the Chong Kuzyl Suu Gorge for an optional swimming in the hot water springs. You will learn the tradition method of archery and experience an eagle show. Settle in to Kyrgyzstan’s fourth largest city of Karakol for an overnight stay.
Day 6: Crossing the Kazakh Border
Once you cross the border, you will visit the Kayindi Lake, situated among the magnificent pine forest at an altitude of 2000 metres above sea level. I
Stay overnight in the guest house in Saty Village.
Day 7: Saty village - Charyn Canyons – Almaty
Drive to Charyn Canyons, located 195 km east of Almaty, near border with China. The canyon is a natural monument consisting of sedimentary rocks formed 12 million years ago. Head to Kazakh capital Almaty for an overnight stay.
Day 8: Almaty City Tour
You will dedicate the whole day on exploring this magnificent capital city attending mosques, museum and parks.
Day 9: Farewell Kazakhstan
The driver will take you to the Almaty Airport to catch your flight home. Hope to see you soon!
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WHAT'S INCLUDED?
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All activities mentioned on the itinerary above
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Max 12 women travelers per group
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All breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
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Stay in hand-picked hotel/camp
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Exclusively for women
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Private Minibus​​​
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Arrival/Departure Airport Transfer
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Accommodation in twin rooms: prices are based on sharing a twin room (i.e. two travelers sharing a hotel room). However occasionally there is an option to have your own room for higher price - please let us know your preference.
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Experienced tour Leader with you throughout the trip to guide you.
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
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Flights to and from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan are not included.
Travelers must provide evidence that they have purchased travel insurance for the duration of their adventure.​
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Questions & Answers
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Question: at what time should travelers arrive to Bishkek Airport on Day 1?
Answer: travelers are expected to arrive after 2pm on Day 1.
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Question: at what time should travelers should begin to check out of hotel on last day?
Answer: travelers should be departing after breakfast as the hotel check out is at 12 midday.