Highlights of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan


Overview
Highlights
- Learn about the diverse cultures of central asia
- Soak in the breathtaking mountain scenery
- Connect with the locals during yurt and village guesthouse stays
- Wander the soviet streets of bishkek
- Take in the beauty of song kul lake and kaindy lake
- Trek to the sunken forest
- Learn how yurts are built
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Activities
Trip includes
- Your G for Good Moment: Yurt Building Demonstration
- BarskoonYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- BishkekYour Local Living Moment: Overnight in a Yurt
- Song KölYour Local Living Moment: Tamga Village Stay
- Tamga
- Half-day city tour (Bishkek)
- Burana Tower visit
- Felt-making workshop visit
- Karakol city tour (half-day)
- Nikolai Przhevalsky Museum
- Saty Village stay
- Kaindy Lake and sunken forest exploration
- Charyn Canyon stop
- City tour (Almaty)
- Transport to/from all included activities and between destinations
Itinerary

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Welcome to Kyrgyzstan's artsy capital and cultural hub, situated at the base of the Tian Shan mountain range. There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting, so get out there and explore!
After breakfast, embark on a city tour of Bishkek before travelling to the serenity of Chong-Kemin Valley. Along the way, stop at one of Kyrgyzstan's oldest sights, the Burana Tower and learn about this ancient structure, rare in nomadic culture. Tonight, stay in a co...
In the morning, opt for a hike to the nearby mountains or explore the famous gorges of Chong-Kemin. After lunch, enjoy the scenic drive along the Kalmak-Ashuu mountain pass to Song Kul Lake. Immerse yourself in Kyrgyz culture with an overnight stay in a traditional yu...
Spend the morning soaking in all the beauty of Song Kul Lake before departing for Kochkor to learn the importance of felt-making to Kyrgyz culture and local artisans. Learn the craft during a hands-on workshop creating a small version of the traditional carpet known a...
Enjoy a free morning getting to know this isolated village. Transfer to Ak-Orgo Workshop Centre to observe how traditional yurts are built and learn about the importance of this Kyrgyz craft. After Lunch at Ak Orgoo, drive to Kyrgyzstan's 4th largest city - Karakol. S...
After breakfast take a short drive to Jety-Oguz Gorge, located in the footsteps of Terskey Ala-Too Mountains, and visit famous unique red rock formations called “Broken Heart and “Seven Bulls”. Then, hike to the valley of wildflowers and reach a stunning view point ov...
Cross the border into Kazakhstan on the journey to Saty Village, part of the Kolsay Lakes National Park. On arrival, jump in a Russian 4x4 for the ride to Kaindy Lake, then embark on a trek to explore the sunken forest. Soak in the bright hues and marvel at the eerie sight of submerged trees. Spend the night in a homestay and indulge in traditional Kazakh meals for a true Kazakh experience.
Depart early this morning for Almaty, the former Kazakh capital, stopping along the way to marvel at Charyn Canyon. Boasting stunning shades of red, orange, and brown, the Charyn Canyon is a natural wonder comparable in beauty to the Grand Canyon. On arrive in Almaty,...
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