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Mountain Kingdoms of Kyrgyzstan [INOOW] |
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Starting rate per person based
on two people sharing. Single room rate on request. Please refer to the box to the left for approximate currency
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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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| Overview |
Rugged and spectacular, Kyrgystan is a land rich with scenic mountain passes, vast nomadic traditions and laid-back hospitality. From Tashkent, travel through the lush Ferghana Valley to Osh, one of Central Asia's oldest market towns. From the glassy Lake Issyk-Kul, the rugged Tian Shan Mountains and the spectacular glacier studded Ala Archa Canyon, discover places of immense natural beauty. Make friends with locals as you camp along shepherds, sleep in a local yurt and call into small towns off the tourist track on this journey to the capital Bishkek. Join us for an adventure into one of the world's most stunning, wild and welcoming nations, as we travel overland through the Mountain Kingdoms of Kyrgyzstan.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Starting rate per person based
on two people sharing. Single room rate on request. Please refer to the box to the left for approximate currency
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This tour is billed in Canadian Dollars. |
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16 days |
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ex Tashkent
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Maximum of 19 travellers per group |
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Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan |
Detailed Itinerary
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| Overview |
Rugged and spectacular, Kyrgystan is a land rich with scenic mountain passes, vast nomadic traditions and laid-back hospitality. From Tashkent, travel through the lush Ferghana Valley to Osh, one of Central Asia's oldest market towns. From the glassy Lake Issyk-Kul, the rugged Tian Shan Mountains and the spectacular glacier studded Ala Archa Canyon, discover places of immense natural beauty. Make friends with locals as you camp along shepherds, sleep in a local yurt and call into small towns off the tourist track on this journey to the capital Bishkek. Join us for an adventure into one of the world's most stunning, wild and welcoming nations, as we travel overland through the Mountain Kingdoms of Kyrgyzstan.
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The traveller may be required to pay the tour leader a small "tour kitty" to cover local expenses. This may or may not apply to this tour. Call if you have questions. |
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Wander the wide streets of Bishkek, Hike through picturesque Ala-Archa Canyon, Camp by the serene shores of Issyk-Kul Lake, Soak up the charming atmosphere of Karakol, Go hiking in Djety Oguz Valley., Stay in a yurt with a nomadic family, Admire the imposing Kyrgyzstan mountains, Shop for Soviet memorabilia in Tashkent |
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- Hotel (4 nts), Camping (with facilities) (3 nts), Bush camp (no facilities) (3 nts), Homestay (2 nts), Yurt (2 nts), Guesthouse (1 nt)
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Day 1 TashkentWelcome to Uzbekistan. Explore the streets of Tashkent and perhaps pay a visit to the lively Chorsu Bazaar. Days 2-3 Zhabagly-Aksu National ParkMake tracks into Kazakhstan and enjoy a night with a local family in Zhabagly before exploring the grasslands of Asku National Park. Kazakhstan's oldest national park is a scenic wonderland full of mountain lakes, rivers and glaciers, plus all sorts of unusual flora and fauna. Day 4 BishkekSoak up the relaxed charm of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan's capital. Wander through its wide streets and admire its wealth of handsome houses. Days 5-6 Chong Kemin National ParkSet off on a leisurely hike along Chong Kemin River - or if feeling adventurous, perhaps tackle one of the tough 4000 m passes. Day 7 Cholpon Ata/Issyk-kul LakeHead to Cholpon Ata, nestled on the shores of the vast and beautiful Issyk-Kul Lake. Day 8 KarakolDiscover the remote, picturesque town of Karakol, complete with quaint tree-lined streets and colonial houses. Days 9-10 Djety Oguz ValleyAdmire the lofty sandstone cliffs in Djety Oguz Valley. Day 11 KochkorMingle with friendly locals and relish Kyrgyz hospitality while enjoying a homestay in Kochkor. Days 12-13 Song-Kol LakeSpend the night in a yurt near Song-Kol Lake and join in a game of ulak-tartysh. Day 14 Bush CampMake tracks back to Bishkek, stopping to camp in the wilderness overnight. Days 15-16 BishkekRelax on the final days in Bishek. Why not stroll through the city's markets and haggle for bargains. Alternatively, relaxing in an Oak Park cafe and reflecting on the adventure is another good option!
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