8 Days Kyrgyzstan & Kazakhstan Adventure Tour
- 8 days, 7 nights
- Free enquiry, no obligation
- Planned by a dedicated travel specialist
- 24/7 emergency support while you travel
Tour overview
- Duration
- 8 days, 7 nights
- 8 destinations
- Bishkek, Issyk-Kul, Jeti Oguz Gorge +5 more
- Tour type
- Private Tour
Explore the highlights of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan on this 8 days travel through mountain landscapes, lakes, canyons, and historic Silk Road sites. Begin in Almaty before travelling to Charyn Canyon, Saty Village, and Lake Kaindy, then cross into Kyrgyzstan to visit Karakol, Jeti-Oguz Gorge, Issyk-Kul Lake, Chon-Kemin Valley, Burana Tower, and Bishkek. The itinerary combines sightseeing, light outdoor activities, and cultural experiences while staying in hotels, guesthouses, and a traditional homestay.
Throughout the journey, enjoy guided sightseeing, horseback riding in Chon-Kemin Valley, an eagle hunting demonstration in Bokonbaeva, and visits to historical landmarks including Burana Tower, the Dungan Mosque, the Wooden Orthodox Church, and the Przhevalsky Museum. Lunches and dinners included in the itinerary allow you to experience local cuisine while travelling through both countries.
Tour highlights
Visit Historic Landmarks Explore Burana Tower, Przhevalsky Museum, Dungan Mosque, Wooden Orthodox Church, and Bishkek's city landmarks.
Explore Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Visit Charyn Canyon, Lake Kaindy, Issyk-Kul Lake, Jeti-Oguz Gorge, and Chon-Kemin Valley in one journey.
Experience Nomadic Traditions Meet a local eagle hunter, enjoy a horse game show, and stay in traditional local accommodations.
Enjoy Outdoor Activities Travel by UAZ vehicle, hike through canyons and mountain landscapes, and experience horseback riding in Chon-Kemin Valley.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Almaty, Kazakhstan
Highlights: Almaty International Airport, Hotel Check-in, Welcome Dinner, Tour Briefing
- Upon arrival at Almaty International Airport, meet your English-speaking guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner while your guide provides a briefing about the journey ahead. After dinner, spend the rest of the evening at leisure before your overnight stay in Almaty.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Saty Village
Highlights: Charyn Canyon, Valley of Castles, Ancient Ash Tree Grove, Guided Hike, Saty Village
- After breakfast, depart Almaty and travel approximately 229 km (3 to 4 hours) to Charyn Canyon. Explore the Valley of Castles and visit the ancient ash tree grove before enjoying a picnic lunch. Continue with a guided hike through the canyon before travelling to Saty Village, located near the Kolsay Lakes. Upon arrival, check in to a traditional homestay, enjoy dinner, and stay overnight in Saty Village.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Saty Village – Lake Kaindy – Karakol
Highlights: Lake Kaindy, UAZ Off Road Ride, Kazakhstan–Kyrgyzstan Border, Karkyra Valley, Przhevalsky Museum, Dungan Mosque
- After breakfast, drive for approximately one hour to Lake Kaindy. Continue by UAZ off road vehicle before taking a 30 to 40-minute hike to the lake. Lunch will be served as packed lunch boxes or at a local guesthouse. Afterwards, continue to the Kazakhstan–Kyrgyzstan border where you will meet your Kyrgyz driver and guide before travelling through Karkyra Valley to Karakol. Upon arrival, visit the Przhevalsky Museum, the Wooden Orthodox Church, and the Dungan Mosque, which is built in traditional Chinese style. Enjoy dinner at a local café before checking in to your guesthouse for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Karakol – Jeti-Oguz Gorge – Bokonbaeva
Highlights: Jeti-Oguz Gorge, Panoramic Viewpoint, Issyk-Kul Lake, Bokonbaeva Village, Eagle Hunting Demonstration
- After breakfast, leave Karakol and travel to Jeti-Oguz Gorge, where you'll hike to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the surrounding landscape. Continue along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake before arriving in Bokonbaeva Village to meet a local eagle hunter and learn about traditional eagle hunting practices. After the demonstration, check in to your guesthouse, enjoy dinner, and stay overnight in Bokonbaeva.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5
Bokonbaeva – Kok Moinok Canyon – Chon-Kemin Valley
Highlights: Boom Gorge, Kok Moinok Canyon, Chon-Kemin Valley, Horseback Riding
- After breakfast, depart Bokonbaeva and travel towards Chon-Kemin Valley, with a stop at Boom Gorge for lunch. Continue to Kok Moinok Canyon, where you'll enjoy approximately a one-hour hike through the canyon. Afterwards, proceed to Chon-Kemin Valley and experience a one-hour horseback ride while taking in the surrounding countryside. Following the activity, check in to your guesthouse, enjoy dinner, and stay overnight in Chon-Kemin Valley.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Chon-Kemin Valley – Burana Tower – Bishkek
Highlights: Burana Tower, Chuy Valley, Bishkek City Tour, Ala-Too Square, Oak Park, Victory Monument
- After breakfast, depart Chon-Kemin Valley and drive to Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. Along the way, visit Burana Tower, a 10th-century minaret and an important monument along the ancient Silk Road, where you'll learn about its historical significance and enjoy views of the surrounding Chuy Valley. Continue to Bishkek for lunch before joining a city tour that includes Ala-Too Square, Oak Park, and the Victory Monument. Dinner is included before checking in to your hotel for an overnight stay in Bishkek.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Bishkek – Almaty
Highlights: Kazakhstan–Kyrgyzstan Border Crossing, Almaty, City Tour, Shopping & Souvenirs
- After breakfast, depart Bishkek and travel approximately 3 to 4 hours to Almaty. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel before enjoying a short city tour featuring places not visited earlier or spend some free time shopping for souvenirs at your own pace. Return to your hotel for your final overnight stay in Almaty.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 8
Almaty – Departure
Highlights: Hotel Check-out, Airport Transfer, Departure
- After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to Almaty International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 8 days Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan adventure.
Meals: Breakfast
Route & map
This tour takes you through Bishkek, Issyk-Kul, Jeti Oguz Gorge, Karakol, Kaiyndy Lake, Saty Village, Charyn Canyon, and Almaty in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan. Tap a stop to see it on the map, with a short guide and live weather.
- Issyk-Kul
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- Jeti Oguz Gorge
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- Karakol
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- Kaiyndy Lake
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- Saty Village
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- Charyn Canyon
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- Almaty (End)
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What's included
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Transfers
- Sightseeing
- Tour Guide
- Entry Fees
Included
- Accommodation throughout the tour, including hotels in Almaty and Bishkek, a traditional homestay, and local guesthouses
- Daily breakfastLunches and dinners during the trip
- English-speaking guide
- All transportation mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to the attractions and sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Eagle hunting demonstrationHorse game show
- Horseback riding experience
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
Not included
- International flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Visa fees, if applicable (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Single supplement (available at an additional charge and not available in some locations)
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Optional activities
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- Other services not mentioned in the Package Inclusions
- Sequences of sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, tour operating schedules, or operational requirements while maintaining all included experiences where possible
- Please note that no bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking
Tour prices
| Hotel | Room | Per person | Single add-on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-star | Twin sharing (2 pax) | SGD 2,865 | — |
Twin sharing is per person for two in one room. Single add-on is the extra per-person rate for a third guest sharing the same twin room. For other options, email us.
Make this trip your own
Change hotels, add nights or travel on your own dates. A travel specialist will put together a quote for you.
Frequently asked questions
What is included?
- Accommodation throughout the tour, including hotels in Almaty and Bishkek, a traditional homestay, and local guesthouses
- Daily breakfastLunches and dinners during the trip
- English-speaking guide
- All transportation mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees to the attractions and sites mentioned in the itinerary
- Eagle hunting demonstrationHorse game show
- Horseback riding experience
- 24-hour phone support throughout the tour
What is not included?
- International flights (Reach out to us separately if you would like to add flights)
- Visa fees, if applicable (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance regarding visa arrangements)
- Travel insurance (Reach out to us separately if you would like assistance with travel insurance options.)
- Single supplement (available at an additional charge and not available in some locations)
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Optional activities
- Costs due to traffic delays, strikes, bad weather, aircraft or mechanical failures, flight cancellations or schedule changes, and force majeure events
- Other services not mentioned in the Package Inclusions
- Sequences of sightseeing may be adjusted due to weather conditions, local regulations, tour operating schedules, or operational requirements while maintaining all included experiences where possible
- Please note that no bookings have been made for this package. Availability and pricing remain subject to confirmation at the time of booking
How long is the tour?
8D | 7N
How many days is the itinerary?
8 days
How do prices work?
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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