Join our 7-day Kyrgyzstan Group Tour and discover the world of nomadic culture! This journey is more than just a trip – it's a chance to feel the spirit of the Tien Shan Mountains, explore time-honored nomadic traditions, and encounter rare historical monuments dating back to the era of the Silk Road. You’ll experience fascinating rituals, hands-on craft workshops, golden eagle hunting demonstrations, and the unforgettable atmosphere of yurt camps.
Your adventure begins in Bishkek and takes you to the alpine lake of Son-Kul – a breathtaking highland haven for nomads – then continues to the legendary Tash-Rabat caravanserai, along the southern shore of the vast Issyk-Kul Lake, and through the vibrant sights of Karakol. The tour reaches its peak in the stunning Karkyra Gorge and concludes with a visit to the Museum of Nomadic Civilizations.
Check out the detailed itinerary of the 7-day Kyrgyzstan Group Tour and start preparing for an unforgettable adventure!
Tour itinerary:
Meeting in Bishkek. Beginning of the expedition. We start our journey from the city streets, where modernity gradually gives way to endless mountain expanses and peaks. We go with you to the Naryn region, one of the highest and most authentic regions of the land of nomads. And already in 1 hour 30 min we will at the first monument of the Silk Road - Burana Tower. Crossing the Boom Gorge, we will pass through the temporary gates leading to the world of traditions and spiritual heritage. Lunch in the village of Kochkor. We arrive at the yurt camp Naryn, where we get ready for our high-mountain nomadic journey. Here we learn why the Kyrgyz worshipped water and considered it sacred, and how nomadic traditions were born high in the mountains. After a hearty dinner, we will delve into the philosophy of nomadic life, the traditions of birth and growing up, learn about family values and the rituals of seeing a nomad off on his last journey.
Meals: lunch box, dinner
Meals: lunch box, dinner
We have breakfast and gain strength to go on a real summer high-mountain nomadic journey. We arrive to the yurt camp on Son-Kul Lake, where a hot nomad's lunch is waiting for us. We go to the construction of a real nomad's dwelling - a yurt. Today we learn the first skills of a nomad. At the nomad's dinner we get the first clue to the phenomenon of nomadic civilization!
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Breakfast. After breakfast we set off to master the art of horse riding as for a nomad a horse is everything! The high-mountain lake Son-Kul will reveal to us another secret of nomads. After a ride to the lake on horseback, explorers will have to fulfil an important mission to deliver a valuable cargo, which is a symbol of trust and part of a rite of well-being. We continue our journey in search of the nomad code and head to the legendary caravanserai Tash Rabat. Overcoming beautiful passes, we make a stop for a meal of nomadic food ‘gulazyk’. Dinner, after which we will immerse ourselves in the marvelous world of traditional nomadic games and try to get the next fragment of the secret code.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
At breakfast, the nomadic camp host will share with us a piece of a valuable cargo that was delivered the night before!
We set off for the ancient refuge of travelers and merchants - the Tash Rabat caravanserai. Once again, we embark on a journey to unravel the secret of the nomadic civilization. Midway, we will stop for a traditional nomadic lunch. Then, we descend from the highland pasture into the valley, heading toward the southern shore of Issyk Kul Lake. Here, we will take part in the Salbuurun tradition: eagle hunting, archery, and an introduction to the Kyrgyz Taigan hunting dog.
Upon arrival at the yurt camp, we will take a walk along the lakeshore, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in the yurt camp.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
We set off for the ancient refuge of travelers and merchants - the Tash Rabat caravanserai. Once again, we embark on a journey to unravel the secret of the nomadic civilization. Midway, we will stop for a traditional nomadic lunch. Then, we descend from the highland pasture into the valley, heading toward the southern shore of Issyk Kul Lake. Here, we will take part in the Salbuurun tradition: eagle hunting, archery, and an introduction to the Kyrgyz Taigan hunting dog.
Upon arrival at the yurt camp, we will take a walk along the lakeshore, followed by dinner and an overnight stay in the yurt camp.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
We start our day with breakfast overlooking the lake. The legends of Issyk-Kul take us to the Cranes' Migration – the Karkyra Valley.
In the village of Zhenish, we will uncover the secrets of creating traditional national carpets, shyrdak and ala-kiyiz.
Our journey continues with a lunch stop in Karakol, a city that serves as a bridge between nomadic and sedentary cultures.
After lunch, we will explore the city's fascinating history, visit the Dungan Mosque, and discover how a miraculous icon from Greece found its way to the Holy Trinity Cathedral. On our way to the final nomadic camp, we will visit the Old Mill Museum, which showcases unique exhibits of military armor and the everyday life of nomads dating back to the 5th century BCE.
Our Cranes' Migration will take us to breathtaking heights, where we will learn about the ruler of the skies – Khan Tengri.
Upon arrival at the Karkyra yurt camp, we will enjoy dinner with a tasting of traditional nomadic beverages.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
In the village of Zhenish, we will uncover the secrets of creating traditional national carpets, shyrdak and ala-kiyiz.
Our journey continues with a lunch stop in Karakol, a city that serves as a bridge between nomadic and sedentary cultures.
After lunch, we will explore the city's fascinating history, visit the Dungan Mosque, and discover how a miraculous icon from Greece found its way to the Holy Trinity Cathedral. On our way to the final nomadic camp, we will visit the Old Mill Museum, which showcases unique exhibits of military armor and the everyday life of nomads dating back to the 5th century BCE.
Our Cranes' Migration will take us to breathtaking heights, where we will learn about the ruler of the skies – Khan Tengri.
Upon arrival at the Karkyra yurt camp, we will enjoy dinner with a tasting of traditional nomadic beverages.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, we will set off on a hike to the Char-Kuduk Gorge. Upon our return, lunch will be served, followed by preparations for a grand celebration at the camp - dough will be kneaded for boorsoks, and traditional clothing will be laid out in anticipation of the wedding rituals.
Finally, during the festive dinner, the explorers will gather all the pieces of the "Nomads' Code" and uncover the hidden meanings behind the phenomenon of nomadic civilization.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Finally, during the festive dinner, the explorers will gather all the pieces of the "Nomads' Code" and uncover the hidden meanings behind the phenomenon of nomadic civilization.
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, our journey nears its end. However, on the northern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, in the village of Ornok, the final symbol of the nomad awaits us. It will be passed on to the explorers by the keepers of the Museum of Nomadic Civilizations.
During our farewell lunch with the museum's keepers, we capture a final photo to remember this incredible expedition.
We return to the world from which our journey of discovery began. But now, each of us takes home not just memories, but a piece of the nomadic soul!
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
During our farewell lunch with the museum's keepers, we capture a final photo to remember this incredible expedition.
We return to the world from which our journey of discovery began. But now, each of us takes home not just memories, but a piece of the nomadic soul!
Meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner
Price includes:
- Accommodation in yurt camps - 6 nights;
- Boorsok show + preparation of a traditional dessert made from talkan (wheat);
- English speaking / Russian-speaking guide;
- Mineral water (1 liter/day/person)
- Meals - as per program;
- Yurt assembling show and traditional yurt-making;
- Transport from arrival till departure;
- Shyrdak show;
- Eagle hunting;
- Entrance tickets and ecological fees according to the program.
Price doesn't include:
- Single supplement;
- Airfare;
- All personal expenses;
- Photo/video fees at museums;
- Tips for guide and driver;
- Alcohol.
Dates & Prices, per person
2025
Single supplement: US$ 60
100% guaranteed departures – even if there is only 1 traveler.
Group size: 1-16 persons
Please note that itinerary and prices are subject to change due to airline and train schedule changes, currency fluctuations and other unforeseeable events.
We strongly recommend NOT to purchase airline tickets for 2026 tours without discussing it with your travel consultant.
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