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Premium Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
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9 days
Start
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Finish
Almaty, Kazakhstan
Trip Code
KFPK
Min Age
15
Trip Size
1 - 12
Physical Rating
Meals
8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Yurt Feature Stay (1 night)
From £2,607(9 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
Head off the tourist track and see some incredible natural landscapes – on this trip, you’ll visit Sharyn Canyon (nicknamed the little brother of the Grand Canyon), Jety Oguz, Skazka Canyon and Lake Issyk Kul.
Soak up some of the layered history and diverse architecture of two former Silk Route cities – Almaty in Kazakhstan and Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan.
Spend a memorable night in a comfortable yurt camp for an authentic local experience. You’ll have dinner around the campfire with the locals and wake up in the morning beside Lake Issyk Kul – the second largest alpine lake in the world!
Meet local artisans keeping traditional craftsmanship alive – meet with a local yurt maker and learn how they make these tents without electric tools, see how felt rugs are made and visit a leather workshop.
Feast on delicious local cuisine with visits to a family-owned winery in Almaty, a family home of local Dungan people for dinner and a traditional lunch in a remote Kyzyl Tuu Village.
Is this trip right for you?
This trip involves some long journeys by road, but you will stop at many interesting places along the way to stretch your legs.
Accommodation may not always live up to western expectations and may lack some amenities you would expect from other Premium accommodation. The accommodation chosen will be among the best available, it will be well-located and comfortable.
Your yurt accommodation is comfortable, but relatively basic. We think this is an essential part of visiting the region, and worth sacrificing some amenities for a memorable night in a spectacular place. Because these are sacred dwellings, there are no bathrooms within the yurt. Shared facilities will be available.
A decent level of physical fitness is required to fully enjoy this trip as it involves quite a lot of walking - both to enjoy the natural highlights of these beautiful countries, but also to cross the international borders. At the borders, you will be required to handle your own luggage as no porters are available to help.
The border crossings on this trip are unpredictable – they can be deserted, very busy or somewhere in between. So an open mind, patience and an appreciation that this is all part of the joy of travelling in this fascinating part of the world will help.
A single supplement is not available on Day 5 at the yurt camp.
Itinerary
Travel off the beaten path and onto the old Silk Route for the spectacular landscapes of Central Asia
Explore the old Silk Route in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan with this nine-day adventure full of stunning natural landscapes, chances to connect to local people and traditional cuisine. With a knowledgeable local leader by your side, you’ll visit Sharyn Canyon, Skazka Canyon and Jety Oguz Valley and go on hikes to soak up the scenery. Spend a night in a traditional yurt camp, after learning about how these are still manufactured without electric tools, alongside the massive alpine lake of Issyk Kul. See the monuments, learn the histories and dive into the local cultures of main cities like Bishkek and Almaty. Visit a family-owned winery for a tasting, head to a small local village for a traditional lunch and enjoy a masterclass of local cuisine from a Dungan family. With all this and more, what’s holding you back from your next adventure?
Inclusions
Meals
8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
Private vehicle
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Yurt Feature Stay (1 night)
Included activities
Almaty - Welcome Dinner
Almaty - City tour with local guide
Almaty - Winery Visit, Tasting and dinner
Bishkek Orientation Walk
Bishkek - Tamgaly Tas - petroglyphs
Bishkek - City walking tour
Bishkek - Central Asian Textile Visit
Issky Kul - Kyzyl Tuu - Yurt Making Workshop
Bishkek - Burana Tower
Karakol - Skazka Canyon Visit
Karakol - Jety Oguz Visit
Karakol - City Tour
Karakol - Dungan Family Visit and Cooking Masterclass
Almaty - Charyn Canyon Hike
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Important notes
1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel.
2. A single supplement is available if you'd prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights of your trip, with the exception of day 5, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. In the event of bad weather, alternative accommodation may be used instead of the yurt to ensure a comfortable experience.
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