Kyrgyz melody Tour 1
Destination: Kyrgyzstan
Duration: 5 days
Places to visit: Bishkek - Ala Archa - - Burana - Kochkor - 33 parrots pass - Son Kul Lake - Bishkek
Day 1: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
Meet Kyrgyz melody Tour 1! On arrival at Manas International Airport meet the guide who accompanies you to the capital city of Kyrgyzstan. It is just 30-minute drive from the airport. Today, you will travel to the Ala Archa gorge and enjoy the Natural Park. It is located on a spur of the Tien Shan mountain range and just 45 km from Bishkek. This beautiful place will not leave anyone on tours. Here you can try hiking tour and have picnic. In the afternoon, return to Bishkek and visit the Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic and other places of wonder. Transfer to hotel for rest.
Day 2: Bishkek - Burana - Kochkor
In the morning, you will visit the Asian Bazaar. We have no doubt you will be impressed by colorful view and learn more about local sellers. Don't miss to take photos. In the second part of day we will travel to Kochkor village. On the break, visit the Burana Tower belonging to the 11th century. In past times, it was the main way for the Great Silk Road. Near, you will see an open air museum of Balbals (stone warriors) dedicated to heroes who lost their lives protecting Motherland. Night is in a home stay.
Day 3: Kochkor - 33 parrots pass - Son Kul Lake
The tour will start by travelling to the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan - Son Kul Lake through 33 parrots pass. This is a unique lake surrounded by mountains and defined to be the highest alpine lake in Kyrgyzstan. It is located at an altitude of 3013 meters above sea level. Over there, you will have an idea to meet local nomads and share culture. In addition, you will see herders of the Naryn region who come to the lake to use it as a pastureland. Overnight will be done in nomadic felt dwellings - yurts.
Day 4: Son Kul Lake - Kochkor - Bishkek
The last day of our tour will start by driving to Kochkor village via Kalmak Ashu pass. On arrival, you will meet a local family who can teach you how to make national felt carpets. After masterclass, you will learn how to make your own carpet with different art. Afterwards, you will visit a small handicraft museum and find silver decorations, coats made of wolves, horse saddle decorations, carpets and many interesting things of past times. In the end of day, we will drive to the capital of Kyrgyzstan - Bishkek. Transfer to hotel for sleep.
Day 5: Flight
In the morning is transfer to airport. Kyrgyz melody Tour 1 is over!
Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter
Price per person:
02 pax - 735 $
04 pax - 455 $
06 pax - 345 $
08 pax - 295 $
10 pax - 260 $
Single - 75 $
Early check-in - 35 $
Single early check-in - 60 $
All dinners - 60 $
All lunches and dinners - 120 $
English speaking guide - 300 $ per group
To be 2 in yurts (now 4 in 1) - 15 $ per person
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
Kochkor - Homestay
Son Kul - "Nomad's Dream" VIP yurt camp
- Entrances to all museums
- Mineral water during the tour
Service does not include:
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide