The heart of Kyrgyzstan Cultural Group Tour

Fixed date Kyrgyzstan Cultural Group tour

TOUR DETAILS

  • Tour length 9 days / 8 nights
  • Participants 4 - 12 pax
  • Price from 1,390 USD / person

KYRGYZSTAN CULTURE TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

This tour will show you the most known Kyrgyz destinations and focus largely on the cultural activities  available along the itinerary. You will start with the beautiful Issyk Kul lake and its many mountain valleys surrounding the lake that offer unique sights. Issyk Kul is a great start that will help you to adapt to the higher altitudes and prepare you for even more stunning sights in the Naryn regions and the Son Kul lake at 3016 meters above the sea level.

During this tour, you will sleep in yurts, see the eagle hunter in action with his bird, get a glimpse of the silk road history and the current nomad life of Kyrgyzstan. You will also see how the yurts are being produced as there is a stable demand for them by the nomads herding their animals in the mountain pastures during the summers.

FIXED TOUR DATES IN 2026

FIXED TOUR DATES IN 2026
Start DateEnd DateAvailabilityPrice (USD)
14 May 202622 May 2026Available1,390
18 May 202626 May 2026Available1,390
21 May 202629 May 2026Available1,390
25 May 202602 Jun 2026Available1,390
28 May 202605 Jun 2026Available1,390
08 Jun 202616 Jun 2026Available1,490
11 Jun 202619 Jun 2026Available1,490
15 Jun 202623 Jun 2026Available1,490
18 Jun 202626 Jun 2026Available1,490
22 Jun 202630 Jun 2026Available1,490
25 Jun 202603 Jul 2026Available1,490
29 Jun 202607 Jul 2026Available1,590
06 Jul 202614 Jul 2026Available1,590
09 Jul 202617 Jul 2026Available1,590
20 Jul 202628 Jul 2026Available1,590
23 Jul 202631 Jul 2026Available1,590
03 Aug 202611 Aug 2026Available1,590
06 Aug 202614 Aug 2026Available1,590
17 Aug 202625 Aug 2026Available1,590
20 Aug 202628 Aug 2026Available1,590
07 Sep 202615 Sep 2026Available1,490
10 Sep 202618 Sep 2026Available1,390
13 May 202721 May 2027Available1,390
17 May 202725 May 2027Available1,390
20 May 202728 May 2027Available1,390
24 May 202701 Jun 2027Available1,390
27 May 202704 Jun 2027Available1,490
07 Jun 202715 Jun 2027Available1,490
10 Jun 202718 Jun 2027Available1,490
14 Jun 202722 Jun 2027Available1,490
17 Jun 202725 Jun 2027Available1,490
21 Jun 202729 Jun 2027Available1,490
24 Jun 202702 Jul 2027Available1,490
28 Jun 202706 Jul 2027Available1,590
05 Jul 202713 Jul 2027Available1,590
08 Jul 202716 Jul 2027Available1,590
19 Jul 202727 Jul 2027Available1,590
22 Jul 202730 Jul 2027Available1,590
02 Aug 202710 Aug 2027Available1,590
05 Aug 202713 Aug 2027Available1,590
16 Aug 202724 Aug 2027Available1,590
19 Aug 202727 Aug 2027Available1,590
06 Sep 202714 Sep 2027Available1,490
09 Sep 202717 Sep 2027Available1,490
20 Sep 202728 Sep 2027Available1,490
30 Sep 202708 Oct 2027Available1,490
The heart of Kyrgyzstan fixed date tour
10 days fixed tour Kyrgyzstan

KYRGYZSTAN CULTURE TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1. Bishkek
Bishkek cover

Arrival at your convenience. Standard hotel check-in is available after 14:00.

Spend some free time on your own before meeting your guide and fellow travelers at 14:00. You will receive a briefing on the itinerary and travel plans, followed by city tour in Bishkek.

In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at a traditional restaurant and sample authentic Kyrgyz cuisine.

Meals included: Dinner
Accommodation: 3* Hotel

Note: We strongly recommend booking an additional night at the hotel, as many flights to Bishkek arrive late at night or early in the morning.

 

Issyk Kul Kyrgyzstan

Breakfast at the hotel.

The day begins with a visit to Burana Tower, an ancient minaret in the Chuy Valley in northern Kyrgyzstan. Explore the tower, funerary monuments, earthworks, remains of the castle, and three mausoleums—the only remnants of the ancient town of Balasagyn, founded by the Karakhanids at the end of the 9th century.

Enjoy lunch in Iskra village with a Dungan family, a Chinese Muslim ethnic group who settled in Kyrgyzstan. Sample their traditional cuisine.

Continue to Issyk-Kul, Kyrgyzstan’s largest lake and one of the deepest in the world. Check in at your hotel located on the lake shore.

Your first stop at Issyk-Kul is the Petroglyph Museum, a 42-hectare open-air site featuring stones, tombs, balbals, and petroglyphs dating from the 2nd millennium BC to the 4th century AD.

Enjoy free time to relax on the beach or swim in the lake.

Dinner at the restaurant.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Lakeside Resort

Dungan mosque in Karakol

Breakfast at the hotel.

Today’s excursion takes you to the Grigoriev and Semenov Gorges, two of the most famous natural attractions in the Issyk-Kul region. Enjoy a picnic or lunch at a roadside café while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. Take a walk, explore the wild nature, and relax in this beautiful setting.

Afterward, drive to Karakol, the administrative center of the Issyk-Kul region. Sightseeing in Karakol includes:

Russian Orthodox Cathedral

Dungan Mosque

Dinner will be served at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel for rest.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: 3* Hotel

Jeti Oguz seven bulls

After breakfast, we set off from Karakol toward the breathtaking Jeti Oguz Gorge, where nature greets us with the striking red cliffs of the famous “Broken Heart.” Standing at the entrance to the gorge, this dramatic rock formation sets a romantic and mysterious tone for our visit. We’ll enjoy a leisurely hour-long walk, surrounded by fresh mountain air and sweeping views.

Our journey continues to the scenic Barskoon Gorge, a place celebrated for its cascading waterfalls. Among them, the enchanting “Tears of the Snow Leopard” captures both beauty and legend. Midway through the gorge, we’ll come across a unique monument dedicated to Yuri A. Gagarin, the world’s first cosmonaut, standing proudly amid the rugged landscape.

Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Skazka Canyon, Fairytale Canyon near Issyk Kul in Kyrgyzstan

After breakfast, we head towards Kochkor village and pass by the south shore of the lake. On the road we visit the Skazka canyons which translate as the “Fairy Tale”. Here you can find objects of surprising shapes and sizes. A real skyscraper or an animal can appear in front of you.

Next, we meet an eagle hunter with his bird. You can appreciate the alertness and speed of the bird during the hunting. It is one of the oldest traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.

Lunch in the guesthouse or café.

Our next stop is Kyzyl Tuu village where the local family reveals the secrets of yurt production. This family is engaged in this unique art from generation to generation.

Continue to Kochkor. Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Sunset over yurt village in Song Kul

After breakfast, we journey along winding mountain roads, climbing higher into the heart of Kyrgyzstan’s wild beauty until we reach the Kalmak Ashu Pass (3,447 m). From this lofty vantage point, Son Kul Lake shimmers in the distance, appearing like a small turquoise jewel set in the vast highland plains.

As we descend toward the lake, its true grandeur unfolds — an expansive, dazzling mirror of sky surrounded by rolling green pastures. Upon arrival at our yurt camp, we are welcomed with the warmth and hospitality of the nomads, discovering their centuries-old traditions, way of life, and deep connection to the land. In the evening, we share a hearty dinner before spending the night in authentic yurts under a sky thick with stars.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Yurt camp
Toilets, shower and sauna are outside.

Chon Kemin Valley

Spend the morning soaking in all the beauty of Song Kul Lake.

We set out for the scenic Chon-Kemin Valley, with a stop in the charming village of Kochkor. Here, we discover the rich tradition of felt-making, an art deeply woven into Kyrgyz culture. Guided by skilled local artisans, we take part in a hands-on workshop, crafting our own miniature ala-kiyiz — the colorful, patterned felt carpet beloved by nomads for generations.

Opt for a stroll through the tranquil village, surrounded by sweeping mountain views. Later enjoy savoring a freshly prepared traditional dinner — a perfect ending to a day of culture and beauty.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Chon Kemin valley, Kyrgyzstan

Our journey to Bishkek takes us through the fertile Chuy Valley, framed by gentle hills and distant mountain peaks.

Upon arrival in the capital, enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace. You may wish to browse the bustling local markets or charming souvenir shops — the perfect chance to pick up unique gifts and mementos of your Kyrgyz adventure.

Farewell dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Accommodation: Hotel 3* 

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out at the 12:00.
Departure at any time.

Meals included: breakfast

TOUR INFORMATION

Included

  • Private transportation
  • English-speaking guide
  • Accommodation as per program
  • Meals as per program:
    • Breakfast (B) – 8, Lunch (L) – 5, Dinner (D) – 6
  • Bishkek City Tour: Ala-Too Square, Victory Square,
  • Oak Park, Central Mosque
  • Burana Tower
  • Lunch with a Dungan family
  • Free time in Chong-Kemin
  • Petroglyph open-air museum
  • Karakol City Tour: Russian Orthodox Cathedral,
  • Dungan Mosque
  • Jety Oguz & the Seven Bulls
  • Barskoon Waterfalls
  • Yurt Building Demonstration
  • Eagle Hunting
  • Felt Crafting
  • Song Kul Lake visit
  • Overnight stay in a traditional Kyrgyz Yurt

Note Included

  • International flights
  • Airport transfers: 50 USD one way per person
  • Personal expenses & personal insurance
  • Services not mentioned as included

Price for 2026

Price per person from 1390 USD

**Check-in at hotels after 14:00, check-out before 12:00

Extra night in Bishkek:

  • 70 USD per SGL room
  • 90 USD per DBL/TWN room

Check visa policy

Find your country from the list and check possible visa and passport requirements for Kyrgyzstan

Book your tour here

If you would like to customize your tour please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are happy to organize a custom tour or to provide a modified itinerary based on one of the tours provided by the tour operators.

Other fixed date group and private tours in Central Asia

The Five Stans of Central Asia

Book here!

Silk Road Tour

Book now!

Kazakhstan - Uzbekistan Tour

Book here!

Uzbekistan - Tajikistan Tour

Book now!

Tour updated 27.11.2025

Scroll to Top
Central Asia Guide logo
Powered by  GDPR Cookie Compliance
Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.