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Highlights of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

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From Bishkek to Almaty
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Highlights

  • Explore Bishkek on a guided city tour
  • Visit Burana Tower and learn its history
  • Stay overnight in a traditional yurt
  • Learn felt-making in a Kochkor workshop
  • Trek through the stunning Jety-Oguz Gorge

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bishkek
  2. Day 2 Bishkek/Chon Kemin (1B, 1L, 1D)
  3. Day 3 Chong-Kemin/Song Kul (1B, 1D)
  4. Day 4 Song Kul/Tamga (1B, 1L, 1D)
  5. Day 5 Tamga/Karakol (1B, 1L, 1D)
  6. Day 6 Karakol/Saty Village (1B, 1D)
  7. Day 7 Saty Village/Almaty (1B)
  8. Day 8 Almaty (1B)
  9. Day 9 Almaty (1B)
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    4.7
  • Itinerary
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  • Highlights of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan reviewer 1
    · July 22nd, 2025
    I loved every bit of it! The group was great, the itinerary very intersting, and the CEO Svetlana the most wonderful help one could hope for!
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much this wonderful review, Silvia! Our world deserves more you!
    Trip date: July 2025
  • MF
    · June 2nd, 2025
    The tour was an excellent experience overall — stunning landscapes, friendly people, and a beautiful country to explore. I really enjoyed the journey. However, I was disappointed that we couldn't visit Song-Köl. The explanation about the weather was misleading — the camps simply weren’t open yet, which should have been communicated clearly beforehand. I could have booked for a later date. Also, the process of getting the visa invitation letter was frustrating and poorly handled, with slow and unclear communication from G and Sherpa. We started three months in advance, but Sherpa/G couldn’t get the eVisa on time. In the end, the "self organised" visa on arrival worked — but we still paid €200 for an unused eVisa service and LOI.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience and beautiful photos with us, Matthias. We have passed your Visa feedback on to the appropriate teams for their review.
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    Trip date: May 2025
  • Highlights of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan reviewer 3
    · May 9th, 2025
    Unfortunately I was unable to go on this tour. I required a visa for both countries which I declined for Kyrgyzstan twice without any explanation. I required a letter of invitation that GAdventures was to provide. This took very long and when I finally received them it did not leave much time for the Visas. I requested to change my tour before the 30 day period before I lost any my tour costs but the declined to allow that. I had to cancel my trip so that I at least got 50% back. I will never use them again. I have gone back to Intrepid.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience, Louis. We're truly sorry to hear about the difficulties you faced with your visa process and the resulting cancellation of your trip. This feedback has been passed to the appropriate teams for their review so we... Show more
    Trip date: May 2025
  • AC
    · September 16th, 2024
    Just great experience overall.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi Arthur, Thanks for the five star review. We are happy to hear that you had such a great time.
    Trip date: August 2024
  • Highlights of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan reviewer 5
    · September 13th, 2024
    Excellent itinerary and guide, Marlis. Pace of travel, accommodation and included meals all very good. Marlis, our guide, was also very good at providing the perfect blend of modern & past history of the country, culture & sights.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Gwenith! We are delighted that you enjoyed your time in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan with us. The world deserves more you!
    Trip date: August 2024
  • Highlights of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan reviewer 6
    · June 30th, 2024
    Ivan is a very knowedgable CEO of the tour. He gives very good summary of the history of both Kyurgystan and Kazhakstsn. I really enjoy the tour itinerary which allows us to try out various accomodation (Kyurgys cabin, yurt by the lake, and Russian garden house). It also highlights minority cture, takes us to engage in conversations with Uyigurs and Dungane people, as well as learning about making yurts. I feel.that I have a good understanding of the country after the trip. The first accomodation in Bishkek and the second to the last in Saty village could improve, but overall I like the plan of the trip.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thank you so much for your feedback and beautiful photos, Hsiao-Ching! We will pass on your feedback concerning the first two accommodations to the appropriate teams.
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • A
    · September 1st, 2022
    An amazing trip with a very knowledgeable ceo and an abundance of great excursions. Couldn?t fault this trip at all. I think it would have been quite difficult to organise a trip like this by yourself so very glad G adventures do trips to the ?Stans.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Great to hear! Can't wait to have you back.
    Trip date: August 2022
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  • A
    · September 1st, 2022
    A well organised and action-packed tour which provided a true insight into the beating heart of Kyrgyz culture. Thank you GAdventures for giving me an unforgettable experience I couldn?t have hoped to organise alone.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Great to hear! Can't wait to have you back.
    Trip date: August 2022
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  • A
    · September 29th, 2022
    Great group of people on this tour and probably one of the best I've been with. Everyone got along quite well and the tour itself went above my expectations. I was not prepared for the cold temperatures at the first YURT experience but that was probably my own fault and also trying to cut down on the amount of things I needed to bring. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone, if there was an extra day in Almaty.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Thanks for your feedback. We are so glad that you had a great time
    Trip date: September 2022
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  • A
    · September 20th, 2022
    A rustic, whistle-stop tour through north-east Kyrgyzstan and a small pocket of south-west Kazakhstan. Landscapes abound with the occasional cultural offering. Interesting to compare and contrast Bishkek and Almaty. Be mindful of the altitude and its effects.
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    G Adventures commented on this review
    Hi there! Thank you for your positive feedback. We hope to welcome you on another G Adventures tour soon!
    Trip date: September 2022
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    Monique

    Asked on June 2nd, 2025

    Are there tour services across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan? We are 7 people interested in a trip with yurt stay and horse riding trekking.

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2025

      We recommend scheduling a brief personal phone call to discuss your trip preferences. Our specialized team with G Adventures will help plan your trip.

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    Ian

    Asked on May 11th, 2025

    want to book this tour - please let me know if you also do eagle tour as a part of the tour - highlights of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten May 2025

      We do not do eagle tours on this tour. You would need to book that separately with a different supplier during free time or before/after the tour.

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    M. Soledad

    Asked on March 13th, 2025

    Do I need a visa to enter Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan with a U.S. passport?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten March 2025

      No, a visa is not required for U.S. passport holders traveling to Kyrgyzstan for up to 60 days and to Kazakhstan for up to 30 days.

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    Fede

    Asked on January 19th, 2025

    Can the tour accommodate early arrival?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      Yes, we can arrange services for early arrivals including hotel booking and transfers. Please notify us in advance of your plans.

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    Caroline

    Asked on December 23rd, 2024

    Will we be at high altitude? Is the ascent slow? Can altitude sickness happen? Do you have oxygen bottles?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      Highest altitude reached on this tour is 3016 meters above sea level. The ascent is taken slow and not rushed. Altitude sickness can happen usually someone will feel it around 6 to 12 hours of arrival at altitude. The group stays overnight in a Yurt on the day you go up. It is rare for someone to feel ill. The tour leader will have first aid and will assit anyone who feels sick. They do not carry Oxygen bottles. These bottles can be purchased prior to the ascent if you feel like it might be needed.

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      Caroline

      TravelerWritten December 2024

      Is it only one night at that altitude?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, just Night 3.

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      Caroline

      TravelerWritten January 2025

      Which time of the year would you recommend is the best for this tour?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten January 2025

      The best time to visit Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan is during the spring and autumn. These seasons offer pleasant temperatures and opportunities to celebrate culture and nature.

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    Louda

    Asked on November 27th, 2024

    What are the entry and exit requirements?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      Entry and exit requirements vary, so please ensure you have all necessary documents verified before travel.

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    Karina

    Asked on November 11th, 2024

    What type of accommodation is provided on the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten November 2024

      The tour generally involves twin-share rooming. You can request a single room supplement if you prefer a room to yourself.

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    Nicole

    Asked on October 3rd, 2024

    What dietary accommodations are available on the tour?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten October 2024

      The tour can accommodate dietary restrictions such as low carb and low sugar choices. Please confirm your dietary needs in advance.

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    Mark

    Asked on June 2nd, 2024

    Where can I find the tour packing list?

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    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      You can find a suggested packing list on the tour details page on our website.

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    Gregory

    Asked on May 31st, 2024

    Is it possible to take a tour in Kyrgyzstan with this group (16) of people? I would like the highlights such as sleeping in a yurt, a horse walk, eagle hunting, nice, not too long walks in nature and the fairy rock formation, staying at some lakes... so that it is also very varied for the children and not too tiring. We can travel for a maximum of 9 days and I would like the budget to be between 1000 and 1200 euros P.P. given the additional costs. -Can you make a proposal, please? Thank you -The trip is planned for the summer of 2025

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      Gregory

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      Hello Patrick, hello Jasmijn. 1) My most important question is: can we do this trip with al the members of my familie? A baby of 8 months and 2 grandparents of 75 and 77 years old. 2) I was surprised that the price of this tour now is rising with almost 80 euro p.p. I hope You will make me a better offer.

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      Although we can operate this as a private adventure, the age requirements are still the same as a public trips in that the minimum age we will accept is 12 years old for this trip. This is a strict policy we must adhere too.

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      Gregory

      TravelerWritten June 2024

      Is there any trip we can make with the whole familie? What do you recommend? And at almost the same price?

    • G AdventuresOperatorWritten June 2024

      As mentioned below the minimium is 12 on this trip abd we do not offer any Family Tours to this region. Our Family Tours also have a minimum age requirement of 7 or 9 years old so we definitely can not book an 8 month old.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Kazakhstan. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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