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- Silver Operator
- Steppe Journeys
- Active
- Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
- Private Tour
- Travel exclusively with your friends and family
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Low Intensity
- Travelers can expect some light physical activities
- Guided in English
- All Ages Welcome
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Alarcha National Park on foot
- Tour Bishkek and visit vibrant Asian Bazaar
- Ride horses in Chon Kemin's mountain forests
- Sleep in a traditional Yurt by Son-Kul Lake
- Learn yurt-making in Kyzyl-Tuu village
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Bishkek
- Day 2 Bishkek
- Day 3
- Day 4 Sonkul Lake
- Day 5 Sonkul/Tamga
- Day 6 Karakol
- Day 7 Karakol – Djety-Oguz – Karakol
- Day 8 Karakol – Kegen border – Saty village, Kolsai Lake
- Day 9 Kolsai Lake – Kayindi Lake – Saty village
- Day 10 Saty village - Charyn Canyons – Almaty
- Day 11 Almaty – City tour
- Day 12 Departure
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
- Optional Extras
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Additional Services
Operated by
Steppe Journeys
Number of tours
17
Age Range
1 to 89 years old
Response time
12 hours
Response rate
96%
Central Asia is a region of ancient cultures, fairy-tale cities, open...
Read moreCustomer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- WBWendy· August 15th, 2025I was surprised at how well organised this tour was, I didn’t really know what to expect as I didn’t hear much from them after we’d paid the money. I was expecting the weather to be hot but as we spent time in the mountains, there was one night (in the yurt) that must have been freezing or below. The yurt heating stove was pretty useless. It would have been helpful to have been warned about that by the tour company but they didn’t mention it - fortunately a friend offered a warning so we weren’t totally unprepared. The hotels were fine and the guest houses were surprisingly good and comfortable, each one with its own ensuite which was a pleasant surprise. The biggest thanks goes to our guide, Chynara. She’s extremely well organised, thoughtful, good company and an excellent and informative guide. The other big thanks is to our driver. There was never any reason to be nervous about being a passenger, he drove well and we always felt that we were in safe, capable hands. The tour of Almaty was also good, with another local guide and driver for the day. It was disappointing however to discover that the museum tour could not take place as it was scheduled for Tuesday and that is the day the museum is closed. The tour organisers should have been aware of this in their planning. As we allowed ourselves extra time in Almaty we were able to visit the museum another day. Entry was quite expensive and we needed to pay for this ourselves. Again Chynara came to the rescue and arranged reimbursementShow more
Steppe Journeys commented on this reviewDear Wendy Thank you for sharing your detailed feedback and for joining our tour. We’re very pleased to hear that you found the tour well organised, enjoyed the comfort of the accommodations, and felt safe and well looked after by our wonderful... Show moreTrip date: August 2025 - KKristen· July 1st, 2025The tour was exceptional. Both the driver and guide were wonderful. We had an unusual opportunity as well. Since my friend and I were the only two people who signed up for the 12 day tour, we essentially had a private tour. Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan were amazing countries to visit and I thoroughly enjoyed all the hiking and nature experiences. I don't enjoy larger cities as much and would have liked more time or more overnights in the smaller villages and in guest houses and yurts.The yurt experience was great and I would have loved another night by the lake. The horseback riding was great and the views were magnificent. I have a lot of dietary allergies and our guide spoke with the guest house owners and restaurant waiters to let them know what I could not eat and they were able to provide wonderful meals. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the places we visited as well as shared information about culture and food and customs. I would highly recommend this tour as well as our guide and driver. Five stars. I wish I could have extended the tour.Show moreTrip date: June 2025
- AMAnu· June 27th, 2025The tour was amazing. Aika was the guide and Losha was the driver and we loved them. Even though Losha couldn't speak English, he was still amazing to be around and he would try to talk to us the best he could--the best driver ever! Aika was very responsive to my friend's needs (severe allergies to many, many ingredients in food) and she was very personable and went out of her way to ensure we were doing the activities we were interested in. The countries themselves were amazing and beautiful. I have no complaints as the tour was perfect.Show moreTrip date: June 2025
- STSueAnn· June 27th, 2025Overall, the tour was well-organized and...Show moreTrip date: June 2025
- WHWon· June 27th, 2025Great 12days with Chynara & Alexei. Our driver, Alexei drives the comfortable Lexus SUV carefully & kind to help us. Our guide, Chynara was kind and helpful to make the tour delight. She speaks English fluently. It was a perfect tour.Show moreTrip date: June 2025
- LHLOUISE· July 7th, 2024Thank you for a wonderful trip! Loved the itinerary and Chynara our guide was excellent, so too our driver Tordo! I would highly recommend this trip to others.Show moreTrip date: June 2024
- MMMarc· November 10th, 2023The tour was very good, mostly because of the...Show moreTrip date: July 2023
- BLBingzhi Benjamin· August 24th, 2023The overall tour was excellent. Thanks to...Show moreSteppe Journeys commented on this reviewHi Benjamin Thank you very much for your review of our services. We highly appreciate it and it inspires us to work more hard and welcome guests in Central Asia . Thank you Odil, Steppe JourneysTrip date: August 2023
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- From Sunday21 Sep, 2025To Thursday2 Oct, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $3,012 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Wednesday1 Oct, 2025To Sunday12 Oct, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $3,012 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday12 Oct, 2025To Thursday23 Oct, 2025EnglishFrom:NZ $3,012 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Sunday5 Apr, 2026To Thursday16 Apr, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,180 per personMultiple Room Types
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- Instant ConfirmationFrom Monday18 May, 2026To Friday29 May, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,180 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday9 Jun, 2026To Saturday20 Jun, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,180 per personMultiple Room Types
- Instant ConfirmationFrom Tuesday23 Jun, 2026To Saturday4 Jul, 2026EnglishFrom:NZ $3,180 per personMultiple Room Types
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What our customers ask about this tour
The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.- M
Marianne
Asked on February 28th, 2025What is the approximate cost of lunches and dinners?
Steppe JourneysOperator•Written March 2025Lunch or dinner at a local cafe costs around $5-$7 per person.
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Harmanna
Asked on January 24th, 2025Where can I exchange currency during the trip?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written January 2025
You can exchange money at the airport or in the city at exchange offices and ATMs.
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Alexander
Asked on November 30th, 2024Is a single room available, and what is the cost?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written December 2024
A single room supplement is available for $200 per person.
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Aurelio
Asked on October 3rd, 2024Will airport transfers be arranged if I arrive early?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written October 2024
Pick up from the airport is included in the package for your arrival and departure.
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Ivan
Asked on August 17th, 2024What is the maximum group size for the tour?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written August 2024
The group size may vary, but typically there will be a maximum of 6 travelers in a shared yurt.
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Erwin
Asked on July 18th, 2024What is the itinerary for the hiking portions of the tour?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written July 2024
The itinerary includes hiking in various scenic locations, including Karakol and Tamga.
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Steffi
Asked on July 12th, 2024Can I add more travelers to my booking later?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written July 2024
You can add more travelers to your booking, but please confirm the additional arrangements ahead of your travel dates.
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Liza
Asked on February 26th, 2024Can I arrange optional tours during my stay?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written February 2024
Yes, optional tours such as trips to local lakes can be arranged, and costs will be provided upon confirmation.
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Marjanne
Asked on February 23rd, 2024What should I do if I want to book a different return flight?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written February 2024
Please inform us of your flight details, and we can assist you with the necessary arrangements.
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Montse
Asked on January 26th, 2024How can I pay for my extras during the trip?
- Steppe JourneysOperator•Written January 2024
Payments for extras can typically be made in cash upon arrival.
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