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Walking in Kyrgyzstan

9 days
Start and end in Bishkek
4.0
7 traveler reviews
Walking in Kyrgyzstan - Explore!
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Hiking & Trekking
Epic trails and breathtaking landscapes await
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An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 16
Age range 16 to 85
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Highlights

  • Explore Bishkek's Soviet-era architecture
  • Hike through the scenic Ala Archa Gorge
  • Visit ancient Burana Tower and Chon Kemin
  • Discover Issyk Kul's petroglyphs and Karakol
  • Experience a traditional yurt stay by the lake

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Join trip in Bishkek, the relaxed Kyrgyz capital
  2. Day 2 Discover the city on foot and by bus; visit to Osh Bazaar
  3. Day 3 Trek to a waterfall in the beautiful Ala Archa Gorge
  4. Day 4 Drive to the Chon Kemin Valley via the Burana Tower; walk in the Valley
  5. Day 5 Journey around the shores of Issyk Kul to Karakol; walking tour
  6. Day 6 Hike in the Altyn-Arashan Gorge with the chance to take a dip in thermal springs
  7. Day 7 Walk in Djety-Oguz Gorge and meet the eagle hunters. Overnight in a yurt by the lake
  8. Day 8 Drive to Kochkor, and visit a shirdak (rug) workshop before returning to Bishkek
  9. Day 9 Trip ends in Bishkek.
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    4.0
  • Itinerary
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    3.9
  • Guide
    Excellent
    4.1
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    4.1
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    3.9
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  • A
    · July 23rd, 2023
    Lots. The eagle hunter and his feathered friends were fantastic. The bumpy ride up to the hot springs. Swimming in the lakes and the countryside all great. The best night was the restaurant with the live music at Karakol. Really good musicians.
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    Trip date: July 2023
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  • A
    · August 27th, 2023
    Walking up the valleys south of Karakol, the homestay and the hot spring
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    Trip date: August 2023
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  • A
    · August 27th, 2023
    the first day of hiking. the homestay and the walk at the homestay.
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    Trip date: August 2023
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  • A
    · September 14th, 2023
    The landscape and people. Amazing walks Eagle hunters Homestay
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • P
    · September 17th, 2022
    Far too many long travelling days on very poor roads with not enough breaks. Even on the 'stay put' day in Karakol, the itinerary includes another 4 hours on an army vehicle (there and back) with a very short walk included. All walks included, except one, were very short strolls and not 'hikes' as the itinerary suggests. The Bisktek guest house is OK but far too far out of town to allow any sort of exploration of the city when you first arrive. Homestay was fine, as was the Karakol hotel. One common feature was the very small beds with horribly lumpy mattresses - all except for the Yurt Camp, which had the most comfortable beds of the entire trip.
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    Trip date: September 2022
  • A
    · December 23rd, 2019
    Because Gatwick to Istanbul flight was late we missed connection. Turkish Airlines responded well with 4 hotel and new flight next day.
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    Explore! commented on this review
    Sorry to hear you had issues with your flights :(
    Trip date: September 2019
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  • E
    · October 2nd, 2019
    Excellent introduction to Kyrgyzstan, we saw a variety of different landscapes and were immersed in the local culture - a fantastic way of seeing this unspoilt country.
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    Explore! commented on this review
    Thanks for your great feedback :)
    Trip date: September 2019

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9 days
Walking in Kyrgyzstan
From Bishkek to Bishkek

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    Gary

    Asked on May 19th, 2024

    Will the alpine lake be frozen over in June still?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten May 2024

      If it is Lake Issyk Kul, this rarely freezes over. The second largest alpine lake in the World, it is 182 kilometres/113.10 mile long, up to 60 kilometres/37.30 mile wide and lies at an altitude of just over 1600 metres/5250 feet. Issyk Kul translates as 'warm lake' - the lake's saline waters never freeze over despite the region's sub-zero winters.

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    Eva

    Asked on February 3rd, 2024

    Is this tour guaranteed even if I am tge only person who bought the tour?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten February 2024

      This trip on 15th June is a guaranteed departure and there are 4 people already booked so it will definitely be going ahead.

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      Eva

      TravelerWritten February 2024

      Are these leisure walks or high intensity level walks? Plus, your yurts are all shared? If I am paying for a single supplement room, will I be sharing rooms in a yurt?

    • Explore!OperatorWritten February 2024

      Walking grade Moderate. This trip is graded moderate with walks on 4 days for between 3 to 6 hours along earth and gravel tracks. You will mainly walk on well-maintained paths at altitudes of up to 2500-2700 m/8203-8859 ft, with occasional demanding ascents or descents.

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    Diana

    Asked on June 24th, 2023

    I have a few questions regarding the 2-9 Sep 2023 itinerary: 1) It has been stated that 8 breakfasts and 3 dinners are catered for. May I ask how do we settle lunch and other meals if we're out exploring the wilderness? 2) Will we always return to Bishkek every night? In other words, will there be overnight stays outside Bishkek? 3) What kind of gears and travel tips do you have for a 20-year-old solo traveller? (Especially tips for adapting to seasonal changes as it is near Winter)

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten June 2023

      Your local guide will always give you experienced suggestions on where to eat and also offer group meals on at times which meals aren't catered for, so there will always be options to ensure that everyone is fed & no one needs to eat alone. There will be overnight stays outside Bishkek, I have attached the trip notes which have detailed information on where you will be staying each night throughout your trip, you will see there are four different accommodations. Also on the trip notes attached, if you click on the Trip Information section you will see a suggestion list of clothing, footwear and packing information in relation to the seasonal changes.

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    Kathy

    Asked on March 7th, 2023

    Is the trip guaranteed to take place after booking or does it require a minimum number of participants?

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten March 2023

      Which departure date are you interested in? If you are ready to book please select the 'book now' button to secure your spot on Walking in Kyrgyzstan.

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    Colleen

    Asked on July 14th, 2022

    Will any later dates be put on the site? Was hoping to go in March 2023.

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    • Explore!OperatorWritten July 2022

      The closest date to march 2023 is Sat 17 Jun 2023 - Sun 25 Jun 2023

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