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Kyrgyzstan 5 Day Tour with Osh, Bishkek, and Issyk Kul

5 days
From Tashkent to Bishkek
5.0
2 traveler reviews

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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: Italian, French
Group Size 2 - 10
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Uzbekistan to Osh

    Your morning starts with a transfer from your base in Uzbekistan toward the Uzbekistan-Kyrgyzstan border. After handling the border formalities, you'll settle into your guest house in Osh. The afternoon gives you time to walk through the historic Suleyman Mosque positioned in the mountains, then wander the busy bazaar where you can browse local goods and soak in the atmosphere.

    Included Activities

    • Visit Suleyman Mosque in the mountains of Osh
    • Explore the historic bazaar of Osh
    Landmarks/POIs
    Suleyman Mosque
    Osh Bazaar
  2. Day 2

    Osh to Bishkek

    You'll catch a morning flight from Osh to Bishkek and check into your hotel after arriving. Once settled, spend the afternoon walking through the city's main spots like Oak Park, Central Square, the Philharmonic, and the State History Museum to get a feel for the capital.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Oak Park
    • Visit Central Square
    • Visit Philharmonic
    • Visit State History Museum
    Landmarks/POIs
    Oak Park
    Central Square
    Philharmonic
    State History Museum
  3. Day 3

    Bishkek to Issyk-Kul Lake

    The drive south covers 260 km toward Issyk-Kul Lake, so you'll have time to stop and see Burana Tower along the way, remnants from the ancient city of Balasagyn that date back to the 11th-13th centuries. Once you reach Issyk-Kul Lake, the rest of the day is yours to relax by the water and enjoy the setting.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Burana Tower
    Landmarks/POIs
    Burana Tower
    Issyk-Kul Lake
  4. Day 4

    Issyk-Kul to Bishkek

    Head north to Cholpon-Ata to see the ancient rock inscriptions carved into stone and check out the Ethnographical Museum. From there, you'll drive back to Bishkek for the night, giving you time to rest before your next move.

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • See ancient rock inscriptions at Cholpon-Ata
    • Visit Ethnographical Museum
    Landmarks/POIs
    Cholpon-Ata Rock Inscriptions
    Ethnographical Museum
  5. Day 5

    Bishkek Departure

    This morning you'll transfer to the airport for your departure, bringing your trip to an end.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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  • Guide
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  • Free eSIM
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What's Not Included

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  • VT
    · September 28th, 2024
    Great tour covering main sites in...
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    Trip date: August 2024
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    · April 17th, 2024
    We were very happy with the trip you planned...
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    Trip date: April 2024

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  • J

    Joy

    Asked on April 11th, 2025

    Please provide the pricing including Airport pick up and drop, Travelling, food and lodging during the trip, type of accommodation and food offered in the trip (vegtarian food preferred). Entry tickets for sight seeing and visiting places. Type of vehicle provided. English speaking guide. Do you provide tour from India (Delhi) including air tickets?

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    • Steppe JourneysOperatorWritten April 2025

      The price of the tour is $980 per person. Both deluxe and budget accommodation packages are available. Depending on the season, yurt stays are possible.

  • K

    Kelly

    Asked on February 25th, 2024

    Would it be possible to end the Kyrgyzstan tour in Bishkek and not return on day 5? If yes, would that also result in less total payment?

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    • K

      Kelly

      TravelerWritten February 2024

      How long would you recommend to stay in Bishkek for and is there any possible day trip I could do?

    • Steppe JourneysOperatorWritten February 2024

      The tour ends on Day 5 in Bishkek and you can stay more if you like one or two days in Bishkek. Extra days and city tours or excursions can be paid additionally. You may do Ala Archa national park tour in Bishkek.

    • K

      Kelly

      TravelerWritten February 2024

      This was the tour starting and ending in Tashkent. Would that change anything?

    • Steppe JourneysOperatorWritten February 2024

      This tour ends in Bishkek. The flight from Bishkek to Tashkent at the end is not included. So you can end the tour in Bishkek and fly back home.

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  • R

    Ron

    Asked on December 31st, 2023

    What is the arrival time at Tashkent airport for the return flight on Sunday April 14 at the end of the tour?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Steppe JourneysOperatorWritten January 2024

      The tour ends at airport of Bishkek on day 5, Bishkek-Tashkent flight is not included. You can depart from Bishkek to any city as next destination, home or back to Tashkent.

    • R

      Ron

      TravelerWritten January 2024

      Is it OK for me to go ahead and book a reservation with you? There was a note that says 'This tour is suitable for ages 15 to 70.' However, we are two males ages 69 and 72.

    • Steppe JourneysOperatorWritten January 2024

      You are okay to book the tour if you are 72, no problem at all uncles you have serious health issues with walking and traveling long distances. You are welcome on this tour.

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    Jenna

    Asked on November 11th, 2023

    Does this include flight from Bishkek back to Tashkent?

    Flights / Transfers
    • Steppe JourneysOperatorWritten November 2023

      Kyrgyzstan 5 days tour does not include a flight from Bishkek to Tashkent.

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Tour ID: 161046

  • Currencies
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    Kyrgyzstan
    UZS
    Uzbekistan Sum
    Uzbekistan
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

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    Uzbekistan
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    Type F
    Uzbekistan
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    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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