9-DAY WORLD NOMAD GAMES TOUR KYRGYZSTAN
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Duration
9 days
Max Group Size
12
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Tour Overview
Experience the energy and spirit of the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan — a unique international event celebrating nomadic culture, traditional sports, and heritage.
This 9-day journey combines cultural immersion, natural landscapes and participation in the region's largest ethno festival.
From the vibrant streets of Bishkek to the alpine shores of Issyk-Kul and the high pastures of Son-Kul Lake, you will explore the best of Kyrgyzstan while attending the unforgettable World Nomad Games.
Perfect for travelers seeking a once-in-a-lifetime cultural and adventure experience.
Route
Starts from
Bishkek
Ends in
Bishkek
Pickup Location
Bishkek
Dropoff Location
Bishkek
Highlights
Itinerary
Arrival in
Bishkek, transfer to the hotel. City tour around Bishkek. Free time.
Accommodation: 3* hotel in Bishkek (BLD)
Breakfast at
the hotel. Transfer to Burana Tower. Visit the Burana Tower, Balbal stone
garden, and the nearby archaeology museum. Learn about the history of the
Karakhanid Empire.
Drive to
Tokmok for lunch with a local Dungan family. After lunch, transfer to Chon
Kemin National Park.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Chon Kemin (BLD)
Breakfast. Early
in the morning transfer to Cholpon Ata.
Today we
will attend the World Nomad Games at Kyrchyn Jailoo. You will will experience
traditional nomadic sports such as kok-boru, horse racing, and archery, as well
as cultural performances, yurt camps, and handicraft exhibitions. Then in the
evening transfer to Karakol for accommodation
Accommodation: 3* hotel in
Karakol (BLD)
Breakfast.
Transfer to Altyn Arashan Gorge by UAZ track.
Lunch at a
yurt camp. Hike to natural hot springs and enjoy bathing in mineral water
surrounded by mountains.
Return to
Karakol. On the way swim at hot spring pool Aksuu Kench. Dinner with a local
Uyghur family
Accommodation: 3* hotel in
Karakol (BLD)
Breakfast.
City tour in Karakol: visit Dungan Mosque, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Bugu
Bazaar.
Transfer to
Jeti Oguz Gorge. Lunch at a yurt camp. Explore the valley, visit Maiden Braid
Waterfall, and see the famous “Broken Heart” rock and “Seven Bulls” formations.
Accommodation: Yurt camp
in Jeti Oguz (BLD)
Breakfast.
Travel along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.
Visit
Barskoon Gorge and its waterfalls, including the monument to Yuri Gagarin.
Enjoy a picnic in nature. Continue to Skazka Canyon (“Fairy Tale Canyon”) and
explore its unique rock formations.
Arrival in
Kaji Sai village. Free time at the beach.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kaji Sai (BLD)
Breakfast.
Continue to
Son Kul Lake via Kalmak Ashu Pass. Possible sightings of yaks on the way.
Dinner at a yurt camp.
Accommodation: Yurt camp at Son Kul Lake (BLD)
Breakfast.
Transfer to Bishkek. Stop in Kochkor village to have lunch with local family,
visit local felt products shop, here you can buy souvenirs from first hand.
In Bishkek,
visit Osh Bazaar or souvenir shops. Dinner at a national restaurant.
Accommodation: 3* hotel in Bishkek (BLD)
Transfer to
the airport. Flight home.
Trip includes
Included
·
1 English speaking guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
English
According to group size 4wd car, minivan. minibus
·
Entrance fees(Burana tower, Hot spring pool, Karakol city tour, Skazka
canyon)
·
Transfer to Altyn Arashan by UAZ track
Excluded
·
Personal expenses
·
Insurance
·
Flight ticket
Single accommodation
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