Tour to Nomads

Tour to Nomads, Silk Road Tours.

Tour to Nomads
Duration: 8 days
Places to visit: Almaty - Charyn - Karakol - Issyk Kul southern shore - Kochkor - Son Kul - Chon Kemin - Ala Archa - Bishkek

Short summary:
On this tour you will be able to discover something new as well as learn how to make carpets and ride a horse. You will be spoiled by how beautiful the nature of these lands is. You will be amazed at how what types of sights this tour can open for you. We will be glad to see you admiring the incredible greenery of plants.

Day 1: Almaty
Upon arrival you will met and transferred from airport for sightseeing. At first you will explore the famous Green Bazaar. It is one of the best places for shopping and learning the culture of people. You will enjoy seeing the colorful and lively sight of the city. Moreover you will have chance to see the oldest Almaty parks - Panfilov Park. Moreover here you will have an opportunity to Zenkov Cathedral. In course of the tour we will visit the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame. After it you will drive to Medeo Gorge that is famous due to the highest mountain skating rink in the world. Then you will explore the Kok-Tobe hill where the tallest TV tower in the world is located. Being in Kok-Tobe Park, you will be impressed by the wonderful panoramic view of whole city. It is no doubt you will be impressed by your travel!

Day 2: Almaty - Charyn - Kegen border - Karakol
Toady you will visit one of the main sights of the Kazakhstan - Charyn Canyon. Here you will take a lot of colorful and vivid photos. You will be impressed by the size of this place which varies from 150 till 300 meters. The canyon appeared due to the wind and water and has a color due to which received name of "Red Castles Valley". Due to the fancy and interesting forms of the cliffs this place is popular among travelers. The road to the Canyon and back is 400 km. After an interesting excursion we will drive to Kyrgyz border and further to Karakol town. Overnight is in a guesthouse.

Day 3: Karakol - Jeti Oguz - Issyk Kul southern shore - Kochkor
In course of the travel you will drive to Jeti Oguz gorge. This place will give an unforgettable impression due to the shape of the seven red rock formations. The name Jeti Oguz has the meaning of Seven Bulls. In addition you will witness the Broken Heart Mountain. You will see the one of the most breathtaking views if you hike 20 minutes to the top of the mountain. After it you will have a stop in Bokonbaeva village where you can meet with a local eagle-hunter. He hunts hares and foxes with the help of eagles. This is the ancient nomad way of hunting. He will give interesting information about birds. Night is in a home stay.

Day 4: Kochkor - Son Kul
Today the road will go to the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan - Son Kul Lake. This alpine lake that lays among the mountains on the altitude of 3013 meters above sea level. This is the paradise for herders and great place for relaxing. Many Kyrgyz families come here to enjoy the pristine nature of this area. During the tour you will have a chance to explore nature. Night is in the yurt.

Day 5: Son Kul - Kochkor - Chon Kemin
In course of the travel you will drive to Kochkor village. The road will go through Kalmak Ashu pass which elevation is 3 225 meters high. Upon arrival to the village you will have free time to explore the village and communicate with locals. They will teach you the method of making Kyrgyz traditional carpets as well as explain you the traditions and customs of the city. In tour you will make your own carpet too. After it you will have an excursion in a small handicraft museum there where you can find examples of silver decorations, coats made of wolfs, horse saddle decorations, carpets and others. Then you will drive to Chon Kemin Village where the night will be in the homestay.

Day 6: Chon Kemin - Bishkek
The day will start with having morning horse riding. This tour will take 3 hours to explore the mountains and beautiful forest. Upon arrival to the top of it you will be able to enjoy the breathtaking panoramic view and enjoy mesmerizing landscape. Then in course of the travel you will be going to Bishkek city. During the drive you will have a stop to visit Burana Tower dating back to the 11th century. This Tower was sin for the Great Silk Road travelers to rest. Moreover here is also situated an open air museum of Balbals (stone warriors) made for heroes who fought for the freedom of their Motherland. Afterwards we will transfer to the Kyrgyz capital. Overnight is in a hotel.

Day 7: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek
You will have a guided city to explore the main sights of the city. The tours in capital city of the country always have such sights as Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic, and other places. In addition to the interesting excursion you will explore the area that in Soviet Union times was opened only for V.I.P. people - the famous Ala Archa gorge. This place is the Natural Park that situated on a spur of the Tien Shan mountain range and takes 45 km from Bishkek to drive. Long time ago the access to this mountain was strictly controlled by government. Being there you can have a short hiking tour and enjoy panoramic view of the gorge. Afterwards we will return to Bishkek. The night will be in a hotel.

Day 8: Bishkek - Airport
Morning transfer to airport.

Transport in Kazakhstan:
02 pax - Sedan
04-10 pax- Mercedes Sprinter (14 seats)

Transport in KG:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter

Hotels 3*,
Price per person:
02 pax - 1 335 $
04 pax - 855 $
06 pax - 650 $
08 pax - 545 $
10 pax - 485 $
Single - 125 $

Early check-in - 25 $
Single early check-in - 45 $

Hotels 4*,
Price per person:
02 pax - 1 390 $
04 pax - 910 $
06 pax - 705 $
08 pax - 600 $
10 pax - 540 $
Single - 150 $

Early check-in - 40 $
Single early check-in -70 $

Half board - 115 $
Full board - 225 $

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Almaty - "Kazakhstan" Hotel 3* / "KazZhol" Hotel 4*
Karakol - "Karagat" Hotel 4* or "Green Yard" Guesthouse
Kochkor - Homestay
Son Kul - Yurts (4 pax in 1)
Chon Kemin - Homestay
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*/ "Plaza" Hotel 4*
- English speaking guide
- Entrances to all museums
- Mineral water during the tour
- Horse riding in Chon Kemin gorge