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Tour along Nomads

Tour 1: Tour along Nomads
Duration: 8 days
Countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan
In short: Almaty − Charyn – Karakol – Issyk Kul southern shore – Kochkor − Son Kul − Chon Kemin − Ala Archa − Bishkek

Day 1: Almaty
You will be transferred from airport to sightseeing. After that you will have the tour of visiting the famous Green Bazaar. It is one of the best bazaars for shopping. For sure you will love it! Visit the oldest Almaty parks as Panfilov Park. On the way you will see one of the most beautiful wooden buildings in the world − Zenkov Cathedral there. Afterwards you can see the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame. Then take your chance visiting the Medeo Gorge. It is well known for the highest mountain skating rink in the world.  The tour will be continued visiting 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
The tour will start from visiting one of the most popular places of Kazakhstan – Charyn Canyon. This is a very beautiful gorge where you can take dozen photos! The height of canyon reaches 150-300 meters. The canyon was made from wind and water and has color of "Red Castles Valley". Shapes are in different forms and very 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
The tour will start travelling to Jeti Oguz gorge. Being there you will be impressed by seven red rock formations in a row. It is translated as Seven Bulls. You will see there the Broken Heart Mountain as well. This is no surprise that you will see wonderful panoramic views. Just spend 20 minutes and enjoy! Afterwards you will have the break in Bokonbaeva village where you can meet with a local eagle-hunter. He hunts hares and foxes with the help of eagles. He will give interesting information about birds. Night is in a home stay.

Day 4: Kochkor – Son Kul
Today we will drive to the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan – Son Kul Lake. This lake is surrounded by mountains and considered to be the highest alpine lake in Kyrgyzstan. It is situated at an altitude of 3013 meters above sea level. Many Kyrgyz nomads come here for pastureland and just for relaxation. Kyrgyz nomads started to come to this wonderful area with their families for rest and relaxation. You will have the opportunity to explore nature.  Dinner and overnight is in felt nomadic collapsible dwellings – yurts.

Day 5: Day 5: Son Kul – Kochkor – Chon Kemin
Early in the morning you will travel to Kochkor village. You will drive by wonderful gorge and pass over Kalmak Ashu pass of 3 225 meters high. When you arrive in Kochkor village, you will have free time to spend with local families. They will teach you how to make Kyrgyz carpets. You can make your own as well. Visit a small handicraft museum there where you can find examples of silver decorations, coats made of wolfs, horse saddle decorations, carpets and others. Traditional dinner and night will be in a house of a Kyrgyz family.

Day 6: Chon Kemin – Bishkek
The morning will start from 3 hours of horse riding. You will ride high in the mountains and get inspiration from beautiful forest. Then you can see amazing panoramic view and enjoy stunning landscape. After lunch we will transfer to Bishkek city. On the way visit Burana Tower found from the 11th century. This Tower was used by traders who crossed the Great Silk Road and rest. You will find there 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
Today you will have a guided tour of Bishkek. Visit the Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic, and other places.  Then we will visit the famous Ala Archa gorge (45 km from Bishkek). It is the Natural Park situated on a spur of the Tien Shan mountain range. It is just 45 km from Bishkek. 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 

Service does not include:
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support

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