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The 9 Best Cultural Tours in Osh, Kyrgyzstan
Osh (Kyrgyz: Ош, Russian: Ош, Uzbek: O'sh) is the second largest city in Kyrgyzstan, located in the Fergana Valley in the south of the country and often referred to as the "capital of the south". It is the oldest city in the country (estimated to be more than 3000 years old), and has served as the administrative center of Osh Region since 1939. The city has an ethnically mixed population of about 255,800 in 2012, comprising Kyrgyz, Uzbeks, Russians, Tajiks, and other smaller ethnic groups. It is about 5 km away from the Uzbekistan border.
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1. Dushanbe to Osh on Pamir Highway
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Drive over stunning highland landscapes. Stay with local people along the way and experience the Pamiri culture. Enjoy panoramic views while doing the short hikes on your tour.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Fuel , Driver + his accommodation and meals
Exclusions: Client's accommodation + meals
Reviewed By pragyarai
We had booked a car with driver for 10 days from Osh to Bishkek (November 2019). When arranging our itinerary, Talant was very responsive to our emails, allowing for us to set up our trip with ease. Kuba was our driver and his friend, Muha, was there to help should we have any issues with snow covered roads in the Pamir Highway. We had the most remarkable tour with Kuba, who is not only an excellent driver but also speaks good English and has thorough knowledge of the region. During the trip, I unfortunately fell terribly ill, but Kuba went out of his way to drive me through the night (10 hours!) to the nearest hospital and acted as my translator/guide while I was being medically treated. After I recovered, he even took us back to where we had abruptly left the trip without any extra charge for himself. At every instance, we felt that Kuba and Muha truly cared about us and did their best to ensure that we had a memorable time. The trip itself, which not only included driving along the main Pamir Highway but also off-roading in eastern Tajikistan, was met with breath-taking views of the Pamir Mountains, immaculate lakes and beautiful pastures. Also, all homestays arranged for us were comfortable and the hosts were very welcoming. I would highly recommend using Visit Alay tours and having Kuba as their driver to anyone wanting an adventure of a lifetime – they will definitely deliver!
2. Walking Osh Tour
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Discover Osh by walking through its iconic sights, hearing the historical narrative and learning about the weird stuff. The tour’s walk-friendly route will take you through major sights including famous Soviet monuments and architecture, lush green parks and unusual urban phenomena. The best historical highlights, local narratives, and urban legends will accompany you throughout the tour. On top of your visual and intellectual exploration of the city, you will enjoy sampling Kyrgyz national drinks and locally produced honey. Finalize your journey with the best coffee and refreshing drinks of Osh, while getting bonus tips and recommendations for further travel.
Inclusions: Licensed Guide
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Reviewed By anulagalewska
Atabek is a competent, professional and fun guide who talks about local history and traditions in a very engaging way. In a short time he managed to show me the city through the eyes of a local. And his English is excellent! Highly recommended:)
3. Tajikistan & Kyrgyzstan cultural tour along Pamir Highway
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Highlights: • Museum of Antiquities – rich with wonderful collection of Buddhist art from the lost cities of ancient Kushan empire, the Greco-Bactrian periods’ with biggest in the world statue of Buddha in Nirvana. • Yashilkul Lake 3715m and travelling along enchanting Pamir Highway with epic landscapes surrounded by snowcapped peaks. • The cultural heritage of ancient Silk Road: ruins of ancient fortifications of Yamchun IV-I B.C and Kaahka III-I B.C, Buddhist ziggurats, petroglyphs and paintings of different ages, Pamiri house, solar calendars and other mysteries of Wakhan valley. • A day trek to the basecamp of Peak Engels 6507m with sightseeing of more than 8000 ancient petroglyphs dated back to Bronze era, remote areas with unspoiled nature, memorable views and lifestyle of locals in Langar. • Yak riding event in Eastern Pamirs, exploration of nomads culture and lifestyle and sightseeing of the base camp of Lenin Peak 7134m. Yurt-stay and fantastic views of Tulparkul lake 3500m
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water will be provided 1.5 liter per person per day
Exclusions: Tajikistan visa and GBAO permission
4. Osh City walking tour with Lepeshka making masterclass
Take a tour to Osh, a city with over 3000 years of history. You will visit the major sights, experience the oriental culture mixed with ancient and Soviet union history and modern life. Visit the holy mountain Sulaiman-Too (UNESCO Heritage) and the museum inside the mountains. Learn the traditions and specifics of Lepeshka bread. Dive in the atmosphere of lively and interesting bargain and trading at the oriental bazaars.
Inclusions: Guide service, Excursion, Transport, Water
Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Drinks, Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Reviewed By Globetrotting_blog
Thank you travel hub especially my wonderful tour guide Aiana and the tour driver Pavel. They have made this tour such a remarkable one. They went out of their way to make sure I am enjoying every aspect of my trip, they would search for the best places to dine in, they will make sure that I am well taken care of during the entirely of my voyage. Not to mention the incredible locations I have seen which I shall never forget. This was one of my best vacations and I highly recommend it to every one! Kyrgustan you were amazing!
5. Uzbekistan & Kyrgyzstan 11d10n
IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU? Trip Type: Small and Big Group Group trips average __ travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The minimum is usually no less than 4, and the maximum is no more than 60 but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details. Travel Style: Classic All of the sightseeing, culture, access, and You-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price. Service Level: Standard Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport. Physical Grading: 2 - Light Light walking and nothing too challenging.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3*/4*Hotel accommodation in double/ twin room sharing;, All transfers and full transportation services in an air-conditioned vehicles;, Bullet train economy class tickets (Kok-Tas, Tas-Sam & Buk-Tas), English (another languages are available upon guest request )-speaking guide;, Entrance fees to sights, museums, mausoleums; , 0.5mL mineral water per day/person;
Exclusions: International and Domestic air fare to/from , Lunches and dinners (HB + 100 USD pp) (FB + 210 USD pp), Tips for local staff;, Any services not included in the above itinerary;
6. Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan (13d12n)
Trip Type: Small and Big Group Group trips average __ travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The minimum is usually no less than 4, and the maximum is no more than 50 but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details. Central Asia Three stans - stretches from the Caspian Sea in the west to China in the east and from Afghanistan in the south to Russia in the north. It is also colloquially referred to as "the -stans" as the countries generally considered to be within the region all have names ending with the Persian suffix "-stan", meaning "land of". Central Asia has historically been closely tied to its nomadic peoples and the Silk Road. It has acted as a crossroads for the movement of people, goods, and ideas between Europe, Western Asia, South Asia, and East Asia. The Silk Road connected Muslim lands with the people of Europe, India, and China.
Inclusions: 3*/4*Hotel accommodation in double/ twin room sharing;, All transfers and full transportation services in an air-conditioned vehicles;, Bullet train - economy class tickets, English(upon guest request another languages)-speaking guide;, Entrance fees to sights, museums, mausoleums;, 0.5mL mineral water and sweet fresh fruit per day/person;, Breakfasts at hotel
Exclusions: International and Domestic air fare to/from, Meals (Half Board + 100$ p.p. and Full Board with folk show +200$ p.p.), Any services not included in the above itinerary
7. Highlights of Tajikistan
Highlights of Tajikistan from Osh to Dushanbe and Fann Mountains Explore the highlights of Tajikistan on this thrilling tour. Drive over stunning highland landscapes on Pamir Highway. Discover the blue-colored alpine lakes and the scenic ranges of Pamir & Fann Mountains. Stay with local people and experience the local culture in Wakhan and Jiseu Valleys. Get the lifetime experience on this fascinating tour opening the highlights of the country.
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking driver , All meals and accommodations of the driver
Exclusions: Plane tickets , Health insurance, Alcoholic drinks , All the meals and accommodation of tourists
Reviewed By gillyExmoor
Had the best time! We also had an amazing driver, would highly recommend - great English and very knowledgable, safe & friendly! Muhammed Karimov drove us all around Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. He was fantastic
8. Unforgettable tour to southern Kyrgyzstan
Highlights: Bishkek city tour/Too Ashuu pass/ Chychkan gorge/Sary Chelek/ Arslanbob/ Osh city tour
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Water
Exclusions: Early check in , Single supplement, Personal expenses
Reviewed By PandaHouston
I contacted BEX via email and the responses were very quick which I really appreciated. I arranged for a driver to pick us up at the Korday Border in Kazakhstan to drop us off at our hotel in Almaty - DoubleTree Almaty. We paid 2600 som in cash. Initially they sent me the driver information with the name, phone number, car type and license plate. Then they changed the driver the day before. On the day we crossed the border from Kyrgyzstan, I could not find our driver so I emailed BEX and they changed the driver yet again and we had to wait 10 minutes for him to show up. We were told the original driver got sick. The car they used was an older Mercedes but it was quite comfortable. The drive took 3.5 hours because there was some road construction. When we walked out to Korday, there were actually ALOT of drivers asking if we wanted to go to Almaty. We even had someone say he would take us for 10000 tenge which is quite a bit less than what we actually paid. So if you don't mind negotiating a bit, you can get a car pretty easily. However, if you want peace of mind, I would recommend BEX. When I contacted other companies, it was actually quite a bit more.
9. Epic and thrilled Road Trip to Pamir Highway with local driver
Highway that goes between Dushanbe and Osh considered one of the highest and epic road trips in the world. Due to the poor condition of the roads and harsh climate make this trip off-road. Most part of the tour goes along wild and untouched nature and mountains. Everything in this trip is different from landscapes to peoples culture and everything in between. Amazing views of alpine lakes, warmest hospitality of local people and untouched limitless mountain ranges will take travelers breathe away. Pamir Highway that located through two former soviet countries is now open for travelers and adventurers from all over the world. Hire a experienced local driver with us and he will your trip through this harsh environment super smooth and comfortable.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Experienced driver, Drivers accommodation and meal, Fuel for vehicle and other related expanses, Road trip planning, Booking of accommodations along the trip
Exclusions: Travelers accommodation, Travelers meal, Drinking water and alcohol, Snacks
Reviewed By Petros M
With Mukhammed Ali I booked a 3 Days Tour in Kyrgyzstan together with a friend of mine, following my own intensive travel plan. The end of the trip was in Almaty (KZ). Mukhammed Ali is a honest person, professional and polite and he answered always in good English to all my messages and questions. The price of the Tour was also really competitive. Unfortunately I never met him as he was busy during our days in his beautiful Country. He organized the Tour with his friend driver named Elaman who had a good car. Elaman is a nice and polite young guy that speaks more than basic English, enough to be understood. He is honest, flexible and always willing to help. We had a great time in Kyrgyzstan, peoples are fantastic and the nature is in its best!
