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Things to do in Karakol, Issyk Kul Province: The Best Cultural Tours
Karakol (Kyrgyz: Каракол, Qaraqol/Karakol, قاراقول, Kyrgyz pronunciation: [qɑrɑqoɫ]), formerly Przhevalsk, is the fourth largest city in Kyrgyzstan, near the eastern tip of Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan, about 150 kilometres (93 mi) from the Kyrgyzstan-China border and 380 kilometres (240 mi) from the capital Bishkek. It is the administrative capital of Issyk-Kul Region. Its area is 44 square kilometres (17 sq mi), and its resident population was 66,294 in 2009 (both including Pristan'-Przheval'sk). To the north, on highway A363, is Tyup and to the southwest Jeti-Ögüz resort.
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1. 2 Days Best of Kyrgyz Canyons
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 7 reviews
This 2-day tour is a great combination of differernt experiences. This unique offer includes the most beatiful places and at the same time not very well promoted but great scenic canyons, which are totally different one from another. You will experience hiking, local cuisine, the most beautiful views and yurt stay just having short 2-day trip.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: International airfares to and from Bishkek, Travel insurance, Any meals or snacks not included in itinerary, Alcoholic beverages., Optional activities.
Reviewed By Nomiiiii
Feel Nomad is a great, professional, well-run company with reliable cars and english speaking guides who love to hike and explore as much as you do. I did the Canyons trip, along with extra days at Karakol and Ala Archa and it was all great. They were flexible with the itinerary based on my interests and mood, had great local knowledge, were able to setup yurt stays and guesthouse stays which typically would be harder for non Russian speakers to arrange, easy to talk to during the long drives, and best of all they were great at all the intense hiking Overall highly recommended specially if you want a nature/hiking/adventure focused tour when in Kyrgyzstan
2. The Heart of Kyrgyzstan
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 6 reviews
The Kyrgyz land is a place of the untouched wild nature where the people from ancient times still keep their traditions, customs, and culture. In the mountains, you can meet the modern nomads who do not change their lifestyle for centuries. Their simple life can go into the yurt, a felt house that Kyrgyz nomads set so skillfully and decorate it with such love by multi-colored carpets. A lot of incredible discoveries and positive impressions expect you during this trip.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Eagle Hunting, Yurt production
Exclusions: Single room supplement , Porters for baggage in hotels and airport, Early check in, Alcohol
Reviewed By solana1985
We rented a 4x4 to Travel Land to drive across Kyrgyzstan. It’s been a great service by a team of professionals! They have been really supportive during our trip. I fully recommend them.
3. Personal Advisor in Karakol
We will show you our tradition and culture from another side. You will see two sides: how to take a guest and how to be a guest. Important point: people will participate in all activities. We do not just show you the culture, we'll explain everything
Inclusions: Only national food, Private transportation, Gifts, Entrance
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4. 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;
5. 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
6. Kyrgyzstan Express Adventure Tour
Join this tour to experience not only natural beauty of Kyrgyzstan, but also the culture and lifestyle of its traditional nomadic people. It is an ideal package for those who have few days for an escape to nature and refreshment. Our professional guides will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the geography, as well as mentalities, livelihood and culture of the local communities.
Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Travel insurance
7. Adventure trip to central Asia: Along the Silk Road
A trip through the pearls of the Silk Road such as Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan is full of history, cultural treasures and natural wonders. The favourable geographical location of Central Asia once made it the centre of the Great Silk Road, and the creation of the oldest trading network in the world made an unmistakable contribution to the development of culture, traditions, but especially architecture. See Stone Age petroglyphs (prehistoric rock art), learn about the way of life of the locals in every country and meet hospitable people! Let yourself be inspired by the magic of Central Asia!
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, International flight Tashkent-Almaty in economy class, Domestic flights Tashkent-Urgench and Ashgabat-Mary in economy class , Invitation letter and registration fee for Turkmenistan , Round trip / excursions and all transfers in air-conditioned modern vehicles , 19xhotel accommodation in a double room,3xovernight stay in an inn in a double room,1xtent , Sightseeing program including entrance fees according to the itinerary, Cooking together of the Uzbek national dish - Plov with a local family in Uzbekistan, Experience the manufacturing process of the national felt carpets in Kochkor village in Kyrgyzstan, Local English speaking tour guide in every country , 1 litre of water per person per day during the whole itinerary
Exclusions: International scheduled flights , Folklore show in the Summer Palace in Khiva on day 3: ¬¬15 USD per person, Presentation in the theatre «El Merosi in Samarkand on the 8th day: $20 per
Reviewed By CatieGC
My tour of Bukhara was the highlight of my trip to Uzbekistan. My guide, Lola, was arguably the best tour guide I’ve had the pleasure to sightsee with. She had an exceptional knowledge of the history and landmarks and her enthusiasm of the subject matter was infectious. She tailored the tour to my interest and was extremely patient as I nerded out taking photographs. I so enjoyed my day with her and hope to get her as a guide again on my next trip to Uzbekistan. The tour was effortless with hotel pick up and drop off. I cannot recommend this tour highly enough! Well worth it!!
8. Highlights of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
This tour combine Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan and can show you the best and most beautiful part of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. If you are going to Kyrgyzstan, it is better to combine 2 stans.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Accommodation, Professional Guide, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Meals
Reviewed By Frankie_lam
Aidana was super helpful and professional! She helped arrange my 6-day solo tour in Kyrgyzstan based on my own personal preferences, travel style and budget. She was very informative and knowledgeable about her home country Kyrgyzstan. If you plan to visit this beautiful part of the grand Silk Road, I greatly recommend you reach out to Solto Holidays in order to get the most affordable package, which is bundled with excellent customer service and lots of flexibility.
9. The ultimate 5 day voyage around Issyk Kul lake
Issyk Kul is the second largest alpine lake in the world. And this incredible 5 day journey has been designed to become one of the best trips of your lifetime! 11 destinations and numerous experiences. Not being the longest one this tour implies all the authentic activities that you would experience only in Kyrgyzstan. Five beautiful and intense days around the charming and boundless lake will get you through its both sides: from the modern resorts on the northern coast, to the wild and pristine nature on the southern. You will be trying the national cuisine, riding a horse up to the waterfalls, sailing the endless lake on the boat, sleeping in a yurt, seeing wild animals, visiting museums with parks, roaming the canyons with gorges and so much more! Spend your unforgettable vacation this stunning way embarking on the tour which is a real treasure!
Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide, All the experiences and activities due to the program
Exclusions: Accommodation on the 5th night
Reviewed By JojitDXB
It’s a wonderful experience! Scenery is breathtaking. It’s a long drive but we didn’t get bored because our tour guide Ash is very knowledgeable and accommodating. Highly recommended.
10. 7 days Natural wonders of Issyk-Kul and Son-Kul lakes
Discover Natural wonders of Kyrgyzstan in 7 days. The tour is available from May till the end of Setember. Son-Kul lake is at an altitude of more than 3000 meters at sea level and еру heat comes to these parts in the second half of May . Majestic mountains, alpine lakes Son Kul and Issyk Kul, Barskoon Waterfalls, Fairy Tale canyon, spectacular valleys with natural hot springs. Activities: Eagle show, yurt stay, kyrgyz traditional food, hiking. Tasting local dishes. At request: horse riding
Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast
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Reviewed By E173TI_
It was a very interesting tour. First, we drove to the Burana tower, visited the museum took good pictures. Our guide Aibek told us the history of the ancient tower. After that, we stopped at a local cafe for local treat kattama bread. Then we drove and walked till the Canyon. There where 4-5 stone barriers which we had to pass. Canyons were amazing. Even its winter day there was almost no snow. Reddish beautiful rocks surrounded the area. The 2,5 km walk was worth of seeing this beauty. Thank you Aibek for a great tour.
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