Connect with Kyrgyz nomads' culture in the grasslands of the Tienshan Mountains.
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Kyrgyzstan Silk Road

Connect with Kyrgyz nomads on this adventurous style ramble around the Tienshan Mountains of central Kyrgyzstan. We are going 'cross country' on a circular route that will take us to Historic Osh and beyond to Lenin Peak base camp. We'll make our way into the Issy Kul basin by the back door and explore some of Kyrgyzstan's diverse Nature Reserves along the way.

We plan to get out and about on the ancient trade routes crossing both the Torugart and Irkeshtam Passes and learn about the steppe culture of this green and mountainous little republic.

ARRIVE EARLY ~ STAY LONGER
Talk to us about things to do if you would like to arrive in China a day or two earlier, or stay a little longer at the end of our tour.

$US

(ESTIMATE) 2017 PRICE TO BE CONFIRMED
cost is all inclusive, and based on twin share.
Single Room Supplement available
Escorted by
SRA tour leader for more than 6 travellers.
Local English speaking escort for 6 or less travellers
Trip duration
16 days
TEMPERATURE
10℃ - 25℃
ACCOMMODATION STYLE
Hotels, yurt camps and guest house
MEALS INCLUDED
TRAVEL STYLE
Passenger Vans
SIGHTSEEING
Included
DATES
Commences Kashgar
19 August 2017
Concludes Kashgar
03 September 2017
GROUP SIZE
12
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1 - Commence Kashgar
Our representative will meet you on arrival at Kashgar and transfer you to the hotel. There are no activities planned for the rest of the day.

Day 2 - to Sary Tash
We have to get away early today. There are China and Kyrgyz border formalities to complete and a fair distance to cover. Our route is via the Irkeshtam Pass with stunning views of the Pamir peaks. Arrive SaryTash late afternoon.

Day 3 - to Lenin Peak Base Camp
Drive to Lenin Peak base camp and have the rest of the day to explore at the base camp. Overnight at the base camp.

Day 4 - Lenin Peak Base Camp - To Osh
Lenin Peak base camp excursion this morning. After lunch drive to Osh. It will be a pity to turn our backs on the ice giants of the Kyrgyz Pamir but the Tienshan are next on our list and the way lies first to Osh.

Day 5 - Osh
This morning time to relax and after lunch sightseeing in Osh will include the bazaar and small museum on Suleiman mountain.

Day 6 - to Chychkan Gorge
Today we are off to the Ferghana Mountains by the legendary M41 Pamir Highway. We go by way of Jalalabad and the Toktogul reservoir to overnight at the Oson Motel in picturesque Chychkan Nature Reserve.

Day 7 - to Song Kul Lake
We follow the M41 for another 50km or so then take a right to climb into the Jungal River valley and follow our noses to the summer nomad encampments at Songkul Lake. Overnight in Yurts.

Day 8 - to Cholpon Ata
This morning we get away from Songkul enroute for Cholpon Ata on the northern shore of Lake Issykul. Time for a swim later this afternoon. Overnight hotel.

Day 9 - to Karakol
We plan to spend time at the open air Petroglyph site near Cholpon Ata before driving around the lake to Karakol. Arrive in Karakol and enjoy some relaxed sightseeing to include the Museum of Przhevalsky, the Orthodox Church and Dungan Mosque. Overnight Hotel.

Day 10 - Karakol
Drive to Jety Oguz Valley, easy walks and lunch at a yurt camp. Enroute to the gorge we have arranged an Eagle hunting demonstration.

Day 11 - Karakol
This morning a short drive to Karakol gorge, short walks in the valley. This afternoon stroll in the village streets and visit the local market.

Day 12 -to Kochkor
Drive along the southern shore of the lake to Kochkor, welcomed at local house for overnight. Felt making demonstration in the afternoon and also time to visit the local museum and shop.

Day 13 - to Tash Rabat
Drive via the 3035m Dolon pass to Naryn. After lunch continue to the 15th century Tash Rabat caravanserai. Time to walk in this beautiful valley, explore the old caravanserai and climb up the hill behind the Serai. Overnight in yurts.

Day 14 - to Kashgar
We need an early start today. There are border formalities to undergo, a bit of waiting around at immigration points and a fair bit of ground to cover to reach Kashgar. Overnight hotel.

Day 15 - Kashgar
Relaxing day in Kashgar - visit the Old City and wander through the lanes, visit Eid Kah Mosque, Abakhoja Mausoleum and the main bazaar.

Day 16 - Sunday Market - Conclude
This morning visit the Sunday livestock market.
Transfer to the airport for departure.

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