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Tour to Kyrgyzstan (Grand canyon of Kyrgyzstan and horse riding in Chon Kemin)

Tour-to-Kyrgyzstan-(Grand-canyon-of-Kyrgyzstan-and-horse-riding-in-Chon-Kemin)

Key Tour Information

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Duration

2 days

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Group Size

2-12

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Hotels

3★

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Transport

Minivan

Overview

Discover Kyrgyzstan on Horseback: A Journey Through Nature and History

This unforgettable tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the breathtaking landscapes of Kyrgyzstan on horseback while diving into the rich history of this mysterious land.

You’ll visit the ancient Burana Tower complex and enjoy a scenic horseback ride through the vibrant Chon-Kemin Valley. Along the way, you'll experience the traditions of the Kyrgyz nomadic lifestyle firsthand.

Meeting Point: Main entrance of the State Historical Museum, Ala-Too Square, at 9:00 AM

What to Bring: Recommended items:

  • Warm clothing (for cooler weather while riding or staying overnight)

  • Hat

  • Reusable water bottle

  • Sunglasses

  • Camera

  • Day backpack

  • Safety gear for horseback riding (helmet, elbow/knee pads, back protector, etc.)

Required:

  • Comfortable, waterproof hiking boots

Kyrgyzstan travel highlights

  • The Culture and Hospitality of the East
  • Unique architecture
  • History and sights from the times of Genghis Khan and Alexander the Great to the present day
  • National cuisine, pilaf, samsa, lagman
  • Seasonal Kyrgyz fruits, vegetables, berries

Itinerary

Day 1: Bishkek city – Burana tower – Chon Kemin valley (170 km / 2,5 hours).

We will pick you up at 9 am from the place we agreed beforehand in Bishkek city .

The most popular place for horse riding is Chon Kemin, which is not far from Bishkek city. It takes 2 hours to reach Chon Kemin valley, but en route we make a detour.

Before we reach Chon Kemin valley we go to see an ancient tower “Burana” (1 hour drive from Bishkek).

Excursion also takes one hour when you will learn about early medieval time in Kyrgyzstan. Lunch in a local family house included.

One more hour to reach Kalmak Ashuu village to get accommodated in the Ashuu Tor guest house. Start horse riding after accommodation. Horses will be ready for you at the guest house. Local stableman will take you up to the Chon Kemin canyon to admire beautiful juicy green slopes, grass and alpine spruces. 2 hours of riding.

Dinner around 7 pm included in the guest house. Overnight.

Meals

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
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Please note that we use a local supplier for your arrival airport transfer, your driver may not speak English.
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