SOUTH OFF ROAD TOUR KYRGYZSTAN

Season: May - September (Best: End of May, June, September)

Duration: 8-day, 8-night

Transport: 4WD off road car (2-4ppl)

Guided Languages: English 

Tour style: A combined adventure and cultural experience

In the morning, you will take a flight to Osh (1,110m a.s.l.). Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before starting your city tour. Discover the highlights of Osh, including the famous Throne of Solomon, a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers stunning views of the city. After the tour, you will check in at your hotel and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, where you can taste authentic local cuisine and relax after your first day of the journey.

Overnight at Osh city (hotel)

Meal: BLD

Today you will wake up early for a long but beautiful journey to the Alay Valley. After breakfast, you will drive towards the Sary Mogol village, where you will stop for lunch and a short rest. Then, continue for about an hour to reach the breathtaking Tulpar Kul Lake (3,500m a.s.l.). Upon arrival, you will check in at the yurt camp. In the evening, take time to enjoy the peaceful mountain scenery and relax after dinner under the starry sky.

Overnight at Tulpar Kol lake (yurt camp)

Meal: BLD

Note: Shared bathroom facilities near the yurt

In the morning, after breakfast, you will go on a horseback ride to explore the scenic Achik Tash Valley, reaching the first base camp of Lenin Peak (4,400m a.s.l.). You will return to yurt camp for lunch, enjoying a meal with a beautiful view of the surrounding mountains. After lunch, you will begin your drive towards the town of Gulcho (1,540m a.s.l.) — the homeland of Kurmanjan Datka, the legendary female leader in Kyrgyz history. The road will take you through stunning mountain landscapes and wide open valleys. Upon arrival in Gulcho, you will check in at your guesthouse and enjoy a relaxing dinner, ending the day in a calm and cozy atmosphere.

Overnight at Gulcho town (guest house)

Meal: BLD

 After breakfast, you will visit the Kurmanjan Datka Museum, where you will immerse yourself in the fascinating  history of this legendary leader. You will then drive towards Uzgen, where you will take part in a cooking master class to prepare plov — a traditional Central Asian rice dish — together with a local family in their home. You will enjoy the delicious meal you have prepared and then continue to explore the old part of Uzgen city, which was built in the 10th century. Afterward, you will continue your journey to Arslanbob village (1,800m a.s.l.). Upon arrival, you will immediately explore the renowned walnut forest Arslanbob — the largest wild walnut forest in the world, with some trees reaching up to 30 meters in height and over 1,000 years old. Dinner with a local family and warm Kyrgyz hospitality will follow.

Overnight: Arslanbob village (guest house)

Meal: BLD

 Today, you will start with a trekking excursion to one of the nearby waterfalls, surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the ancient walnut forest. After the trek, you will begin your drive towards Sary Chelek Lake. The route is exceptionally scenic, with stunning mountain landscapes and picturesque valleys — you will have opportunities to stop along the way, take short breaks, and fully enjoy the views. On the way, you will also stop in one of the villages for lunch. By late afternoon, you will reach Arkyt village (1,320m a.s.l.), where you will stay overnight. In the evening, you will enjoy dinner and relax at a local guesthouse.

Overnight: Arkyt village (guest house)

Meal: BLD 

 Our day begins with an invigorating hike to the shores of the stunning Sary Chelek Lake (1,873 m a.s.l.), whose name means “Yellow Bucket”. Nestled within the Sary Chelek Nature Reserve in the Jalal-Abad region of western Kyrgyzstan, this lake is the largest of seven sparkling lakes in the Chatkal Mountain Range. You will take a boat ride across its crystal-clear waters, surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks and lush forests, and enjoy a picnic lunch amidst pristine nature. After hiking back to the village, the day will conclude with a warm dinner hosted by a local family — a perfect ending to a day filled with fresh air, beauty, and tranquility.

Overnight: Arkyt village (guest house)

Meal: BLD

 After a good rest and breakfast, you will set off on a long but scenic drive toward the breathtaking Chychkan Gorge. This picturesque gorge winds between towering cliffs and lush pine forests, offering some of the most impressive mountain landscapes in Kyrgyzstan. Along the way, you will stop at the Toktogul Reservoir — the largest in Central Asia — and enjoy the unique natural beauty of the region. By evening, you will arrive at your guesthouse in Chychkan Gorge, where a warm dinner and a cozy rest await you. The rest of the evening will be an opportunity to relax and take in the peaceful atmosphere of the gorge, surrounded by the sounds of nature. 

Overnight: Chychkan gorge (guest house)

Meal: BLD

 On the final day of your journey, you will drive back to Bishkek. Along the way, you will stop in the Suusamyr Valley — one of the largest and most beautiful alpine pastures in Kyrgyzstan. This high-mountain valley is known for its wide green meadows, where locals bring their animals to graze during the summer — a tradition that has been part of Kyrgyz nomad life for centuries. You will also visit a local nomad family to experience their way of life and enjoy a homemade lunch together in their yurt. By evening, you will arrive in Bishkek.

Your journey through Kyrgyzstan concludes here — filled with memories of majestic mountains, warm hospitality, and the timeless spirit of the nomadic land.

Overnight: Bishkek city (hotel)

Meal: BLD