A 14-day grand circuit of Kyrgyzstan — Bishkek, the Toktogul Reservoir, the alpine Sary-Chelek lake, the walnut forests of Arslanbob, a nomad yurt camp on Son-Kul Lake, the Tash Rabat caravanserai, Skazka Canyon, Jety-Oguz Valley, and Issyk-Kul Lake. Voyzo runs this route as a fully private tour — your own vehicle and driver throughout, rather than the group transfers the source itinerary is normally booked with.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Manas International Airport, Bishkek.
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Day 1 — Welcome to Kyrgyzstan
City exploration including Ala-Too Square, the State Historical Museum, Oak Park, and Osh Bazaar, with a farewell dinner of national dishes.
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Day 2 — Bishkek to Toktogul
Travel through mountain passes and across the Suusamyr valley to Toktogul, home to Kyrgyzstan's largest reservoir.
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Day 3 — Sary-Chelek Lake
Journey to the Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve, exploring one of the most beautiful lakes in the world at 1,800m, ringed by walnut, apple, and pear trees.
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Day 4 — Sary-Chelek to Arslanbob
Travel along the Naryn River to Arslanbob, a small village surrounded by a unique walnut-fruit forest.
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Day 5 — Walking the Walnut Forest
Hike to waterfalls and panoramic viewpoints, picnicking in the walnut forest and joining a family dinner.
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Day 6 — Arslanbob to Kazarman
Cross the Fergana Valley with a lunch stop in Jalal-Abad, arriving at a guesthouse known for its local hospitality.
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Day 7 — A Yurt Camp on Son-Kul
Travel to the high-altitude Son-Kul Lake, experiencing the hospitality of the nomads with an overnight yurt stay.
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Day 8 — The Tash Rabat Caravanserai
Journey through the Moldo-Ashuu mountain pass to Tash Rabat, a historical monument founded by monks in the 10th century, before returning to the Son-Kul yurt camp.
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Day 9 — Handicrafts & a Music Show
Watch Kyrgyz women producing felt in Kochkor, then attend a traditional music and folk instrument concert.
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Day 10 — Skazka Canyons
Drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, with an optional eagle hunter meeting, then visit Skazka Canyon's natural rock formations and a Russian bath.
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Day 11 — Jety-Oguz Valley & Karakol
Explore the 'seven bulls' rock formations and the 'Broken Heart' rock, then visit Karakol's Russian Orthodox cathedral and Dungan mosque, tasting the regional dish ashlan-fu.
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Day 12 — Semenov Gorge & Cholpon-Ata
Explore the Grigoriev and Semenov Gorges on Issyk-Kul's northern shore, with picnics and nature walks, then visit the Ruh Ordo cultural center.
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Day 13 — Boom Gorge & Return to Bishkek
Pass through the Boom Gorge, visit the Burana Tower and the remains of the ancient Balasagun town, with market shopping and a traditional farewell dinner.
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Day 14 — Farewell to Kyrgyzstan
An optional final city exploration before your airport departure.
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Departure
An optional final city exploration in Bishkek precedes your airport transfer to Manas International Airport for departure.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — Voyzo runs this route with your own vehicle and driver throughout, rather than the shared group transfers the source itinerary normally uses.
Yes — days 4 and 5 are spent around Arslanbob, home to one of the world's largest natural walnut forests.
Two — day 7 and day 8 both overnight at the same nomad yurt camp on Son-Kul Lake, with a day trip to Tash Rabat in between.
Yes — at 14 days it's the most complete of Voyzo's Kyrgyzstan itineraries, covering the walnut forests in the south, the high lakes, and the Issyk-Kul region in one trip.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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