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Horseback Adventure Through Kyrgyzstan: 10 Days

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

10 Days / 9 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 10-day journey through Kyrgyzstan on foot and on horseback — Bishkek, the Burana Tower, a multi-day horse trek over the Kalmak Ashuu Pass to Issyk-Kul Lake, and a final ride along the shores of Son-Kul Lake. Voyzo runs this route as a fully private tour — your own vehicle, driver, and local horse guides 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 — Airport to Bishkek

Airport pickup, hotel check-in, and a city tour of Ala-Too Square and the State Historical Museum, plus a walk through Oak Park and Osh Bazaar.

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Day 2 — Bishkek to Chon-Kemin

Visit the ancient Burana Tower minaret, then trek through the Chon-Kemin gorge with alpine views.

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Day 3 — Chon-Kemin to Kalmak Ashuu

Begin the horseback trek to the Akkytay pastures, with a panoramic valley viewpoint before continuing to the Kalmak Ashuu Pass for a night of camping.

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Day 4 — Kalmak Ashuu to Tamchy

Descend toward Issyk-Kul Lake by horse, with a picnic en route, reaching the lake region to swim and relax on the beach.

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Day 5 — Tamchy to Kyzart

Visit the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir and take part in a traditional felt-crafting masterclass in Kochkor before continuing to Kyzart village.

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Day 6 — Kyzart to Kilemche

Begin the horse trek through the Kilemche Valley, carpeted with mountain herbs and alpine flowers.

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Day 7 — Kilemche to Son-Kul

Cross a 3,400m pass to reach Son-Kul Lake and its yurt camp, experiencing nomadic hospitality and customs.

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Day 8 — Son-Kul Lake

A day of horseback riding along the Son-Kul lakeshore, with all meals served at the yurt camp.

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Day 9 — Son-Kul to Bishkek

Travel through the Boom Gorge with photo stops, lunch at a local restaurant, and market shopping for souvenirs.

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Day 10 — Departure

Hotel departure transfer to Manas Airport for your flight home.

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Departure

The trip ends with a drive back through the Boom Gorge to Bishkek for market shopping, before a hotel departure transfer to Manas Airport.

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 books your own vehicle, driver, and local horse guides for the whole trip, rather than the shared group transfers this route is normally sold with.
Multi-day horse treks run from day 3 through day 8, crossing the Kalmak Ashuu Pass and finishing with riding along the Son-Kul lakeshore — earlier and later days are by vehicle.
Basic riding experience is recommended given the multi-day mountain terrain; talk to your Voyzo agent about your experience level when booking.
The source itinerary excludes sleeping bags, mats, and helmets — your Voyzo agent can advise on what to bring or rent locally.
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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