Kyrgyzstan biking 03

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 3

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 8 days 

Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Kayindi village - Keuk-Ayrik pass - Chon Sary Oi village - Tamchi village - Kochkor - Sarybulak - Jalpak pass - Bishkek city 

Explore really wild places in the heavenly mountains of Kyrgyzstan! We want to present you a biking tour, which routes will be along untouched mountain gorges where it is still possible to meet genuine nomads. It is a perfect chance to feel the nature, because you will cycle in places that are so far from the civilization. During your adventure you will see yurts - nomadic felt dwellings, which are very unique and their owners will invite you for a cup of tea or kymis (traditional Kyrgyz drink). 

Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek
From the International Airport of Manas you will be collected by your guide and accompanied to Bishkek (the capital of Kyrgyz Republic). Transfer to Bishkek city takes half an hour. Upon arrival in Bishkek you will start the day with a nice breakfast. You will have a rest after accommodation in the hotel*** that is situated in a tranquil part of the city. Today an excursion will be organized to Ala-Archa Natural Park, which is located 45 km. south Bishkek in the Ala-Arch gorge, on the Kyrgyz Ridge (a spur of Tien-Shan). In order to have a nice view of this famous gorge you will go on the top of the mountain. Drive back to Bishkek. Dinner will be served at 7 o'clock in the evening. Overnight is in the hotel***. 
 
Day 2: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Kayindi village
This day you will be transferred (200 km) by vehicle from Bishkek city to the Valley of Chon Kemin. The road passes along the Kyrgyz Range that has various astonishing gorges, which magnetize lots of travelers. From the road we will have amazing views of snow capped mountain tops. En route we will stop to visit the Tower of Burana - minaret that dated the end of 11th century A. D. (the oldest minaret in Central Asia) and the cemetery Balbans - stone warriors that refer to the Turkic Period. Arrival in Kayindi Village. After that the ride is for about 50 km. Near Keuk-Ayrik River (2290 alt.) we will spend this night in tents. 

Day 3: Ride, Keuk-Ayrik Pass 3889m - Chon Sary Oi Village - transfer Tamchi Village
Today we ride in direction of Issyk Kul lake, via Keuk Ayrik pass. Our car doesn't drive with us. Lunch on the Keuk Ayrik pass. Then, down. Our driver will meet us in the Sary Oi village. Transfer to Tamchi village. Tamch is situated on the northern shore of the Issyk Kul Lake. This lake is the second largest alpine lake in the world (1608m. above sea level). The Lake is also called "the pearl of Central Asia". Thanks to the salty water, Lake Issyk Kul possesses curative qualities. Night is in the Guesthouse. 
 
Day 4: Transfer Tamchi - Kochkor - Sarybulak
We start our trip to Kochkor village by car via Orto Tokoi water collecting reservoir in the morning. You will meet a family in the Kochkor Village that shows you the way the Kyrgyz national felt carpets are produced. During this felt show you even can create your own carpet together with them. In Kochkor village you will also visit the Kyrgyz handicraft museum. After that, you ride to Sary Bulak village (2310 m. alt., 38 km) by the asphalt road. Transfer (7 km, 2390m. alt.) by bike on dirt road to the confluence of Biulioomiu and Kara-Kudjur Rivers. Overnight stay is in tents.

Day 5: Ride by bike to the foot of Jalpak pass (58 km, 3345 m)
This day we start our cycle to the foot of Jalpak Pass, which amazing mountain views will take you away. It is wonderful place! Landscape in the gorge is similar to tundra.  You will be surprised with mountains views diversity on the way. You could enjoy its beauty in full, as this place is rather far away from civilization. The cycling is on dirt road, but in satisfactory condition of moderate complexity. We will spend this night in the tent camp.  
 
Day 6: Ride to the Jalpak pass (3345m. alt.) - Bishkek
This morning we cycle to Jalpak Pass. Afterwards we descend down (25 km) to the Valley of Korumdu, next to the region of Kara Saz till Dzhylangach river (the confluence of  Dzhylangach and Balgart Rivers forms the River of Kichi-Naryn). We will drive after lunch to Bishkek. Through the views of untouched nature you will be carried away by the amazing sceneries. On arrival in Bishkek you will have free time to go for shopping and to walk. You will have a dinner in a restaurant in the evening. This night you will spend in the hotel***.
 
Day 7: Bishkek
This morning yuo will have a city tour. The tour includes the visiting of many interesting places, such as: Ala-Too Central Square, the History Museum, Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Art Gallery, Pobeda Square (Victory Square), National Philharmonic.  Afterwards we will visit famous oriental bazaar of Osh. You will walk there and bargain for different goods. A farewell dinner will be served at 7 o'clock in the evening. Overnight stay is in the hotel***. 
 
Day 8: Transfer to the airport
You will be collected from the hotel by your guide at the pick up time arranged beforehand according to your flight details and accompanied to the Airport of Manas.

 


There is also a list of other biking tours:

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 1

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Son Kul Lake - Kyzyl Korgon Canyon - Kyrk-Kyz Pass - Ter Jailak Pass - Toluk Village - Toktogul Village - Bishkek City

Kyrgyzstan is waiting for you if you like bike tours! Kyrgyz Republic is famous for mountain biking tours and now you can also have an opportunity to travel there! We would like to offer bike tour that you will like without doubt. It includes the most famous mountain roads of the republic. In order to see pristine nature and unforgettable views you will cycle along the gorges and Mountain Rivers. Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 2

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Naryn town - Tash Rabat caravanserai - Moldo village - Son Kul lake - Kyzyl Korgon canyon - Bishkek city

In Kyrgyzstan cycling is very popular among the travelers. They come in Kyrgyz Republic to have biking along our beautiful gorges and to find out more about the nomadic way of lifestyle. You will see different landscapes of Kyrgyzstan during one bike tour. You will be surprised that the views change so fast. Lots of people, who are fond of biking, arrive in our republic, and all of them want to come back here one more time. Read the tour...

 

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 3

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 8 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Kayindi village - Keuk-Ayrik pass - Chon Sary Oi village - Tamchi village - Kochkor - Sarybulak - Jalpak pass - Bishkek city 

Explore really wild places in the heavenly mountains of Kyrgyzstan! We want to present you a biking tour, which routes will be along untouched mountain gorges where it is still possible to meet genuine nomads. It is a perfect chance to feel the nature, because you will cycle in places that are so far from the civilization. During your adventure you will see yurts - nomadic felt dwellings, which are very unique and their owners will invite you for a cup of tea or kymis (traditional Kyrgyz drink). Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 4

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 12 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Kochkor - Sarybulak - Kichi-Naryn - Naryn town - Son Kul Lake - Kyzyl Korgon canyon - Kyrk-Kyz pass - Ter Jailak pass - Toluk village - Toktogul village - Bishkek City

Explore really wild places in the heavenly mountains of Kyrgyzstan! We want to present you a biking tour, which routes will be along untouched mountain gorges where it is still possible to meet genuine nomads. It is a perfect chance to feel the nature, because you will cycle in places that are so far from the civilization. During your adventure you will see yurts - nomadic felt dwellings, which are very unique and their owners will invite you for a cup of tea or kymis (traditional Kyrgyz drink). Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 5

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 11 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Dzhylangach river - Kichi-Naryn - Naryn town - Tash Rabat caravanserai - Moldo village - Son Kul lake - Bishkek city

People from all over the world come to Kyrgyzstan to enjoy its nature. Biking tours are very popular in Kyrgyz Republic. 93% of our country represents mountainous landscape. That is why you can visit so many unbelievable gorges during your biking tour. Your adventure will comprise also the visiting of the most famous places in the republic. You will also have a great opportunity to make the acquaintance of the genuine nomads and to see their nomadic way of lifestyle. Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 6

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Tash Rabat caravanserai - Moldo village - Kyzyl Korgon canyon - Kyrk-Kyz pass - Ter Jailak pass - Toluk village - Toktogul village - Bishkek city

Kyrgyzstan is waiting for you if you like bike tours! Kyrgyz Republic is famous for mountain biking tours and now you can also have an opportunity to travel there! We would like to offer bike tour that you will like without doubt. It includes the most famous mountain roads of the republic. In order to see pristine nature and unforgettable views you will cycle along  the gorges and mountain rivers. Read the tour...

Kyrgyzstan biking: Tour 7

Destination: Kyrgyzstan

Activity: Bike tour

Duration of the tour: 10 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Tamchi village - Kochkor - Sarybulak - Jalpak pass - Dzhylangach river - Kichi-Naryn - Naryn town - Bishkek city

There is biking tour that you will certainly like. Kyrgyz republic is famous for mountain biking tours and now you also can take a chance to travel there! The country of the heavenly mountains is waiting for you! This bike tour comprises the most renowned mountain roads of the republic. In order to see Kyrgyz pristine nature and unforgettable landscapes you will be biking along Mountain Rivers and gorges. Read the tour...