Tour Overview
Kyrgyzstan is one of the best-kept secrets of Central Asia. It is a magical land of snow-capped mountains that disappear into the clouds, alpine lakes with turquoise water, stunning gorges, glacial rivers and vast swathes of velvety grasslands dotted with wild horses and cattle grazing peacefully. Located to the north of India, Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked country but has the world’s second largest alpine lake, the Issyk-Kul. This weeklong guided self-drive road trip of the silk route in Kyrgyzstan will start and end in the country’s bustling capital, Bishkek. A MotoRover tour manager will be in the 'lead' car for navigation and the group will be followed by the 'sweep' car with a mechanic and first-aid kit on board to ensure that you get the support required to explore this foreign land.
All the paved roads on our route were part of the ancient silk route that was used for transporting silk and spices from China to the European continent. However, the real beauty of Kyrgyzstan reveals itself only when you venture off-road. Our route has a mix of paved and dirt road driving that takes you through breath-taking landscapes and mountain passes. That’s not all, carefully selected sights like the Tash Rabat caravanserai and cultural experiences like the traditional Kyrgyz horse games, eagle hunting show and the folklore show will give you an enriching insight into the nomadic lifestyle of the Kyrgyz. All you have to do is Arrive and drive!
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day | Route | Activity | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Arrival in Bishkek | Airport pickup, tour briefing and welcome dinner. | 0 km |
| Day 2 | Bishkek → Cholpon Ata | Car handover and the first driving day, followed by a horse game show. | 280 km |
| Day 3 | Cholpon Ata → Kochkor | Visit to Grigorievka gorge and a boat ride. | 240 km |
| Day 4 | Kochkor → Naryn via Kichi Naryn | Drive via Kichi Naryn with a picnic lunch and an eagle hunt show. | 240 km |
| Day 5 | Day trip to Tash Rabat | Visit to the Tash Rabat caravanserai, with lunch at a yurt camp. | 260 km |
| Day 6 | Naryn → Kochkor via Song Kul | Drive via Song Kul with a picnic lunch and a folklore show. | 240 km |
| Day 7 | Kochkor → Bishkek | Drive back to Bishkek, return of cars and farewell dinner. | 260 km |
| Day 8 | Departure from Bishkek | Individual airport drops as per flight schedule. Optional hotel stay extension if requested. | 0 km |
Vehicle Options
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Toyota 4Runner Automatic Transmission -
Mitsubishi Pajero Automatic Transmission -
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Automatic Transmission -
Nissan Patrol Automatic Transmission
Tour Inclusions
- Accommodation on twin-sharing basis for 7 nights in 4 star hotels and homestays (Single room supplement available)
- 7 breakfasts and dinners, 6 lunches
- Rental SUV
- Fuel for SUV
- Parking charges
- Limited liability damage insurance and 3rd party insurance for SUV
- MotoRover tour leader in lead SUV
- Lead car with Driver and local guide
- Backup car with mechanic
- Sightseeing
- Breakdown assistance
- Airport pickup and drop
- Medical assistance
- VISA assistance
- Tour Souvenirs
- Tour information booklet
Optional Services
- Single Room Supplement $280
- Extra Night in Bishkek (Twin) $175
- Extra Night in Bishkek (Single) $155
- Bishkek City Tour with Minivan & Guide (min. 4 pax) $50
Tour Exclusions
- Air tickets
- E-VISA expenses
- Personal expenses (alcohol, tip, Hotel minibar, etc.)
- SUV rental deposit: 30,000 KGS (approx. INR 30,000), to be paid by credit card
- Expenses for medical aid
- International Driving Permit
- Personal travel and accidental insurance
- Expenses for unforeseen circumstances
- Any service not mentioned as included
- 5% GST
- 5% TCS (refundable in next ITR)
Tour Details
Food and Water
Local meals (veg/non-veg): 7 breakfasts, 7 dinners and 6 lunches
Accommodation
4 star hotels and homestays, on twin-sharing basis. Single room upgrade available
Total Travel Distance
1500 Kms
Driving Time
4-5 hours every day with multiple breaks
Terrain
Mix of highways, Dirt roads, Interior roads & Twisty mountain roads
Air Connectivity
Bishkek has connecting flights from New Delhi/Mumbai via Almaty, Dubai, Sharjah and Istanbul.
Weather Forecast
Autumn season in the month of October, the average temperature you'll face in October would be between 5.0°C and 17.0°C.
Additional Costs
Airfare: INR 45,000 to 60,000
Visa: INR 5,000
Personal Travel Insurance: INR 2,000 to 3,000
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