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10-Day Central Asia Adventure
Kazakhstan. Kyrgyzstan. Uzbekistan.
$
850
$
Explore the Best of Central Asia: Mountains, Lakes & the Silk Road
Embark on an unforgettable 10-day adventure through the heart of Central Asia. Travel from Kazakhstan’s breathtaking Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lakes to Kyrgyzstan’s remote nomadic lands and Issyk-Kul Lake. Witness ancient eagle hunting traditions, stay in traditional yurts, and soak in the beauty of Song Kul. Conclude your journey in Uzbekistan’s legendary Silk Road cities—Samarkand and Bukhara—where history comes alive in grand mosques and bustling bazaars.
This tour blends off-the-beaten-path nature with deep cultural immersion, making it the perfect choice for adventure seekers and history lovers alike.
Embark on an unforgettable 10-day adventure through the heart of Central Asia. Travel from Kazakhstan’s breathtaking Charyn Canyon and Kolsai Lakes to Kyrgyzstan’s remote nomadic lands and Issyk-Kul Lake. Witness ancient eagle hunting traditions, stay in traditional yurts, and soak in the beauty of Song Kul. Conclude your journey in Uzbekistan’s legendary Silk Road cities—Samarkand and Bukhara—where history comes alive in grand mosques and bustling bazaars.
This tour blends off-the-beaten-path nature with deep cultural immersion, making it the perfect choice for adventure seekers and history lovers alike.
Duration
10 days
Activity level
easy
Season
all year round
10-Day Central Asia Tour Itinerary
Day 1
Almaty to Saty Village (Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lake)
Morning: Start your journey from Almaty at 8:00 a.m. Drive to Charyn Canyon, a stunning natural wonder known for its "Valley of Castles." Spend 2-3 hours exploring the canyon.
Midday: Enjoy lunch at Tary Restaurant.
Afternoon: Continue your drive to Saty Village with a stop at Kolsai Lake for breathtaking views and free time to relax.
Evening: Dinner and overnight at Kolsai Hotel or a local guesthouse.
Midday: Enjoy lunch at Tary Restaurant.
Afternoon: Continue your drive to Saty Village with a stop at Kolsai Lake for breathtaking views and free time to relax.
Evening: Dinner and overnight at Kolsai Hotel or a local guesthouse.
Day 2
Kaindy Lake and Kolsai Lake Exploration
Morning: After breakfast, visit the mystical Kaindy Lake, famous for its submerged forest. Enjoy a 2-3 hour walk around the area.
Midday: Return to Saty Village for lunch.
Afternoon: Spend time at Kolsai Lake, enjoying free time for hiking, photography, or simply soaking in the serene surroundings.
Evening: Return to your hotel or guesthouse for dinner and overnight.
Midday: Return to Saty Village for lunch.
Afternoon: Spend time at Kolsai Lake, enjoying free time for hiking, photography, or simply soaking in the serene surroundings.
Evening: Return to your hotel or guesthouse for dinner and overnight.
Day 3
Saty to Karakol (Crossing into Kyrgyzstan)
Morning: After breakfast, drive to Kyrgyzstan, passing through the striking Black and Moon Canyons with panoramic stops.
Midday: Lunch in Karakol city.
Afternoon: Explore Karakol's main attractions, including the Dungan Mosque, Orthodox Church, and local bazaars.
Evening: Wrap up the day with a Dungan cooking masterclass. Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Karakol.
Midday: Lunch in Karakol city.
Afternoon: Explore Karakol's main attractions, including the Dungan Mosque, Orthodox Church, and local bazaars.
Evening: Wrap up the day with a Dungan cooking masterclass. Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Karakol.
Day 4
Altyn Arashan / Sary-Jaz – Kara Tash Hot Springs
Morning: Breakfast at the guesthouse. Depart for an excursion to Altyn Arashan (a scenic alpine valley with hot springs) or Sary-Jaz (a remote wilderness near the Chinese border).
Midday: Relax in the Kara Tash Hot Springs, soaking in natural thermal pools surrounded by mountains.
Afternoon: Return to the guesthouse for a traditional lunch.
Evening: Drive back to Karakol, enjoy dinner, and overnight at a local hotel.
Midday: Relax in the Kara Tash Hot Springs, soaking in natural thermal pools surrounded by mountains.
Afternoon: Return to the guesthouse for a traditional lunch.
Evening: Drive back to Karakol, enjoy dinner, and overnight at a local hotel.
Day 5
Zhety Oguz – Barskoon – Fairy Tale Canyon – Yurt Camp
Morning: Breakfast, then drive to Zhety Oguz Gorge for a photo stop at the famous "Seven Bulls" red rock formations.
Midday: Hike (1-2 hours) to Barskoon Waterfall and enjoy lunch in a scenic mountain setting.
Afternoon: Visit Fairy Tale Canyon, known for its colorful rock formations. Take a short walk through the canyon’s unique landscapes.
Evening: Arrive at a yurt camp near Issyk-Kul Lake. Enjoy dinner by the fire and overnight in a traditional yurt.
Midday: Hike (1-2 hours) to Barskoon Waterfall and enjoy lunch in a scenic mountain setting.
Afternoon: Visit Fairy Tale Canyon, known for its colorful rock formations. Take a short walk through the canyon’s unique landscapes.
Evening: Arrive at a yurt camp near Issyk-Kul Lake. Enjoy dinner by the fire and overnight in a traditional yurt.
Day 6
Kadzhisai to Bishkek (Eagle Hunting)
Morning: After breakfast, head to Aksai Canyon for a unique eagle hunting demonstration, showcasing this ancient Kyrgyz tradition
Midday: Drive to Bishkek, stopping for lunch en route and visiting the historic Burana Tower, a remnant of the ancient Silk Road.
Evening: Dinner in Bishkek and overnight at a city hotel.
Midday: Drive to Bishkek, stopping for lunch en route and visiting the historic Burana Tower, a remnant of the ancient Silk Road.
Evening: Dinner in Bishkek and overnight at a city hotel.
Day 7
Bishkek to Tashkent
Morning: Enjoy breakfast, then explore Bishkek’s highlights, including Osh Market, Ala-Too Square, and the Central Mosque.
Midday: Lunch in Bishkek before transferring to the airport.
Evening: Fly to Tashkent. Transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Midday: Lunch in Bishkek before transferring to the airport.
Evening: Fly to Tashkent. Transfer to your hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 8
Tashkent to Samarkand
Morning: After breakfast, take a fast train to Samarkand (08:30–10:20).
Midday: Begin your city tour, visiting Gur-Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Siyab Bazaar, Ulugbek Observatory, and Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis.
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in Samarkand.
Midday: Begin your city tour, visiting Gur-Emir Mausoleum, Registan Square, Bibi-Khanym Mosque, Siyab Bazaar, Ulugbek Observatory, and Shakhi-Zinda Necropolis.
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight in Samarkand.
Day 9
Samarkand to Bukhara
Morning: Take the speed train to Bukhara (09:00–11:30) after breakfast.
Midday: Enjoy lunch and check in to your hotel.
Afternoon: Tour Bukhara’s historic gems, including Sitora-i Mohi Hosa Palace, Bahauddin Naqshbandi Complex, and Chor-Bakr Necropolis.
Evening: Dinner at a European-style restaurant. Overnight in Bukhara.
Midday: Enjoy lunch and check in to your hotel.
Afternoon: Tour Bukhara’s historic gems, including Sitora-i Mohi Hosa Palace, Bahauddin Naqshbandi Complex, and Chor-Bakr Necropolis.
Evening: Dinner at a European-style restaurant. Overnight in Bukhara.
Day 10
Bukhara to Tashkent (Return to Almaty)
Morning: Explore Bukhara’s key sights, including the Ismail Samani Mausoleum, Chor-Minor, Chashma-Ayub Mausoleum, Poli-Kalon Ensemble, and Miri-Arab Madrasa.
Midday: Visit the local bazaar for souvenirs and enjoy lunch.
Evening: Take the fast train to Tashkent (15:00–19:20) and transfer to hotel or airport. Finish the tour.
Midday: Visit the local bazaar for souvenirs and enjoy lunch.
Evening: Take the fast train to Tashkent (15:00–19:20) and transfer to hotel or airport. Finish the tour.
