The Great Nomad Journey
from
1950€
duration
13 days
Max people
10
Min Age
12 years
About this tour
A 13-day journey to experience nomadic life first-hand. We will ride on horseback through mountains above 4,000 meters, sleep in yurts with local families, and cross valleys where traditions are still passed down from generation to generation. We will visit villages, markets and real nomad camps, sharing meals, stories and moments with people who remain connected to the land and the rhythm of the seasons. This experience is designed for travelers who seek authenticity, nature, living culture and genuine human connection without intermediaries or staged performances.
highlights
Horseback riding through valleys and mountains above 4.000 m
Access to nomad families we know personally
Local games and traditions not prepared for tourists
Swimming in alpine lakes and natural hot springs
Routes and camps far from tourist circuits
What’s included
Accommodation in yurts and guesthouses
Horses and local guides
Ground transportation
All meals and non-alcoholic drinks
Cultural activities
Professional tour guide
Entrance fees to natural areas
Flights
Alcoholic beverages
Insurance
Itinerary
Welcome to Kyrgyzstan where snow-capped peaks meet wide open steppes and living nomadic traditions. This journey immerses you in alpine lakes, horseback routes, and yurt hospitality, revealing a vibrant culture, untouched nature, and the quiet magic of life in the high mountains.
DAY 1 -
Arrival in Bishkek
DAY 2 -
Road to Kochkor
DAY 3 -
Encounter with Nomadic Life
DAY 4 -
Journey to Lake Son-Kol
DAY 5 -
Nomad Life by Son-Kol
DAY 6 -
Return via New Mountain Routes
DAY 7 -
Ascent to Lake Kol-Ukok
DAY 8 -
Toward Lake Kol-Tor and Return to Kochkor
DAY 9 -
Journey East Around Issyk-Kul
DAY 10 -
Into the Mountains of Karakol
DAY 11 -
Horseback Ascent to Ala-Kol Lake
DAY 12 -
Animal Market and Lake Road Return
DAY 13 -
Return to Bishkek and Farewell
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The Great Nomad Journey
13 days
HORSE/4X4 — Live the nomad lifestyle on horseback across high valleys and alpine lakes. A horseback expedition in Kyrgyzstan, staying with real nomads and following ancient steppe routes.
Bishkek • Kochkor • Son-Kul • Kol-Ukok • Kol-Tor • Issyk-Kul • Karakol • Ala-Kol • Bishkek
From
1950€
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HORSE/4X4 — Ride into a nomad adventure on horseback through high valleys and crystal alpine lakes. Cross Kyrgyzstan on horseback, sharing yurts with local families and tracing ancient steppe routes.
Bishkek • Kochkor • Son-Kul • Kol-Ukok • Kol-Tor • Bishkek
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