My Kyrgyz Road-Trip is a self-drive tour created by a family-run agency in Kyrgyzstan. My friend Aydow has been guiding travelers for years.
They designed a turnkey road trip for travelers who want to drive themselves, while still enjoying a clear and reassuring framework.
The itinerary is realistic, tried and tested, and adapted to local conditions as well as the long distances in Kyrgyzstan. Nothing is left to chance.
A big plus: Aydow speaks English and knows the country inside out.
Before you leave, she helps you understand the trip, the roads, the altitude, and the right pace to adopt. During the road trip, you benefit from local support, which is especially valuable when discovering a country as authentic and still little-known as Kyrgyzstan.
The SUVs are comfortable and sized to fit your group:
For groups of 2 to 3 people, you’ll travel in a Lexus RX 350.
For groups of 4 or more, you’ll travel in a Toyota Sequoia.
Accommodation and some meals are booked in advance, with local families, in guesthouses, or in yurt camps.
The activities are included, so you don’t have to waste time searching, negotiating, or organizing things on the spot.
It’s the ideal option if you want a road trip that feels free, accessible, and well supported, so you can discover Kyrgyzstan with peace of mind, even if it’s your first time in the country.
What is the itinerary for my road trip?
↠ DAYS 1 & 2: Arrival in Bishkek → Kyzyl-Oi
Welcome at the airport and installation in Bishkek. Briefing around the vehicle, the itinerary, and the road conditions, followed by a welcome dinner. The next day, your first mountain roads begin with the Too-Ashuu Pass, the crossing of the Suusamyr Valley, and tracks along the Kokomeren River. Overnight stay with a local family in the village of Kyzyl-Oi.
↠ DAY 3: Kyzyl-Oi → Song-Kul
A gradual climb towards the high plateaus on mountain roads rising above 3,000 metres. Possible stops along the way and supplies in the villages. Arrival at Song-Kul Lake, a vast high-altitude pasture at the heart of the nomadic way of life. Overnight stay in a yurt camp.
↠ DAY 4: Song-Kul – nomadic immersion
A full day with no driving by the lake. Walks, observation of pastoral life, and an included horse ride. Free time to enjoy the calm and the wide-open spaces. Second night in a yurt.
↠ DAYS 5 & 6: Song-Kul → Tash Rabat
Drive through the Naryn region, between valleys and mountains, to the historic site of Tash Rabat, a former Silk Road caravanserai. Settle into a yurt camp. The next day is free to explore the area, go hiking, or simply relax in this remote setting, with the option of a horse ride or a panoramic viewpoint.
↠ DAY 7: Tash Rabat → Kochkor
A gradual return to the inhabited valleys of the Naryn region. Scenic drive, a handicraft stop in Kochkor, and an overnight stay in a guesthouse.
↠ DAY 8: Kochkor → Cholpon-Ata
A long drive through the wide-open landscapes of the country’s interior, all the way to the northern shore of Issyk-Kul. There is the option to stop at hot springs along the way. Overnight stay in Cholpon-Ata, by the lake.
↠ DAY 9: Northern Issyk-Kul → Karakol
Drive along the northern shore of Issyk-Kul. Discover Karakol, one of the iconic towns of eastern Kyrgyzstan, where Russian heritage meets Central Asian influences. Overnight stay there.
↠ DAY 10: Karakol → Bokonbaevo
Explore the southern shore of the lake with a stop in the Jeti-Ögüz Valley and at Skazka Canyon, known for its spectacular rock formations. Eagle hunting demonstration and overnight stay in a yurt camp.
↠ DAY 11: Bokonbaevo → Chong-Kemin Valley
Last major drive across the country, between the shores of Issyk-Kul and the green valleys of the north. Overnight stay in the Chong-Kemin Valley, in a well-preserved natural setting.
↠ DAY 12: Chong-Kemin → Bishkek
Return to the capital by mountain roads. Final free time, vehicle drop-off, and overnight stay in Bishkek.
↠ DAY 13: Departure from
. Transfer to Manas International Airport and end of the road trip.
You have assistance available throughout your trip:
As soon as you arrive in Bishkek, the trip begins with a welcome dinner. It is a key moment to get to know each other, ask your questions, and understand how the road trip will unfold.
During this first meeting, you know where you are going and how to organize yourself, with no confusion and no bad surprises. Throughout the trip, regular check-ins help you anticipate the next stages and adapt the advice to your pace and your wishes. You drive in full autonomy, with clear guidance and reliable advice.
The local team will be available remotely throughout the road trip. If you have any questions, concerns, or unexpected issues, you can contact them. We provide discreet support so you can enjoy Kyrgyzstan at your own pace, without feeling like you’re being guided.
Your program includes several activities:
Day 1: You have dinner with the person in charge of your trip, who will assist you throughout your stay. This first meeting gives you the chance to get to know each other and make your exchanges easier and more personal for the rest of the journey.
Day 4: You enjoy a very accessible two-hour horse ride at Song Kul.
Day 10: You meet an eagle hunter for a demonstration.
What's included in the Road Trip?
Included:
Vehicle
- Round-trip taxi transfer from Manas Airport
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4×4 with comprehensive insurance
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2 drivers included
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Lexus RX350 (2–3 people)
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Toyota Sequoia (4 people or more)
Accommodation
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12 nights with breakfast
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Hotels, guesthouses, and yurt camps
Welcome & support
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Welcome in Bishkek upon arrival
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Welcome dinner + briefing
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Road book with complete itinerary
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Local assistance available throughout the road trip
Activities included
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Horseback riding in Song-Kul
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Eagle hunting demonstration
Meals included
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Welcome dinner in Bishkek
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Dinners: Kyzyl-Oi, Song-Kul, Tash Rabat, Bokonbaevo, Kochkor
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Lunches at Song-Kul (yurt camp)
Not included
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International flights
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Travel insurance
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Fuel
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Lunches (except at Song-Kul)
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Dinners not included: Cholpon-Ata, Karakol, last evening in Bishkek
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Drinks and personal expenses
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Single room supplement
What is the price?
The price per person is:
2 people: 1,390€
3 people: 1,250€
4 people: 1,250€
5 people: 1,150€
6 people: 1,050€
Contact Aydow to book my road trip: