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Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan 12 days tour

12 days
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From Bishkek to Almaty
5.0
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Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan 12 days tour - Steppe Journeys
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  • Active
  • Family
  • Mountain Hikes
  • Private
  • Fully Guided
  • Explorer
  • Personalized
  • Hiking & Trekking
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Steppe Journeys
Private Tour
Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Age range 3 to 75

Places You’ll See

  • Bishkek
    Bishkek
  • Almaty
    Almaty
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Highlights

  • Explore Alarcha National Park on foot
  • Tour Bishkek and visit vibrant Asian Bazaar
  • Ride horses in Chon Kemin's mountain forests
  • Sleep in a traditional Yurt by Son-Kul Lake
  • Learn yurt-making in Kyzyl-Tuu village

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Bishkek
  2. Day 2 Bishkek
  3. Day 3
  4. Day 4 Sonkul Lake
  5. Day 5 Sonkul/Tamga
  6. Day 6 Karakol
  7. Day 7 Karakol – Djety-Oguz – Karakol
  8. Day 8 Karakol – Kegen border – Saty village, Kolsai Lake
  9. Day 9 Kolsai Lake – Kayindi Lake – Saty village
  10. Day 10 Saty village - Charyn Canyons – Almaty
  11. Day 11 Almaty – City tour
  12. Day 12 Departure
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Guide
  • Meals
  • Transport
  • Free eSIM
    TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
  • Optional Extras

What's Not Included

  • Insurance
  • Additional Services

Operated by

Steppe Journeys

4.6
(92 reviews)
This operator has good review ratings and responds to all enquiries

Number of tours

16

Age Range

1 to 89 years old

Response time

within 2 days

Response rate

96%

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Customer Reviews

  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Food
    Good
    4.0
  • Tour Operator
    Steppe Journeys
    4.6
  • LH
    · July 7th, 2024
    Thank you for a wonderful trip! Loved the itinerary and Chynara our guide was excellent, so too our driver Tordo! I would highly recommend this trip to others.
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • MM
    · November 10th, 2023
    The tour was very good, mostly because of the...
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    Trip date: July 2023
  • BL
    · August 24th, 2023
    The overall tour was excellent. Thanks to...
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    Steppe Journeys commented on this review
    Hi Benjamin Thank you very much for your review of our services. We highly appreciate it and it inspires us to work more hard and welcome guests in Central Asia . Thank you Odil, Steppe Journeys
    Trip date: August 2023

Dates & Availability

12 days
Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan 12 days tour
From Bishkek to Almaty

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What our customers ask about this tour

    The content in our FAQ section is subject to change.
    • Can I add more travelers to my booking later?

      You can add more travelers to your booking, but please confirm the additional arrangements ahead of your travel dates.

      July 29, 2024
    • Is a single room available, and what is the cost?

      A single room supplement is available for $200 per person.

      July 29, 2024
    • How can I pay for my extras during the trip?

      Payments for extras can typically be made in cash upon arrival.

      July 29, 2024
    • What is the maximum group size for the tour?

      The group size may vary, but typically there will be a maximum of 6 travelers in a shared yurt.

      July 29, 2024
    • What is the itinerary for the hiking portions of the tour?

      The itinerary includes hiking in various scenic locations, including Karakol and Tamga.

      July 29, 2024
    • Is there Wi-Fi available at the accommodations?

      Wi-Fi is available in the guest houses, and you can also purchase a local SIM card for internet access.

      July 29, 2024
    • What is the price for extra nights at the hotel?

      The extra night in Almaty is $65 for a single room.

      July 29, 2024
    • Will airport transfers be arranged if I arrive early?

      Pick up from the airport is included in the package for your arrival and departure.

      July 29, 2024
    • What should I do if I want to book a different return flight?

      Please inform us of your flight details, and we can assist you with the necessary arrangements.

      July 29, 2024
    • Can I arrange optional tours during my stay?

      Yes, optional tours such as trips to local lakes can be arranged, and costs will be provided upon confirmation.

      July 29, 2024
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    Good to Know

    Tour ID: 145242

    • Currencies
      ₸
      Tenge
      Kazakhstan
      с
      Som
      Kyrgyzstan
    • Plugs & Adapters

      As a traveler from New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

      Type C
      Kazakhstan
      Type E
      Kazakhstan
      Type F
      Kazakhstan
    • Vaccines
      • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
      • Typhoid - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
      • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
      • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
      • Rabies - Recommended for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
      • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
      • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Kazakhstan. Ideally 6 months before travel.
    • Visa
      • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
      • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
    • Payment information
      • For any tour departing before July 3rd, 2025 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 3rd, 2025, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Steppe Journeys. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 70 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
      • Some departure dates and prices may vary and Steppe Journeys will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
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