Meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Early check-in.

Sightseeing tour: Hast Imam architectural complex – Barak Khan Madrasah, Kafal Shohi Madrasah, Kukeldash Madrasah; Chorsu Bazaar, Independence Square, Amir Temur Square, and the Museum of Applied Arts.

Overnight at the hotel.

After an early breakfast, transfer to the station for the morning train to Samarkand (2h 10min, subject to change).

Samarkand was one of the main commercial centers of the Silk Road for centuries. Today, the “Blue City” is one of the key travel destinations in this part of the world.
Upon arrival, pick up and start the sightseeing tour:
Registan Square – Ulughbek Madrasah (15th century), Shir-Dor Madrasah (17th century), Tilla-Kori Madrasah (17th century).

Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.
In the morning, we continue our excursion in Samarkand: Guri Emir Mausoleum (the tomb of Tamerlane, 14th–15th centuries), the Shakhi-Zinda architectural complex (9th–15th centuries), the Museum of the ancient city of Afrosiyob, Bibi-Khonum Mosque, Siab Bazaar, and Ulughbek Observatory.

In the afternoon, transfer to Bukhara.
Bukhara is an ancient center of trade and Islamic culture in Uzbekistan – an oasis city and an important Silk Road hub. It is famous for its impressive historical monuments, minarets, madrassas, narrow streets, oriental bazaars, and ancient ruins. It is no surprise that the historic center of Bukhara is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Accommodation and overnight at a hotel upon arrival in Bukhara.

Breakfast at the hotel.
After breakfast, start the city tour: Samanids Mausoleum, Bolo Hauz Mosque, Ark Fortress, Kalyan Minaret, Poi Kalyan Mosque, Miri Arab Madrasah, Ulughbek and Abdullazizkhan Madrasah, the Trade Domes (Toki Zargaron, Toki Telpak Furushon, Toki Sarrafon), and the Lyabi Hauz architectural complex.

Overnight at the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Khiva.

Accommodation and overnight in the hotel in Khiva.

Check-out at 12:00.

Guided tour of Ichan Kala, the ancient inner walled city: Allakuli Khan Madrasah, Arab Muhammad-khan Madrasah, Islam Khoja Complex, Kalta-Minor, Kunya-Ark Citadel, Mausoleum of Makhmud Pakhlavan, Muhammad Amin-khan Madrasah, Tash-Khovli Palace.
Enjoy the sunset views from the watchtower inside Kunya-Ark.

Transfer to Urgench for the evening flight (22:55–00:15+1). Upon arrival, pick up and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight at the hotel in Tashkent.

Free time in the morning. Evening flight to Bishkek city.

Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation and rest.

Early transfer to the airport. Flight to Bishkek city (subject to change). Meeting at the airport and transfer to the city.
Drive to Ala-Archa National Park for a light walk, relaxation, and introduction to Kyrgyz nature.

In the afternoon, city tour: visit Ala Too Square, Kurmanzhan Datka and Lenin Monuments, main governmental buildings, Old Square with the Parliament House, and finish at Victory Square dedicated to WWII.

Overnight at the hotel. Rest.

After breakfast, take a one-hour drive to Burana Tower (UNESCO site) near Tokmok town.
Optionally: horseback riding games near Burana Tower.

Lunch with a local family, enjoying Kyrgyz cuisine.
After lunch, drive to the Chon-Kemin valley.

Upon arrival, check in at the Ashuu Guest House.

Optional activities for the day:

• Walk around Kalmak-Ashuu village.
• Rent horses and ride into the nearby mountains (extra cost).
• Horseback riding games (extra cost).
• Yurt setting (nomadic house setup) (extra cost).
• Swimming in the pool (extra cost).

Dinner and overnight at the guest house

In the morning, drive to the Issyk-Kul Lake area.
Arrive in Cholpon-Ata to visit the famous Petroglyphs site.

Continue along the north shore of Issyk-Kul and reach the beautiful Karkyra area at the Kazakhstan border. Stop at the luxury yurt camp with private facilities.
Enjoy free time to explore the canyon, hike up the nearest hill for panoramic views, or go horseback riding (extra cost) according to your preference.

Dinner and overnight at Karkyra camp.

Optionally, take an early morning helicopter excursion to the South Engilchek Glacier – one of the highlights of Kyrgyzstan and an unforgettable experience (available only in July–August).

Transfer to Karakol town, stopping en route at Tepke Horse Farm for lunch and a farm tour. See local racing horses, admire the gardens, and explore the traditional bone fireplace.

Continue to Karakol town. Visit the N. M. Przhevalski Museum, the Dungan Mosque – a unique Chinese pagoda-style mosque still in use – and the Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Church built of wood.

Accommodation at a hotel in Karakol. Dinner with a local Dungan family.

After breakfast, drive to Jeti-Oguz Gorge to admire the landscapes and take photos. A short walk uphill offers a panoramic view of the famous Seven Bulls rock formation.

Continue to Barskoon Gorge for an excursion to the waterfalls known as the “Beard of the Wiseman” and the “Cup of Manas.”

Afterwards, drive to Skazka Gorge to enjoy a beautiful panorama of Issyk-Kul from above.

Evening arrival in the Kadji-Say district. Dinner and overnight at the accommodation.

In the morning, drive to Bokonbaevo village to visit a local women’s cooperative and see the products they create. The souvenir shop here is one of the most popular in the country.

Optionally, enjoy an eagle hunting demonstration near Bokonbaevo village.

Lunch en route is not included.

Arrive in Bishkek. Check-in at the hotel and free time.

Transfer to the airport for your flight back home.