South Kyrgyzstan Explorer Tour

How to get there

The South Kyrgyzstan Explorer tour goes through southern Kyrgyzstan. Start and finish are in Bishkek. Return by plane or car is available upon request (included in the price). You can reach the tour start by flight, train, or car.

Main route highlights: Osh (Sulaiman-Too, Eastern Bazaar), mountain village Arslanbob (walnut forests and waterfalls), Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve, and scenic southern mountain passes.

The itinerary is designed for a comfortable pace: transfers on paved roads, walks, and easy trekking. For an individual tour, transport is provided throughout the route, and the return option (plane/car) is chosen by the traveler.

South Kyrgyzstan Explorer

Journey through southern Kyrgyzstan — a region rich in history, mild climate, and unique atmosphere. Sacred Sulaiman-Too Mountain, the walnut forests of Arslanbob, and the protected Sary-Chelek Lake. This tour is for travelers who want to experience an authentic Kyrgyzstan at a relaxed pace with comfort.

  • Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
  • Region: Southern Kyrgyzstan
  • Season: May – September
  • Difficulty: Medium
  • Format: Individual tour
  • Start / Finish: Bishkek
  • Return: Flight or car (optional, included in price)
Airplane

Daily Itinerary

Day 1. Bishkek → Osh

  • Route: Bishkek – Osh
  • Distance: ~600 km
  • Travel time: 10–11 hours (car)

Transfer to southern Kyrgyzstan. Hotel accommodation and rest.

Overnight: Osh

❗ Breakfast on the first day is not included.


Day 2. Osh

  • Route: City sightseeing tour
  • Distance: ~30 km

City tour of Osh. Visit Sulaiman-Too, the Eastern Bazaar, and the historic city center.

Overnight: Osh


Day 3. Osh → Arslanbob

  • Route: Osh – Arslanbob
  • Distance: ~190 km
  • Travel time: 4–5 hours

Transfer to the mountain village Arslanbob. Walks in the walnut forests and visit waterfalls.

Overnight: Arslanbob (guesthouse)


Day 4. Arslanbob

  • Route: Local walks
  • Distance: ~20–40 km

Day without long transfers. Easy trekking, experience local lifestyle, and nature of the region.

Overnight: Arslanbob


Day 5. Arslanbob → Sary-Chelek

  • Route: Arslanbob – Sary-Chelek
  • Distance: ~180 km
  • Travel time: 5–6 hours

Transfer to Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve. Walks near the lake, relaxation in nature.

Overnight: Sary-Chelek (guesthouse)


Day 6. Sary-Chelek → Osh

  • Route: Sary-Chelek – Osh
  • Distance: ~300 km
  • Travel time: 6–7 hours

Return to Osh with stops along the way.

Overnight: Osh


Day 7. Osh → Bishkek

Return: ✈️ Domestic flight OR 🚗 car — chosen by the traveler. Tour ends in Bishkek.

Distance & Travel Time

  • Day 1: ~600 km | 10–11 hours (car)
  • Day 2: ~30 km | City tour
  • Day 3: ~190 km | 4–5 hours
  • Day 4: ~20–40 km | Local walks
  • Day 5: ~180 km | 5–6 hours
  • Day 6: ~300 km | 6–7 hours
  • Day 7: Return by flight or car (optional)

Total distance: ~1,320 km (if traveling by car)

Distances and travel times are approximate and may be adjusted without missing key locations.

Train

Included

  • Individual transport along the route
  • Guide-driver services
  • Accommodation along the route
  • Meals according to the program
  • Entrance fees along the route
  • Transport buffer (return by flight or car)
Bus

Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Insurance (optional)

Tour Price (FROM)

  • 1 person — from 1,480 USD
  • 2 persons — from 1,020 USD / person
  • 3 persons — from 870 USD / person
  • 4 persons — from 760 USD / person

Price remains fixed.

Price, USD



1 person

2 persons (per person)

3 persons (per person)

4 persons (per person)

FROM 1,480 1,020 870 760

Important

  • The tour is individual, not a group tour.
  • Return option (flight / car) is chosen by the traveler.
  • Price remains fixed and does not depend on the chosen return option.
  • Distances and travel times are approximate and may be adjusted without missing key locations.
  • ❗ Breakfast on the first day is not included.
  • Schedule (time) may change depending on road and weather conditions.

Please note that the itinerary may be adjusted without missing key locations. Distances and travel times are approximate.