Tour Overview
Kyrgyzstan — one of the best-kept secrets of Central Asia. This self-drive expedition puts you behind the wheel of a Toyota Sequoia as you navigate snow-capped mountains, glacial rivers, turquoise alpine lakes, deep gorges, and endless grasslands along the ancient Silk Road.
Drive in a guided convoy with a lead car, sweep car, and a mechanic on standby. Experience traditional horse games, eagle hunting demonstrations, and nights in authentic yurt camps under a sky unpolluted by city light. This is road tripping as it was meant to be.
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
| Day | Date | Route | Activity | Meals | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Aug 9 | Bishkek | Arrival & welcome briefing. Vehicle handover & orientation drive. | Meals included — Dinner | — km |
| Day 2 | Aug 10 | Bishkek → Cholpon Ata | Drive east along Issyk-Kul's northern shore. Lakeside town arrival. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 280 km |
| Day 3 | Aug 11 | Grigorievka Gorge | Day trip into Grigorievka Gorge — glacial streams, wild nature, nomadic families. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 120 km |
| Day 4 | Aug 12 | Cholpon Ata → Song-Kul | Off-road climb to Song-Kul plateau at 3,016m. Yurt camp overnight under stars. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 150 km |
| Day 5 | Aug 13 | Song-Kul → Naryn | Descend through dramatic gorges. Horse games & eagle hunting display in Naryn. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 140 km |
| Day 6 | Aug 14 | Naryn → Kochkor | Ancient Silk Route highway through wide open valleys. Caravanserai stops. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 230 km |
| Day 7 | Aug 15 | Kochkor → Bishkek | Final drive back to capital. Farewell dinner with the convoy group. | Meals included — Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | 220 km |
| Day 8 | Aug 16 | Bishkek | Departure. Airport transfers included. | Meals included — Breakfast | — km |
Vehicle Options
- Toyota Sequoia Automatic Transmission
Tour Inclusions
- Toyota Sequoia SUV rental with fuel
- 7 nights twin-share accommodation
- 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 7 dinners
- Airport group transfers (Bishkek)
- MotoRover tour leader & local guide
- Lead car & sweep car with mechanic
- Sightseeing & cultural experiences
- Breakdown assistance & first-aid support
- Local SIM card & tour materials
- Visa support assistance
- GST & TCS included
Optional Services
- Single Room Supplement $520
- Extra Night in Bishkek (Twin) $190
- Extra Night in Bishkek (Single) $160
Tour Exclusions
- International air tickets (India ↔ Kyrgyzstan — typically INR 45,000–50,000 return)
- Kyrgyz e-visa fee (approx. INR 5,000)
- Vehicle damage deposit (USD 500, refundable)
- International Driving Permit
- Personal travel insurance (from India, budget roughly INR 2,000–3,000)
- Personal expenses (alcohol, tips, minibar)
- Twin-to-single room upgrade (optional) — priced on request; our team will confirm current rates
Tour Details
Food and Water
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinners (Veg/Non-Veg) on all days
Accommodation
On twin-sharing basis. Single room upgrade available
Total Travel Distance
Approximately 1700 Kms
Riding / Driving Time
4-5 hours every day with multiple breaks
Terrain
Mix of highways, Dirt roads, Interior roads & Twisty mountain roads
Air Connectivity
Bishkek has connecting flights from New Delhi/Mumbai via Almaty, Dubai, Sharjah and Istanbul.
Weather Forecast
Summer season in the month of August, so expect pleasant weather during this time. Average day temperature to be between 25-30 degree Celsius and nights to be around 15 - 20 degrees Celsius.
Additional Costs
Airfare – INR 45,000 - 50,000
Visa – INR 5000
Personal Travel Insurance – INR 2000 to 3000
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