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Kyrgyzstan
Although locals semi-jokingly refer to Kyrgyzstan as the Switzerland of Central Asia, the truth is Switzerland should be known as the Kyrgyzstan of Europe. Switzerland’s highest mountain is only 4634m, while Kyrgyzstan has 158 mountain ranges, 22 mountains over 5000m and its highest mountain stands at 7439m, not that far off the highest mountains in the world.
Kyrgyzstan has proudly been the most tourist friendly of the Stans for many years and is slowly becoming one of the must-see destinations of the world meaning you should get in quickly.
Eco-tourism is the prime motivator for those visiting Kyrgyzstan, however we think this is only one part of Kyrgyzstan’s story. Very few other places in the world can you be sleeping in a 1950s Khrushchev era Soviet apartment one night and then sleeping in a yurt under the stars the next. Likewise, nowhere else can you see a traditionally dressed eagle hunter stepping out of a Soviet made Lada.
Don’t let its small size fool you, Kyrgyzstan can’t be done quickly as there is so much to see. From the beach resorts of Issyk Kol, to the wide boulevards of Bishkek, the high plains of Song-Kol to the wild west middle of nowhere Tash Rabat, Kyrgzystan should be high on everyone’s destination list.
If our group tour dates don't work for you, we also organise customised independent tours to Kyrgyzstan, so why not get in touch!
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Tours
5 Stans Spring Tour
This is the tour for anyone who wants to get a great snapshot of what Central Asia has to offer. Can be done all in one whack, or in smaller sections, whatever you like!
4 Stans Spring Tour
A 17 day adventure through Silk Road settlements, vast mountain ranges, winding valleys, and some of the coolest Soviet stuff that's still around.
5 Stans Summer Tour
This is the tour for anyone who wants to get a great snapshot of what Central Asia has to offer. Can be done all in one whack, or in smaller sections, whatever you like!
4 Stans Autumn Tour
Old and new, big and small, up and down, this itinerary has something for everyone.
5 Stans Autumn Whirlwind Tour
A great snapshot into 5 amazing countries.
5 Stans Autumn Original Tour
Taking the scenic route from Almaty to Ashgabat, this tour covers everything that makes Central Asia so special, from mountains, canyons and gorges, to buzzing modern cities, and of course, the Gates of Hell.
5 Stans Autumn Mega Tour
An in-depth expedition through all of Central Asia, from Almaty to Ashgabat, through five of the most fascinating countries in the world.
Nomad Games Tour Kyrgyzstan 2026
The 6th edition of this fabulous, unique and totally charming event! We'll be there for the Opening Ceremony, along with a variety of the games and of course a few other things that we think make any good tour of Kyrgyzstan.
5 Stans Autumn Whirlwind Tour
A great snapshot into 5 amazing countries.
5 Stans Autumn Original Tour
Taking the scenic route from Astana to Ashgabat, this tour covers everything that makes Central Asia so special, including the World Nomad Games and Turkmenistan Independence Day.