Kyrgyzstan

Motorbike Tour – The Nomad Ride

Untouched Kyrgyzstan, the land of virgin nature and nomad culture. Come across unbelievable landscapes and learn about the traditions and lifestyle of nomads. Motorized adventures and unimaginable impressions await for you!

Description

Untouched Kyrgyzstan, the land of virgin nature and nomad culture. Come across unbelievable landscapes and learn about the traditions and lifestyle of nomads. Motorized adventures and unimaginable impressions await for you!

What's included
  • Group airport transfer from 3 people on Day 1 & Day 7
  • 7 days / 6 nights and 5 riding days
  • Accommodation based on: TWN \ DBL room \ Yurt Camp
  • Motorbikes rental - Honda CRF250L Enduro
  • Fuel for mentioned itinerary
  • Support vehicle
  • Mechanic Technical support
  • English-speaking moto guide
  • Full board (3 meals a day)
  • Visits mentioned in the program
  • Early check-in
  • Mineral water
  • Our assistance 24/7
What's excluded
  • International flights
  • Private airport transfer – 20 USD one way
  • Personal Insurance
  • Personal Equipment
  • Single room supplement – 135 USD
  • Safety deposit for Motorcycle - 600 USD
  • Tips for guide, driver etc.
  • Optional activities
  • Porters for baggage in hotels and airport
  • Alcohol
  • Services not mentioned as included
Itinerary
Day 1. Bishkek (Arrival, Rest Day)
Day 1. Bishkek (Arrival, Rest Day)

Arrival to Manas Airport in Bishkek where our team will pick up you and drive you to hotel situated in the capital (early check in at hotel after 06:00).

Rest, then we start our short city tour in Bishkek. We will visit the heart of the city, Ala-Too Square with the monuments located there. After we can enjoy a walk in the Oak Park, one of the favorite places of local people. Bishkek is known as the greenest city in Central Asia thanks to its countless parks and alleys making the city a great place to live.

In the evening, we go to one of the best restaurants in Bishkek where you can taste delicious Kyrgyz national dishes.

Meals included: breakfast*, lunch and dinner
*Breakfast in hotel is served until 10:00.

Accommodation: Hotel 3* (My Hotel or similar)

Day 2. Bishkek – Kyzyl Oi (50% off-road, 50% paved)
Day 2. Bishkek – Kyzyl Oi (50% off-road, 50% paved)

Meeting at the hotel. Pick-up motorbikes at 08:30. Starting engines at 09:00

At the beginning of our journey, we will have to overcome mountain pass Too Ashu (3500m). Then cross the wonderful Suusamyr valley, a paradise for nomads and their cattle.

Later we change the highway to the off-road; our road will run along Kokemeren River (one of the most challenging rafting in the country).

Especially colorful is the red clay covering the mountains from bottom to top. This clay was used as material for house building since the beginning of 20th century. Nowadays some of these houses can be still seen in Kyzyl Oy.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse (CBT Guesthouse or similar)

Day 3. Kyzyl Oi – Song Kul Lake(60% off-road, 40% paved)
Day 3. Kyzyl Oi – Song Kul Lake(60% off-road, 40% paved)

The goal of the day is to reach Song Kul Lake located at an altitude of 3 000 m. Therefore, we will pass through the beautiful places we can see yaks and other animals.

From the pass, the lake seems very small, but as we go down and approach it, it appears as a big and gorgeous lake.

When we arrive to yurt camp, you get to know the hospitality of the nomads, their lifestyle and their customs.

Dinner and overnight in the yurts.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Accommodation: Yurt Camp*

*Note: yurt capacity 4-6 people. But during the low season you can be accommodated 2 pax per yurt according to the availability. Toilets and sauna are outside.

Day 4. Song-Kul Lake – Baetovo - Naryn (60% off-road, 40% paved)
Day 4. Song-Kul Lake – Baetovo - Naryn (60% off-road, 40% paved)

We say goodbye to Song Kul and go towards Baetovo.

We descend from the lake via the Moldo Ashu pass (3300 meters). We pass through the village of Baetovo.

We continue to drive towards Naryn. Upon arrival in the town you will be able to take a shower and have a rest in comfortable conditions.

Dinner in the restaurant in town or at the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Accommodation: Hotel 3* (Khan Tengri or similar)

Day 5. Naryn – Eki Naryn – Kochkor (60% off-road, 40% paved)
Day 5. Naryn – Eki Naryn – Kochkor (60% off-road, 40% paved)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure.

We pass by Eki Naryn. The road is a real “paradise” for moto bikers. Our road passes through lunar landscapes, hills, pastures, sand canyons and semi-deserts. On the way, you can meet shepherd camps.

In the evening we arrive at the village Kochkor. Dinner and rest at the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Accommodation: Hotel 3* (Olive Hotel or similar)

Day 6. Kochkor – Bishkek (100% paved)
Day 6. Kochkor – Bishkek (100% paved)

The road to Bishkek passes through the Boom gorge.

On the way we visit the Burana Tower. Burana Tower is an ancient minaret in the Chuy Valley in the north part of Kyrgyzstan. The tower with funerary monuments, earthworks, remains of the castle and three mausoleums – that’s all what last out of the ancient Balasagyn town that was founded by Karakhanids at the end of the ninth century.

After lunch at the local restaurant, we visit the famous market, Osh bazar. Just as you step the market, you plunge into the real oriental atmosphere: an interminable stream of people, a big variety of goods and colors.

In the evening, we will have the dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Accommodation: Hotel 3* (My Hotel or similar)

Day 7. Bishkek – Airport

Transfer to the airport. Departure.

Meals included: breakfast

GOOD TO KNOW

The climate in Kyrgyzstan is sharply continental, and throughout the day the temperature in the mountains can range from + 30 up to 0 degrees, that’s why we recommend the tourists taking warm shoes, warm clothing, sunscreen and sunglasses with them.

We recommend the tourists having with them:

  • Warm waterproof jacket, pants/motorcycle overalls
  • Enduro helmet or helmet with visor
  • Thermal underwear
  • Warm hat
  • Enduro boots
  • Gloves
  • Knee guards, elbow protectors and chest protector
  • Backpack, thermos

NOTES

  • Respect foreign culture and people
  • Off-road riding experience
Group tour
Tour dates
03 Aug 2025 - 09 Aug 2025
10 spots left
Duration 7 days / 6 nights
Group 4-10pax
2120 USD DBL/TWN Room
per Rider
2255 USD Single Room*
per Rider
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