Wendy Wu Kyrgyzstan & the World Nomad Games

Bishkek
Visit the country’s capital, known for its Soviet-era architecture and bazaars

Jety-Oguz Valley
Discover the iconic “Seven Bulls” rock formation

Issyk Kul Lake
Kyrgyzstan’s largest lake, it sits at over 1,600m above sea level

Skazka Canyon
Wander amongst these stunning red rock formations

Days 1-2: Fly overnight to Bishkek
Fly overnight to Bishkek. On arrival, early check-in is included giving you the rest of the day to relax
Dinner

Day 3: Ala Archa National Park & Opening Ceremony
Start your day in the dramatic alpine scenery of Ala-Archa National Park in the Tian Shan Mountains, enjoying an easy walk amid peaks, streams, and gorges. Return to Bishkek for lunch, then explore Central Square, the Manas Monument, and a lively bazaar. In the evening, attend the spectacular Opening Ceremony of the VI World Nomad Games.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Issyk Kul Lake
Drive to the northern shore of Issyk-Kul, the world’s second-largest mountain lake, famed for its never-freezing salty waters. Enjoy a boat ride, then check in to your Cholpon-Ata hotel for a two-night stay.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: World Nomad Games
Spend a full day at the 2026 World Nomad Games at the Cholpon-Ata Hippodrome, immersing yourself in traditional nomadic sports. Watch the high-speed action of Kok-Boru, the strength and skill of horseback wrestling (Er Enish), along with archery and eagle-hunting demonstrations. The atmosphere is electric with thundering hooves and cheering crowds. Programme subject to change.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Cheese Tasting, Hot Springs & Dine with a Uyghur Family

After breakfast, travel east along Issyk-Kul to Karakol, stopping in Tup to tour the village and taste Kurut, the region’s salty dried cheese. On arrival, visit the Dungan Mosque, wooden Russian Orthodox Church, and local bazaar, then relax in a hot spring. In the evening, enjoy a home-cooked Uyghur dinner of lagman. Overnight in Karakol.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Jeti-Oguz Gorge & Yurt Stay
After breakfast, follow the scenic southern shore of Issyk-Kul to Tamga, stopping at the dramatic Jeti-Oguz Gorge to see the red sandstone “Broken Heart” and “Seven Bulls” and enjoy an easy one-hour walk. After lunch, continue to Tamga and check in to your ensuite yurt camp for a two-night stay.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Skazka Canyon & Barskoon Gorge
Spend the day exploring Skazka Canyon with its striking red rock formations, then visit Kadji-Sai village for lunch with a local musical family and a folklore performance. In the afternoon, see the ‘Tears of the Snow Leopard’ waterfall in Barskoon Gorge, and return to the yurt camp for a hands-on manty cooking class.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Meet an Eagle Hunter
After breakfast in your yurt, travel to Chon-Kemin Nature Park, stopping to meet an eagle hunter and see the birds in training. Visit Kyzyl-Tuu village to learn yurt-making from a local family and enjoy lunch with them before continuing to Chon-Kemin for an overnight stay at a guesthouse.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Cook Traditional Kyrgyz Bread
Begin with a walk in Chon-Kemin Nature Park, then join a hands-on Boorsok (traditional bread) cooking class for lunch. Travel to Bishkek, stopping at Burana Tower and its open-air museum, before checking into your hotel. Enjoy free time, followed by a farewell dinner and drinks. Overnight in Bishkek.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Depart Bishkek
You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Late checkout is not included.
Breakfast

Days 1-2: Fly overnight to Bishkek
Fly overnight to Bishkek. On arrival, early check-in is included giving you the rest of the day to relax
Dinner

Day 3: Ala Archa National Park & Bishkek
Start the day in the dramatic alpine landscapes of Ala-Archa National Park, enjoying a leisurely walk among peaks, streams, and gorges. Return to Bishkek for lunch, then explore the city’s highlights, including Central Square, the Manas Monument, and a lively bazaar.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4: Issyk Kul Lake
Drive to the northern shore of Issyk-Kul, the world’s second-largest mountain lake, famed for its never-freezing salty waters. Enjoy a boat ride, then check in to your Cholpon-Ata hotel for a two-night stay.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: World Nomad Games – Finals & Closing Ceremony
Spend an unforgettable day at the 2026 World Nomad Games grand finals at Cholpon-Ata Hippodrome, watching equestrian competitions, horse races, Kok-Boru, and Er Enish. The day ends with the grand Closing Ceremony on Lake Issyk-Kul, featuring music, dance, and cultural performances. Programme may vary.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Hot Springs & Dine with a Uyghur Family
Drive to Karakol and visit the Dungan Mosque, wooden Russian Orthodox Church, and bustling bazaar. In the afternoon, relax in a local hot spring, then enjoy a home-cooked Uyghur dinner of lagman with a welcoming family. Overnight in Karakol.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Jeti-Oguz Gorge & Yurt Stay
After breakfast, follow the scenic southern shore of Issyk-Kul to Tamga, stopping at the dramatic Jeti-Oguz Gorge to see the red sandstone “Broken Heart” and “Seven Bulls” and enjoy an easy one-hour walk. After lunch, continue to Tamga and check in to your ensuite yurt camp for a two-night stay.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: Skazka Canyon & Barskoon Gorge
Spend the day exploring Skazka Canyon with its striking red rock formations, then visit Kadji-Sai village for lunch with a local musical family and a folklore performance. In the afternoon, see the ‘Tears of the Snow Leopard’ waterfall in Barskoon Gorge, and return to the yurt camp for a hands-on manty cooking class.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 9: Meet an Eagle Hunter
After breakfast in your yurt, travel to Chon-Kemin Nature Park, stopping to meet an eagle hunter and see the birds in training. Visit Kyzyl-Tuu village to learn yurt-making from a local family and enjoy lunch with them before continuing to Chon-Kemin for an overnight stay at a guesthouse.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 10: Cook Traditional Kyrgyz Bread
Begin with a walk in Chon-Kemin Nature Park, then join a hands-on Boorsok (traditional bread) cooking class for lunch. Travel to Bishkek, stopping at Burana Tower and its open-air museum, before checking into your hotel. Enjoy free time, followed by a farewell dinner and drinks. Overnight in Bishkek.
Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Depart Bishkek
You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. Late checkout is not included.
Breakfast

2026 World Nomad Games
Witness the thrilling horseback wrestling, Kok-Boru and golden eagle hunting. Experience either the Opening or Closing Ceremony

Traditional Kyrgyz Yurt Camp
Experience nomadic life in comfort, staying in a yurt camp by Issyk Kul Lake

Soak in Karakol’s Hot Springs
Join the locals and soak in a mineral rich hot spring

• Return flights
• 9nts in 2+/4* accommodation
• All meals: 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches & 9 dinners
• All domestic transportation
• Entrance fees, guides and daily tours

Classic
See the classic sites in the company of an expert guide so that you can really understand the history and culture of the destination. On Classic tours everything is taken care of, leaving you to sit back and enjoy the experience to the full. These tours are fully inclusive of all meals and a comprehensive touring programme including authentic cultural experiences.

This tour has a maximum group size of 20 people per group

This tour has a physical rating of 2. A reasonable level of fitness is required, as you’ll be spending time on your feet and doing a bit of walking to cover short distances during your daily sightseeing. There will also be some climbing of steps and climbing on and off of coaches and boats.