Incentive Tour to Kyrgyzstan

from $200.00

There are exotic locations that we have visited, and whose names invoke a kaleidoscope of memories and images; Latin America…the Far East…Darkest Africa… and then there’s Central Asia with Kyrgyzstan at its heart …

Isolated places where the eagle is tamed open landscapes where untamed men and horses gallop as part of the tribal, nomadic lifestyle which still exists just as it was in the days of Genghis Khan. A pristine setting boasting extreme change in landscape – from peaks that reach 7,000 meters, to vast prairies that slowly dissolve into high deserts. Ancient codes of tradition and honor that still dictate the way the culture functions, unforgotten flavors and aromas still the cornerstones of a diet that hasn’t changed all that much in the past centuries – yogurt, sheep meat and horse milk, the bounties of a nomadic lifestyle.

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All about the Incentive Tour to Kyrgyzstan.

There are exotic locations that we have visited, and whose names invoke a kaleidoscope of memories and images; Latin America…the Far East…Darkest Africa… and then there’s Central Asia with Kyrgyzstan at its heart …

Isolated places where the eagle is tamed open landscapes where untamed men and horses gallop as part of the tribal, nomadic lifestyle which still exists just as it was in the days of Genghis Khan. A pristine setting boasting extreme change in landscape – from peaks that reach 7,000 meters, to vast prairies that slowly dissolve into high deserts. Ancient codes of tradition and honor that still dictate the way the culture functions, unforgotten flavors and aromas still the cornerstones of a diet that hasn’t changed all that much in the past centuries – yogurt, sheep meat and horse milk, the bounties of a nomadic lifestyle.

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.

Price Includes:

  • Port and gas taxes.
  • Accommodation in yurts, state of the art tents, home stays and hotels.
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner throughout the entire journey.
  • Jeeps from the Toyota Land Cruiser, Forerunner or Lexus for every 4 travelers.
  • Accompanying jeep for ‘MTG’.
  • A management team responsible for building tent camps and cooking dinners.
  • Entrance to all the sites mentioned in the tour.
  • Horseback riding at Tash Rabat.
  • Hunting demonstration using eagles in the Brascone Canyon.
  • Fascinating demonstration of the Kyrgyz game ‘UlakTartish’ (Kyrgyz Polo + horseback games).
  • A special folklore performance for the group by the Asian champion Komuz player.
  • Tips for service providers in Kyrgyzstan.
Whats not included in this tour.Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.

Price Does Not Include:

  • $70 per person for a visa to Kyrgyzstan.
  • Health and cargo insurance.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Single person supplement ($200).
  • Empty seat in the jeep ($350 per seat).
  • Summer / Holiday peak travel supplement ($90).
  1. Day 1 Tel Aviv – Bishkek: the Journey Begins
    • We fly from Tel Aviv to Bishkek, via a European city (Istanbul / Kiev / Moscow).
  2. Day 2 Bishkek – Kyzyl Oi: the ‘Land of Color’
    • Immediately upon landing at Bishkek Manas International Airport we will receive our travel visas.
    • We take a coffee break, collect our 4×4 vehicles and depart.
    • An hour or so into the journey, we stop to eat breakfast at the mountains’ foothills.
    • After breakfast, we drive up a wondrous mountain path to a 3,580 meter pass.
    • We cross a large tunnel and descend to the land of nomads.
    • Here we meet Kyrgyz locals selling cheese and Kymyz (mare’s milk).
    • We drive along the big Kökömeren River on our way to the ‘Land of Color’.
    • We stay overnight in the village of Kyzyl Oi, where local families will be our hosts.
    • We travel through a sea of color that the local desert provides.
    • We return to the village for dinner and stay the night.
  3. Day 3 Kyzyl Oi – Song Kol Lake: Taking to the Mountains
    • In the morning we depart for the village of Zyak, once more taking in a sea of color.
    • We fill up on gas and drive toward the awe-inspiring Kara Kacha
    • We ascend the canyon to the vast and blossoming green fields.
    • After crossing the pass set high above the canyon, we head off-course in search of nomads.
    • We visit nomads in their yurts (a basic dwelling).
    • We gently glide our way back down the canyon, arriving at the beautiful Song Kol Lake.
    • The night is spent at a yurt tent camp by the lake.
  4. Day 4 Song Kol Lake – Tash Rabat: To the Chinese Border
    • The morning begins with a breathtaking view over the mountain pass.
    • We descend into a forested canyon to the large Naryn River channel.
    • Our drive takes us through a beautiful and high up desert to the A.L.S ridge.
    • We ascend the incredible ridge, from which we take in amazing landscapes all around, including stunning rock formations.
    • Once more we come across nomads’ yurts and see horse herds and yaks.
    • We reach great stone pillars, where we stop for coffee at their feet.
    • We descend to the Tien-Shan ridge on the Chinese border – and reach Tash Rabat.
    • We make camp in yurts alongside a tavern on the stunning Silk Road.
  5. Day 5 Tash Rabat – Jilo So River: Beautiful Scenery Everywhere
    • In the morning we visit the Tash Rabat inn.
    • We take a new road for a rather uneventful drive to the city of Naryn.
    • Upon arriving in Naryn, we explore the market.
    • After loading up on food and provisions, we depart the city and head north.
    • Our journey takes us to the ‘small Naryn’ canyon, an impressive canyon surrounded by forest.
    • We ascend to great heights, taking in breathtaking views of the valleys below.
    • Along the way we encounter many nomads and extraordinary landscapes.
    • We reach our secluded camp, enjoying a tranquility that can only be found in the middle of nowhere.
    • Our accommodation is an expertly built tent camp, where the Jilo So River serves as the perfect backdrop.
    • We eat a delicious dinner, light up a bonfire, and enjoy the good vibes.
  6. Day 6 Jilo So River – Tamaga: Crossing the 4,000 Meter Mountain Pass
    • Our amazing journey through the wilds of Kyrgyzstan continues as we head toward the mountain peaks.
    • Along the way we encounter herds of yaks, horses and sheep.
    • We again visit inside the yurts of real nomads in the heart of this vast expanse.
    • Those brave enough can dip their feet in the freezing cold river waters.
    • We see glaciers on the peaks while the rivers change their colors.
    • We cross a mountain pass that is nearly 4,000 meters in length.
    • We ascend a stunning road toward the Issyk Kul Lake.
    • We spend the night in the village of Tamaga, with local families providing our accommodation.
  7. Day 7 Tamaga – Karakol: Waterfalls, Red Canyons and the City
    • We welcome the morning by taking a walk within the Brascon Canyon towards a beautiful waterfall.
    • We swim in the Issyk Kul Lake where ‘love dwells’.
    • We watch a hunting demonstration using a tamed golden eagle.
    • From here our visit takes us to the ‘Broken Heart’ and the Jeti-Öghüz (Seven Bulls) Canyon.
    • We take another walk through the beautiful landscape toward the Ala-Too Mountains.
    • Back on the road, we ascend the mountain and take in an amazing vista featuring strong red landscapes.
    • Toward the evening, we reach the city of Karakol and stay in a family run hotel.
    • We spend the evening enjoying dinner at one of the city’s finest restaurants.
  8. Day 8 Khan Tengri Mountain: the ‘Lord of the Sky’
    • We depart Karakol and head for yet another mountain peak, but this one the highest of them all.
    • We ascend toward Khan Tengri Mountain, once more taking in the stunning scenery.
    • We reach small mirror lakes.
    • We move on to Khan Tengri Base Camp, from which our trek toward the Inylchek Glacier begins.
    • Along the way we may meet the toughest Kyrgyz locals in the most remote area.
    • We attempt to “cleanse ourselves of sin” nearby the Tengri.
    • Toward the late evening we return to Karakol for dinner and an overnight stay.
  9. Day 9 Karakol – Issyk Kul Lake: a Day of Tourist Delights
    • We depart Karakol and begin a day of more traditional tourist activities.
    • Our drive takes us to the northern part of the Issyk Kul Lake where we ascend the mountains.
    • We enter through Gregobeksa Canyon passing a series of small lakes.
    • We descend though Semionova
    • We reach a lovely hotel by the lake, where we vacation like tourists!
    • In the evening we will go for dinner in the town of Zulfan Ata.
  10. Day 10 Issyk Kul Lake – Bishkek: a City of Delights
    • We depart via a road that is under construction and head towards Bishkek.
    • We reach the city in time for lunch, leaving the 4×4 vehicles behind and make our way to a hotel.
    • We visit the “Osh Bazaar”, a big market in the city, to enjoy a bit of hustle and bustle.
    • An evening tour of Bishkek gives us the opportunity to enjoy the lovely city center.
    • We wrap things up with a festive last dinner of the journey.
    • Those wishing to make a night of it can check out Bishkek’s nightlife!
  11. Day 11 Bishkek – Tel Aviv: Returning Home
    • We depart very early morning for BishkekManas International Airport, where we catch our flight to Israel via a European city.
Hotels, Tea Houses and Lodges

Tents

  • In Jilo So River (Day 4) we will stay in a state of the art camp with big tents, a big kitchen, mattresses, blankets, pillows, sheets, and a hot shower. A cook will prepare our dinner.

Yurts

  • At Song Kol River and Tash Rabat we will stay in large Kyrgyz tents, also known as yurts. Usually the arrangement will be 4 people per yurt unless a double yurt is reserved (for extra cost), When we stay in yurts, we will have dinner prepared by the locals. The tour includes two nights in yurts.

Home Stay

  • We will be hosted by locals in Kyzyl Oi and Tamaga village. We will divide up into groups and stay in rooms among families in the village. In this type of accommodation there is no hot water for showers, however we will bring a mobile shower with hot water.

Hotels

  • We will stay at nicely kept, lovely family-run hotels in Karakol, which have nice rooms with showers and en suite bathrooms. We will eat with the locals, enjoying the finest Kyrgyz cuisine. The tour includes two nights in these hotels.
  • We will stay at 3-star hotels in Bishkek and at Issyk Kul Lake. The tour includes two nights in 3-star hotels.
General TermsTour Package Important Things

Meals

  • Breakfasts will be provided in every hotel / tent / yurt / family run accommodation.
  • Lunches will be served outdoors in a picnic style.
  • Dinners – some will be provided in restaurants, some we will cook together outdoors, some by locals in yurts.

Routes

The trip route may change from time to time due to road conditions (flooded roads, snow, etc.), local government guidance (construction) or the guide’s on-site decision (safety).

Insurance

Travelers must equip themselves with travel insurance (health and cargo), which includes driving 4×4 vehicles off-road and medical flights! There are certain insurance agencies that require an insurance extension for this type of activity. Suitable insurance for this type of activity can be purchased through our office.

Flights

The proposal is based on flights to and from Bishkek with a stopover in Moscow, Kiev or Istanbul. Prices are accurate as of November 2013. Aviation companies change their prices from time to time. Any increase to the flight price or gas taxes will be covered by travelers. A change in the flight timetables, which is arranged by the aviation companies, may require a change to the length of the tour, and changes to the route itself. Additions to the price of the tour that arise as a result of these changes will be covered by the travelers.

Important Note

Port and gas taxes will be updated close to the time the tour is planned for. Due to constant changes in gas prices, and subsequently changes in gas taxes, changes will be covered by travelers.

Driving

Please send us your passport pictures, a copy of your passport (including any extensions), and a copy scan of your driving license (make sure it is valid for the time of the tour). A magnetic Israeli license is not as good as an international license.

4×4 Vehicles

  1. The rental process is carried out directly between the rental company and the drivers.
  2. In case of damage to the vehicle (whether you are at fault or not), or a break in, self-participation insurance is available up to $1,500 (you can purchase a self-participation insurance waiver at our office for a price of $30 per day, per vehicle).
  3. The self-participation insurance waiver doesn’t cover damage to the windshield, tires and bottom chassis.
  4. Any insurance claim due to damage is under the sole responsibility of the renters. Tripology serves merely a middleman between the rental company and the client.
  5. Any expense due to vehicle damage that will be paid for using a credit card will be under the sole responsibility of the renter.
  6. Every driver should check their vehicle prior to departing, and bring the rental company’s attention to any scratch / dent / malfunction in the car – before leaving. This is in order to prevent unjustified credit card-paid expenses.

Payment Terms

  1. Upon registration, a $250 fee per person will be due, which represent the registration fee – this fee won’t be refunded if the tour is cancelled by the travelers themselves.
  2. Emergency situations: we will have the privilege to announce the cancellation of a tour, in full or in part, even at a short notice, if according to our discretion, it cannot be executed or there is a danger in going through with the tour, due to causes that are not under our control, including strikes, security warnings, guidance by certified authorities, plagues, natural disasters, war and emergency situations, and so on. In all the above situations, we will not be responsible for any damage, whether direct or indirect, or to inconvenience incurred due to the full or partial cancellation of the tour. In a case of a full cancellation, travelers will be reimbursed with the money they paid the company, offset by any expense the company has already funded (including the company’s guarantee), and for which it did not receive a refund. If the tour was partially cancelled, travelers will receive all payments for ground services which have not been taken advantage of, offset by any payments for which the company did not receive a refund for.
  3. Payments can be made using any credit card (aside from Diners and American Express) with 3 equal payments (nominal and without interest). The first payment will be paid a month before the tour begins. In addition, payments can be made using cash or bank transfer according to the transfer and check (the high) exchange rate on the day of the payment.
  4. Bank details for bank transfer: Tripology Tourism LTD., Bank Benleumi, Branch 44 (The Opera), Account Number 606472. Please fax the transfer documentation to +972-2-5797471
  5. If you have chosen to pay with cash or bank transfer, please make sure the payment is processed up to 14 business days before the tour begins.
  6. The payment is processed according to the high transfer and check rate of the day of the payment (to clarify the rate, please contact our office).
  7. If you have chosen to use a non-Israeli credit card, or if you want to make a dollar payment with a credit card – we ask you to check the condition of doing so with our office prior to making the payment (we may be forced to collect an additional sum due to the special expenses that fall on these types of payments).

Cancellation fee

  • Up to 21 business days before departure, all payments will be refunded, excluding the $200 cancellation fee.
  • From 20 to 10 business days before departure: $200 cancellation fee + 15% of the tour price.
  • From 9 to 4 business days before departure: $200 cancellation fee + 50% of the tour price.
  • From 3 business days before departure up until departure: the cancellation fee is the price of the tour itself.

Reimbursements due to tour cancellations will be processed within 30 days from the day the cancellation was requested. The cancellation notice should be sent to our office in writing (email / fax), with a telephone call to follow to ensure it has been received.