Kyrgyzstan
Not easy to pronounce, and not straightforward to get to, but persevere – Kyrgyzstan is central Asia’s forgotten gem. Travel may be rough and ready at times, but that’s part of the charm: you don’t come here because everyone else is doing it. 90 percent of the country is accounted for by gigantic mountains and their valleys, gorges and lakes – this is a truly stunning country, a place where nature has worked overtime to line up rugged peaks, high altitude lakes such as idyllic Issyk-Kul that are warm enough for swimming, and serene meadows, perfect for that overnight yurt stay. Head to Kyrgyzstan as soon as you can – no country this blessed with beauty can stay secret for long.
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Our Favourite Trips
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Istanbul to Beijing Overland
- 96 days
- From US $10,915
- Countries Visited: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, China, Turkey, Iran
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Tashkent to Bishkek Overland
- 16 days
- From US $1,410
- Countries Visited: Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan
