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Best things to do in Naryn

Nestled within majestic mountains, Naryn is a hidden gem awaiting discovery in the heart of Kyrgyzstan. Traverse this enchanting region, characterized by its shimmering rivers, vast grasslands, and traditional nomadic lifestyle. Naryn's rugged beauty offers endless opportunities for trekking, horseback riding, and yurt-stays under starlit skies. Immerse yourself in the town's rich tapestry of culture, from heartwarming Kyrgyz hospitality to traditional music echoing in the valleys. Naryn, with its unspoiled charm and captivating landscapes, is a journey back in time, celebrating the essence of Central Asian wonder. 

EXPERIENCES

A range of thrilling experiences handpicked by our experts. Don’t see one that’s just right for you? No problem. Our local insiders will create precisely what you want.

Son-Kul Lake

Naryn's crowning jewel, Son-Kul Lake, beckons with its shimmering azure waters, set against the backdrop of rolling pastures and snow-peaked mountains. This high-altitude lake, teeming with local bird species, offers a serene escape. Stay in traditional yurts, experience nomadic life, and be lulled to sleep by the gentle lapping of the lake waves, making it an experience of a lifetime.

Trekking Adventure

Naryn is the gateway to some of Kyrgyzstan's most breathtaking treks in the Tien Shan range. Walk through dense conifer forests, meadows sprinkled with wildflowers, and ascend to vantage points offering panoramic views of the valleys below. Every step in these mountains is an immersion into untouched wilderness, echoing with the whispers of ancient nomads.

Historical Tash Rabat

Venture into the mysterious Tash Rabat, an ancient stone caravanserai that once hosted Silk Road travellers. Nestled amidst the hills, this well-preserved relic offers a glimpse into the region's historical significance. Its labyrinthine chambers and passages, steeped in legends of hidden treasures and secret tunnels, ignite the explorer in you.

Horse Riding

In the land of the nomads, horse riding is not just a mode of transport but a cherished tradition. With a sturdy Kyrgyz horse, explore the sprawling valleys, crisscross sparkling streams, and ascend gentle hills. Even if you've never ridden before, local guides ensure a comfortable and memorable journey, sharing stories of the region’s history and culture along the way.

Naryn Festival

Dive into the heart of Kyrgyz culture at the annual Naryn Festival. Witness exhilarating horse games, traditional music and dance performances, and artisans showcasing their crafts. Sample delectable Kyrgyz cuisine and partake in communal celebrations, experiencing the region's vibrant spirit and hospitality.

River Adventures

The Naryn River, with its sparkling waters, offers thrilling rafting and fishing opportunities. Challenge the river's rapids, guided by experienced professionals, or relax on its banks, casting lines for the abundant fish species. It's an exhilarating way to appreciate Naryn's natural beauty.

Yurt Living Experience

Stay in a traditional Kyrgyz yurt for an authentic nomadic experience. These circular tents, made of felt and wood, are marvels of traditional design. Locals welcome guests with warm Kyrgyz hospitality, introducing them to age-old customs, from savouring traditional dishes like beshbarmak to listening to tales around a cozy fire. An evening under the starlit sky here connects one with nomadic ancestors.

Winter Sports Adventures

Come winter, Naryn National Park transforms into a snow-draped wonderland. This is the time for snowboarding, skiing, and snowshoeing. The park's varied terrains cater to both beginners and experts. The feeling of descending slopes with the majestic Tian Shan mountains as a backdrop is unparalleled. Afterwards, the prospect of a warm drink in a cozy yurt adds to the charm.

Wildlife Spotting Excursions

Home to species like the snow leopard, lynx, and Marco Polo sheep, the park is a biodiversity hotspot. Join a guided wildlife watching tour at dawn or dusk, the best times to spot these elusive creatures. With binoculars in hand and anticipation in the air, these safaris offer a chance to witness the park's inhabitants in their natural habitat.

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CENTRAL ASIA DISCOVERY EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group journey across five Central Asia “Stans”, from Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan. Explore Bishkek, valleys and yurt glamping, cross Kazakhstan for Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon and Almaty, fly to Tajikistan for Dushanbe and Hissar, then discover Uzbekistan’s great Silk Road cities and finish in Ashgabat.

Interest

Hiking/Trekking, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,795

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

HIDDEN GEMS OF PAMIR FERGANA
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan

Experience a breathtaking 13-day, Central Asia holiday from Tajikistan’s Pamir Highlands to Kyrgyzstan’s Fergana Valley. Travel the scenic Pamir Highway, explore remote mountain villages, soak in hot springs, and enjoy cultural encounters across two countries. This overland journey reveals the hidden beauty, rich history, and local culture of Central Asia’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

Tailor-made

13 days from

£6,965

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

KYRGYZSTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures from Kyrgyzstan’s alpine valleys to Kazakhstan’s dynamic cities. This 13-day tour blends natural beauty, Silk Road history, and nomadic traditions in one unforgettable journey with Asian Geographical, the leading designer of luxury travel to Asia.

Interest

People & Culture, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

Tailor-made

13 days from

£7,945

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

UZBEKISTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Explore Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, discover Fergana Valley crafts, cross into Kyrgyzstan for Osh, Ala Archa, Issyk-Kul and Karakol, then glamp in a luxury yurt, visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon, and finish in Almaty.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,495

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

UZBEKISTAN TO KYRGYZSTAN EXPLORER
Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Travel from Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities to Kyrgyzstan’s mountain valleys on a two-week journey through Central Asia's diverse landscapes and cultures. This trip includes a detailed itinerary covering all major highlights, allowing you to explore historic architecture, desert landscapes, alpine lakes, and nomadic traditions. This cultural and scenic adventure offers a rich blend of heritage and nature across two unique and contrasting countries.

Interest

Heritage, AONB

Destination

Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

14 days

Price For Person

From £7,965

Tailor-made

14 days from

£7,965

Without Flights
Duration

14 days

Price For Person

From £7,965

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List View

CENTRAL ASIA DISCOVERY EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group journey across five Central Asia “Stans”, from Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan. Explore Bishkek, valleys and yurt glamping, cross Kazakhstan for Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon and Almaty, fly to Tajikistan for Dushanbe and Hissar, then discover Uzbekistan’s great Silk Road cities and finish in Ashgabat.

Interest

Hiking/Trekking, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,795

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

HIDDEN GEMS OF PAMIR FERGANA
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan

Experience a breathtaking 13-day, Central Asia holiday from Tajikistan’s Pamir Highlands to Kyrgyzstan’s Fergana Valley. Travel the scenic Pamir Highway, explore remote mountain villages, soak in hot springs, and enjoy cultural encounters across two countries. This overland journey reveals the hidden beauty, rich history, and local culture of Central Asia’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

Tailor-made

13 days from

£6,965

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

KYRGYZSTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures from Kyrgyzstan’s alpine valleys to Kazakhstan’s dynamic cities. This 13-day tour blends natural beauty, Silk Road history, and nomadic traditions in one unforgettable journey with Asian Geographical, the leading designer of luxury travel to Asia.

Interest

People & Culture, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

Tailor-made

13 days from

£7,945

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

UZBEKISTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Explore Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, discover Fergana Valley crafts, cross into Kyrgyzstan for Osh, Ala Archa, Issyk-Kul and Karakol, then glamp in a luxury yurt, visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon, and finish in Almaty.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,495

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

UZBEKISTAN TO KYRGYZSTAN EXPLORER
Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Travel from Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities to Kyrgyzstan’s mountain valleys on a two-week journey through Central Asia's diverse landscapes and cultures. This trip includes a detailed itinerary covering all major highlights, allowing you to explore historic architecture, desert landscapes, alpine lakes, and nomadic traditions. This cultural and scenic adventure offers a rich blend of heritage and nature across two unique and contrasting countries.

Interest

Heritage, AONB

Destination

Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

14 days

Price For Person

From £7,965

Tailor-made

14 days from

£7,965

Without Flights
Duration

14 days

Price For Person

From £7,965

Grid View

List View

HIDDEN GEMS OF PAMIR FERGANA
Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan

Experience a breathtaking 13-day, Central Asia holiday from Tajikistan’s Pamir Highlands to Kyrgyzstan’s Fergana Valley. Travel the scenic Pamir Highway, explore remote mountain villages, soak in hot springs, and enjoy cultural encounters across two countries. This overland journey reveals the hidden beauty, rich history, and local culture of Central Asia’s most breathtaking landscapes.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

Tailor-made

13 days from

£6,965

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

KYRGYZSTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures from Kyrgyzstan’s alpine valleys to Kazakhstan’s dynamic cities. This 13-day tour blends natural beauty, Silk Road history, and nomadic traditions in one unforgettable journey with Asian Geographical, the leading designer of luxury travel to Asia.

Interest

People & Culture, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

Tailor-made

13 days from

£7,945

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

UZBEKISTAN TO KYRGYZSTAN EXPLORER
Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Travel from Uzbekistan’s Silk Road cities to Kyrgyzstan’s mountain valleys on a two-week journey through Central Asia's diverse landscapes and cultures. This trip includes a detailed itinerary covering all major highlights, allowing you to explore historic architecture, desert landscapes, alpine lakes, and nomadic traditions. This cultural and scenic adventure offers a rich blend of heritage and nature across two unique and contrasting countries.

Interest

Heritage, AONB

Destination

Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

14 days

Price For Person

From £7,965

Tailor-made

14 days from

£7,965

Without Flights
Duration

14 days

Price For Person

From £7,965

Grid View

List View

CENTRAL ASIA DISCOVERY EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group journey across five Central Asia “Stans”, from Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan. Explore Bishkek, valleys and yurt glamping, cross Kazakhstan for Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon and Almaty, fly to Tajikistan for Dushanbe and Hissar, then discover Uzbekistan’s great Silk Road cities and finish in Ashgabat.

Interest

Hiking/Trekking, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,795

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

UZBEKISTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Explore Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, discover Fergana Valley crafts, cross into Kyrgyzstan for Osh, Ala Archa, Issyk-Kul and Karakol, then glamp in a luxury yurt, visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon, and finish in Almaty.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,495

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

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