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Notes from the roads, trails and high pastures.
Practical guides written from local experience—not copied itineraries. Use them to plan honestly before you arrive.
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Culture, costs, routes and what the experience really asks of you.
Golden Eagle Hunters of Issyk-Kul — Tradition & Ethics | Tianshan Tours
July 24, 2026 — What a bürkütchü demonstration involves, how the tradition works, and the ethical questions worth asking.
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Horse Trekking for Beginners | Tianshan Tours
July 17, 2026 — Saddle time, safety, packing and how to choose a responsible trip when you have never ridden.
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Kyrgyzstan in 7, 10 or 14 Days | Tianshan Tours
July 14, 2026 — Route logic for Issyk-Kul, Song-Kul, Karakol and Tash Rabat—with realistic driving time.
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World Nomad Games 2026 | Tianshan Tours
July 10, 2026 — Dates, venues, transport and realistic side trips for the event in Bishkek and Issyk-Kul.
Read guidePlan by question
Start with what you need to decide.
- Where should I go?
Compare regions, bases and the pace that fits your dates.
- What kind of trip?
Choose between trekking, horses, winter, culture and nature.
- When should I come?
Match the activity to the season before fixing the route.