OVERVIEW
Kyrgyzstan Offroad Trip – 4x4 Adventure with Rental Car
Kyrgyzstan: Survival 4×4 Offroad & Overlanding Adventure
Expedition along the Silk Road – through the Tian Shan and Pamir Mountains
On the legendary Silk Road
Kyrgyzstan is located in the heart of Central Asia and is a true paradise for off-road fans and overlanding adventurers. The country impresses with spectacular landscapes, endless expanses, and incredibly warm people known for their hospitality.
For a 4x4 off-road trip, Kyrgyzstan is simply perfect: Many of the driveable routes lead to over 4,000 meters in altitude and offer genuine adventure away from paved roads. Here you experience overlanding in its most original form – rugged, wild, and authentic.
Nature lovers will be fully satisfied: The mighty Tian Shan Mountains, turquoise lakes like Issyk-Kul and Song Kol, as well as dreamy valleys, for example in the Ala-Artscha National Park, create the ideal backdrop for an unforgettable off-road tour. In addition, direct contact with locals makes every trip to Kyrgyzstan special.
Details about the tour
8 days of pure adrenaline in the breathtaking landscapes of the Tian Shan mountains.
This survival and overlanding tour takes you deep into the wild nature of Kyrgyzstan.
You will experience the authentic way of life of the Kyrgyz nomads and spend the night in traditional Yurts, where you can feel the nomadic spirit up close. Look forward to typical specialties like Beshbarmak and Manti, along with hot tea, local music, and traditional folklore.
Daily program: Kyrgyzstan 4x4 Offroad Tour – Adventure trip with rental car
Day 1 – Arrival in Bishkek | 0 km traveled
Meeting in Bishkek, the vibrant capital of Kyrgyzstan. The city is known for its green parks, wide streets, and impressive marble buildings. Soviet architecture meets here with residential blocks and lovingly built private houses.
The chessboard-like street grid with small irrigation channels provides plenty of greenery and pleasant shade – perfect to relax into the 4x4 off-road adventure in Kyrgyzstan.
Day 2 – 320 km | Asphalt & Offroad
Today the real 4x4 offroad adventure begins. We leave Bishkek and initially drive on asphalt before we switch to remote offroad tracks. The landscape becomes wilder, the mountains come closer and give a first taste of overlanding in Kyrgyzstan.
Day 3 – 220 km | Asphalt & Offroad
At 10:00 AM we start on rocky trails towards Moldo-Ashuu Pass (3,346 m). After crossing the pass, we go steeply down through canyons with rushing rivers. Further through the semi-desert, we reach another pass (3,165 m) and finally Tasch-Rabat, an old inn from the 12th century on the Silk Road.
Accommodation optionally in traditional yurts with dinner and sauna or while camping in the middle of the impressive mountains.
Day 4 – 300 km | Asphalt & Offroad
At 9:00 AM we set off for the Issyk-Kul Lake. The route leads through spectacular canyons and alpine expanses over 3,000 m. First, we drive on asphalt, then on off-road tracks with stones and rocks, surrounded by mountains whose peaks seem to touch the sky.
In good weather, we take the off-road route over the Tosor Pass (about 4,000 m) and descend into a dreamlike valley towards Issyk-Kul. Overnight stay is at camping in nature.
Day 5 – 350 km | Asphalt & Offroad
At 9:00 AM we start and initially drive on asphalt through Karakol. Then the ascent to a pass at 3,822 m begins. Along the way, we visit an abandoned ghost town, once the center of mining for tungsten, tin, and molybdenum – today, only about 30 families still live here. Everywhere, there are abandoned houses, a school, a hospital, and even an old airstrip to discover.
We continue towards the impressive peaks of Khan Tengri (7,010 m) and Pobeda (7,439 m) on the border with China, with spectacular views. Overnight stay in the hotel in Karakol.
Day 6 – 520 km | Asphalt & Offroad
At 9:00 a.m. we start and initially drive on asphalt before the road transitions to an off-road track to the Arabel Plateau. We cross the famous "Golden Road" and reach the highest point of the tour: a pass at 4,028 m in the Terskey Alatau mountains – the third highest pass in Kyrgyzstan and the highest not on the border.
After extensive exploration of the area, we return via the same route through impressive valleys back to Bishkek. Overnight stay in the hotel.
Day 7 – Free Day | Bishkek
Today you have off! Use the day to explore Bishkek on your own, shop for souvenirs, or enjoy the atmosphere of the capital in a café. A relaxing day before the conclusion of our 4x4 off-road adventure.
Day 8 – Return Journey | End of Tour
Today it is time to say goodbye. After breakfast, we will begin our journey home and reflect on the unforgettable 4x4 off-road experiences in Kyrgyzstan.
PRICE
from€1799.00 / person✓ Trip includes
✕ Trip does not include
- Experienced, multilingual tour guide – over 15 years of experience with 4x4 tours and expeditions
- Guiding service throughout the expedition
- Tips & recommendations for preparation: accommodation, flights, internet maps, visa, and international permits
- Support with 4x4 rental (e.g. Toyota Landcruiser or similar models)
- Facilitation of a 'Border Permit' (for a fee) for access to militarized or special areas
