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Ancient Burana and Konorchek Canyons
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Ancient Burana and Konorchek Canyons

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Ages 10-75
Duration: 6–8 hours
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Mobile ticket
Live guide: Arabic, English
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  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch at traditional Kyrgyz Kattama cafe
  • Entry/Admission - Burana Tower
  • Entry/Admission - Konorchek Canyons


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Infants must sit on laps
        • Service animals allowed
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 233084P4

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Not recommended for travellers with back problems
        • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
        • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
        • Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
        • There are few barriers with heights 1 to 2 meters, which should be climbed
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 233084P4

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        • olaaM5204AS
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          Mars, thank you.
          We spent 4 days exploring the beautiful country of Kyrgztan with Atlas ag. It was well organized, fun and I would do it again. A special thank you to our guide Mars for making it a memorable. It was because of him that we had such a great time, saw everything we wanted and was able to enjoy the culture❤️
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          The perfect tour.
          We had 5 days to pack in as much as possible and Zamir certainly made that happen. We couldn’t have done half of what we did without him. His knowledge about Kyrgyzstan is Incredible. Would 100% advise booking a guide as you go to places you probably wouldn’t if doing it solo. Also being able to translate is extremely helpful as his English is perfect. I would say we’ve made a friend for life.
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        • 615priyankar
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          Lovely experience in enchanting Kyrgyzstan
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        • greenbird2
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A great day out in the nature outside Bishkek
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        • C1283VPpetram
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          DO NOT FALL FOR THIS TRIP
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          Amazing Kirghi trip!
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        Ghayas Khan
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        Aug 2021
        I took a day trip to Buruna Castle and Kegeti Gorge Waterfall, we are family of 5 with young kids. We enjoyed a lot, it was great experience to enjoy the nature. We are truly grateful to Mars who took us to these places and kept on passing the information throughout. It was worth the time and money and thanks again to Mars for his hospitality.
        Written 28 August 2021
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        Shavonne
        14 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2024 • Solo
        I came to the country for a work trip and only had one free day in Kyrgyzstan, and I am so glad I picked this tour. It was honestly the perfect day, and Mars was the best guide. It was like traveling with an old friend who could answer every question I had about the country. Ancient Burana was really cool, and I loved the museum and drive-up. The Canyons were truly breathtaking; photos will never do them justice. Lunch was so good, I am already dreaming about it. Also, as a solo traveler, I rarely get any photos of myself, but Mars made sure to take several photos for me, which was amazing. Definitely take this trip and all Atlas' other ones if you have time. I have already told my family that I want to come back and they are coming with me this time. I have nothing but great things to say about it.
        Written 9 March 2024
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        Dear Shavonne, Thank you for taking time to write about your experience. Your kind feedback means a lot to us. Wish you best of luck and hope to see you again
        Written 29 March 2024
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        Kasturi K
        3 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Nov 2023 • Solo
        Burana tower and the petroglyphs were quite telling of the history of Kyrgyzstan. Beutiful views from the top of the tower. The stairs are quite narrow and steep, but Ulan helped me with his instructions to climb up and get down.
        The hike to the canyons and the culmination of the hike was just breathtaking! I am not an avid hiker, but Ulan made it so easy for me. Most of the hike was gradual uphill trail, with a few difficult passes. Ulan helped me at each pass very patiently. The hike was totally worth it. The canyons are mesmerising. And the weather was perfect! 5 stars for Ulan! 🙂
        Written 4 November 2023
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        WE are so grateful for such detailed review. Much appreciated. In fact, weather in the Canyon is mostly sunny and dry due to being among mountains. Thank you!
        Written 3 February 2024
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        Kevin E
        164 contributions
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        Feb 2024 • Solo
        Epic trip! Pickup at hotel was at 0800. first we drove to the ancient Burana, a UNESCO world heritage site. We walked up the minaret and also visited the monuments. All of my questions pertaining to the once thriving settlement was answered by Mars. We then drove to a row of restaurants mainly visited by locals to try kattama, a bread made fresh, and to enjoy chai before our trip to the Konorchek Canyons. The Konorchek Canyons is an eight mile round trip walk through narrow gorges. The walk can be done by anyone at any age. Upon arrival to the canyon the contrasting shades of red pop out as the sun shined brightly. It was breathtaking to say the least. Mars took me to some great viewpoints where we took his drone and captured some beautiful pics. It was very peaceful only hearing the occasional quails and wind around us. Highly recommend Atlas and Mars to take on this epic trip.
        Written 25 March 2024
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        Dear Kevin, It was real pleasure to host you. Your kind words means a lot to us. Hope to see you again:)
        Written 29 March 2024
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        LBa
        4 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2023 • Couples
        My partner and me had the best trip we could wish for with Ulan (as a guide) and a young man from UK, who also booked the tour. We were picked up in time, went to Burana Tower first. Sadly, it was closed and we couldn't go up but then Ulan brought us to the Kegeti Waterfall. Such a nice cooling adventure with the hot temperature! Ulan was a good driver and such a kind and caring person. He was making the best of our trip, he was more engaged than we wished for a guide to be. He gave 150% that day and made it an incredible day trip for us! He then found the best food to bring back the power and we shared traditional kyrgyz dinner. Very good! Ulan speaks English, which is very helpful!
        Written 23 June 2023
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        remarkable_travels
        Tokyo, Japan273 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Breathtakingly beautiful scenery, wonderful ancient ruins. Very obliging and friendly guides who will make your Kyrgyzstan dreams come true. My excellent guide also took photos so I was in the shot and stopped for special photo ops. Very comfy 4WD. You’ll learn a lot about Kyrgyzstan. I’ll be using these guys for my next tour
        Written 3 October 2021
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        ALain
        Cremona, Italy402 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Professionalism is the watchword!!! Macs accompanied us on this fascinating tour, telling us about the Kyrgyzstan of yesterday and today
        Nice and with a unique heart
        Happy to have chosen you, sure to recommend you
        Warm greetings and a hug
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        Written 13 April 2024
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        FlorianMaenner
        Kelkheim5 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great tour to enjoy some spectacular nature outside Bishkek. The Burana Tower shows some great history, the Kegeti Gorge in particular is a sight definitely worth seeing.
        Written 23 September 2022
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        788nabeelm
        Lenasia, South Africa16 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Maksat was a very friendly and helpful guide who went the extra mile to make sure I had an amazing experience on my tour at Burna Tower and Kegeti Gorge Waterfall.
        Written 22 October 2021
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        Lisboa1960
        12 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2021
        Mas was a perfect guide. He can 'sell' Kyrgyzstan, he can tell you amazing stories about daily life in the city, but mostly on his beloved mountains! A truly great experience.
        Written 3 October 2021
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