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All in one-day: Bishkek city tour and Ala-Archa National Park
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All in one-day: Bishkek city tour and Ala-Archa National Park

By Datka Travel
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Ages 5-100
Duration: 7–8 hours
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Live guide: Russian, English
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  • English speaking guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Trekking poles
  • Bottled water and snacs for hiking
  • Lunch at a national restaurant.
  • Entry/Admission - museums during city tour
  • Entry/Admission - Ala-Archa Gorge
What's not included
  • personal expenses
  • Health insurance


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Our guide will pick you up from a hotel or any point in Bishkek.
    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.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Pushchair accessible
        • Near public transportation
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 240299P2

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Most travellers can participate
        • We can accommodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements. Please kindly indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking.
        • 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: 240299P2

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        HK$758.97
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        • Datka Travel
          177
          Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
          Joined in January 2020
        • meghabaskey
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Highly recommended!
          It was a wonderful and memorable 4 days private tour with Datka Travel. Communicating with Mr. Talgat about the itinerary was easy through whtsapp. From airport transfers to day tours to National Park, Bishkek city, Burana Tower, canyons and Issyk kul lake and arranging a stay in Chon Kemin..everything was well taken care of. Special mention to our guide Mr. Andrew. He was very friendly and punctual. He took special care for all our dietary restrictions too. Showed us beautiful locations. He took us to many local cafes/restaurants where the food was very delicious. Pickup/drops for all day tours were on time. The vehicle was clean. Kyrgyzstan no doubt is a very scenic and beautiful country with very friendly people. Overall, it was a very memorable trip. We highly recommend Datka travel services for Kyrgyzstan.
          Written 14 September 2024
        • annabU1994SD
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Beautiful hike with great tour company
          The trail to waterfall is quite steep but nothing too extreme. Very nice view of the valley with beautiful mountains around. The waterfall was very beautiful already with some snow and ice in places. Our tour guide was very friendly, polite, and interesting to talk about Kyrgyzstan's people, country. We had very enjoyable time hiking in beautiful environment with very nice guide. Highly recommend this company.
          Written 12 September 2024
        • Mette Charlotte B
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          3-day horseback riding in Kyrgyzstan
          What a lovely trip, what an amazing country with so many great people 😊 Our guide, Erbol, was a super companion and trustworthy!
          Written 12 September 2024
        • lightoftheknight
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Will definitely remember this beautiful experience or Kyrgyzstan!
          I recommend Datka Travel so much! I liaised very easily with Talgat from Datka Travel via WhatsApp, and he customised this tour to include Konorchek Canyons as we wanted to see more nature in the tour. We greatly appreciate! On the day of the tour, our guide Faruk met us promptly at our hotel and I wish to commend his really excellent service from start to end. He shared with us rich information about life in Kyrgyzstan and we learnt so much! That was nothing compared to the support he rendered to us during our hike to Konorchek Canyons. It was an hour hike (one-way) and the hike involved challenging obstacles enroute, which Faruk was able to guide us expertly on how to pass through. He even physically pulled us up at some points. Very grateful for taking care of us so well. The tour itself is beautiful and well-organised, and the sights that we saw at Konorchek Canyon and horseriding at Chon Kemin really showed us the natural beauty of Kyrgyzstan, which we wanted to see. Lunch at a traditional Kyrgzs guesthouse with very hospitable hosts really added a local touch to the whole experience. Thank you so much Talgat and Faruk and Datka Travel for this tour experience that I will surely remember!
          Written 11 September 2024
        • eloy466
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Enjoyable excursions
          I took 2 tours with Datka Travel, the 4 hour Bishkek food tour and the Burana Tower/Konorchek Canyon tour. Both are highly recomended. The guides, Talgat and Faruk, are very knowledgeable, friendly and commited. For me it was a great experience in both cases.
          Written 9 September 2024
        • TAMAN1951
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day
          Our guide Andrey was perfect for us. Since we had already seen a number of spots on the original plan he was able to quickly modify or tour to show us things we missed. Very polite and knowledgeable. We had some great good and a great experience. We highly recommend this organization.
          Written 9 September 2024
        • Inspire273783
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day tour
          If you're looking for a day away from the busy city of Bishkek, this is a great tour. Our tour guide, Begy, was wonderful, very accommodating, and took great care of us. I highly recommend.
          Written 8 September 2024
        • zinniaw2023
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Brilliant day trip from Bishkek
          Brilliantly organised trip, I’m so glad I went with datka travel. Our guide was really knowledgeable and catered to our needs really well. Joined up with another couple for this tour and they had mixed dietaries which were well looked after. Went first to Burana tower then drove on to the horse riding. Driving was really safe and the tour was brilliant. Stunning views, horses were in really good condition and well looked after, and it was a really lovely way to enjoy the scenery.
          Written 3 September 2024
        • Julian V
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Awesome adventure on horses & a suspension bidge!
          Great Experience! Andrey, our driver & guide, was friendly & polite. With our permission he took us to an additional touristy location called Supara which was interesting (not to be confused with Supara Chunkurchak, which we went to later). It has architecture & design with an eye towards old fashioned Kyrgis traditions. Then we drove to Chunkurchak Gorge to see a modest waterfall, but with a spectacular view from the suspension bridge... quite an experience... also had the options to be filmed by a drone when walking on the bridge, as well as to climb down into the gorge! From there we were taken to Supara Chunkurchak for horseback riding, dinner, archery & even an optional zipline that was not previously advertised! It was all great!
          Written 26 August 2024
        • DURAN85
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The best travel agent in Kyrgyzstan
          Datka Travel had played a pivotal role in my recent magical trip to Kyrgyzstan. First and for most I liked the fact that "Talgat" who is the owner was friendly open person all reach out to him. He prepared an itinerary very meticulously according to all my demands and even after comparing with some other agents in different parts of the country, he was trying his best to give me a fair deal. In term of destinations, well Kyrgyzstan itself is a heaven on earth which should be in everyone's bucket list. Its landscapes are breathtakingly beautiful, and the local culture is incredibly rich. Datka Travel made sure that it was an easy and an enjoyable experience for us! We had three wonderful guides traveled alongside us through the tour. Our city tour guide "Farouk"was dynamic and knowledgeable, making learning about Bishkek a fun experience. "Azamat" is one of the best guides we’ve ever had the pleasure of dealing with and he was with us for most of our itinerary. While traveling with him we could feel that he was a good friend but at the same time he was very professional and careful. Another guide we met on our way was "Chyngyz", helpful and warm-hearted man, that made our travel to this rather isolated and beautiful place, Son Kul Lake even more interesting. The whole team at Datka Travel was professionally attentive and warm as if we have been knowing each other for years. Their professionalism in making sure everything was perfect during the trip was apparent in the way they managed to handle us. All in all, Datka Travel, led by Talgat, provides an outstanding journey and added care to the clients. These are some of the best tour operators you should hire if you are willing to tour Kyrgyzstan; they will offer you reasonable prices alongside friendly and courteous service delivery. Indeed, Kyrgyzstan is enchanting, and Datka Travel is the most suitable means to explore it.
          Written 26 August 2024
        • atomicwest
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Introduction to the Landscapes and Culture in Kyrgyzstan
          Overall great tour to see north Kyrgyztan outside of Bishkek. Faruh was an awesome guide who had a lot of information about the country. Along the way, he pointed out landmarks in different cities and towns, and different parts of the landscape. He is very flexible with short stops along the way, like if you want to take a few quick pictures at some location. And he brought coffee and water for me which I really appreciate. About 2 hours from Bishkek, we stopped at a local cafe for some tea and Kyrgyz bread/snacks. Afterward it was almost an hour to the horseback riding location. We stopped at a local family’s home, where they brought the horses. You can ride the horses into the mountains for hours if you really want, or whenever you’re tired you can let your guide know to turn back. Early spring is a little less ideal because the snow is melting and turning the ground into slush, but the views are still beautiful. The food prepared by the family is a nice presentation of traditional Kyrgyz food, and the family was very welcoming. Normally you go to Burana tower in the morning, but we ended up there toward closing time when there were almost no people. It was great exploring the area without any lines, and the mini museum has a lot of old relics. In general, you only need cash if you plan to buy souvenirs or additional snacks along the way, but we didn’t make a lot of stops like that. Otherwise everything is included with your tour. If you are traveling solo, contact the tour operator first if you want to see some other specific sites; you will be charged a single supplement fee that is almost the price of 2 people.
          Written 25 August 2024
        • jongchullh
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Mr. Maltan.
          I didn't know there was such a beautiful place near Bishkek. I loved the cute waterfall seen from the cloud bridge, the beautiful scenery from the top of the small peak, and the horseback riding through the meadows. The good meal and the archery exercise after the meal were enough to relieve stress. The kindness of the guide was also a joy that cannot be missed.
          Written 15 August 2024
        • Dream19576471864
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Awesome hike in Ala Archa National Park
          Faruk, our guide, led us on a great hike to the waterfall. It's a challenging hike at times but he let us take our time and gave us lots of time for photos. A great day in nature.
          Written 12 August 2024
        • Dream01352244482
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Awesome experience
          The views were imaging. The tour operator was cooperative and able to create tailor-made plans for tourists. Guide Farukh was very knowledgeable and helpful.
          Written 11 August 2024
        • Departure11362404452
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Tour
          The arrangement is excellent, the guide is professional and caring. The lunch is nice . We have spent a great day in Kyrgyzstan.
          Written 8 August 2024
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        Jan
        Almaty, Kazakhstan6 contributions
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        The city tour with Datka Travel is definitely a must if you want to explore and learn more about the city. If you’re on a short trip, I recommend to take it either on your first or last day in Bishkek. Talgat was our guide, and he was attentive, warm, and very knowledgeable.

        And Ala-Archa national Park was truly hiking paradise! For me the best part was feeding the squirrels and birds.

        It was an amazing experience and 100% recommended for 1st time visitors
        Written 7 February 2023
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        James Burrows
        Cork, Ireland26 contributions
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        May 2024 • Solo
        I went on the National Park and Bishkek Tour combined day trip, and I must say that Faruk was a wonderful guide, extremely helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. I took advantage of the paid extra option to be collected from Manas airport, which was great for me as it reduced any initial stress. From there we went into the stunning Al Archa national park (and got some terrific pictures), before sampling traditional Kyrgyz food and getting an overview into the main sights of Bishkek, including Osh Bazaar. For those who have a limited time in Kyrgyzstan, I can think of no better way to spent a day in the country, as it combines so much in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere, definitely would recommend it to the first time visitor!
        Written 11 June 2024
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        Antonio B
        Seattle, WA5 contributions
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        Jan 2023
        Between the beautiful national park just outside the city to all the significant buildings and monuments in the city, this tour allowed me to explore and learn so much about Bishkek. The amount of things we visited in just one day was incredible, and great value for money. Highlight was definitely the Kyrgyz family dinner. Food was delicious and I enjoyed talking with the tour guide and his family, they are lovely people.
        Written 29 January 2023
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        Juris Grantins
        Riga, Latvia5 contributions
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        One day trip, at the beginning, some objects in the city, then lunch, and then to Ala-Archa. All good, the guide, Faruk very well English speaking. Attractive and helpful. Very good lunch in local restaurant. I recommend this tour to everyone who wants to taste Biskek spirit with mountain's experience.
        Written 22 November 2023
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        Kevin R
        Tucson, AZ14 contributions
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        Our guide for the day was Faruuk (sp).

        Nothing but great things to say about him and the day tour. He explained what we were seeing - took us to a great restaurant for lunch - willing to take us hiking as far as our legs would carry us!

        Clean car - great driver. Nothing but thumbs up and 5 Stars!
        Written 26 April 2024
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        Patricia B
        Atyrau, Kazakhstan156 contributions
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        Our guide Talgat communicated with us immediately upon booking. He answered numerous questions we had prior to arriving which was very helpful. He organized our day to include special events such as the national game of Kok Buru which was an exciting cultural experience. He split the city tour into two parts, one after picking us up and at the end of the day. He was very knowledgeable and shared lots of great stories with us. The trip to Ala Archa National Park was a nice experience. We had wonderful weather to enjoy the fresh mountain air and feed the birds off our hands. Everything was included so there were no surprises. Lunch was at a famous Kyrgyz restaurant. You can't go wrong booking a tour with Talgat as your guide.
        Written 20 March 2023
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        Sher R
        Guangzhou, China1 contribution
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        Jan 2023 • Friends
        The final day of our trip in Bishkek was undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable experiences we had during our stay. All night it was snowing and as someone who had never experienced snow before, it was truly magical to see everything covered in a thick layer of white.

        Our visit to the Ala Archa park was equally breathtaking the view was spectacular and unforgettable. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Bishkek.
        Written 15 March 2023
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        doris_cro
        London, UK20 contributions
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        Jul 2022 • Solo
        I enjoyed my day trip to Ala Archa.Everything was well organised and it was great to spend a day in nature with a nice group of people.The city tour was informative and I really enjoyed tasting some local dishes during the dinner.Talgat was great company and a reliable and knowledgeable guide.
        Written 12 September 2022
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        Dear Doris! Thank you so much for your warm feedback! It means the world to us. We enjoyed your company a lot!
        Written 17 January 2023
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        Ngoc L
        Hanoi, Vietnam53 contributions
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        Farukh was an amazing guide. He was very attentive towards my and another traveler’s needs. The scenery was as expected, beautiful and breathtaking. The place he took us to have lunch was also great. Even though it was raining outside, he made sure we have a fantastic time. Thanks a lot for a wonderful day in Kyrgyzstan!
        Written 21 March 2024
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        Bailey S
        Calgary, Canada56 contributions
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        Wonderful day! I recommend doing the hike first before lunch and then the city tour. There are 2 options for the hike: walk along the base of the mountains for an easy day, or a three hour more demanding hike up to the waterfall. We did the waterfall. If you are of moderate fitness level, (and I think I am!) it will be very manageable. Highly suggest the more demanding hike, it is absolutely worth it! Lunch is in a typical Kyrg restaurant and is delicious, and the city tour was great. And of course, Farouk my guide! He was fantastic, had so many funny and interesting stories as well as all the facts about Kyrg culture and history. He spoke English well. Time and money well spent, I would recommend this tour as a start to anyone beginning their Kyrgyzstan vacation!
        Written 15 August 2023
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        Dear Bailey, Thank you for your enthusiastic review and for sharing your experience with us! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful day and that you recommend starting with the more demanding hike to the waterfall – it's great to know that even those with moderate fitness levels can manage it. We appreciate your kind words about the delicious lunch at the typical Kyrgyz restaurant and the great city tour. Farouk's fantastic guiding skills and his funny, interesting stories about Kyrgyz culture and history truly enhance the experience. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're thrilled to be considered a great start for anyone beginning their Kyrgyzstan vacation.
        Written 5 October 2023
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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