A stunning Bishkek city tour

Private tour
Price
from $35
Availability
All year around
Duration
3-5 hrs.
Difficulty
Easy
Easy level of difficulty tour. Expect city walks.
Tour type

Overview

For those new to Bishkek, this private, half-day tour offers an ideal introduction to the city’s top attractions. You’ll explore in an air-conditioned vehicle accompanied by your personal English-speaking driver and guide. The tour features iconic stops like Ala-Too Square, known for its grandeur and events; the vibrant Osh Bazaar, a bustling market showcasing local culture and goods; and the impressive Soviet-era building housing the Kyrgyz National Opera, a cultural gem worth exploring.

Highlights

  • A full-day private tour of Bishkek city with traditional Kyrgyz lunch
  • Travel comfortably in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with your English-speaking guide.
  • Relax with convenient pickup and drop-off directly from your Bishkek hotel.
  • Visit open-air market “Osh Bazaar”

Itinerary

Tour itinerary

Osh Bazaar
We’ll pick you up from your hotel to begin our Bishkek city tour. First, we’ll visit Osh Bazaar. The legendary Osh Bazaar is an open-air market where you’ll immerse yourself in the traditional shopping culture of the Kyrgyz people. It’s the perfect place to buy souvenirs, dried fruits, national delicacies, and more.

Victory Square
The square honors the Second World War with monuments and an eternal flame. Your guide will share a brief history of the war and its impact on Kyrgyzstan.

Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Abdylas Maldybayev
We will visit the Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theater, an old and beautiful building that showcases the charming Soviet architecture. From there, you will make your way to Oak Park, where you can learn more about other monuments and take a glance at the fancy Art Gallery.

Ala-Too Square
Ala Too Square is the main square of the city, home to the largest flagpole and the sentinels. Take a stroll around the square to see the historical museum, Manas hero monument, and the White House. Explore the charming “Erkindik” or “Freedom” boulevard, and don’t miss the old railway station, a fine example of early 20th-century Soviet architecture.

Kyrgyz State Philharmonic Hall
The Kyrgyz State Philharmonic Hall is another beautiful place to visit, showcasing the fascinating architectural style of the Mayor’s office, International University, and the Philharmony itself. It’s a must-see for capturing the beauty and uniqueness of these buildings.

Lunch in national Kyrgyz restaurant
Then, we’ll head to a local restaurant for lunch where you can savor delicious traditional Kyrgyz cuisine.

After we’ll drop you off at your hotel, marking the end of our wonderful tour.

Prices

Number of people 1 2 3 4
Price per person (USD) $105 $60 $45 $35

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Included / Excluded

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • English speaking guide
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch

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Clothes & Equipment

You can bring everything you need. Remember that in the summer, Bishkek can get as hot as 40 degrees Celsius, and it can be as cold as 5 degrees Celsius in the mountains. Be ready for sudden changes in the weather. Recommended to bring warm clothes and raincoat or wind breaker.

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