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Silk Road discovery: Burana Tower and Cholpon-Ata

Location Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
$460
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Burana Tower and Issyk-Kul Lake are key highlights of this journey. Burana Tower, a UNESCO World Heritage site, marks the original site of the Karakhanid town, Balasagun, and is located about 80km from Bishkek.

  • 🏰 Visit the Burana Tower, originally 45m high but now standing at 25m due to earthquake damage over the centuries.
  • 🌊 Drive to Issyk-Kul Lake, where you can explore Cholpon-Ata, known for hosting the World Nomad Games.
  • 🗿 Discover an open-air museum of petroglyphs and the Issyk-Kul State Historical and Cultural Museum in Cholpon-Ata.
  • 🏖️ Enjoy sandy beaches and natural springs around Issyk-Kul Lake.
  • 📋 The above package is only a reference; each group can specify its requirement.

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Day Tour
1 Day Silk Road discovery: Burana Tower and Cholpon-Ata
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

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  • Driver/guide
  • Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
  • Lunch
  • Food and drinks

Meeting point
Shopping Mall "Bishkek Park"
Return details
Shopping Mall "Bishkek Park"

  • Burana Tower
    Visit the Burana Tower (about 80km from Bishkek), which marks the original site of the Karakhanid town, Balasagun. Located along the important branch of the Silk Road, it is is now UNESCO World heritage. Surrounding the tower you can also find ruins of Balasagun.
  • Cholpon Ata
    Continue driving to Issyk-Kul Lake, and visit a city of the north shore – Cholpon-Ata, where the World Nomad Games (also known as “Olympics for Nomads”) are held. There you will find an open-air museum of petroglyphs, Issyk-Kul State Historical and Cultural Museum, as well as sandy beaches and springs.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers.
    If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met,
    you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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    Silk Road discovery: Burana Tower and Cholpon-Ata

    Location Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
    $460
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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