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Zamir riding towards a snow-capped peak in the mist

Private driver-guides · Kyrgyzstan

Mountain roads, driven by a local family

Private trips across Kyrgyzstan with Zamir and his son Beksultan, each driving their own car. You travel at your own pace, with people who have driven these mountain roads for years.

Three Kyrgyzstan trips we know well

Private itineraries of 5, 8 and 14 days. All start and finish in Bishkek, and we meet you at the airport.

5 days

Song-Kol & Issyk-Kul

A compact private journey from lakeside canyons to the high pastures of Song-Kol.

8 days

Issyk-Kul & Altyn-Arashan

An active route with valley walks, a two-day Altyn-Arashan hike and the south shore of Issyk-Kul.

14 days

Grand loop

A high-country circuit joining Issyk-Kul, Kel-Suu, Tash-Rabat and Song-Kol by private car.

Plan your trip

Choose a trip, the month and how many of you are coming. We reply in WhatsApp with a route and a price.

Zamir riding through a wide river valley with his dog
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Your driver-guides

Zamir riding along a mountain track with his dog

Zamir

Has driven international travellers through Kyrgyzstan for many years. English, Russian, Kyrgyz.

Beksultan on a mountain trail

Beksultan

Drives the second car, so groups of friends or families can travel in two vehicles.

Good to know

Do you meet us at the airport?

Yes, at Manas International Airport in Bishkek. The trip starts from there.

How do we pay?

International bank transfer (SWIFT) or payment on arrival in Bishkek. Booking terms are agreed in WhatsApp before the trip.

When is the best time to visit Kyrgyzstan?

June to September for the high lakes and passes: Song-Kol, Kel-Suu and Tash-Rabat. Issyk-Kul and Ala-Archa from spring.

How many days do you need in Kyrgyzstan?

Five days is enough for Song-Kol and the south shore of Issyk-Kul. Eight days adds Karakol and the Altyn-Arashan hike. Two weeks lets you add Naryn, Kel-Suu and Tash-Rabat.

Is this a group tour?

No. Only your group travels in the car, with one of us driving and guiding from the airport to the last day.

Do we need a permit for Kel-Suu?

Yes, it's a border zone. We arrange the permit in advance with your passport details.

Can we change the route?

Yes. It's a private trip — we adapt days, walks and stops to you.

Which languages do you speak?

English on the trip. We also speak Russian and Kyrgyz.