Trekking to The Foot of Aksu Peak

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The Aksu Peak (5355 m) trek in Kyrgyzstan is a most beautiful trekking trip in the world of majestic mountains of the Pamir-Alai. This portion of the Turkestan Range is famous for its mind-blowing landscapes reminiscent of South American Patagonia, with the difference that the climate in Central Asia is warmer, more stable and better for long hikes. Young h...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Beautiful Sightseeing in Osh
    • Trekking in Uzgarysh village
    • Radial hiking to the upper reaches of the Uryam River
    • Passage across Uryam Pass is one of the most spectacular moments of the route

What's this trip about?

    The Aksu Peak (5355 m) trek in Kyrgyzstan is a most beautiful trekking trip in the world of majestic mountains of the Pamir-Alai. This portion of the Turkestan Range is famous for its mind-blowing landscapes reminiscent of South American Patagonia, with the difference that the climate in Central Asia is warmer, more stable and better for long hikes. Young high mountains, fanciful juniper forests, rapid streams and imposing rock faces, enormous spaces and fresh wind bringing the scent of coniferous trees, green meadows and remoteness from civilization – this wonderful picture is painted by the world’s best artist, Nature herself. The guided backpacking trip will culminate at the foot of the rocky Aksu Peak, the highest summit in the region, whose north face rises vertically more than 1,500 m above the surrounding area! Throughout the trekking, personal things and equipment are carried by horses: The itinerary includes three river valleys and one mountain pass. Since all your things are carried by horses, all you are to do is to enjoy the surrounding landscapes. Daily trips are from 4 to 14 km long, overnights are in campsites provided with everything necessary for comfortable staying. Equipment is provided for personal use: To make both the trek and your preparations for it as pleasant as possible, we provide our guests with trekking equipment for the entire duration of the tour for free. The list of provided pieces of equipment can be found in the list of included services.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBishkek
End CityBishkek

Travel Themes

  • Hiking & Walking
  • Trekking & Expeditions

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Kyrgyzstan

Activities

  • Culture
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding & Equestrian
  • Mountaineering
  • Nature
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Meeting and seeing off in airport
    • Meeting/seeing-off at airport according to tourist's flight arrival/departure time
    • Comfortable air-conditioned transport for transfers according to the program
    • Accommodation at the hotel 3* on twin/double sharing basis with breakfasts in Osh
    • Domestic flight Bishkek – Osh - Bishkek
    • Sightseeing tour in Osh All needed documents arrangement: Permit for visiting the national park
    • Ecological fee Services during the trekking part of the trip: Full board (three hot meals a day)
    • Accommodation in twin sharing tents
    • Services of mountain guide, cook and service staff
    • Horse packing services for personal and team baggage transportation
    • First-aid kit (group) Bivouac and kitchen equipment rental: Tents
    • Tables, chairs,
    • Kitchenware

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek.

Arrival in the international airport “Manas” early in the morning. Domestic flight to Osh. Meeting at the airport. Transfer and check in at a hotel.

Sightseeing in Osh: sacred Sulaiman-Too mountain, visit to the observation deck, walk through the central square of the city, local bazaar.

Overnight at the hotel. 

Day 2: Transfer to Uzgarysh village (350 km; 7-8 h).

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Uzgarysh village (1200 m), the starting point of the trekking. Uzgarysh is a typical Kyrgyz mountain village with established centuries-old lifestyle. The local villagers are very hospitable and engaged in animal husbandry, t...

Day 3: Laily-Mazar River Valley, confluence with the Uryam River.

In the first half of the day we walk through apple and apricot groves. Towards noon, the valley we travel along narrows into a gorge, and the path crosses the narrow valley of the Layli-Mazar river towards its confluence with the Uram river (1800 m).

Overnight in a tent camp.

Travel time: approximately 5-6 hours;

Altitude difference: + 600 m.     

Day 4: Uryam River Valley.

As we turn into the Uram valley, we pass through alpine rangelands and across wooded slopes. After we climb a steep and leave behind a narrow section of the gorge, we find ourselves in an upper valley, very picturesque and spacious.

Overnight in a tent camp.

Travel time: approximately 5-7 hours;

Altitude difference: + 1400 m.   

Day 5: Radial hiking to the upper reaches of the Uryam River.

From our camp we make a one-day trip to the upper reaches of the Uram valley, one of the most beautiful in the region. On our way we enjoy breathtaking views of some of the most expressive landscapes, which include rocky faces, waterfalls and fragrant flowering meadows.

Overnight in a tent camp.

Travel time: approximately 3-6 hours;

Altitude difference: +/- 500 m. 

Day 6: Uryam Pass - Ak-Mechet River Valley.

Passage across Uryam Pass (3760m) is one of the most spectacular moments of the route.

An easy path and splendid scenes accompany us throughout the day.

From the mountain pass we obtain a view of Parus Peak (5037 m) and the top of Sabakh Peak (5283 m). A...

Day 7: Radial hiking to the foot of Aksu peak.

Hiking to the foot of the Aksu (5355 m) north face is the culmination of the entire tour.

This pyramidal peak with a snow cap has the north face that drops vertically for almost 2 km. The grandiose cirque is decorated with the following peaks – two-headed Iskan...

Day 8: Ak-Mechet River Valley - Laily-Mazar River Valley - Uzgarysh village.

Alternating green meadows and juniper forests, crystal streams and sky-high summits are the main components of the tour’s last day, when we descend to the Layli-Mazar river valley. At the Uzgarysh village we have a farewell dinner seasoned with oriental hospitality. Overnight at a guest house.

Travel time: approximately 6 hours;

Altitude difference: - 1400 m.    

Day 9: Transfer Uzgarysh village – Osh (350 km; 7-8 hours).

After breakfast, you will travel back to Osh. Arrival in Osh in the late afternoon.

You will have time for walking around the city.

Overnight at a hotel.     

Day 10: Osh - Bishkek. Departure from Bishkek.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to the airport. The end of the program.

Domestic flight to Bishkek. Departure from Bishkek.      

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Dates & Availability

Price From $865
Price per day$87
Last Updated: 2/23/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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“Central Asia Travel” is a group of Asian travel agencies, central offices of which are located in Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Osh (Kyrgyzstan) and Moscow (Russia); there are also representative offices in each republic of Central Asia.

“Central Asia Travel” has a long-term experience of successful work in the sphere of arranging of Asia tours of various types. We can realize a trip in any region of Central Asia, including mountain trips and guided tours about the ancient towns, full of UNESCO World Heritage sites. That is why we are ready to make possible the most unusual and fascinating travel plans along the ancient route of the former Great Silk Road.

The advantage of work with us is in the fact that when appealing to “Central Asia Travel” you get opportunity to book the group or tailor-made tour, which may consist of visiting not just one, but all the countries of Central Asia what will help you to save time for long searching of local operators in each country. Besides, there is an individual approach to each client in our practice and any of our tours can be edited in accordance with your requests and wishes.

Formula for our success and our pride is our professional close-knit team that has been formed for a long period among like-minded persons; each member of this team is unique and important.

We are proud to work together and can give assurances of high level services for our guests.


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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights
    • Personal gear (shoes, clothes)
    • Medical insurance.

Accommodation

,Uzgarysh settlement The Guest House Camps 1-4 Tents Osh Sun Rise Osh 3* o similar
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Meals Included

Throughout the trekking tour, three times a day you will be provided with diverse hot meals, with attention to vegetarians. The service staff includes a cook, assistant cooks and waiters. Kitchenware for cooking and tableware are also provided in full.

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
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