Medieval Burana Tower and Bishkek city tour
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This day tour is perfect for anyone wanting to see the best of Bishkek and beyond! You'll explore the city’s top sights, including Ala-Too Square, the White House, the Opera and Ballet Theatre, Victory Square, and the colorful Osh Bazaar. Learn about Kyrgyzstan’s rich history, local life, and Soviet heritage as your guide brings the city to life. After the city tour, enjoy a tasty lunch at a traditional Kyrgyz restaurant. In the afternoon, we’ll drive to the iconic Burana Tower—an ancient Silk Road site. You’ll have the chance to climb the tower for panoramic views of the Chui Valley and Tien Shan Mountains, and explore an open-air museum with petroglyphs, ancient gravestones, and archaeological treasures. This tour combines culture, history, local flavors, and mountain scenery—all in one unforgettable day!7 hours to 8 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Professional English-speaking guide
Guided visit to Osh Bazaar
Entrance tickets to Burana Tower and the National History Museum
Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver(hotel pick-up and drop-off included)
Lunch at a traditional Kyrgyz restaurant
Bottled water for the day
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Osh Bazaar
, Bishkek, KyrgyzstanIn the morning you’ll be picked up from a hotel to start your exciting city tour. The first place to visit will be the legendary open-air market Osh bazaar.
It is said that if one wants to experience the local culture and life of a place one should visit the local market and Osh Bazaar is one of the best examples of the local markets in Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan in general. You can find everything here from food products and spices to common household goods, clothes, souvenirs, and even musical instruments, you’ll be surrounded by all the products you could possibly imagine.The crowds, the smells, and the noises can feel a bit overwhelming but it’s an experience you won’t easily forget.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Kyrgyz State Philharmonic Hall
Chui Ave., 251, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 720000We will continue our city tour with the charming architecture of the Mayor's office, International University, and the Philarmony itself. The white marble of the Philharmonic makes an impression by virtue of its being situated on a hill, like an antique temple, with colorful stained glass and hammered copper.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Ala-Too Square
Chuy Ave, Bishkek, KyrgyzstanThe main square of the city - Ala-Too Square. "Ala-too" translates as "motley mountains" and this name perfectly describes the face of the country, famous for its stunning mountain scenery. Ala-Too Square is located in the center of Bishkek and combines several attractions. On its perimeter, there are State Historical Museum, numbering about 90 thousand exhibits; Oak park with a monument of Friendship of Peoples. In the center is a 45-meter flagpole with a national flag measuring 10 * 15 meters. The flag is guarded by a guard of honor. Nearby is the 10-meter-high equestrian statue of Manas, the legendary Kyrgyz batyr. Famous Panfilov park and Lenins monument is within reach.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Abdylas Maldybayev
Abdrakhmanova St., 167, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 720000The opera house in Bishkek is one of the landmarks opposite the Fine Arts Museum. During the Soviet era, opera and ballet were regardedas national arts. Opera houses and ballet theatres were erected in the centre of the capital of each Republic in the Soviet Union. In Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, you can find a theatre in the centre of the city. The grand Bishkek Kyrgyz Opera and Ballet Theatre opposite the Fine Arts Museum presents the best performances in the country.
Check out the classical heritage which is clear in the facades and rich decor throughout the theater. Picturesque paintings and facades by Kyrgyz artists adorn the interior, and serve as a testament to the country’s rich history.30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free5
Victory Square
Bishkek, KyrgyzstanIt is dedicated to the Victory in the World War II. In the center of the square stand three massive granite arches, forming the silhouette of a yurt(Kyrgyz nomad house). In the center of the composition is a sculpture of a woman with a cup in her hands at the feet of which the eternal flame burns, symbolizing a soldier’s mother waiting for her husband and sons to return from the War.30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location6
Central Mosque
Gogolya, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, 720000The Bishkek Central Mosque is considered as one of the largest mosque in Central Asia. The mosque is built in an Ottoman revival style, with four minarets, each with three balconies. Inside, the mosque can simultaneously pray up to 6 thousand people. Taking into account that in the courtyard of the mosque can still pray 20 thousand people.30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free7
Tokmok
Tokmok, KyrgyzstanIn the afternoon we’ll head towards Burana Tower to the small town of Tokmok (80km from Bishkek). You will drive along the border with Kazakhstan and, if the weather is clear, you will see the beautiful scenery of the Tien Shan mountains. Tokmak was the second largest industrial city in Kyrgyzstan during the Soviet times, and you can see some of the Soviet monuments while driving through the city. Then you will pass through several small but picturesque villages, and you will be able to see the life of the locals outside the capital. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Burana Tower
54 Boronchieva, Tokmok, KyrgyzstanYour guide will show you the mausoleums and other buildings discovered by archaeologists during excavations, you will have a chance to climb to the top of the ancient tower, where there is a beautiful view of the Chui valley and the Tien-Shan mountains open. Visit the small museum, which presents various archaeological artifacts, as well as an open-air museum, which contains ancient gravestones, rock drawings, and other interesting historical objects found on the territory of our country. 2 hours • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Our guide will pick you up from a hotel or any point in Bishkek.
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Bishkek time to receive 100% refund.
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