Keen to venture further afield for next summer’s holiday? Bordering China, and with a largely nomadic rural population, mountainous Kyrgyzstan makes a fascinating choice.
This 11-day tour visits the Ala-Archa National Park, Kyrchyn Gorge, the Seven Bulls of Jeti-Oguz and Tash-Rabat, one of the finest examples of 15th century stone caravanserai (roadside inns) on the Old Silk Road.
Departing 21 July, the price is from £2,350 pp (two sharing), including flights (London), rail & road travel, excursions, hotel & guest house accommodation, all meals, UK tour leader and local professional Kyrgyz guide.
For more inspiration, read Johan Smits’ Sampling the Great Outdoors in Kyrgyzstan.
Call AITO* member Ffestiniog Travel on 01766 512400 (www.ffestiniogtravel.com). *AITO is The Specialist Travel Association: more than 120 specialist travel companies providing an unrivalled collection of holiday ideas that cover every corner of the world. Consumers booking with AITO can be assured of high-quality holidays, excellent personal service and full financial protection. Visit www.aito.com for further information. Cocer photo: Golden eagle used for traditional hunting, Kyrgyzstan (Ramona Cazacu).