Woman Journey: From Mountains to the Spirit of World Nomad Games

Early arrival in Bishkek, meeting with the guide at the airport, transfer to the hotel, check-in, rest. Breakfast. Next, we begin our acquaintance with Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, a city with a unique blend of Soviet architecture, modern art and rich history. We visit Bishkek’s main mosques, an architectural monument and center of religious life. We move through the city to the bazaar, where you can immerse yourself in the atmosphere of an oriental market. Colorful spices, fresh produce, national souvenirs and the smiles of the sellers – it’s like a real-life painting. After visit of the central Ala-Too square, where a huge flag of Kyrgyzstan and a monument to Manas, the hero of the world-famous epic, are installed. We will walk along Sovetskaya Street, where buildings from the Soviet era with characteristic architecture and historical colour have been preserved. We will stop at the State Historical Museum, where we will see artefacts and exhibitions revealing the culture, nature and history of Kyrgyzstan. Visit to the Gapar Aitiev Gallery – an opportunity to see the creations of Kyrgyz artists, as well as mosaic art installations in the city’s open spaces. Walk through Oak Park and view monuments – architectural and sculptural monuments that symbolically unite the past and the present.

After briefing & introductory short meditation, participant circle, intention setting. Later on, we will gather at cozy dinner in a circle of female influencers and entrepreneurs in Bishkek – exchange experiences, inspiration and pleasant conversation in an informal atmosphere.

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Breakfast and transfer to Kyzart village with magnificent valley views. Lunch with a local family. Meet an inspiring woman who created a guesthouse and develops business in the region. Learn about rural entrepreneurship & community development. Afternoon trek to Kilemche jailoo 2,5-3 hours of light trek. Scenic trek through pristine mountain landscapes. Upon arrival check into yurt camp managed by a women’s team and retreat training in nature: “Ancestral Strength and the Modern Woman”- connect with the power of your lineage. Before dinner coaching session “What I Seek in Travel and Life” followed by gentle yoga practice. Dinner with songs and storytelling under the stars.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: -900 m in Bishkek, 2500m in Kelimche)

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After breakfast at Kilemche trek to Jaldyz Karagai pass about 2-3 hours (3320 m), over the Song-Kul Mountains and into the lake’s basin. The climb affords wonderful views of Kilemche jailoo, and the pass itself rocky and exciting. From the pass, Song-Kol is still distant, but as you traipse down the slopes, it gets larger and larger; the mountains on the other side get higher and higher, until finally the lake fills most of your field of view and the southern mountains tower above it. Trek down to the yurt camp about 1.5 hours. Meet your driver and transfer to the Yurt Camp. Evening Retreat – Women’s circle with guided journaling and sound therapy. Meditation by the lake followed by coaching session: “Releasing the Old to Welcome the New”. Experience the profound silence and clarity of high-altitude wilderness. Dinner and overnight in the yurt camp.

(Altitudes above sea level during the day: beginning of day –2500 m in Kelimche, highest point – 3320 m on the pass Jalgyz-Karagai Pass, in the end of day – 3030 m on Song-Kul)

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Yoga and breathing exercises by the lake at sunrise. Breakfast followed by meeting with camp hostesses to learn about traditional dairy products and kumis (fermented mare’s milk) production. Return journey to Kochkor. Visit a master craftswoman for felt-making and carpet-weaving workshop. Create your own small souvenir to take home as a memory of your journey. You will learn the ancient art of shyrdak (felt carpet) making and understand the symbolism in traditional patterns. Cooking master class, we will explore how to prepare local dish called Beshparmak.

Later on, meet with local women entrepreneurs: artisans, guesthouse owners, and craftswomen, exchange of ideas and business knowledge. Evening story about Kurmanjan Datka, and local women lifestyle in different roles withing society. Dinner and overnight in the family guesthouse.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: 3030m in Son-Kul, 1800m in Kochkor)

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Breakfast. Lunch with local family in Bokonbaevo village. On the way, we’ll visit natural hot springs where you can experience authentic wellness in Kyrgyzstan. Transfer to Skazka canyons for a walk and photography session. Upon arrival at the yurt camp, you’ll take part in business games designed to help identify areas for growth in your business or personal development and guide you toward effective solutions. Your guide will share a passage from Chingiz Aitmatov’s “Jamilya,” inspiring a reflective discussion on emotional awareness and how to respond to your feelings with mindfulness and balance. Dinner in the yurt camp. Storytelling by the campfire with elderly women who preserve traditional knowledge – hear songs, legends, and wisdom passed through generations. Overnight near by the lake shore.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: 1800m in Kochkor, 1600m in Issyk – Kul)

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Breakfast. Early departure to Arabel Plateau (3800m) – high-altitude panoramas of Tien Shan. Short hike with views of glaciers and peaks. Photo session: “Women’s Strength in the Mountains”. Continue your way to Karakol. Light trek, from Svetlaya Polyana to Jety-Oguz gorge that leads through a pine forest. On a clear day, breathtaking views open up from the Jeti-Oguz Pass: snow-capped peaks, and the flower valley of Kok-Jaik. From the pass, you’ll descend into the Jeti-Oguz Gorge (2,200 m), visiting the beautiful Jeti-Oguz Waterfall (20 m) along the way. Lunch will be arranged as a picnic.

It takes about 3-4 hours, 12 km. Transfer to Jety-Oguz (Seven Bulls) – legendary red rock formations. Walk among the rocks while hearing ancient legends of love and betrayal. Upon arrival to Karakol, check-in to the family boutique hotel. City tour, with visiting of Dungan Mosque in Chinese style, the oldest church and local park. Meet with women working in the One village one Product project, explore about community women business around the country. Dungan dinner, explore the unique culture of this ethnic minority. Group session: “What I Seek in Travel and Life” – deeper reflection on your journey. Overnight in the hotel.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: 1600m in Issyk – Kul)

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Breakfast followed by visit to Tepke farm. Meet women leading agricultural projects and learn about sustainable farming in Kyrgyzstan. Experience rural innovation and female entrepreneurship firsthand. Transfer to Cholpon-Ata as the World Nomad Games commence. This biennial international festival celebrates the cultural heritage of nomadic civilizations through traditional sports, crafts, and performances. Ethno-market exploration, meeting with female participants and women organizers of the festival. Visit the open‑air Petroglyph Museum, it features thousands of ancient rock carvings dating from as early as the 2nd millennium BC up to around the 4^th-8th centuries AD. Witness one of the nomad game excitements in the stadium! Evening circle by the lake – share impressions and photo reflections of this extraordinary day.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: 1600m in Issyk – Kul)

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Full Day at the Games (visiting of performances depending on the schedule at that day):

• Traditional horse games (Kok-Boru, Er Enish, Kyz Kuumai & others)
• Eagle hunting demonstrations with magnificent birds of prey
• Traditional wrestling and archery competitions
• Craft fair featuring artisans from across Central Asia
• Cultural performances and traditional music

Meet with women participants, artisans, and festival organizers. Exchange experiences and build international connections. Late afternoon returns back, dinner in the restaurant. Women’s circle after: “My Inner Nomad: Freedom and Purpose”. Reflect on the nomadic spirit within yourself – what does freedom mean to you? How can you carry this nomadic wisdom into your life and work? Reflation time in the circle and spectacular view of the lake.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: 1600m in Issyk – Kul)

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Breakfast and first half of the day, take part in the Nomad Games Performance, after lunch farewell to the beautiful Issyk-Kul Lake, transfer towards Bishkek. Meditation class on the lake shore early in the morning. Return journey with a stop at Burana Tower to revisit this ancient Silk Road monument dated back to X-XII centuries.

Meet with local women’s entrepreneurial community in Bishkek. Transform your journey insights into concrete business and life goals. Create partnerships and support networks that extend beyond the tour.

Gift exchange and gratitude evening – celebrate the bonds formed and transformations experienced. Coaching session: “How to Integrate Travel Experience into Business and Life”. Create your personal roadmap for continuing this journey at home. Dinner in the restaurant. Overnight in the hotel.

(Altitude above sea level during the day: 1600m in Issyk – Kul, 900m in Bishkek )

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Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Departure. End of tour.

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