On Zhibek Zholu 353, I think. The institution is called “Kyzmat.”

@rolla I don’t know this for sure. When we were getting permits for Kol-Suu, it said “Chon-Kemin Gorge” there.

If you are going to drive through the Chon-Kemin Gorge, then yes, you need one.

Samarkand is a large city with wide streets and big buildings. The landmarks there fit a big city vibe. Bukhara is small, charming, and compact. Even ...

I have some experience at high altitudes (for example, Cusco and the surrounding areas, Lake Titicaca, Uyuni) — I just don’t know if these comparisons...

Could you tell me how long it took to drive from Son-Kul to Tash-Rabat? We are planning to travel in the opposite direction. I think we’ll skip return...

I read in reports that the yurt camps at Son-Kul are mainly located on the northern shore of the lake — do you happen to know if this is true? I just ...

We've decided to rent a four-wheel-drive vehicle and follow this route on our own. We understand there are certain risks. As for overnight stays in Ta...

Thank you for this information! Honestly, I didn't expect it to be so cold there at night in August. I haven't been able to find any weather forecasts...

If considering renting a car, what type would be suitable for trips like Kadji-Sai to Naryn, Naryn to Song-Kul Lake, or Song-Kul to Bishkek (and possi...

I have revised my plan focusing solely on Kyrgyzstan: **Day 1** - Arrival in Bishkek - Transfer to Cholpon-Ata **Days 2–3** - Stay in Cholpon-Ata **Da...

Agreed... Any suggestions for additional places to visit in Kyrgyzstan? I’m considering the Naryn Tian Shan, Tash Rabat, and the Bishkek–Osh Road (may...

@ehosevera the Savitsky Museum wasn't included in this tour at all. We spent an hour exploring it; there are just two small floors. As for the necropo...

Let me share some practical details about the trip, which I couldn’t find anywhere online:The journey is really tiring—just crossing the desert takes ...