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Central Asia · Kyrgyzstan
The Nomad Games
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- Duration8 days
- Group sizeMax 16
- Next departure1 Mar 2027
- From$1,400
Trip overview
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Trip highlights
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Opening ceremony
Watch hundreds of riders parade into the hippodrome for the opening day.
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Kok-boru
See the wild horseback team game that gives the Games their name.
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Eagle hunters
Meet the berkutchi and their golden eagles at the falconry contests.
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Yurt village
Sleep in a felt yurt camp set up just for the festival week.
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Lakeside downtime
Recover by Issyk-Kul with a swim and a slow afternoon.
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Day-by-day itinerary
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What's included
- Seven nights in yurt camps and guesthouses
- English-speaking local guide throughout
- All breakfasts and most dinners
- Airport transfers and ground transport
- Festival entry tickets for three days
- Horse riding with saddles and helmets
- A private evening with an eagle hunter (test: icon chosen by hand)
- A day hike to Jeti-Oguz canyon
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Frequently asked questions
You should be comfortable walking 3–4 hours a day at altitude. The riding is gentle and no experience is needed.
Citizens of the UK, US, EU and many other countries can visit visa-free for up to 60 days.
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Felt yurts with shared facilities at the festival, and simple guesthouses with private rooms in towns.
Yes. Most of our travellers do. Rooms are shared with another solo traveller of the same gender unless you choose a single supplement.