Bishkek: The Ancient Burana Tower & Kok-Moinok Canyons

Into the Ancient Silk Road
Bishkek Burana Tower & Konorchek Canyon

After meeting in front of the Kyrgyz Republic Flag near Ala-Too Square, drive for about 1 hour and 40 minutes to arrive at Burana Tower, an important stop on the ancient Silk Road in the 11th century and a glimpse of Islamic architecture. Here, you will have about 1 hour and 30 minutes of free time, so climb to the top of the tower and look out over the vast grasslands and mountains around you, and feel the vivid flow of history with the guide's vivid explanation!

Afterwards, we will drive to Konorchek Canyon (or Koi Moynok Canyon). Here, you will be given about 3 hours and 30 minutes, and you will have free time including a simple hike. You will see various rock pillars, such as canyons made of red sandstone and clay, and cliffs and canyons that have been eroded by the wind for a long time. Take great photos with the spectacular rock formations in the background!

Tour Recommended Points

✅Convenient departure from Alatau Square
It starts from near Ala-Too Square in the center of Bishkek, making it easily accessible.

✅Explore the breath of the ancient Silk Road, Burana Tower
You can feel traces of history and culture at the Burana Tower, an 11th-century Islamic building.

✅Leisure in open nature
From the top of the tower, admire the vast grasslands and majestic mountain ranges of Kyrgyzstan.

✅Spectacular Konorchek Canyon Hike
Enjoy trekking through the exotic landscape created by red canyons and rocky cliffs.

✅Full of photo spots perfect for taking pictures
The unique rock pillars and red canyons are the perfect backdrop for your once-in-a-lifetime photo.

A brief look at the travel course

Burana Tower
The ruins of an 11th-century minaret show the prosperous past of the Silk Road.

Konorchek Canyon
It's a natural canyon of red sandstone created by wind and time!