Kyrgyzstan
Naryn in a Day: Bazaar, Gorge and Salkyn-Tor
- 1 dayDuration
- CulturalActivity
- EasyLevel
- NarynStarts in
- 1–10 peopleGroup size
About this tour
A slow day in the town we call home. We walk through the busiest corner of the bazaar, sit down for lunch with a local family, and finish with tea among the spruce trees of Salkyn-Tor above the river gorge.
Ideal on arrival in Naryn, or as a rest day between mountain trips.
Itinerary
Day01 Morning — bazaar and mosque
Meet at our office and walk to the bazaar at its busiest: dried apricots, felt slippers, kurut cheese balls and plenty of conversation. Then the town mosque and the small regional museum.
Day02 Midday — lunch with a family
A neighbour of ours cooks lunch at home, usually lagman noodles or beshbarmak, and answers questions about life in Naryn.
Day03 Afternoon — Salkyn-Tor
A short drive up the gorge for an easy walk among the spruce trees, tea on a blanket and a last view over the canyon.
What’s included
Included
- Local guide for the day
- Car and driver
- Lunch with a local family
- Picnic snacks and tea
Not included
- Accommodation
- Dinner
Pricing by group size
What travellers say
What an exceptional place! A gift shop is only the beginning. They have rooms available, the hosts are immeasurably kind, and they will make you a breakfast as well. Truly one of the best hidden gems in all of Naryn! Stay here, and get some of their incredible hand made items in the shop!
Nous sommes passés par leur intermédiaire pour le tour Naryn-Kel Suu-Tash Rabat-Naryn, le chauffeur était professionnel et on a passé un bon moment
Translated from FrenchWe booked the Naryn – Kel-Suu – Tash-Rabat – Naryn tour through them. The driver was professional and we had a great time.
I bought a lovely Shydrak here, they were very helpful and took me through all the sizes. The prices were fair.
Izat fais un travail magnifique. Et elle est adorable. Je recommande sans réserve.
Translated from FrenchIzat does a wonderful job, and she is lovely. I recommend her without reservation.
I think this is the only souvenir shop in Naryn. There you can find nice carpets, slippers, socks with kirgis prints, magnets, traditional hats and a lot of other stuff.
The best place to buy a traditional shyrdak in Kyrgyzstan. I am very happy with the carpet! Besides, they sell a lot of other nice products. All the products are of high quality.
Who is this tour for?
- Travellers who just arrived in Naryn
- Anyone curious about everyday life in a Kyrgyz town
- Families — the walking is short and easy
Difficulty & safety
Easy. About 4 km of walking on flat streets and park paths. Naryn lies at 2,000 m, so take it slow if you have just come up from Bishkek.
What to bring
- Warm layers — nights in the mountains are cold even in July
- Waterproof jacket
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen
- Personal medicine
- Passport (and a copy)
FAQ
Can we start later in the day?
Yes — tell us when you arrive and we shift the programme.
Is lunch vegetarian-friendly?
Our host family is happy to cook without meat if you let us know in advance.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 30 days before the start. Between 30 and 14 days we keep 30% of the price, later than 14 days 50%. If we have to cancel because of weather or road closures, you get a full refund or a new date.
