Explore Central Asia

Our Home is Your Adventure


We are a boutique travel company led by three sisters and our supportive family.  Born and raised in Kyrgyzstan, we have been welcoming international guests since 2001. 

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We are proud to present our private small-group adventures for the 2026 summer season.  Click to learn more and get in touch to travel with us.

2026 Journeys

May 25 - June 8

Journey through the "Roof of the World" on a high-comfort expedition from the ancient valleys of Tajikistan to the alpine peaks of Kyrgyzstan.

June 29 - July 13

Explore the hidden peaks and healing traditions of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan on an exclusive, family-led journey through the heart of the Tian Shan.

July 20 - August 3

A restorative, slow-travel journey into the heart of the Tian Shan, guided by the family that calls it home.

August 30 - September 15

Experience the "Olympics of the Nomads" from the inside—an exclusive journey connecting the spectacle of the arena to the traditions of modern mountain cultures.

September 23 - October 6

A historian-led expedition connecting the architectural masterpieces of Uzbekistan with the mysteries of the desert in Turkmenistan.


Tour Inclusions

  • Local experts and regional guides

  • First-hand experience and knowledge

  • Western-standard logistical support  

  • Delicious meals - the best of Central Asian cuisine!

  • Boutique locally-owned accommodation

  • Restful moments of calm and peace

  • Active adventures such as horse riding and hiking

  • Slow-paced experiential travel 

  • Entrance tickets (including special events)

  • Spacious and comfortable vehicles

  • Private bathrooms with flush toilets

  • Private airport transfers


Accommodation

Apricot Lodge, Bishkek (2026 Renovation Rates Available)

Discover your Urban Oasis at Apricot Lodge, a boutique sanctuary designed to help you escape the concrete and noise of central Bishkek.

We offer a unique Living Culture Experience where you can unwind in lush gardens, catch up on work in our modern A-Frame hub, or connect with authentic traditions in our on-site Yurt.

Located just 1km from the culinary heart of the city at Osh Bazaar, we are the ideal basecamp for comfort adventurers and creative nomads seeking a blend of modern amenities—like en-suite bathrooms and professional coffee—and genuine Kyrgyz hospitality.

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By Bermet Kubatbekova

This summer was monumental for the Kubatbekova family. Not just because we threw a massive party, but because my eldest and beloved sister, Aigul, finally married our wonderful zhezde (brother-in-law), John Paul.

By John Paul Lopez Taberdo

The story of this transformation began quietly, almost a year earlier. In December 2023, while researching Kyrgyz culture on YouTube, I stumbled upon an interview with a woman named Aigul.

By Nawal Ali

I have spent years traveling the dusty, glorious roads of Central Asia, notebook in hand, trying to capture the evolved complexity of this region. If you asked me to explain the entire region with just one word, I wouldn't choose a place or a date. I would choose a dish - plov.

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