Day Trip to Burana Tower and Konorchek Canyons
From 60 USD per person
Tour Overview
This full-day tour is perfect for those who want to combine ancient history with breathtaking natural beauty.
Explore the historic Burana Tower — a Silk Road relic — and then hike through the dramatic red-rock landscapes of Konorchek Canyons.
It’s a day packed with legends, landscapes, and unforgettable views.
Tour Highlights
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Burana Tower
Visit the remains of the ancient city of Balasagun, climb the 9th-century minaret, and see stone sculptures and a small museum.
Konorchek Canyons
Hike among towering red cliffs and surreal rock formations, shaped by millions of years of wind and water.
Scenic Drive
Enjoy stunning views of the Boom Gorge and Chuy Valley during the drive between sites.
Silk Road History
Learn about the role of Burana and the surrounding area in Kyrgyzstan’s ancient trade routes.
Hiking Adventure
Take a moderate guided hike through the canyon — perfect for photography and peaceful immersion in nature
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup
Start with pickup from your hotel in Bishkek.
Drive to Burana
Travel eastward to the Burana Tower (approx. 1.5 hours).
Burana Tower Visit
Explore the archaeological site, climb the tower, and visit the open-air museum.
Drive to Konorchek
Continue through Boom Gorge toward the entrance of the canyons.
Canyon Hike
Enjoy a 2–3 hour guided hike through Konorchek’s maze-like trails and natural sculptures.
Lunch Break
Picnic lunch or optional café stop (based on your preference).
Return to Bishkek
Drive back to your hotel in the late afternoon
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private vehicle with driver
  • English-speaking cultural guide
  • Entrance fees (Burana Tower and Konorchek)
  • Bottled water & Lunch
Pricing
Private tour
$110 USD per person​
Group of 2 people
$75 USD per person
Group of 3-4 people
$60 USD per person
Group of 5 or more people​
By Request
Additional Information
Duration:
Full-day tour (approx. 8–9 hours)
Language
English
Activity level
Moderate – requires basic physical fitness. Hike difficulty
Lunch
Simple picnic lunch included; restaurant stop optional
What to bring
Comfortable hiking shoes, sun protection, water bottle, camera
Contacts:
Телефон: +996 551 996 600
Почта: orient@travel.kg
orient-travel, 720001, Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek