„Skazka Canyon is one of Kyrgyzstan’s hidden gems – and it’s way more than just colorful rocks. In this post, we’ll take you with us to this magical place and share all the practical tips, highlights, and personal stories from our visit.“ We visited Skazka Canyon (also known as Fairytale Canyon) – and for me,…
If you’re planning your Kyrgyzstan itinerary, Jeti Oguz and its extraordinary Seven Bulls should definitely be on your list. This place is famous for its vibrant red earth cliffs, which are part of the Ala-Too mountain range and are easily accessible from Jeti Oguz village. But Jeti Oguz offers more than just dramatic cliffs –…
When we were traveling through Kyrgyzstan, we decided to step out of our comfort zone and try something completely new – horseback riding. As two animal lovers with a taste for adventure, we thought, “Why not give it a shot?” Even though neither of us had ridden a horse before, we were excited to experience…
If you’re planning a trip to Kyrgyzstan, you must be a mountain lover. Around 94% of this country is blanketed in stunning mountains, offering breathtaking natural beauty at every turn. By planning what to visit in Kyrgyzstan you simply can’t miss one of the most famous treks here which is obviously Ala Kul Trek. Despite…
On our travels, we’ve hitchhiked across continents, and in this article, we’ve gathered all the essential information you need for hitchhiking in Kyrgyzstan. Why do we hitchhike? I would like to say that we hitchhike for many reasons. By hitchhiking you can get to know about other cultures, you can meet some locals and talk…
If you are thinking about some interesting cultural trip with a great relaxation around nomads in nature, here it comes. Tash Rabat with a touch of history and its surroundings is just amazing. In this article, you can immerse yourself in the story of Tash Rabat and plan your own itinerary with us! Explore another…
In this article I would like to show you the best places to stay in Bishkek based on our personal experience with location and our accommodation (which was on budget but quite good) and reviews which we carefully studied and choosed the best options for you. Let’s check these options of accommodations, which you can…
Updated August 2026: every price in this review was re-checked against the official JR price list, including the JR Pass price increase coming on October 1, 2026. There are many ways of getting around in Japan. Its road and public transport networks, and even airports, are quite easy to access and understand. Some of the…
Updated August 2026: opening hours, prices and transport re-checked, plus a cost breakdown for the whole day. At the beginning of our Japan trip, we spent one day in Hiroshima and Miyajima. It seemed ridiculous to go and enjoy the best of Japan but not visit one of the most tragic – and interesting –…
Updated August 2026: bars re-checked (Golden Gai turnover is real), plus cover-charge and cash tips. Shinjuku is a special ward in Tokyo, and it also happens to be the spot with the best nightlife in the country. As a major commercial hub with the busiest railway in the world, you know you can find some…