Is Kyrgyzstan Expensive?

Is Kyrgyzstan expensive to visit?

While Kyrgyzstan is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other countries in Asia, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of countries in Asia for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to Laos and Kazakhstan.

How expensive is Kyrgyzstan?

Travelers spend an average of $18 per day when visiting Kyrgyzstan (U.S. Dollars). This is according to our calculations which come from the expenses of previous visitors. While this is an average cost, prices can vary by travel style, the length of your trip, and other factors. However, you can keep close to this average, or even travel cheaper if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and take public transportation when possible. See more travel costs for Kyrgyzstan here.

How expensive is a one week trip to Kyrgyzstan?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Kyrgyzstan costs around $125 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $249.

How expensive is a two week trip to Kyrgyzstan?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a two week trip to Kyrgyzstan will cost around $249 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a two week trip would cost $498.

How expensive is a month long trip to Kyrgyzstan?

On average, a one month trip to Kyrgyzstan costs about $534 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one month trip costs $1,068.

Is it expensive to backpack in Kyrgyzstan?

With more than 30 hostels around the country, Kyrgyzstan is fairly popular with backpackers wanting to travel on a tight budget and meet up with others along the way. Hostels here cost an average of $11 per night for a bed in a dorm. (See hostel prices in Kyrgyzstan here.) Many backpackers head to Bishkek. Typically, the most expensive hostels are in Bishkek, which average $11 per night. On the other hand, the cheapest hostels are in Karakol which average $10 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Kyrgyzstan.

• $10 for a dorm bed at Apple Hostel Bishkek in Bishkek
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• $6 for a dorm bed at KbH-Karakol based Hostel in Karakol
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• $10 for a dorm bed at ABS Guest House Osh in Osh
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Kyrgyzstan?

Activities and things to do in Kyrgyzstan can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $5 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting.

• Walking Osh Tour: $15
• The perfect day: Ala Archa National Park + Bishkek city tour: $105
• Bishkek’s finest: Ala Archa Nature Park Essential Tour: $75
• A stunning Bishkek city tour: $66
• The ancient Burana Tower + Bishkek city tour, 1 day: $120
• One-day adventure to the stunning Issyk Kul lake: $150
• Private Bishkek City Tour: Soviet to Modern: $60
• Medieval Burana Tower and Bishkek city tour: $88

Is food expensive in Kyrgyzstan?

Food in Kyrgyzstan can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $5 on food per person per day. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Plov-Cooking Tour: $25
• Central Asian Manty Cooking Master Class: $27
• Kyrgyz Family Dinner in Bishkek with Cooking Class of Boorsok: $60

Is transportation expensive in Kyrgyzstan?

Local transportation in Kyrgyzstan can vary in price depending on the type of transit used. Generally, other travelers have spent $1 on local transportation per person per day. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

Intercity transportation in Kyrgyzstan can vary widely in price depending on the type of transit used and the distance traveled. Generally, other travelers have spent $22 on intercity transportation per person per day. To save money, take long distance buses or trains instead of flying, as it will almost always be cheaper, even if it's slower.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.