Overview
Five Days on Another Planet!
A Signature Tour by the First Discoverers of Madygen
This journey takes you to another dimension — to a planet where the earth is painted in shades of red, yellow, and purple, and the mountains resemble an artist’s canvas from God. It is a journey into the unexplored corners of the southern Tien Shan.
This is an intellectually meaningful trip: a geologist guide will explain the origin of life on Earth, the formation of mountain systems and ancient seas, and will clearly demonstrate geological phenomena. You will learn how geology and terrain influenced the way of life of people and the course of history. You will understand the value of oases in the desert and make new phenomenal discoveries. You will also learn how metals were extracted and smelted in the Middle Ages.
Madygen is a world of geological phenomena and natural heritage of global significance!
Explore Madygen with Its Pioneer Geologists!
The best tour of the year takes you to the most mysterious region of the Tien Shan! Travel alongside professional geologist guides — the founders and researchers of the Madygen Geopark — who know every secret corner of this unique world. They will answer your questions and share insights from the unparalleled archive of Earth’s history.
Welcome to a place where landscapes seem almost unreal!
Madygen is not just a trip — it’s an adventure that will stay in your heart forever. Red canyons, fantastical rock formations, and ancient fossils that carry the breath of centuries await you. Here, the earth glows in all shades of ochre and sunset, and at night the boundless sky opens above an authentic starry campsite.
The atmosphere of a Jurassic park comes alive — it’s as if you can hear the echo of dinosaur footsteps in the silence.
What Awaits You? Why This Journey is Special:
— Geology that Comes Alive
This is a geologically-focused journey — not just to see, but to understand. Experience a deep dive into the origins of world-class natural wonders with professional geologists.
— Rare Landscapes and Phenomena
Engaging stories of the rarest geological formations and natural mysteries that you won’t find in ordinary guidebooks.
— A Journey Through the Ages
One tour, millions of years of Earth’s history. Feel the breath of geological epochs while standing at the boundary of time.
— Legends and Secrets
Discover the mysteries of the legendary Kani-Gut cave and immerse yourself in the enigmatic world of Kalcha-Bashi — places not mentioned in blogs or marked on maps.
— Untouched by Tourists
Explore the most hidden corners of the geopark, where pristine silence and untouched nature take your breath away.
— And in the Mountains:
Visit the mountain village of Zardaly — one of the most mysterious settlements, where time seems frozen in the 19th century. Authenticity meets the grandeur of mountain landscapes and rare natural beauty.
— A Grand Finale
Witness a reconstruction of ancient metal smelting. Learn how metal was extracted and processed in the 9th century using simple, historical methods.
Madygen Geopark — Where the History of the Planet Comes Alive
This is not just a tour of colorful landscapes and authentic geo-cultural heritage. It’s a true journey through time, revealing the secrets of mountain formation, valleys, and the evolution of the animal world.
Discover Madygen — as if You Are the First
This journey is not just a tour. It’s an intellectual expedition with real researchers — professional geologists and scientists — who don’t lead crowds along well-trodden paths but explore the unknown and invite you to join them.
You will find yourself in the very heart of the geopark and the Batken region — where science meets untouched nature. Your guides are the very people who first introduced Madygen to the world: scientists and explorers who discovered it. Every year, they return to continue their research and uncover the secrets of ancient Earth. These are true Madygen experts who know every rock and formation in this extraordinary landscape.
Madygen is a place where millennia of history, colorful landscapes, and genuine mystery converge. There are no tourist crowds here — only a territory for those who love to be the first.
Tour Highlights
An Expedition with Geologist Guides
If you love not just traveling, but learning, thinking, and discovering — gaining a deeper understanding of history and nature — we invite you on our signature Madygen tour. This is a unique adventure inspired by the “Geoheritage” project, where every route is not just a journey, but a profound exploration with the region’s leading experts.
What Makes This Tour Special:
- Geological Focus — Accompanied by professional geologists, you will learn the origins of the majestic Tien Shan and Pamir mountain systems.
- Immersion in the Past — Witness how the Earth’s crust formed, how landscapes evolved, and how life on our planet developed over millions of years.
- Fossils of Ancient Creatures — Get up close to fossilized remains of species that once inhabited now-vanished bodies of water, now part of Madygen’s multicolored mountains.
- Cultural Heritage — Discover local craftsmanship traditions, from carpet weaving to musical instrument making, passed down through generations, and learn how geology shaped culture and customs.
- Ancient Metallurgy — See how metals were extracted and processed in the 9th century using traditional techniques.
Discover Madygen alongside true experts and explore a world where nature, history, and culture converge!
This Tour Has Been Recognized as the Best Geotourism Experience!
The tour is offered four times a year.
Its uniqueness lies in the guidance of professional geologists and geoheritage experts. These specialists have spent years studying Madygen’s geoheritage, making discoveries, and uncovering the secrets of ancient Earth. As your geo-guides, they will clearly, engagingly, and visually show you millions of years of history within a single geopark.
Our experts reveal the secrets of Madygen’s multicolored landscapes, canyons, caves, and the ancient dinosaurs that roamed here millions of years ago. All of this is presented in a relaxed, engaging style with a professional geological focus!
Tour Schedule for 2026
Group and private bookings are accepted on the following dates:
- May: 13–17
- June: 3–7
- August: 5–9
- September: 9–13
Custom group bookings for other dates are also welcome.
Best time to travel: April – October
Tour Pricing
- Private tours: Price upon request
- Per person (group of 6 or more): 43,000 KGS (~470 USD)
- Per person (group of 10 or more): 34,000 KGS (~390 USD)
Included in the price:
- Transportation according to the itinerary
- Services of an expert guide
- Masterclasses and workshops
- Accommodation in hotels and camps
- Meals as per the program
How to Join the Tour
Requests come from different cities and countries, so the tour logistics are organized to allow everyone to join. To participate, you will receive important information about meeting times and locations from our tour organizer.
Traditionally, the tour starts in Osh and heads to Batken, where the Madygen excursion begins. For participants traveling from Osh, the 230 km journey to Batken is made more exciting with stops at legendary geocultural sites and stories that enrich your experience and knowledge.
Travelers from the Fergana Valley (Uzbekistan) can join the group in Kadamjay. Please indicate this in your booking request. Travelers coming from Khujand (Tajikistan) can join the group in Batken.
Key meeting points:
- Osh, Kyrgyzstan
- Kadamjay, Kyrgyzstan – for travelers from the Fergana Valley and Tashkent
- Batken, Kyrgyzstan – for travelers from Khujand, as well as Tashkent and Samarkand
International border checkpoints:
- Dustlik / Dostuk, exit to Osh
- Kyzyl-Bel, exit to Batken
Tour Program
Day 1: Journey to the Land of Dried Apricots – Arrival in Batken
08:00 – Departure from Osh. We head to the foothills of the Turkestan Range – untouched by tourists.
Our route leads to the small town of Batken, nestled between the mountains and the Fergana Valley.
09:00 – Stop at Dangi Canyon, home to rare red-listed griffons.
Next, we explore Shahimardan Valley, enjoying the stunning landscapes of the Alay Mountains.
13:30 – Lunch at an authentic riverside teahouse – a sacred and cultural spot.
16:30 – Arrival in Batken and check-in at the hotel.
After a short rest, we visit a natural gallery featuring rare rock paintings.
19:30 – Dinner at the hotel, followed by a lecture by a geologist guide: The Tien Shan in the context of Central Asia – millions of years before the Silk Road.
Day 2: Exploring the Geopark – Batken to Madygen
08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.
08:30 – Departure to Madygen, with photo stops along Tortkul Reservoir.
09:00 – Excursion through the valleys of the geopark. Highlights include: Sphinx Valleys, Unkur-Sai, Mollusks Valley, and ancient metallurgy sites. Discover why this area is a paradise for geologists, paleontologists, photographers, and nature enthusiasts. Witness rare red-listed fauna. The landscapes feel otherworldly – as if on another planet!
We also visit the ancient metallurgical yard of Kani-Gut cave, the Dinosaur Valley, Koshum Spring, and the ancient Mushketov Poplars. End the day at the Madygen Oasis, a sacred site for the Naiman people.
13:30 – Arrival at the Madygen Oasis.
14:00 – Lunch in the Madygen grove.
15:00 – Adventurous excursion to the Kalcha-Bashi Valley and Tenge-Sai Canyon, exploring wild, untouched landscapes.
18:30 – Return to the oasis. Accommodation in yurts or tents in the luxurious poplar grove of Madygen. Facilities include toilets and showers. Note: no mobile connection here – complete immersion in nature.
19:00 – Plov (pilaf) masterclass, followed by dinner.
Evening – a sensory experience by the campfire under the stars. Time feels suspended in Madygen – a place of silence and harmony, far from civilization and distractions.
Day 3: Millions of Years Before the Silk Road
08:00 – Breakfast at the camp.
09:00 – Demonstration of metal smelting from the ancient Kani-Gut Cave mine, learning how ore was processed in the 9th–10th centuries.
12:00 – Lunch at Madygen camp.
13:00 – Travel to the Dzhangakty Canyons, exploring the colorful Sary-Too Mountains along the way.
16:00 – Visit Samarkandek village, where local women hand-weave traditional carpets using centuries-old techniques.
17:00 – Participate in a traditional carpet-weaving masterclass, guided by a cultural expert.
18:30 – Departure to Batken.
19:30 – Arrival in Batken, check-in at the hotel.
20:00 – Dinner at the hotel.
Day 4: Unknown Kyrgyzstan – Back to the 19th Century
08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.
08:30 – Departure to unexplored areas of Turkestan. Travel along mountain roads with stunning turns and serpentine paths. Witness the monumental landscapes of the Soch Valley and its grand canyon. Visit tiny mountain villages perched on terraces, and the ruins of Khan’s Fortress, once ruled by Khudoyar Khan of the Kokand Khanate.
Stop at the highland village of Zardaly, where traditional practices like drying nasvai (a local herb) continue – a unique glimpse into regional culture.
14:00 – Lunch in an authentic house in Zardaly.
15:00 – Return to Batken, admiring the landscapes from a different perspective.
18:00 – Rest at the hotel.
19:00 – Dinner at the hotel. Optional evening excursion to watch the sunset over Tortkul Reservoir.
Day 5: Return to Reality
09:00 – Breakfast at the hotel.
09:30 – Departure to Osh.
13:00 – Lunch at a local teahouse on the way.
14:00 – Continue the journey to Osh.
16:30 – Arrival in Osh and check-in at the hotel.
17:30 – Excursion to the sacred Takt-Sulayman Mountain, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Welcome to Madygen!
We Open the World Through Knowledge and Discovery!
Our journeys are a deep dive into history, nature, and culture alongside true experts.
- Explore ancient landscapes with professional geologists and historians.
- Understand nature and its processes, instead of just admiring the views.
- Discover new horizons with leading scientists, travelers, and researchers.
We are innovators in intellectual tourism, offering experiences long popular abroad — tours that reveal new knowledge and unforgettable impressions.
Join the tour:
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Email: info@geopark.kg
Itinerary
ПРОГРАММА ТУРА
День 1. Путешествие на родину кураги. Встреча с Баткеном
Выезд в 8:00 – Отправляемся в предгорья Туркестанского хребта – места без туристов.
Наш путь лежит в небольшой город Баткен, между горным хребтом и Ферганской долиной.
9:00 – По пути заглянем в каньон Данги – родина красно книжных грифов
Остановимся в долине Шахимардан, где увидим пейзажи Алайского хребта.
13:30 – обед в аутентичной чайхане – сакральном месте на берегу реки.
Около 16:30 прибудем в Баткен, где разместимся в гостинице.
После короткого отдыха отправимся в природную галерею редких наскальных рисунков.
19:30 – Ужин в гостинице. После ужина лекция от гида-геолога: Тянь-Шаня и Центральная Азия. Миллионы лет до Шёлкового пути.
День 2. Знакомство с геопарком. Баткен – Мадыген
8:00 – Завтрак в гостинице
8:30 – Выезд в Мадыген. По пути остановки для фото на берегу Тортгульского водоёма
9:00 – Экскурсия по долинам геопарка, где вы увидите и услышите о Долинах Сфинкса, Ункур-Сай, Моллюсков, Древних металлургах. Поймёте, что здесь рай для геологов, палеонтологов, фотографов и любителей природной эстетики. Редкая краснокнижная фауна. Атмосфера – словно в нереальном мире, на другой планете! Мы посетим древний металлургический двор, где получали, метал из руды пещерного рудника Кани-Гут. Долина динозавров и родник Кошум. Древние тополя Мушкетова. Оазис Мадыген.
К 13:30 – доберёмся в оазис Мадыген, который считается одним из доминантных сакральных мест для Найманов.
14:00 – Обед в роще Мадыген
15:00 – авантюрная экскурсия к панораме и в долину Калча-Баши – дикие неизведанные места. Посещаем каньон Тенге-Сай.
18:30 – Возвращаемся в оазис. Размешаемся в юртах или палатках в роскошной тополиной роще Мадыген. В лагере имеются туалеты и душевые. Но здесь отсутствует связь с цивилизацией. Здесь тишина и созерцание природы.
19:00 – Мастер-класс по плову, переходящий в ужин.
Вечером – время ощущений!
Костёр, звёзды и ощущение, будто время остановилось.
В Мадыгене время замирает. Это место где природа возвращает тебя к тишине. Без связи, без людей, без суеты и лишних звуков – только пространство свет, шёпот ветра и живое дыхание земли.
В этом безмолвии рождается ощущение полной гармонии с природой, когда слышишь не мир вокруг, а самого себя. Здесь можно, наконец, услышать, как звучит покой.
Это место для тех, для кого городская суета превратилась в депрессию, стресс и агрессию. Вдали от цивилизации, где не ловит связь и не спешит время, лежит Мадыген – мир безмолвия и звёзд.
День 3. Миллионы лет до Шёлкового пути
8:00 – Завтрак в лагере
9:00 – Реконструкция по выплавке металла добытого из древнего пещерного рудника Кани-Гут. Вы узнаете историю о том, как во IX-X вв. плавили руду и получали метал.
12:00 – Обед в лагере Мадыген
13:00 – Едем в каньоны Джангакты. Пейзажи обратного ракурса. По пути продолжаем исследовать цветные горы Сары-Тоо. Посещаем каньоны.
16:00 – Едем в село Самаркандек. Вам представится возможность увидеть, как местные женщины вручную ткут ковры. Здесь до сих пор сохранились традиции ручного ковроткачества из местного сырья, которые передаются из поколения к поколению.
17:00 – Участвуем в мастер-классе по традиционному ковроткачеству. Эксперт культуролог – будет сопровождать мастер-класс своими комментариями
18:30 – Выезд в Баткен
19:30 – Прибытие в Баткен. Размещение в гостинице
20:00 – Ужин
День 4. Неизвестный Кыргызстан. Назад в 19 век, 100 км
8:00 – завтрак в гостинице
8:30 – Выезд в неизведанные места Туркестана. Путь лежит по горной дороге с головокружительными поворотам, серпантинам, с эмоциями и адреналином. Вас ждёт встреча с монументальными ландшафтами долины Сох. Грандиозный одноимённый каньон. Приютившиеся на высоких террасах крохотные кишлаки. Развалины крепости Кан, правителя Кокандского ханства Худояр Хана. Высокогорное аутентичное село Зардалы – там, где сушат насвай. Да, да, вы увидите, где делают самый популярный кайф в Средней Азии – это насвай.
14:00 – Обед в одном из аутентичных домов в селе Зардалы
15:00 – Возвращение в Баткен, пейзажи под другим ракурсом.
18:00 – Отдых в гостинице
19:00 – Ужин в гостинице
После ужина, желающие могут отправиться наблюдать закат над Тортгульским водохранилищем
День 5. Возвращение в реальность
9:00 – Завтрак в гостинице
9:30 – Обратный путь в Ош
13:00 – Обед в чайхане п пути
14:00 – Выезд в Ош.
16:30 – Прибытие в Ош. Размещение в отеле
17:30 – В Оше экскурсия на святую гору Тахт и Сулайман – культурное наследие ЮНЕСКО
До новых встреч!
