Travellers who travel to Kyrgyzstan do not need to be vaccinated, but they should have the latest Tetanus and Typhoid vaccines. We suggest you seek guidance from your local GP or travel center as to the correct vaccinations and preventative treatment.
Drinks and food
The food in Kyrgyzstan is generally based on rice and meat but the vegetables and salads that are available are diverse. You’ll be able to experience local cuisines when you travel, and often overlap with other cuisines.
The alcohol selection is restricted to vodka or beer. If you want to try something else – such as Scotch or Gin – must purchase it at no cost and bring it with them. But, take note mixers, including tonic water, are extremely difficult to come across in Central Asia!
Cultural Sensitivity
On our tours you will often meet local people, each with their own unique traditions and customs. We ask you to be respectful and considerate to the locals. You can always rely on your tour guide or tour leader to help you.
Central Asia has a laid relaxed approach to Islam. This is the first thing you need to know about traveling there especially in cities and towns. You’ll be shocked by how long skirts of women are in areas such as Bishkek! This is a Muslim location, and it’s imperative to be mindful in certain areas. Both genders can wear shorts and T-shirts. However, when visiting mosques women should cover their shoulders with pants or skirts. The males should avoid wearing shorts.
The majority of people is Islamic with just over 15% following
Russian Orthodoxy.
Religion and Language
Kyrgyzstan is one of two former Soviet Republics in Central Asia to retain Russian as an official language. In the 1990s, Kyrgyzstan became an official multilingual country, with Kyrgyz as an official language. You will also find ethnic Uzbeks as well as Tajiks in certain parts of Kyrgyzstan because of the previous Soviet policy.
More information about Kyrgyzstan Tour see this web portal.