Bishkek → Osh via Kazarman transfer
The back road to Osh: from Naryn over the Kaldama and Ak-Kyya passes to Kazarman, then down to Jalal-Abad. Two days, mostly gravel, almost no traffic — and the Saimaluu-Tash petroglyph plateau if you have a third day.
- Distance600 km
- Drive time16 h
- Pricefrom $600
Bishkek → Osh via Kazarman: price per car
| Car | Per car for 2 days, driver's night included | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4x4 up to 4 Land Cruiser / Prado / UAZ | $600 ≈ 52,500 som | $300 | $200 | $150 | — |
English-speaking driver +$15–20 · return — same price. Prices updated 12 October 2026.
The road
Bishkek–Naryn on asphalt, then 200 km of gravel and dirt via Kazarman, crossing two passes above 3,000 m. Only open June to early October.
Worth stopping
- Night in Kazarman guesthouse.
- Saimaluu-Tash petroglyphs (+1 day, horses from Kazarman).
Good to know
- Price is per 4x4 for two days and includes the driver's night out; guesthouse for you is about $25 per person with dinner.
Included
- Private car and driver, fuel, tolls
- Meet & greet with name sign at airports, 60 min free waiting
- Stops on the way where you ask (up to 1 h in total)
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before
- Pay the driver in cash or card — no prepayment for transfers
Bishkek → Osh via Kazarman: questions
When is the Kazarman road open?
Roughly June to early October; snow closes the passes the rest of the year.
Do I need a 4x4?
Yes. The section after Naryn is rough gravel with stream crossings.
Can we add Song-Kul?
Yes, Song-Kul fits before Naryn as an extra day.
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