Hidden deep in the mountains near Kyrgyzstan’s Chinese border, Tash Rabat is one of the country’s most unforgettable places to visit. From staying in yurts and exploring the ancient Silk Road caravanserai to watching wild horses roam the mountains, here’s what it was really like visiting Tash Rabat with kids.

Wondering if you can travel Central Asia with kids? From sleeping in yurts in Kyrgyzstan to exploring Uzbekistan’s ancient Silk Road cities, here’s what surprised us most about family travel through one of the world’s most underrated regions.

Driving in Kyrgyzstan is unlike anywhere else — think rough mountain passes, wandering horses, remote valleys, and endless alpine roads. Here’s everything you need to know before self-driving through Kyrgyzstan.

Kyrgyzstan is raw, remote, and incredible—but travelling here with kids comes with surprises. From car hire and road conditions to food, packing, and what caught us off guard, here is all the things we wish we knew before we went.

Thinking of exploring Kyrgyzstan by car? For families wanting freedom, flexibility, and adventure in the mountains, hiring your own vehicle is the best way to experience this wild and beautiful country. We road-tripped through Kyrgyzstan with our kids and can honestly say: having a 4WD made all the difference. Here's everything we learned — from choosing the right car to driving mountain passes — to help you plan your own unforgettable journey. Our hire car high up in the mou