Traditional Dungan Dinner in a village founded in 1877
A meeting with culinary and cultural traditions awaits you.
Join a traditional dinner with a local Dungan family of 8 national dishes, learning about where each dish fits within Dungan culture and celebrations. Before the meal, take the opportunity to prepare real Dungan Ashlyan-fu - the hallmark of Karakol cuisine. Deepen your understanding of Dungan culture as you speak with your host during the meal and afterwards, try on traditional Dungan wedding clothing and learn about marriage traditions.
Tour Highlights
- Taste at least 8 kinds of home-cooked Dungan dishes in a family home.*
- Make your own ashlan-fu, the most famous (and delicious!) Dungan dish.
- Deepen your understanding of Dungan culture and history as you speak with your host during the meal
* Vegetarian meals can be prepared upon request. Let us know in advance (at booking) if you or anyone in your group has food preferences or allergies.
Dungan Village Visit and Family Dinner
2.5 - 3 Hours
from 1,600 KGS per person
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Tour Details
Price Includes:
- Meals and soft drinks (tea, mineral water)
- Ashlyan-Fu cooking demonstration
Not Included in Price:
- Transportation
- English speaking guide
*An English speaking guide can be organized upon request for an additional price of 800 KGS for the group
*Private transportation can be arranged upon request for an additional price: up to 4 people - 1,000 KGS; from 4-7 people - 1,500 KGS; from 7-12 people - 2,500 KGS
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Tour Location and Meeting Point
This tour meets at the Destination Karakol Visitor Center (150 Lenin Street, Karakol).
From there, we will provide transportation to Yrdyk (Deishin) village just outside of Karakol.
