The ultimate 5 day voyage around Issyk Kul lake, all year round

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Bishkek - Burana - Chon Kemin - Konorchek canyon - Cholpon Ata
5 stops
1
Bishkek
In the morning, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and we’ll head straight towards the Issyk Kul region (230km).
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
2
Burana Tower and Konorchek Canyon
On the way, stop at the famous Burana Tower. This UNESCO World Heritage site will be of interest to history fiends. We’ll spend about 40 minutes here: climb onto the top of the tower, visit the archaeology museum and walk around to have a look at balbals (ancient stones with depictions).
1 hour • Admission ticket included
3
Chon-Kemin National Park
Resuming our way to Issyk Kul. Second stop on the way is a mountainous valley of Chon Kemin. Here, we’re going to have a fascinating horseback ride through the picturesque fields, forest and uphill to a panoramic spot overlooking the whole valley. Lunch in the loveliest restaurant with a 360 view.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
4
Konorchek Canyons
Moving further on, to Issyk Kul. On the way, we’re visiting the fabulous Konorchek canyon for a light but awesome hike.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
5
Cholpon Ata
Upon arrival in Cholpon Ata (central town of the lake’s north coast) we're checking in to a hotel. Free time for relaxing and dinner at a restaurant. Overnight.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Cholpon Ata - Grigoriev gorge - Semyonov Gorge - Karakol
4 stops
6
Ruh Ordo Cultural Center
In the morning, we’re visiting an open air spiritual center called Rukh Ordo.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
7
Cholpon Ata
Next, we’re heading to the local dock to have a beautiful ship ride out on the second largest alpine lake in the world. After roaming 4km away, the ship will stop at the depth of 120m. In the hot season (May-September) you may dive into the water and enjoy a surreal swim (life jackets provided). In other seasons, you will have no less a beautiful time on the ship, enjoying the lake’s splendor and mountains all around. Lunch in a restaurant.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
8
Next, we’re moving towards Karakol town that is located on the line between the north and south coasts. On the way, we’re visiting the 2 stunning Grigoriev and Semyonov gorges to explore their wonderful landscapes and some hidden alpine lakes.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
9
Karakol
Arrival in Karakol. Check-in to a hotel. Free time for rest. Next, we’re driving shortly, to the neighboring village Ak Suu to have a relaxing swim in hot spring pools near a forest - this will be a great touch after such an active day! Return to Karakol and dinner at a restaurant. Overnight.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Karakol - Ski Base - Karakol - Jeti Oguz valley
2 stops
10
Karakol
Today, we’re exploring the beauties around Karakol. Short city excursion in the morning: Dungan mosque (1910), Russian Orthodox church (1895), local handmade souvenir shop (if you're interested). Next, we’re heading out of Karakol, to the famous and best Ski Resort in the country (7km). In winter, you would have a beautiful skiing experience here but in summer you will enjoy no less stunning views of the whole region. Luscious green meadows, vast coniferous forests, snow capped mountain peaks, glaciers and the entire lake in the background - it’s all about this Ski resort. The chair lift will take us up to the height of 3040 meters and back down. Return to Karakol and lunch.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
11
Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Rocks)
Next, we’re leaving this nice small town and heading towards the southern coast. Today’s final point is the gorgeous Jeti Oguz valley (Seven Bulls). Driving deeper into the valley of flowers we’ll arrive at “Jailoo” (green summer pasture) where yurt camps are located. Now, it’s time for a magnificent horseback voyage through forests and up the mountains to the lovely Maiden Braids waterfall. Free time for a walk on pastures. Dinner. Bonfire time outside and stargazing. Overnight in yurts (traditional Kyrgyz dwelling).
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Jeti Oguz - Barskoon - Skazka canyon - Bel Tam yurt camp
4 stops
12
Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Rocks)
In the morning, after breakfast, we’re resuming our way along the south coast of Issyk Kul. Visiting the Jeti Oguz panorama for taking some nice photos.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
13
Barskoon Waterfall
Moving on and visiting the atmospheric Barskoon valley to do some hiking and explore its 3 waterfalls. Lunch.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
14
Canyon Skazka
Next, we're visiting the fascinating Skazka (Fairy Tale) canyon for an easy but charming walk.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
15
Bokonbayevo
Resuming the road and arrival at Bel Tam yurt camp that's located on the wild beach of Issyk Kul lake. This yurt camp has all necessary facilities like: showers, toilets, water sinks, laundry and a bar. Sleeping in a cozy and warm yurt with a murmur of the immense lake’s waves will be one of the loveliest highlights of your trip! Free time for chilling. Dinner in a big kitchen yurt. Overnight in yurts.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Bel Tam - Ak Sai village - Bishkek
2 stops
16
Bokonbayevo
Today is the last day of our incredible journey but it doesn’t mean that the adventure is over! In the morning, after breakfast at the yurt camp, we’ll have some time for relaxing. Explore the beach, evaluate the lake’s scale and chill around. Next, we’re getting on the main road of the south coast and moving towards Ak Sai village, where we’re going to witness a spectacular Eagle hunting process. You will learn almost everything about this traditional Kyrgyz way of hunting and also participate yourself in the archery part. Don’t worry, during the hunt we only use an artificial animal's carcass as a prey. After this experience, we’re driving to the nearby Ak Sai canyons to explore its hidden and charming Canyon of Forgotten Rivers: otherworldly views are insured! Next, we’re driving down from the canyon and moving towards the wild beach for having a lovely picnic and saying goodbye to Issyk Kul lake: eating, swimming and sunbathing.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
17
Bishkek
Now it's time to leave this fairy region and move towards Bishkek (230km). Upon arrival in the capital city, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel (not included). End of the tour. Thank you very much!
12 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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