Issyk Kul is the second largest alpine lake in the world. And this incredible 5 day private journey has been designed to become one of the best trips of your lifetime! 11 destinations and numerous experiences. Not being the longest one, this tour implies all authentic activities that you would experience only in Kyrgyzstan. Five beautiful and action-packed days around the charming and boundless lake will get you through its both sides: from modern resorts on the north coast, to the wild and pristine nature on the south. You will be trying the national cuisine, riding horses, sailing the endless lake on a ship, sleeping in a yurt, seeing wild animals, visiting museums with parks, roaming canyons with gorges and so much more! Spend your unforgettable holiday in this stunning way, having embarked on the tour that is a pure treasure!
Activity location
Bishkek
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyzstan
Meeting/Redemption Point
Bishkek
Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Kyrgyzstan
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The ultimate 5 day voyage around Issyk Kul lake, all year round
Activity duration is 5 days5d
5d
English
Pickup included
Starting time: 08:00
Price details
€3,076.55 x 1 Adult€3,076.55
Total
Price is €3,076.55€3,076.55
includes taxes & fees
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Air-conditioned vehicle with a driver
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All activities according to the programme
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Admissions (museums, parks etc.)
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English-speaking guide
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Accommodation on the 5th night
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Travel and health insurance
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Other personal expenses
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialised infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
Activity itinerary
Day 1: Bishkek - Burana - Chon Kemin - Konorchek canyon - Cholpon Ata
5 stops
Meals: lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Olimp; or similar
Bishkek
30m
In the morning, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and we’ll head straight towards the Issyk Kul region (230km).
Burana Tower
1h
Admission ticket included
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).
Chon-Kemin National Park
3h
Admission ticket included
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.
Konorchek Canyons
2h
Admission ticket included
Moving further on, to Issyk Kul. On the way, we’re visiting the fabulous Konorchek canyon for a light but awesome hike.
Cholpon Ata
12h
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.
Day 2: Cholpon Ata - Grigoriev gorge - Semyonov Gorge - Karakol
4 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: 78; Green Yard; or similar
Ruh Ordo Cultural Center
1h
Admission ticket included
In the morning, we’re visiting an open air spiritual centre called Rukh Ordo.
Cholpon Ata
1h
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 splendour and mountains all around. Lunch in a restaurant.
Grigor'yevka
3h
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.
Karakol
12h
Arrival in Karakol. Check-in to a hotel. Free time for rest. Next, we’re driving shortly, to the neighbouring 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.
Day 3: Karakol - Ski Base - Karakol - Jeti Oguz valley
2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight at a yurt camp
Karakol
5h
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 metres and back down. Return to Karakol and lunch.
Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Rocks)
12h
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).
Day 4: Jeti Oguz - Barskoon - Skazka canyon - Bel Tam yurt camp
4 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Overnight at a yurt camp
Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Rocks)
2h
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.
Barskoon Waterfall
1h
Moving on and visiting the atmospheric Barskoon valley to do some hiking and explore its 3 waterfalls. Lunch.
Canyon Skazka
1h
Admission ticket included
Next, we're visiting the fascinating Skazka (Fairy Tale) canyon for an easy but charming walk.
Bokonbayevo
12h
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 cosy 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.
Day 5: Bel Tam - Ak Sai village - Bishkek
2 stops
Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
Accommodation: Not included
Bokonbayevo
5h
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.
Bishkek
12h
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!
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