Classic Tour around Issyk-Kul Lake
About tour
The beautiful mountains and lakes of Kyrgyzstan with magnificent landscapes, hospitable Kyrgyz people with their unique way of life and traditions, delicious Oriental cuisine, national drinks, felt, fruits and much more - all this awaits you in this fascinating tour of Kyrgyzstan. Immerse yourself in Eastern culture, small villages, colorful bazaars, unique nature and recharge yourself with a positive energy, bright sun, taking only pleasant memories back home.
Itinerary
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Arrival in Bishkek
Meeting at the airport “Manas”, transfer to the hotel rest.
10:00 - sightseeing tour in Bishkek
Ala-Too square located in the heart of the city. During the Soviet era, this square was named after Lenin, and a statue of Vladimir Lenin stood prominently at its center. However, in the late 1990s, a decision was made to relocate the monument. Unlike many other former Soviet republics, Kyrgyzstan does not have a strong movement against its Soviet heritage, so Lenin was simply moved to the opposite side of the National Historical Museum.
Osh Bazaar is one of the largest bazaars in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. It is located on the west side of the city, and is not far from the Western Bus Station. Osh Bazaar in Bishkek was created in 1983.
Opera and Ballet Theatre in the city of Bishkek, the only opera house in Kyrgyzstan, was opened in 1937 as a Drama and Music Theatre.
The Museum of Fine Arts is one of the first museums in Kyrgyzstan, and was founded in 1935. Originally it was called the National Art Gallery, and was held in St. Nicholas Church in Oak Park. The first painting displayed were gifts from galleries around the Soviet Union, such as the Tretyakov Gallery in Moscow, the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, and the Museum of Oriental Art in Moscow. More and more pieces were purchased, too, and now the collection numbers over 17,500 items.
The National Library of the Kyrgyz Republic is the legal deposit and copyright agency for Kyrgyzstan. It was founded in 1934.
Night at the hotel
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BREAKFAST
09:00 - drive to Shamshy Gorge (120km, 2,5 hours). On the way visit:
Burana Tower, a large minaret dated to the 10th century, a settlement on the Great Silk Road.
Afternoon hiking to the mountains or as option horseback riding for extra charge.
Shamshy Gorge is a unique natural reserve where the natural landscapes are preserved almost in virgin state. The glaciers are neighboring with green coniferous forests and steppe regions where tourists can feel real Kyrgyz dwelling in Yurt Inn as a nomad people.
Night in Yurt Camp.
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BREAKFAST
09:00 - after breakfast transfer to Karakol city. On the way you can see:
Konorchok canyon. The amazing landscape of Konorchek canyons resembles the Grand Canyon in the USA, but at the same time they carry a significant particle of the unique nature of Kyrgyzstan.
The road will go along the northern shore of the Issyk-Kul Lake (150km) via Cholpon-Ata city where you can stop for lunch by your own.
Semenovka gorge. Here you can see Nomad Games with horses and archeries and nomad village. Continue drive to Karakol city.
Night at the hotel
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BREAKFAST
09:00 - you will start tour
Altyn-Arashan Gorge (Hot Springs) by Russian jeep UAZ, 4 WD (45 km, 2,5 hrs).
Issyk-Kul reserve in Ak-Suu Gorge.
See different size of hot springs in the Altyn-Arashan Gorge, walking through the fir-trees forest and enjoy magnificent view of local nature.
Back to Karakol.
Night at the hotel
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BREAKFAST
09:00 - Transfer to Bokonbaeva village southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. On the way visit:
Jety-Oguz Gorge, see seven red stone mountains and Broken Hurt mountains.
Walking to waterfall in the Kok-Jaiyk summer pasture which is surrounded by coniferous forests.
Continue excursion on the way and visit Skazka Gorge.
Night at the Family Guest House.
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BREAKFAST
09:00 - after breakfast you can see Salburun show (Eagle hunting show) in Bokonbaeva village.
Lunch a on the way continue drive to Chon-Kemin village.
Chon Kemin village has one of the most picturesque landscapes in Kyrgyzstan with its vast river, its lakes, its glaciers, and its immense forest. It’s a delight both for nature lovers in search of a calm holiday, and for extreme sports enthusiasts who can go trekking or rafting.
Night at the Guest House
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BREAKFAST
You meet horse guide to start your horse riding excursion to the mountain and forests which lasts 3 hours.
Afternoon transfer to Bishkek (140 km, 3 hours).
Check-in the hotel 3*.
Free time for your own.
Night at the hotel
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BREAKFAST
Check out from hotel.
Transfer to Airport.
Departure.
End of the tour.
Included
- Accommodation in mentioned in program based on twin/double shared room – 7 nights
- Transportation during this the tour – 8 days
- Meals as mentioned in program: daily breakfast, 3 lunches, 2 dinners
- English speaking Guide – 8 days
- Excursions according to tour program.
- All mentioned activities in the program description
- Entrance fees for all mentioned monuments
- Eagle hunting show
- 1 liter of mineral water p/p during the tour
- Memorable souvenirs
- All local taxes
Excluded
- Air tickets
- Early check-in on day 1 Medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Horses for horseback riding (30$ per day)
- Kok-Boru (horse game) – 280$ for group
- Any personal expenses.
Additional info
NOTES:
It is recommended to have warm closes due to cool weather in mountain area.
Suggested program can be changed or individualized according to your interests
Yurt stay based on shared accommodation dividing by gender
Meals in remote areas are included due to no places no go out for meals
Please be aware that there may be various vehicles and drivers used during your tour, depending on the route section and type of transport needed on that section (Son-Kul Lake and Djety-Oguz gorge)
ACCOMMODATION:
Bishkek - Garden Hotel 3* or similar 2 nights
Shamshy Gorge - Mountain Guest House - 1 night
Karakol - Karagat Hotel 4* or similar - 2 nights
Bokonbaeva - Family Home stay - 1 night
Chon-Kemin - Jekshen Guset House - 1 night
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