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THREE-DAY TOUR AROUND ISSYK-KUL
A three-day tour around Issyk-Kul is an unforgettable adventure that will immerse you in the magical world of Kyrgyzstan's nature. Starting from the city of Bishkek, you will embark on an exciting journey covering numerous breathtaking locations.
Your route will take you through the "Boom" gorge around the most beautiful lake in Kyrgyzstan, "Issyk-Kul." You can swim and sunbathe at the "Rocky Shore," one of the most stunning beaches on the southern coast of the lake, enjoying the majestic views of Issyk-Kul. Next, you will head to the "Fairy Tale" gorge and then to the "Barskaun" gorge, where magnificent nature and unique landscapes await you.
After that, you will visit the city of Karakol and have dinner at an ethnic café. You will spend the night in a cozy guesthouse, where you will be served breakfast in the morning before continuing your travels.
On the second day, your path leads through the "Jeti-Oguz" gorge to the "Kok-Jaik" valley, where you can hike to one of the most beautiful waterfalls, "Maiden's Hair." You will also visit the Jeti-Oguz cave, take a walk through the gorge, ascend to the viewpoint, and see the famous rocks "7 Bulls" and "Broken Heart."
In the evening, you will visit the hot springs and relax in the stone pools after an active day.
The third day of your adventure will begin with kayaking, exploring the waters of Issyk-Kul from a new perspective. Next, your journey will continue through the "Grigorievskoe" and "Seminovoe" gorges, where captivating natural beauty awaits, along with lunch in a traditional yurt by the river and stunning views. Concluding your trip, you will visit the "Kok-Moynok" canyon and return to the city of Bishkek.
Join this unique three-day tour and discover the most beautiful corners of Issyk-Kul!
Route:
Bishkek, "Boom" Gorge, "Orto-Tokoy" Reservoir, Issyk-Kul, Rocky Shore, "Fairy Tale" Gorge, "Barskaun" Gorge, "Jeti-Oguz" Gorge, Karakol, hot springs, Grigorievskoe Gorge, Semenovskoe Gorge, Cholpon-Ata, "Kok-Moynok" Canyon, - Bishkek
Overnight stay in a guesthouse.
Day One:
07:00 Departure from Bishkek. Traveling approximately 150 km
09:30 - 10:30 Stop at a café in the "Boom" gorge. Hearty breakfast
10:30 - 14:30 Transfer to the "Fairy Tale" gorge, with two stops along the way: "Orto Tokoy" reservoir and "Rocky Shore" on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. Traveling approximately 170 km
14:30 - 15:30 "Fairy Tale" gorge, walk around the area
15:30 - 16:10 Transfer to "Barskaun" gorge. Traveling approximately 40 km
16:00 - 17:30 "Barskaun" gorge, hiking to the waterfall
17:30 - 19:00 Transfer to the city of Karakol. Traveling approximately 100 km
19:00 Dinner at an ethno café
21:00 Check-in at the guesthouse
Total distance traveled for the day: 475 km
Day Two:
08:00 Wake up, breakfast
09:00 - 10:00 Transfer to "Jeti Oguz" gorge. Traveling approximately 25 km
10:00 - 11:00 Stop at "Broken Heart" rock, hike to the viewpoint
11:00 - 11:30 Transfer through the gorge from "Broken Heart" rock to the "Kok Jaiyk" valley
11:30 - 13:30 Hiking to the "Maiden's Braids" waterfall
13:30 - 14:30 Hiking back down the gorge to "Broken Heart" rock
14:30 - 15:30 Transfer back to Karakol
15:30 - 18:30 Lunch at a café, souvenir shopping, visit to the Orthodox church and Dungan mosque
18:30 - 19:00 Transfer to Ak-Suu village for hot springs. Traveling approximately 12 km
19:00 - 20:30 Evening soak in the springs
21:00 Return to the guesthouse
Total distance traveled for the day: approximately 100 km
Day Three:
08:00 Wake up, breakfast
09:00 - 11:00 Transfer to Semenovskoye gorge
11:00 - 15:00 Visit "Semenovskoye" gorge, lunch in a yurt, visit "Grigorievskoye" gorge
15:00 - 17:00 Transfer to Kok-Moynok canyon
17:00 - 19:00 Walk in the canyon, dinner at a café in Boom gorge
19:00 - 21:00 Transfer to Bishkek
Total distance traveled for the day: 453 km
Alternatively, we can replace the canyon walk with kayaking on Lake Issyk-Kul.
Kayak rental is paid separately
08:00 Wake up, breakfast
09:00 - 09:30 Transfer from Karakol to Pristan Karakol beach
09:30 - 12:30 Briefing and kayaking on the lake
12:30 - 14:00 Transfer to Semenovskoye gorge
14:00 - 17:00 Visit "Semenovskoye" gorge, lunch in a yurt, visit "Grigorievskoye" gorge
17:00 - 22:00 Transfer to Bishkek, stopping at a café in Boom gorge along the way
Total distance traveled for the day: 453 km
Note: The entire route includes stops for photography and enjoying the natural beauty. Travel times and distances are approximate and may vary depending on road conditions and weather. Participants of the individual tour are not required to strictly follow the indicated itinerary and have the option to stay longer in places they particularly like. You can also stay for several days and nights in any location. The main thing is to coordinate this matter at the time of booking.
Tour Price:
1 person: 45,000 som (car)
Group of 2 people: 49,000 som; 24,500 som per person (car)
Group of 3 people: 53,000 som; 17,650 som per person (car)
Group of 4 people: 65,000 som; 16,250 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats)
Group of 5 people: 70,000 som; 14,000 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats)
Group of 6 people: 75,000 som; 12,500 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats)
Group of 7 people: 80,500 som; 11,500 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats)
Group of 8 people: 125,000 som; 15,700 som per person (bus up to 12 seats + guide)
Group of 9 people: 130,000 som; 14,450 som per person (bus up to 12 seats + guide)
Group of 10 people: 135,000 som; 13,500 som per person (bus up to 12 seats + guide)
Group of 11 people: 140,000 som; 12,700 som per person (bus up to 12 seats + guide)
Group of 12 people: 135,000 som; 12,100 som per person (bus up to 12 seats + guide)
Group of 13-17 people: 11,500 som per person (bus up to 17 seats + guide)
Included in the price:
All transfers, overnight stay in a guesthouse, comfortable double and triple rooms with amenities, delicious breakfast
This tour is conducted in Russian or Kyrgyz. If you require the services of a guide-interpreter, it is available for an additional fee of 9,000 KGS per day.
Additional mandatory expenses:
Lunches and dinners 500-700 som per person for one lunch or dinner, swimming in hot springs (250-300 som per person)
The tour can start from the "Manas" and "Issyk-Kul" airports
From June 15 to August 30, the tour price increases by 25%
To book the tour, a 30% deposit of the tour cost is required. If you wish to cancel the tour ten days before the start, 50% of the deposit will be refunded. If there are less than ten days left before the tour, the deposit is non-refundable.
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