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SEVEN-DAY TOUR AROUND ISSYK-KUL
The 7-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 that covers many exciting places.
Your route is laid through the "Boom" gorge around the most beautiful lake in Kyrgyzstan - "Issyk-Kul". You will visit the "Konorchek" canyon, the "Orto-Tokoy" reservoir, then we will climb to the "Son-kul" lake, where we will stay overnight in a yurt camp.
The second day will begin with breakfast and a walk around the camp, and after lunch you will go to Issyk-Kul to the next location of our journey - a salt lake. You will swim in the salt lake, in the evening you will check into a yurt camp, where you will sleep to the sound of the waves of Issyk-Kul.
On the third day of the tour. You can walk along the Ak-Sai canyon, swim and sunbathe on the Rocky Coast, one of the most beautiful beaches on the southern coast of the lake, enjoying the majestic views of Issyk-Kul. Then you will go to the Skazka gorge and further to the Barskaun gorge, where magnificent nature and unique landscapes await you.
After that, you will visit the city of Karakol and have dinner in an ethno cafe. You will spend the night in a cozy guest house, where in the morning you will be fed breakfast and sent on your journey.
On the fourth day, your path is laid through the Jeti Oguz gorge to the Kok-Zhaiyk valley, where you can hike up one of the most beautiful waterfalls, the Maiden Braids. You will also visit the Jeti Oguz cave, walk along the gorge, climb to the panorama and see the famous rocks, the 7 Bulls and the Broken Heart.
In the evening you will visit the hot springs, swim and relax in the stone pools after an active day.
On the fifth day, you will take an off-road trip into the depths of the Tien Shan Mountains to the Altyn-Arashan Valley, where you can walk and swim in hot springs.
Then on the sixth day of the journey your path will continue through the "Grigoryevskoye" and "Semenovskoye" gorges, where you will find breathtaking natural beauty, a hike to the "Holy Lake", lunch in a national yurt by the river and stunning views. We will spend the night on this day in the city of Cholpon-Ata
On the seventh day. You will take a boat ride along Issyk-Kul, visit the museum "Rukh-ordo" rock paintings and at the end of your journey, you will visit the canyon "Kok-Moinok" and return to the city of Bishkek.
Join this unique five-day tour and discover the most beautiful corners of Issyk-Kul!
Route:
Bishkek, Boom Gorge, Konorchek Canyon, Orto Tokoy Reservoir, Son-Kol Lake, Issyk-Kul, Salt Lake, Ak-Sai Canyon, Yurt Camp, Rocky Coast, Skazka Gorge, Barskaun Gorge, Jeti Oguz Gorge, Karakol, Altyn Arashan Gorge, Hot Springs, Grigorievskoe Gorge, Semenovskoye Gorge, Holy Lake, Cholpon-Ata, Kok-Moinok Canyon, -
Bishkek city.
Overnight stay in a guest house.
Day One:
08:00 - 10:00 Transfer from Bishkek to Boom Gorge. We will travel approximately 100 km.
10:00 - 14:00 Hiking in the Konorchok Canyon.
14:00 - 15:00 Lunch at a cafe in the gorge.
15:30 - 16:00 Stop at Ortokoy Reservoir for walking and photo sessions.
16:00 - 19:00 Transfer to Song-Kul Lake. We will travel approximately 160 km.
20:00 - Check-in to the yurt. Time for rest and dinner.
In total, we will travel approximately 300 km by car and walk about 6-7 km.
Note: In case of bad weather, we will not visit Konorchok Canyon, as the road goes through a narrow gorge where landslides may occur. Instead of Konorchok, we will visit Kok-Moinok Canyon.
Day Two:
08:00 - Breakfast. Walk around the surroundings.
10:30 - 14:30 Transfer from the camp to the Salt Lake (only in summer). We will travel approximately 180 km.
14:30 - Swimming in the Salt Lake and lunch.
16:30 - 17:30 Transfer to the yurt camp. We will travel approximately 10-30 km, depending on the road.
17:30 - Check-in to the yurt. Time for rest and dinner.
In total, we will travel approximately 200 km for the day.
Day Three:
08:00 - Breakfast.
08:30 - 09:30 Excursion in the "Ak Sai" canyon.
10:30 - 11:30 Transfer to the wild beach on the southern shore "Rocky Coast." On the way, stop at the village of Kaji-Sai to buy lunch supplies. We will travel approximately 55 km.
11:30 - 14:30 Swimming and picnic.
14:30 - 15:30 Visit to "Fairy Tale" Gorge for a walk around the area.
15:30 - 16:10 Transfer to "Barskaun" Gorge. We will travel approximately 40 km.
16:00 - 17:30 Hiking in "Barskaun" Gorge to the waterfall.
17:30 - 19:00 Transfer to Karakol. We will travel approximately 97 km.
19:00 - Dinner at an ethnic cafe.
21:00 - Check-in at the guesthouse.
In total, we will travel approximately 190 km for the day.
Day Four:
08:00 - Wake up and breakfast.
09:00 - 10:00 Transfer to "Jeti-Oguz" Gorge. We will travel approximately 25 km.
10:00 - 11:00 Stop at the "Broken Heart" rock and hike to the viewpoint.
11:00 - 11:30 Transfer from "Broken Heart" rock to "Kok Jaiyk" valley.
11:30 - 13:30 Hiking to "Maiden's Braids" waterfall.
13:30 - 14:30 Descend through the gorge back to "Broken Heart" rock.
14:30 - 15:30 Transfer to Karakol.
15:30 - 18:30 Lunch at a cafe, souvenir shopping, visit to the Orthodox church and Dungan mosque.
18:30 - 19:00 Transfer to the village of Ak-Suu for hot springs. We will travel approximately 12 km.
19:00 - 20:30 Evening swimming in the springs.
21:00 - Return to the guesthouse.
In total, we will travel approximately 100 km for the day.
Day Five:
08:00 - Wake up and breakfast.
09:00 - 11:00 Transfer from Karakol to "Altyn Arashan" Gorge. We will travel approximately 20 km.
11:00 - 17:00 Walk in the gorge. Swimming in the hot springs.
17:00 - 19:00 Transfer back to Karakol.
19:00 - Dinner at an ethnic cafe.
21:00 - Return to the guesthouse.
In total, we will travel approximately 40 km for the day.
Note: If the ascent to Arashan is not possible (landslide, road washout, etc.), we will visit Saruu Gorge instead.
Day Six:
08:00 - Wake up and breakfast.
09:00 - 11:00 Transfer to Semenovskoye Gorge.
11:00 - 18:30 Visit to "Semenovskoye" Gorge, lunch in a yurt, visit to "Grigorievskoye" Gorge, hiking to the "Holy Lake."
18:30 - 19:00 Transfer from Grigorievskoye Gorge to the town of Cholpon-Ata. We will travel approximately 40 km.
20:00 - Check-in at the guesthouse.
In total, we will travel approximately 200 km for the day.
Alternatively, we can replace the canyon hike with kayaking on Lake Issyk-Kul.
Kayak rental is paid separately.
08:00 - Wake up and 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 to "Semenovskoye" Gorge, lunch in a yurt, visit to "Grigorievskoye" Gorge.
17:00 - 18:00 Transfer from Grigorievskoye Gorge to Cholpon-Ata. We will travel approximately 40 km.
20:00 - Check-in at the guesthouse.
In total, we will travel approximately 210 km for the day.
Day Seven:
08:00 - Wake up and breakfast.
09:00 - 10:30 Boat ride.
10:30 - 12:30 Swimming in Issyk-Kul.
13:00 - 14:00 Lunch at a cafe.
14:00 - 15:00 Visit to the "Rukh-Ordo" museum.
15:00 - 16:00 Visit to the petroglyphs in Cholpon-Ata.
16:00 - 22:00 Transfer to Bishkek. On the way, stop at a cafe in Boom Gorge.
We will travel approximately 250 km.
Note: The entire route includes stops for taking photos and enjoying the beauty of nature. Travel times and distances are approximate and may vary depending on road conditions and weather. Individual tour participants are not required to strictly follow the specified route and have the opportunity to stay for additional time in places they particularly liked. You can also stay for several days and nights in any place. The main thing is to agree on this issue when booking.
Cost of the tour.
1 person 115,000 som (passenger car + UAZ up to 4 seats)
Group of 2 people 129,000 som 64,500 som per person (passenger car + UAZ up to 4 seats)
Group of 3 people 140,000 soms 46,700 soms per person (passenger car + UAZ up to 4 seats)
Group of 4 people 165,000 som 41,250 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats + UAZ up to 9 seats)
Group of 5 people 178,000 som 35,600 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats + UAZ up to 9 seats)
Group of 6 people 196,000 som 32,670 som per person (minivan up to 7 seats + UAZ up to 9 seats)
Group of 7 people. 210,000 soms. 30,000 soms per person (minivan up to 7 seats + UAZ up to 9 seats)
The price includes:
All transfers, overnight stays in yurts, in a guest house, comfortable 2-, 3-bed rooms with amenities,
delicious breakfasts.
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 soms per person for one lunch or dinner,
bathing in hot springs (250-300 soms per person).
The tour can start from the airports "Manas" and "Issyk-Kul"
From June 15 to August 30 the cost of the tour increases by 25%
To book a tour, you need to send a prepayment of 30% of the tour cost. If you want to cancel the tour ten days before the start, 50% of the prepayment is returned. If there are less than ten days left before the tour, the prepayment is not returned.
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