14-Day Kyrgyzstan Adventure Tour
About the tour
14-Day Kyrgyzstan Adventure Tour
Day 1 – Arrival in Bishkek & City Exploration
Your journey begins in Bishkek, a green and vibrant city surrounded by mountains. Upon arrival at the airport, your guide will warmly meet you and arrange your transfer to the hotel.
After some time to rest and refresh, we will enjoy a welcome dinner at a cozy local restaurant, where we will try traditional Kyrgyz cuisine together.
In the evening, we will explore the heart of the city. We will visit Ala-Too Square, the central square where national events take place, as well as Victory Square. We will also walk through Oak Park, one of the oldest parks in the city, filled with sculptures and shaded alleys.
During the tour, we will learn about the history and culture of Kyrgyzstan and see monuments dedicated to Manas, the legendary hero of the Kyrgyz people.
After the walk, we will return to the hotel.
Accommodation: 3★ hotel in Bishkek
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 – Ala Archa National Park & Issyk-Ata Hot Springs
After breakfast, we will drive to Ala Archa National Park, a beautiful alpine park known for its dramatic landscapes, rivers, and snow-capped peaks.
We will begin a scenic hike to a waterfall (about 2 km one way). The trail passes through forest and along the river, offering fresh mountain air and stunning views. At the waterfall, we will spend time relaxing, taking photos, and enjoying nature. Lunch will be served as a picnic.
After the hike, we will continue to Issyk Ata Gorge, famous for its mineral hot springs and peaceful atmosphere. Here, we will relax in warm healing water after an active day.
If time allows, we will also walk around the historic Soviet-era sanatorium.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Issyk-Ata
Meals: BLD
Day 3 – Alamedin Gorge Hiking & Relaxation
Today we will explore Alamedin Gorge, another picturesque valley close to the capital.
After breakfast, we will drive to the gorge and start our hike to a waterfall (around 3 km one way). The route is easy to moderate and offers open landscapes and beautiful mountain views.
We will spend time at the waterfall, enjoy a picnic lunch, and take in the peaceful surroundings.
In the afternoon, we will return to Issyk-Ata and relax again in the hot springs.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Issyk-Ata
Meals: BLD
Day 4 – Burana Tower & Chon-Kemin Valley
After breakfast, we will continue to Chon-Kemin Valley, one of the most scenic and authentic valleys in the country.
On the way, we will visit Burana Tower, a historic site from the Karakhanid Empire. Here, we will learn about the ancient Silk Road city of Balasagun, explore the small museum, and see the Balbal stone statues.
Upon arrival in Chon-Kemin, we will take a light hike through the valley, surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains.
There will also be an opportunity for optional horseback riding, allowing us to experience the traditional nomadic lifestyle.
Accommodation: Yurt camp or guesthouse (your choice)
Meals: BLD
Day 5 – Issyk-Kul Lake & Cholpon-Ata
Today we will travel to Issyk-Kul Lake, known as the “Pearl of Central Asia.”
In Cholpon-Ata, we will visit the Cholpon-Ata Petroglyphs, an open-air museum with thousands of ancient stones.
We will also explore the Rukh Ordo Cultural Center, where different cultures and traditions are represented.
Afterward, we will enjoy free time at the beach to relax, swim, or take a walk along the lake.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata
Meals: BLD
Day 6 – Scenic Gorges & Karakol City
After breakfast, we will explore the beautiful northern gorges of Issyk-Kul: Grigorievka Gorge and Semienovka Gorge.
We will enjoy a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before continuing to Karakol.
In the evening, we will have a special dinner at a local Dungan family, where we will taste traditional dishes and enjoy a folklore performance by a local music group.
Accommodation: 3★ hotel in Karakol
Meals: BLD
Day 7 – Altyn-Arashan Adventure Day
Today we will experience an exciting off-road journey to Altyn-Arashan.
We will travel by a Soviet-style vehicle through rugged mountain terrain to reach this remote alpine valley. Once there, we will hike through the area, surrounded by forests and peaks, and relax in natural hot springs located in the open landscape.
We will have lunch at a traditional yurt camp.
On the way back, we will also stop at Ak-Suu Kench Hot Springs for another relaxing experience.
Accommodation: 3★ hotel in Karakol
Meals: BLD
Day 8 – Jeti-Oguz Valley & Waterfall Hiking
After breakfast, we will travel to Jeti-Oguz, famous for its striking red rock formations.
We will see the “Seven Bulls” rocks and the “Broken Heart” formation, and then hike to the “Maiden’s Braid” waterfall.
The valley is rich in legends and offers unforgettable scenery.
Accommodation: Yurt camp
Meals: BLD
Day 9 – Barskoon Gorge & Skazka Canyon
Today we will explore the southern shore of Issyk-Kul.
We will visit Barskoon Waterfalls and see the monument dedicated to Yuri Gagarin.
After a picnic lunch, we will continue to Skazka Canyon, where colorful rock formations create unique and imaginative shapes.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kaji-Sai
Meals: BLD
Day 10 – Nomadic Culture & Traditions
Today we will immerse ourselves in Kyrgyz culture and traditions.
We will visit a golden eagle family and learn about the ancient practice of eagle hunting.
Next, we will go to Kyzyl-Tuu, where we will take part in assembling a traditional yurt together with a local family and enjoy lunch with them.
Later, we will continue to Kochkor, where we will observe how traditional felt carpets (Shyrdak) are made.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kochkor
Meals: BLD
Day 11 – Son-Kul Lake Adventure
After breakfast, we will travel via Kalmak-Ashuu Pass to reach Son-Kul Lake.
We will walk along the lake, enjoy wide panoramic views, and experience the peaceful atmosphere of nomadic life in the high mountains.
Accommodation: Yurt camp(4 pax accommodation)
Meals: BLD
Day 12 – Suusamyr Valley
After breakfast, we will leave Son-Kul and drive through Kara-Keche Pass and Kyzyl-Oi to reach Suusamyr Valley.
This wide valley is known for its open landscapes, fresh air, and incredible natural beauty, making it a perfect place for photography.
Accommodation: Guesthouse
Meals: BLD
Day 13 – Too-Ashuu Pass & Return to Bishkek
Today we will return to Bishkek via Too-Ashuu Pass.
On the way, we will stop for a short hike to Sulutor Lake (about 2 km one way). Even in summer, the weather here can be cool and windy, so warm clothing is recommended.
In the evening, we will enjoy a farewell dinner in Bishkek.
Accommodation: 3★ hotel
Meals: BLD
Day 14 – Departure
Early in the morning, we will arrange your transfer to the airport.
We will say goodbye, taking with us unforgettable memories of Kyrgyzstan’s mountains, culture, and warm hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast
Included/Excluded
- Double/Twin accommodations at hotels, guesthouses
- 4-5 pax accommodations at yurt camps
- Transport as mentioned
- Meals – Full board as mentioned
- Water
- Local English-speaking guide (except the last day)
- Entrance fees in accordance with the tour plan (Ala Archa, Issyk Ata Hot spring pool, Burana tower, Petroglyphs, Ruh Ordo, Karakol city tour, Aksuu hot spring pool, Skazka canyon, Picture with golden eagle)
- Yurt assembly master class
- Soviet Union UAZ Track adventure to Altyn Arashan
- Transfer from and to the airport.
- Visa
- Flight tickets
- Insurance
- Washing costs
- Felt carpet master class
- Folklore show
- Alcoholic beverages
- Personal spending
- Single supplement
- Early check-ins and late check-outs
- Eagle hunting show
Amenities
Tour plan
Day 1. Meeting at the airport, Bishkek city tour
This tour starts at Bishkek city. Your tour guide will meet you at the airport, transport to your hotel will be provided. After getting settled, we will enjoy an early dinner at a wonderful local restaurant.
We will then visit the central part of Bishkek city, Victory Square, Ala-Too Square, Oak Park, and see the monuments of the heroes of Kyrgyz people like Manas – the main character of the Kyrgyz national epic.
After exploring the city, we will head back to the hotel.
Accommodation – 3* hotel in Bishkek, D
Day 2. Ala Archa National park - Issyk Ata Mineral Hot springs
In the morning we will take you from your hotel in Bishkek, transfer to Ala Archa national Park. We will start our hiking to waterfall, it is about 2 km one way. We will visit the waterfall, provide time there, for lunch we will have lunch box. So, we will come back to car and drive to Issyk Ata gorge. There we will have our guesthouse for overnight and mineral hot spring pool for swimming. Also, we will take a walking in the territory of Soviet Union sanitarium if time will allow us. Dinner at guesthouse café.
Lodgings: Guesthouse in Issyk Ata, Meal:BLD
Day 3. Alamedin waterfall - Issyk Ata Mineral Hot springs
After breakfast at guesthouse, we will drive to Alamedin gorge, we will start our hiking to waterfall, it is about 3 km one way. We will visit the waterfall, provide time there, for lunch we will have lunch box. So, we will come back to car and drive to Issyk Ata gorge to our guesthouse where we will swim at hot springs again. Dinner at guesthouse café.
Lodgings: Guesthouse in Issyk Ata, Meal:BLD
Day 4 Hiking and overnight at yurt camp in Chon Kemin.
After breakfast at guesthouse, we will continue to Chon Kemin Nature Park. On the road we will visit Burana tower, the archeological site from Karakhanid Empire, hear the history and visit archeological museum nearby, visit garden of Balbal Stones, and. Upon arrival at Chon Kemin we will have hiking among the gorge, lunch and dinner at guesthouse and overnight at yurt camp or guesthouse according to your choice.
Lodgings: Yurt camp in Chon Kemin, Meal:BLD
Day 5 Cholpon Ata
After breakfast we will continue to Cholpon Ata where we will visit Petroglyphs open sky museum, Rukh Ordo cultural center, provide time at beach.
Lodgings: guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata, Meal:BLD
Day 6 Cholpon Ata – Karakol
After breakfast we will visit Kirchin Jailoo. We will start from Semenevka gorge and we will come back to road by Grigorevka gorge. For lunch we will organize picninc in nature. Then we will drive to Karakol city where we will have city tour in Karakol. During dinner at local Dungan family, we will have folklore show from local musical band “Kylym”.
Lodgings: 3* hotel in Karakol, Meal:BLD
Day 7. Altyn-Arashan mineral hot springs in nature, Ak Suu kench mineral hot spring pool.
Breakfast at hotel in Karakol. Today we will have adventure day of Soviet union Track. We will go to Altyn Arashan mineral hot springs by Soviet Union Track. In Altyn Arashan gorge we will have lunch at yurt camp, we will hike to mineral hot springs in nature and take a bath there. And when we will come back from Altyn Arashan, we will also take a swim at mineral hot spring pool Ak Suu Kench. According to a lot of comments about mineral hot springs after having bath at these mineral hot springs on that you are going to sleep like a baby because it will influence to your body, nervous system. In the evening we will come back to Karakol city, dinner at local restaurant.
Accommodation: 3* hotel in Karakol, BLD
Day 8 Jeti Oguz valley –Kok Jayik Jailoo
After breakfast, transfer to jeti Oguz where We will hear a lots of legend about these destinations we will discover the Jeti Oguz valley. We will hike to “Maiden Braid” waterfall, see the “Broken heart” scale, “Jeti Oguz” rocks translated as “Seven Bulls” rocks.
Lodgings: Yurt camp in Jeti Oguz, Meal:BLD
Day 9 Barskoon, Skazka canyon, Kaji Sai
After breakfast we will drive to Barskoon gorge. This is the gorge where gold mine “Kumtor”. We will visit one of the 4 waterfalls in Barskoon, see the stone monument of cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, for lunch we will organize picnic in nature, then we will continue to Skazka canyon.
“Fairy Tale” canyon, where interesting faces of giant people formed from sand after rain, as if they are guarding these lands. We will walk among the canyon, take pictures and hear legends about the place and then we will drive to Kaji Sai village for overnight.
Lodgings: Guesthouse in Kaji-Sai, Meal:BLD
Day 10 Day of nomadic lifestyle and culture, Kochkor
After breakfast we will visit golden eagle house where you can take a picture with eagle. Then we will go to the village of the felt world – Kyzyl –Tuu on the south shore of Issyk Kul Lake, participate in assembling a nomadic yurt of a local family, and have lunch with this local family. Then we will drive to Kochkor village where we will visit felt factory, we will see master class of making felt carpet “Shyrdak” and we will come to our guesthouse in Kochkor for overnight.
Lodgings: guesthouse in Kochkor, Meal:BLD
Day 11 Kalmak Ashu Pass – Alpine lake Son Kul
After breakfast we will move to Son Kul Lake through Kalmak Ashu Pass. In the Kalmak Ashu Pass we will have opportunity to see the yaks. Upon arrival Son Kul Lake we will walk among the alpine lake in 3000 m above sea level, and climb to panorama to see the gorgeous scenery. Lunch and dinner at yurt camp.
Accommodation: luxe yurt camp at Son Kul lake with modern toilet outside (4 pax accommodation), BLD
Day 12 Son Kul – Kizil Oi – Suusamyr Valley
After breakfast, we will go out from Son Kul lake. We will go to Suusamyr through Kara Keche Pass and Kizil Oi. Suusamyr Valley is famous with it is fauna and flora. Today will be the day of photography, the gorgeous scenery will make you become a photo model or a photographer. We can assure you that the photos you take here will be the best.
Accommodation: Guesthouse at Suusamyr, meal: BLD
Day 13. Suusamyr – Sulutor lake walking – Bishkek
After breakfast we will continue to Bishkek city. Today we will pass gorgeous Too Ashu Pass, and Tunnel of 2 km long on level of 3200 m from sea level. We will also stop our cars on the side and will hike to Alpine Sulutor lake in Too Ashu. The level of hike is easy; it is hiking of 2 km one way. This place is cold in summer time even, and windy, so you need to take warm clothes, warm cap. For lunch we will have lunch boxes. Then we will continue to Bishkek. Dinner at local restaurant and transfer to hotel
Accommodation: 3* hotel in Bishkek, meal: BLD
Day 14. Transfer to airport
Early in the morning, you will be picked up by a transfer and brought to the airport for your flight home, having gained wonderful and lasting impressions from what you have seen and experienced.
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