3 day Son-Kul and Ysyk-Kul tour
About the tour
3-day Son-Kul and Issyk-Kul Tour
DAY 1 — BISHKEK – BOKONBAEVO
08:00
On the first day of the tour, we will leave Bishkek and drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake toward Bokonbaevo village.
13:00
On the way, we will stop in Kyzyl-Tuu, also known as the village of felt masters. Here, we will visit a local family and learn how traditional Kyrgyz yurts are assembled. Afterwards, we will enjoy lunch with the family.
15:00
After lunch, we will visit a local golden eagle hunter in Bokonbaevo. Then, we will continue to the famous Skazka Canyon, also called Fairy Tale Canyon. The canyon is famous for its colorful rock formations shaped by wind and rain.
Later, if time allows, we will relax near the lake and spend some free time at Kaji-Sai beach.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kaji-Sai
DAY 2 — BOKONBAEVO – SON-KUL
09:00
After breakfast at the guesthouse, we will drive to Son-Kul Lake, one of the most beautiful alpine lakes in Kyrgyzstan.
13:00
Upon arrival, the hosts of the yurt camp will welcome us with traditional Kyrgyz hospitality and offer a taste of the national drink “Kumys”.
After lunch, we will explore the area and walk along the lakeshore. In addition, guests can enjoy optional horseback riding to experience the lifestyle of Kyrgyz nomads.
In the evening, we will help prepare traditional Kyrgyz bread called “Boorsok”. Afterwards, we will enjoy dinner with fresh kaymak.
Accommodation: Traditional yurt camp at Son-Kul Lake
(4–6 people per yurt)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 — SON-KUL – BISHKEK
08:00
After breakfast at the yurt camp, we will leave Son-Kul Lake and begin our journey back to Bishkek.
13:00
On the way, we will stop in Tokmok for lunch with a local Dungan family.
15:00
After lunch, we will visit the ancient Burana Tower, one of the most important historical monuments of the Karakhanid Empire. We will also explore the nearby museum and archaeological site.
18:00
Arrival in Bishkek and transfer to your hotel.
Included/Excluded
- English speaking guide
- Transportation 4 WD
- Lodgings (1 night in Yurt Camp, 1 night in the guesthouse)
- Full board meal ( 2 breakfast, 3 lunch, 2 dinners)
- Entrance fees to Skazka canyon, Golden Eagle house, Burana Tower)
- Water 1 l per day
- Yurt Manufacturing show in Kizil-Tuu
- Insurance
- Personal Expenses
- Meals and Lodgings in Bishkek
- Horse riding(optional)
- Boorsok making master class(optional)
- Transfer payment commission (5%)
Amenities
Tour plan
08:00 On the first day of the 3-day Son-Kul and Yssyk-Kul tour, we will leave the city of Bishkek, we will go in the direction of Bokonbaevo along the southern part of the Issyk-Kul lake.
13:00 On the road we will stop in the village of the felt world – Kyzyl -Tuu, participate in assembling a nomadic yurt of a local family, and have lunch with this local family.
15:00 After lunch, visit the house of the golden eagle in Bokonbaevo on the way to the canyon “Skazka”. Then visit the “Skazka” canyon, where interesting faces of giant people formed from sand after rain, as if they are guarding these lands. On this day, If time will allow we will swim in the Yssyk-Kul lake and provide time on the Kaji-Sai beach
Lodging in a guesthouse in Kaji-Sai
09:00 After breakfast at the guesthouse, we will head towards Son-Kul Lake.
13:00 Upon arrival in Son-Kul, the owners of the yurt camp in Son-Kul will offer us to taste the national drink “Kumys”. We will spend the whole day in Son-Kul, we will walk around the area, we will make horseback riding. We will have lunch in special yurts, and go for a walk along the lake. On this day we will have the opportunity to ride on the horses (we should order in advance), to feel the spirit and hospitality of the nomadic peoples. In the evening, we will help to owners to make the national bread “boorsok”, and eat it during dinner with kaymak
Lunch/dinner and stay in yurts
(4-6 people in one room)
8:00 After breakfast in Son-Kul, we will leave Son-Kul and continue our tour in the direction of Bishkek.
13:00 We will arrive in the settlement of Tokmok to have a wonderful lunch at the local Dungan family
15:00 We will visit the Burana Tower in the old city of Karakhanids, «Tokmok», which was located on these lands. After visiting the museum near the tower, we will depart to Bishkek.
18:00 Upon arrival at Bishkek, we will deliver you to your hotel
