6 days summer hiking tour Kyrgyzstan

6 days summer hiking tour Kyrgyzstan

Discover the Best of Kyrgyzstan Nature

This Kyrgyzstan summer hiking tour combines alpine lakes, mountain hiking, nomadic culture, and breathtaking landscapes. During the journey, you will explore Son-Kul Lake, Issyk-Kul Lake, Altyn Arashan, and Jeti-Oguz Valley while enjoying authentic yurt stays and unforgettable hiking experiences.

In addition, this Kyrgyzstan summer hiking tour offers hot springs, waterfalls, canyon landscapes, and local cultural traditions.

Day 1 – Bishkek to Son Kul Lake

Upon arrival in Bishkek, your guide will meet you at the airport.

After breakfast, we will drive toward Son-Kul Lake through the scenic Kalmak Ashu Pass. Along the way, guests may see yaks grazing in the mountains.

Upon arrival at Son Kul Lake, we will enjoy lunch and free time near the lakeshore. Dinner will be served at the yurt camp.

Accommodation: Silk Road Yurt Camp at Son Kul Lake (4 pax accommodation, shared bathroom outside)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2 – Son Kul to Cholpon-Ata

After breakfast, we will continue this Kyrgyzstan summer hiking tour toward Cholpon-Ata on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.

Later, guests will enjoy free time at the beach and a relaxing cruise on Issyk Kul Lake.

Accommodation: Guesthouse Tan Nuru in Cholpon-Ata
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 – Altyn Arashan Hiking Adventure

After breakfast, we will drive to Karakol.

Following lunch, we will begin our hike toward Altyn Arashan, one of the most beautiful alpine valleys in Kyrgyzstan.

Here, guests will visit natural mineral hot springs surrounded by mountains and forests. Afterwards, there will be time to relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the gorge.

Accommodation: Guesthouse or Yurt Camp Elza in Altyn Arashan
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Jeti Oguz Valley Hiking

After breakfast, we will hike down from Altyn Arashan and continue toward Jeti-Oguz Valley.

After lunch at the yurt camp, we will hike to Maiden Braid Waterfall. In addition, we will see the famous “Broken Heart” rock and the legendary “Seven Bulls” formations.

Accommodation: Golden Yurt Camp in Jeti Oguz
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 – Barskoon Gorge & Skazka Canyon

After breakfast, we will travel along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake toward Bishkek.

First, we will stop in Barskoon Gorge to visit one of its waterfalls and see the monument dedicated to Yuri Gagarin.

Afterwards, we will continue to Skazka Canyon, also known as Fairy Tale Canyon.

Later, we will visit a local family in Kyzyl-Tuu village and watch a traditional yurt assembly demonstration while enjoying lunch with the family.

In the evening, arrival in Bishkek and farewell dinner.

Accommodation: 3★ Hotel Alpinist in Bishkek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 – Bishkek City Tour & Departure

After breakfast, we will enjoy a city tour in Bishkek.

During the excursion, we will visit Ala-Too Square, Victory Square, Osh Bazaar, the History Museum, and the Honour Guard ceremony.

After lunch at a local restaurant, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch