Explore Kyrgyzstan

Breakfast in the hotel.

Our journey begins with a visit of the Burana Tower, an ancient minaret in the Chuy Valley in the north part of Kyrgyzstan. The tower with funerary monuments, earthworks, remains of the castle and three mausoleums – that’s all what last out of the ancient Balasagyn town that was
founded by Karakhanids at the end of the ninth century.

Lunch in the Iskra village with Dungan family, the ethnicity of Chinese Muslims who had to flee China. You taste their national cuisine.
Then departure to Issyk Kul, the largest lake in Kyrgyzstan and one of the deepest in the world.

We drive you to the hotel located on the lake shore. First location at Issyk-Kul lake is visit the petroglyph museum. The 42 hectares of the museum are dotted with stones, tombs, balbals and various petroglyphs dated from the 2nd millennium BC until the 4th century AD.

Free time. You can rest on the beach and swim in the lake.

Dinner in the restaurant.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch.

Accommodation: Lakeside Resort.

Hotel/Other Details: Lakeside Resort.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast at hotel.

Next location is Grigoriev and Semienov gorges. Picnic or lunch in the café on the road. 

Grigoriev and Semienov gorges are considered as one of the most famous attractions of the Issyk Kol region. You can go for a walk, enjoy the wild nature around you and spend a nice time in this beautiful place.

After departure to Karakol, the administrative center of the Issyk-Kol region. Visits in Karakol:
- Russian Orthodox cathedral
- Dungan mosque

You have dinner in the local restaurant and you have a rest in the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch.

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 3*

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch

After breakfast, we set off from Karakol toward the breathtaking Jeti Oguz Gorge, where nature greets us with the striking red cliffs of the famous “Broken Heart.” Standing at the entrance to the gorge, this dramatic rock formation sets a romantic and mysterious tone for our visit. We’ll enjoy a leisurely hour-long walk, surrounded by fresh mountain air and sweeping views.

Our journey continues to the scenic Barskoon Gorge, a place celebrated for its cascading waterfalls. Among them, the enchanting “Tears of the Snow Leopard” captures both beauty and legend. Midway through the gorge, we’ll come across a unique monument dedicated to Yuri A.
Gagarin, the world’s first cosmonaut, standing proudly amid the rugged landscape.

Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner.

Accommodation: Guesthouse.

Hotel/Other Details: Guesthouse.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner

After breakfast, we head towards Kochkor village and pass by the south shore of the lake. On the road we visit the Skazka canyons which translate as the “Fairy Tale”. Here you can find objects of surprising shapes and sizes. A real skyscraper or an animal can appear in front of you.

Next, we meet an eagle hunter with his bird. You can appreciate the alertness and speed of the bird during the hunting. It is one of the oldest traditions of Kyrgyz nomads.

Lunch in the guesthouse or café.

Our next stop is Kyzyl Tuu village where the local family reveals the secrets of yurt production.

This family is engaged in this unique art from generation to generation.

Continue to Kochkor. Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Hotel/Other Details: Guesthouse

Meal Plan: Breakfast lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, we journey along winding mountain roads, climbing higher into the heart of Kyrgyzstan’s wild beauty until we reach the Kalmak Ashu Pass (3,447 m). From this lofty vantage point, Son Kul Lake shimmers in the distance, appearing like a small turquoise jewel set
in the vast highland plains.

As we descend toward the lake, its true grandeur unfolds — an expansive, dazzling mirror of sky surrounded by rolling green pastures. Upon arrival at our yurt camp, we are welcomed with the warmth and hospitality of the nomads, discovering their centuries-old traditions, way of life, and deep connection to the land. In the evening, we share a hearty dinner before spending the night in authentic yurts under a sky thick with stars.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Accommodation: Yurt camp.

Note: 4 people per yurt. Toilets, shower and sauna are outside.

Hotel/Other Details: Yurt camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast lunch and Dinner

Spend the morning soaking in all the beauty of Song Kul Lake.

We set out for the scenic Chon-Kemin Valley, with a stop in the charming village of Kochkor. Here, we discover the rich tradition of felt-making, an art deeply woven into Kyrgyz culture. Guided by skilled local artisans, we take part in a hands-on workshop, crafting our own
miniature ala-kiyiz — the colorful, patterned felt carpet beloved by nomads for generations. Opt for a stroll through the tranquil village, surrounded by sweeping mountain views. Later enjoy savoring a freshly prepared traditional dinner — a perfect ending to a day of culture and
beauty.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner.

Accommodation: Guesthouse.

Hotel/Other Details: Guesthouse

Meal Plan: Breakfast lunch and Dinner

Our journey to Bishkek takes us through the fertile Chuy Valley, framed by gentle hills and distant mountain peaks.

Upon arrival in the capital, enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace. You may wish to browse the bustling local markets or charming souvenir shops — the perfect chance to pick up unique gifts and mementos of your Kyrgyz adventure.

Farewell dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner.

Accommodation: Hotel 3*

Hotel/Other Details: Hotel 3*

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner

Breakfast at the hotel. Check-out at the 12:00. Departure at any time. End of the service.

Meals included: breakfast.

Meal Plan: Breakfast