Explore Issyk-Kul Lake, Burana Tower, and Skazka Canyons. Enjoy horseback riding and yurt stays on this 3-day cultural adventure in Kyrgyzstan.
Bishkek - Burana Tower - Boom Gorge - Bokonbayev
Bishkek - Our guide will pick you up from your hotel to begin your unforgettable tour. We will take the path towards the Burana Tower, which is located in the small town of Tokmok (80 km from Bishkek or 50 miles). You will drive along the bypass road along the border with Kazakhstan and see the beautiful landscapes of the Tien Shan mountains. Tokmok is the second largest city. you can see some Soviet monuments and factories while driving through the city. Next, you will pass through several small but picturesque villages and will be able to see the life of local residents outside the capital.
Burana Tower - Our guide will show you local historical and ancient sights, you will be able to climb to the top of a historically ancient tower, from where you can see a beautiful view of the Chu Valley and the Tien Shan Mountains. You will also see a small museum where various historical objects and archaeological artifacts are presented, as well as an open-air museum, which contains ancient tombstones, stones and military monuments and other interesting historical objects found on the territory of our country.
Bokonbayevo - You will have a conversation with an eagle trainer, he will tell you how to catch, train, care for eagles and much more.
You can hold and take a photo with the eagle
Tong - After the first day of travel, we will arrive at our yurt camp, try a delicious dinner and spend the night in a yurt on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.
Yurt camp - Canyon Skazka - Barskoon Waterfall - Jeti Oguz - Karakol
Tong - In the morning we will have breakfast in the yurt and head further to Skazka Canyon.
Jeti-Oguz Canyon (Seven Bulls Rocks) - Jety-Oguz is a mountain gorge with picturesque red rocks, located 30 km southwest of the Kyrgyz city of Karakol. The river of the same name flows through the gorge, which originates on the northern slope of the high Terskey Ala-Too ridge. The name of the gorge is translated from the Kyrgyz language as “seven bulls”.
Karakol - After a second enchanting day, we will relax at a natural hot spring surrounded by rocky mountains. Afterwards we will have a delicious dinner in a good restaurant and an overnight stay in a 3-star hotel.
Karakol - Grigoriev gorge - Semyonov Gorge - Cholpon-Ata - Bishkek
Karakol - Karakol is the administrative center of the Issyk-Kul region. The city is located at the mouth of the Karakol River in the eastern part of the Issyk-Kul depression, at the foot of Terskey Ala-Too at an altitude of 1770 m above sea level. The city is located just 13 km from the coast of Lake Issyk-Kul. Karakol is connected to the capital by a good quality highway 403 km long.
The attractions of Karakol include a memorial complex-museum with the grave of the Russian traveler-explorer of Central Asia N.M. Przhevalsky and a monument located 12 km from the city, on the high shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. It is worth visiting the city park with unique alleys of Tien Shan firs, founded by military doctor and active public figure N.M. Barsov in 1895. In Karakol, a Dungan mosque built of wood in 1912 and a wooden Orthodox church from the last quarter of the 19th century have survived to this day. Karakol is famous for one of the largest bazaars in the country and many souvenir shops and stalls.
Grigoryevka - The Grigorievskoye Gorge is considered one of the most famous attractions of Issyk-Kul. The sweet smell of pine trees, green mountain slopes, the sound of a mountain river, and alpine lakes lure tourists vacationing in Issyk-Kul. The most beautiful Tien Shan spruces grow in this gorge.
Cholpon Ata - The highlight of the tour is to enjoy the high mountain lake by boat. Breathe the sea air, look at the beautiful rocky and snowy mountains and also swim in the beautiful Issyk Kul Lake. There will be a short break for swimmers to dive into the cool, clear water (life jackets provided).
we will visit the Historical Museum Rukh Ordo, where you can learn about the history of the country, and also visit the open-air petroglyph museum, where you will find stone paintings dated to the era. 8th-6th centuries BC. up to 3-4 centuries AD The area of stone paintings is located at the foot of the Kungey Alatau ridge, offering a beautiful view of the entire lake.
Bishkek - We will arrive in the city at 9-10 pm, your driver and guide will take you to your hotel (not included in the price). This is the end of our busy but amazing tour, thank you very much!
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
This exclusive three-day tour of the Issyk-Kul Lake area caters to those who seek both cultural experiences and adventure. Uncover the secrets of the ancient Burana Tower, journey through the awe-inspiring Konorchek and Skazka Canyons, enjoy a horseback ride with stunning lake vistas, and stay overnight in a comfortable yurt. With dedicated transportation and a private guide, this tour aims to showcase Kyrgyzstan’s breathtaking landscapes and rich traditions.
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