Discover the best of Kyrgyzstan through alpine lakes, mountain valleys, nomadic culture and breathtaking landscapes.
Airport pickup, Bishkek city tour, lunch in the capital, visit to the ancient Burana Tower and evening transfer to Issyk-Kul Lake.
08:00β10:00 Arrival at Manas International Airport. Meet your guide and transfer to the city.
10:00β11:00 Hotel check-in and time to refresh after the flight.
11:00β13:00 Guided Bishkek city tour including Ala-Too Square, Oak Park, Victory Square and the Philharmonic Hall.
13:00β14:00 Traditional Kyrgyz lunch in Bishkek.
14:00β15:30 Drive through the Chuy Valley toward Burana Tower.
15:30β17:00 Explore Burana Tower, ancient Balasagun, open-air petroglyphs and stone balbals.
17:00β19:30 Continue to Issyk-Kul Lake with scenic mountain views along the way.
19:30β20:30 Dinner at the hotel.
20:30 onwards Free time and overnight on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul.
Relax on the shores of Issyk-Kul, enjoy optional boat trips, local cuisine and stunning alpine scenery.
08:00 Breakfast overlooking Issyk-Kul Lake.
09:00β11:00 Relax on the beach or enjoy a lakeside walk.
11:00β13:00 Optional boat trip on Issyk-Kul.
13:00β14:00 Lunch at a local restaurant.
14:00β17:00 Free time for swimming, photography and exploration of nearby villages.
17:00β19:00 Sunset views over the lake.
19:00 Dinner.
Overnight: Issyk-Kul.
Explore the famous Seven Bulls red rock formations, panoramic viewpoints and the waterfalls of Barskoon Gorge.
08:00 Breakfast.
09:00 Departure toward Jeti-Oguz Gorge.
10:00β12:00 Explore the famous Seven Bulls rock formations and panoramic viewpoints.
12:00β13:00 Lunch in the gorge.
13:00β15:00 Continue to Barskoon Gorge.
15:00β17:00 Visit waterfalls and forest trails.
17:00β18:30 Scenic drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul.
19:00 Dinner and overnight.
Walk through the colorful Fairytale Canyon and discover the dramatic landscapes of Issyk-Kul's southern shoreline.
08:00 Breakfast overlooking Issyk-Kul.
09:00 Departure toward Skazka Canyon.
10:00β12:30 Hiking through Skazka (Fairytale) Canyon, exploring colorful sandstone formations shaped by wind and erosion.
12:30β13:30 Picnic lunch with views of Issyk-Kul.
13:30β15:00 Continue along the scenic southern shore of the lake.
15:00β17:00 Photo stops at panoramic viewpoints and hidden beaches.
17:00β18:30 Relaxation time at the guesthouse or lakeside.
19:00 Traditional dinner featuring local cuisine.
Overnight: South Shore of Issyk-Kul.
Travel via Kochkor and Kyzart Pass to the legendary alpine lake Song-Kol. Enjoy horseback riding and traditional yurt life.
07:30 Breakfast and departure.
08:30β10:30 Drive through Kochkor Valley.
10:30β11:30 Visit Kochkor village and local handicraft workshops.
11:30β12:30 Lunch in Kochkor.
12:30β15:00 Scenic drive through Kyzart Pass toward Song-Kol.
15:00 First panoramic views of Song-Kol Lake at 3016 m.
16:00 Arrival at traditional yurt camp.
17:00β18:30 Optional horseback riding across alpine pastures.
19:00 Traditional nomadic dinner.
20:00β21:00 Sunset over Song-Kol and evening around the camp.
Overnight: Traditional yurt camp.
Spend a full day at Song-Kol Lake exploring nomadic culture, horseback riding and mountain landscapes.
07:30 Breakfast in the yurt camp.
08:30β10:30 Morning walk along the shores of Song-Kol Lake.
10:30β12:30 Horseback riding through mountain pastures and shepherd settlements.
12:30β13:30 Traditional lunch with a local nomadic family.
13:30β16:00 Free time for photography, hiking or relaxing by the lake.
16:00β17:30 Learn about Kyrgyz nomadic traditions and yurt culture.
17:30β19:00 Sunset photography session.
19:00 Farewell dinner at the yurt camp.
21:00 Stargazing under one of Central Asia's clearest night skies.
Overnight: Traditional yurt camp.
Return through Kochkor to Bishkek with lunch on the way. Airport transfer according to departure schedule.
08:00 Breakfast at Song-Kol.
09:00 Departure from the yurt camp.
09:00β12:00 Drive through mountain valleys toward Kochkor.
12:00β13:00 Lunch stop en route.
13:00β16:00 Continue to Bishkek through the scenic Boom Gorge.
16:00β17:00 Arrival in Bishkek and free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
According to flight schedule Transfer to Manas International Airport.
End of Tour.