This cultural tour in Kyrgyzstan is an opportunity to discover the ancient Silk Road, experience traditional nomadic life, and visit a variety of historical monuments.
The tour can take you to the beautiful Issyk-Kul Lake, the second largest mountain lake in the world and to another beauty of majestic Tien Shan Mountains. During the tour, you can take part in many activities such as horseback riding and trekking, visit local villages, and explore archaeological sites. Furthermore, you will have an opportunity to experience nomadic life sleeping at the yurt.
You can also sample the local cuisine and explore the vibrant bazaars and markets.
This tour is a great option for those wanting to experience an unforgettable cultural and natural journey!
4* hotels, guesthouses, yurt camps
(1-3 people 4WD jeep car, 4-8 people Minibus)
Entrance fees and shows
Meal - breakfasts and lunches
(starting from 4 people)
in Son Kol
Any extra services in the hotels
Health and travel insurance is required
After arrival, have a rest at the hotel and we start a guided city tour. We will be around Victory Square, Oak Park with stone sculptures, the Old Square, the Parliament, the White House, Ala Too Square and visit the Historical Museum among others. On the first day we will also visit the Asian Bazaar, which is a oriental market with fruit, vegetable and meat stalls. Here you can buy felted shoes and pillows, scarves and much more. Take free time, walk around and explore. In the evening we visit a restaurant where you will taste national dishes. Overnight in a hotel.
🏠 4* Hotel
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
The first point of the day is the Burana Tower, which dates back to the 11th century. Burana Tower is located in ancient Balasagun city, which was an important town on the Silk Road where many caravans stopped on their way from China to the Mediterranean Sea. The area is an open-air museum with Burana Tower, Balbals - small warriors carved out of stone, remains of mounds and small museum of archeological artifacts.
Drive via the beautiful Boom Gorge to the Issyk-Kul Lake. Lake Issyk-Kul is the largest mountain lake in Central Asia. Issyk Kul is 180 kilometers long and 60 kilometers wide and is located 1600 meters above sea level. After arrival, in Cholpon Ata and see the famous petroglyphs, created 2000 years ago. The afternoon is dedicated to relaxing and swimming on the beach. In summer the water is about 22 degree
Driving distance - 240 km
🏠 Hotel
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
This morning we will drive to the town of Jety Oguz Gorge. The road there goes through a beautiful section on the north side of the lake. On the way we will drive up to the beautiful gorge of Chong Ak Suu and Kyrchyn. At the very east tip of Lake Issyk-Kul is the regional center of Karakol, where we will have lunch and a city tour. The road to our guest house goes via the famous Broken Heart and Jeti Oguz Rocks, which means Seven Bulls. Here we climb the observation deck and listen to the legend of the gorge with its distinctive red rock formations. Then we enter a beautiful valley, where Kyrgyz nomads have their nomads with cattle, horses, and sheep and live in felt yurts all summer long. Tonight we will spend the night in a guest house.
Driving distance - 200 km
🏠 Guest house
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
The trip continues on the south side of Lake Issyk Kul. It's a beautiful journey with snow-capped mountains on one side and a blue lake on the other. On the way to Kochkor we visit a Kyrgyz family of traditional hunters with golden eagles. You will listen to the story of eagle hunting.
We continue along the lake and through the green valley to the village of Kochkor. Kochkor is famous for its Kyrgyz traditional felt carpets called “Shyrdak”. Today we will pay a visit to a women's collective organization. Members of the collective will show the process of making carpets. Later, visit their small brand shop and museum, where handicrafts from the surrounding villages. There is an opportunity to buy handmade souvenirs made by local masters. Night in a guest house.
Driving distance - 260 km
🏠 Guest house
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Today we will continue to Son Kul Lake, the land of amazing sunsets and pure nomadic culture. Driving through high and very diverse mountains and pastures with horses, sheep and cows will bring us incredible Son-Kul Lake, 3,000 meters above sea level. Nomads come every summer to use the surrounding as a pasture to graze cattle. In the afternoon we arrive at our yurt camp.
You can take a short walk around the area or take a swim in the lake. The water can be cold enough to freshen up. The rest of the day is free to explore the area.
Driving distance - 160 km
🏠 Yurt camp
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Son-Kul lake is very beautiful and the nature around the lake is completely unspoiled. We have a full day for hiking and visiting nomads. We climb to the top of the hill to enjoy the beautiful panorama of the lake. The hospitable nomads might have invited us for Kymyz - mare's milk, which is a part of respectable culture. We get a glimpse of nomadic traditions. In the afternoon, we can rent a horse and ride along the lake. We will stay overnight in our yurt camp.
Driving distance - 240 km
🏠 Yurt camp
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 7. Son Kul Lake - Bishkek
In the morning we will drive up to the 33 Parrots Pass at an altitude of 3,400 meters. After passing the summit we can enjoy the beautiful descent to the foot of the mountain. Go on toward Kochkor village. After lunch, continue to Bishkek. Free time before farewell dinner.
Driving distance - 330 km
🏠Hotel
🍽 Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Day 8. Bishkek departure day
Transfer to the airport for the flight home.
🍽 Breakfast