Journey to Tosor Ashuu – Our Horseback Riding Adventure Begins!

After breakfast, a short transfer will bring us to the starting point of our horseback-riding expedition. Today we begin our journey toward the mighty Tosor Ashuu Pass. The trail leads across several smaller mountains and wide open pastures surrounded by alpine scenery.

It will be a demanding day, but the raw beauty of the landscape and the silence of the highlands make everystep worthwhile. We set up camp before reaching the pass and enjoy a well-deserved rest under a sky full of stars. In the evenings, we will wind down with a guided meditation and reflection session — a peaceful space to reconnect with yourself, process the day’s experiences, and realign your intentions. It’s a moment to breathe, slow down, and allow your heart to settle after a day of adventure and growth.

Accommodation: Shared Tent

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Today, we take on one of the most spectacular ascents of the journey — the mighty Tosor Ashuu Pass, rising almost 4,000 meters above sea level.

As we climb higher, the world opens beneath us. At the summit, we’re met with jaw-dropping views stretching across the shimmering Issyk-Kul Lake and the towering snow-capped peaks that surround it.
With every step, the air becomes crisper, the silence deeper, and the beauty more unreal.

Our descent winds through rugged mountain trails where majestic eagles glide overhead, and small hidden glaciers reveal themselves.

By evening, we arrive in the serene, remote Uch Emchek Valley, a place so peaceful it feels like time stands still. Here, we settle in for the night.

Accommodation: Shared Tent

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner 

Trailblazing Toward the Barskoon Gorge

After breakfast, we continue through Uch Emchek Valley, a land of small waterfalls, crystal-clear streams, and wild alpine meadows. Today’s route ascends gently before we begin our descent into Barskoon Gorge, one of the most beautiful valleys on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul.

Our drivers will be waiting at the end of the trail to take us to Tamga village, where a warm shower, a cozybed, and a traditional dinner await after all your hard work.

Accommodation: Shared Hotel

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Where Red Cliffs Rise: Adventure to Jety Oguz

After breakfast, drive toward Jety Oguz Valley, famous for its striking red rock formations known as the “SevenBulls.” Continue deeper into the valley for a short hike to the Maiden Braids Waterfall, surrounded by pineforests and mountain streams.

In the afternoon, continue to Karakol town, where we visit local markets and explore some of its charming historical sites before settling in for the night.

Accommodation: Shared Hotel

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner 

Today’s journey takes us along the dazzling northern shores of Issyk-Kul — where turquoise waters meet dramatic mountain walls. We’ll stop at the breathtaking Kyrchyn and Chon Ak Suu gorges, giving you time to wander through their striking landscapes, capture unforgettable photos, and soak in the powerful stillness of nature.

As the sun begins to set, we return to Bishkek for our special farewell dinner — a night filled with connection, gratitude, and the laughter of sisters who have shared a life-changing journey.

But the adventure doesn’t end there.

We continue into the enchanting Chunkurchak Gorge, where the warm, traditional atmosphere of the Supara Ethno Complex sets the scene for the perfect closing to your Kyrgyz expedition. Under soft lights and mountain air, we’ll gather to share reflections from the trip — the lessons learned, the moments that moved us, and the memories we’ll carry long after we leave these mountains.

A beautiful ending to an unforgettable adventure.

Accommodation: Shared Complex

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch & dinner 

Goodbyes to a Journey That Changed Us

Our time here together in Kyrgyzstan has finally come to an end. Amazing hikes, engrossing history, magnificent culture; we’ve had it all. But, above all else, our trip has been a truly once-in-a-lifetime adventure to a country that lies just off the tourist map! 

With stories and laughter that will unite us forever, there are bound to be some tears as we depart but, more importantly, we’ll be leaving with memories to last a lifetime. 

We advise you book a later flight so you can enjoy your day at the complex.

 Transfers to airport 

Meals included: Breakfast

You will fly into Bishkek Manas International Airport (FRU), where you will be met as you come through customs and transferred directly to your hotel. This transfer takes approximately 50–60 minutes, depending on traffic. We strongly recommend booking an early flight into Bishkek.

To make the most of your time with us, we also advise booking a late departure flight on your final day, allowing you to enjoy every moment until the very end of the trip.

On the final day, your journey concludes in Bishkek, where you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport for your departure flight home.

Arrival:
Arrive in the morning of 1st May into Bishkek (BSZ).

Return:

You can book your return flight any time on the 7th of May we advise booking a later flight

(Please do not book any flights until you have heard from us that this trip in confirmed. )

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Dear Traveller,
Thank you for booking a journey with Wanderlust Women. Our trips are intentionally designed to challenge, heal, and empower. Before we can release full details, we kindly ask you to carefully read, agree to, and sign the waiver and terms outlined below.

1. Acceptance of Risk

By Booking , you confirm that:

• You understand and accept the inherent risks associated with travel and expeditions, including but not limited to:
  

  • Physical injury or illness

  • Environmental hazards

  • Weather conditions

  • Travel disruptions

  • Political unrest or war

  • Cultural or linguistic barriers

  • Delays or cancellations due to force majeure events (e.g., war, natural disasters, flight issues)

You accept full responsibility for your own well-being and safety and agree to undertake this trip at your own risk. Wanderlust Women and its team members will not be held liable for any injury, illness, loss, damage, or delay arising during or as a result of your participation.

2. Trip Leadership

Each trip will have a dedicated Wanderlust Women Leader. This will usually be Amira, but in the event she cannot attend due to unforeseen circumstances, a qualified representative will take her place. Trip leadership is subject to change and is not a condition of participation.

3. Insurance

You are required to purchase valid travel insurance upon booking, covering:

• Trip cancellation

• Medical treatment

• Emergency evacuation

• Loss/theft of belongings

• High-risk adventure or expedition activities (where applicable)

Failure to provide insurance may result in being unable to join the trip. Wanderlust Women is not responsible for any costs incurred due to lack of insurance coverage.

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• It is your responsibility to check the visa, health, and vaccination requirements for the destination country.

• Please consult your local travel clinic or healthcare provider for vaccination advice.

• Entry refusals, missed flights, or denial of visas are your responsibility and not grounds for refunds.

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Please note the following terms regarding payments:

• Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable. This is because we pay our vendors and secure your space in advance.

• You may transfer your space to another person if you can no longer attend.

• Final payment is due 90 days before the trip begins.

• Cancellations within 90 days of the trip will not be refunded.

• Cancellations before 90 days will be reviewed, and a partial refund may be offered at our discretion.

• In the event of travel bans, wars, natural disasters, or pandemics, no refunds will be granted. Instead, the trip dates will be moved, and your booking will be transferred.

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• You are responsible for your behavior, belongings, and physical capacity to join this trip.

• This is a faith-based, inclusive space rooted in kindness, sisterhood, and respect. We reserve the right to remove any participant for behavior deemed unsafe, inappropriate, or harmful to the group dynamic.

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