Top fantastic locations in Kyrgyzstan.

This is a route of contrasts and depth:
in one trip, you'll see nomadic life on the jailoo (pasture), high mountain passes, a warm lake, and canyons of unusual shapes. The program is designed so there's no rush—we'll have time to experience the places.
This tour is perfect for those who want to see the real Kyrgyzstan—large-scale, natural, diverse, and very atmospheric.

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Tour program of "Top fantastic locations in Kyrgyzstan."

Duration: 10 days / 9 nights

Tour type: Nature + cultural

Accommodation: Hotel/yurt camp

Tour price: $2,200 per participant

  • Accommodation
  • Meals at the accommodation
  • Horseback riding (one-time)
  • Transfer
  • Entrance fees
Day 1: Bishkek → Son Kol
8:00 AM — Departure from Bishkek to the historic Burana Tower.
10:30 AM — Arrival at Burana Tower, located 12 km from Tokmok. Built in the 11th century, the tower served as a minaret and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A short walk around the tower grounds.
12:00 PM — Continue to Kok Moinok Canyon. This colorful and captivating place attracts many tourists and explorers. Formed nearly 1.5 million years ago by tectonic shifts and fluctuations in the water level of ancient Lake Issyk-Kul, the canyons are composed primarily of red clay and sandstone. Hot winds have created bizarre shapes that are captivating at first glance.
2:00 PM — After a walk through the canyons, we continue toward Naryn. We'll stop for lunch along the way. We'll approach the high-mountain lake Son Kol from the Kalmak-Ashuu Pass (3,447 m). The landscape changes as we approach the lake.
6:00 PM — We arrive at the location.
7:00 PM — Dinner. After dinner, free time to stroll along the lakeshore, take photos and videos, and admire the beautiful sunset if the weather is clear.
10:00 PM — Overnight stay in heated yurts, 5-6 beds per yurt.
Day 2: Son-Kol (introduction to nomadic culture)
8:00–22:00 We spend the entire day at Son Kol Lake. The lake itself is located at an altitude of 3,016 meters above sea level. For centuries, it has been used as a summer pasture (jailoo) with a unique ecosystem. The lake is 29 km long and 17 km wide. The average depth is 8 meters. Here you can organize lake walks, take photos and videos, and, in warm weather, swim in the azure water. You can also rent horses and ride them. Learn about the nomadic culture of the Kyrgyz people.
Day 3: Son-Kol → Tash Rabat
8:00 AM — Breakfast. After breakfast, we head towards the historical site of Tash Rabat. It is also located in the Naryn region. We will reach it via the 33 Parrot Pass (a winding, serpentine road).
3:00 PM — Arrive at the Tash Rabat Tower. Built of stone in the 9th and 10th centuries, Tash Rabat was originally a Nestorian monastery. It is located on the banks of the Tash Rabat River, at an altitude of 3,500 m. In the 15th century, the fortress began to be reconstructed and for a long time served as a refuge for traders, pilgrims, and travelers. It is believed that it protected against attacks by highway robbers, as it is practically invisible behind the hills.
7:00 PM — Dinner. After the tour of Tash Rabat, free time. You can stroll along the river or relax in a yurt. 22:00 – Overnight stay in yurts.
Day 4: Tash Rabat → Kel-Suu
8:00 AM — After breakfast, we head to the famous mountain pearl of Kel Suu, through the Kok-Kiya Valley, which attracts many tourists from all over the world.
10:00 AM — Border crossing.
12:00 PM — Arrival in the Kok-Kiya Valley.
1:00 PM — Lunch.
2:00 PM — Rest. Walk through the valley. The lake is located on the border with China, at an altitude of 3,500 m. The name itself means "receding water." This means that in winter, water seeps through caves at the bottom of the lake. And in the spring, when the snow begins to melt, it refills. From June to September, the lake takes on a turquoise hue and is especially beautiful in clear weather. Boat rides are available on the lake. You can walk to the lake or hire a horse. After lunch, we arrive at the location.
7:00 PM — Dinner. We check into the yurt. Free time after dinner.
10:00 PM — Overnight in heated yurts.
Day 5: Kel-Suu
8:00 AM — After breakfast, we set off on a 7-kilometer hike (or horseback ride) to the magical Kel-Suu Lake, one of the most beautiful and secluded places in Kyrgyzstan.
12:30 PM — Arrive at Kel-Suu Lake. Surrounded by high cliffs and turquoise water, this high-mountain lake looks like it came straight out of a sci-fi film.
Enjoy the silence, take photos, and breathe in the fresh mountain air. There are also opportunities to go boating and explore caves.
1:30 PM — Lunch.
4:00 PM — In the evening, we return to our yurt camp, where you'll have the opportunity to photograph the sunset or even the starry night sky, which is simply breathtaking at this altitude.
7:00 PM — Dinner, free time.
10:00 PM — Overnight in heated yurts.
Day 6: Kok-Kiya valley → village Bokonbaevo
8:00 AM — We leave the mountains behind and begin our descent to Lake Issyk-Kul. Along the way, the landscape quickly changes from rocky canyons to green fields and open skies.
1:00 PM — Lunch
2:00 PM — In the afternoon, we'll visit a local eagle hunter in Bokonbaevo. He'll show us how nomads traditionally hunt with golden eagles—a skill passed down from generation to generation.
6:00 PM — In the evening, we'll arrive at the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, the "Pearl of Central Asia." Free time.
10:00 PM — Overnight in a cozy guesthouse.
Day 7: Jety-Oguz valley → Kara-kol city
8:00 AM — Today is a day filled with natural wonders!
11:00 AM — First, we'll stop at the Fairytale Canyon (Skazka), where wind and rain have carved the red rocks into wondrous shapes.
2:00 PM — Then we'll head to the famous Jeti-Oguz Gorge, known for its bright red rock formations like the "Seven Bulls" and "Broken Heart." You'll hear local legends and have time to take photos.
4:00 PM — We'll also visit the Kok-Zhaik Pasture, a lush valley perfect for short hikes.
7:00 PM — In the evening, we'll arrive in Karakol, a charming town with a mix of Russian and Kyrgyz heritage.
10:00 PM — Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Kara-kol city → Altyn-Arashan valley
8:00 AM — After breakfast from Karakol, we head to one of the most beautiful gorges, Altyn Arashan. It's rich in hot springs. Getting there won't be easy; most people take all-terrain vehicles, known as "loaves." It's an 8-10 km hike uphill, making it a challenging route for beginners. We recommend hiring an all-terrain vehicle.
1:00 PM — We arrive at the yurt camp. After lunch, free time for photo sessions, relaxing in the hot springs, and strolling through the gorge.
7:00 PM — Dinner, free time. Horseback riding is possible.
10:00 PM — Overnight in yurts
Day 9: Kara-kol city → Chon-Kemin valley
8:00 AM — After breakfast, we head to Karakol and immediately travel along the northern shore of Issyk-Kul, stopping in one of the Semenovskoye or Grigoryevskoye gorges.
12:00 PM — Lunch. Along the way, stops for photos and videos.
4:00 PM — Late in the evening, we arrive at Chong Kemin National Park, a picturesque valley, river, and nature park located in the Chui region of Kyrgyzstan, approximately 150 km east of Bishkek. The valley is located between the Kyungoy-Ala-Too and Zailiysky Alatau mountain ranges, near the border with Kazakhstan. It is a popular ecotourism destination.
7:00 PM — Dinner. Free time.
10:00 PM — Overnight in one of the guesthouses.
Day 10: Chon-Kemin valley → Bishkek
8:00 AM — After breakfast, free time until departure to Bishkek. Chon-Kemin is often visited for horseback riding, hiking, and relaxing in guesthouses in the valley. You can rent horses and enjoy horseback riding along the river and through pine forests. You can also sample national cuisine, relax in yurts, and learn about Kyrgyz traditions.
1:00 PM — Lunch.
4:00 PM — Departure to Bishkek
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