Guaranteed group tour. Issyk Kul | Private & Group packages
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Guaranteed group tour. Issyk Kul

Admin 3 25.02.2024

Description

from mid may till september 2024
8 Days | Bishkek, Cholpon-Ata, Jergalan, Karakol, Bokonbaevo, Osh, Sary-Tash, Sary Mogol
Min size of group 2-15 people max

Individual date is available on request
This fascinating eight-day tour to Kyrgyzstan practically eliminates the stereotypical tourist attractions. This tour is a rare opportunity for even the most skeptical to dive into the beauty of the mountains, inspired by the splendor of nature. You will enjoy the roads between cities and villages and pass through several mountain passes with breathtaking views. Your time in Kyrgyzstan will be the most glorious time of the year and you will remember this trip for the rest of your life.

Additional information

This fascinating eight-day tour to Kyrgyzstan practically eliminates the stereotypical tourist attractions. This tour is a rare opportunity for even the most skeptical to dive into the beauty of the mountains, inspired by the splendor of nature.

Exclusions

  • Early arrival night in Bishkek;
  • Single supply
  • Visa cost;
  • Personal travel insurance;
  • Flight tickets;
  • Alcohol and soft drinks;

Inclusions

  • 7 nights in twin room
  • Meals: as indicated in the program
  • Transportation for the whole journey
  • English speaking guide (except airport transfers on day 8)
  • Sightseeing tour program in all cities according to the schedule (including entrance fees to attractions and museums). Camera/video fees are not included and must be paid separately;
  • Mineral water (1 liter per person per day);
  • Flight tickets (Bishkek – Osh – Bishkek);
  • Eagle hunting show;
  • Boorsok Show jyrgalan

Accommodation

  • Bishkek – 2 nights B hotel  / Bridges
  • Jergalan – 1 night Guest house
  • Bokonbaevo – 1 night Home stay (B&B) / family run accommodation
  • Osh – 2 nights  Ethno Hotel / Cube hotel or similar
  • Sary Mogol – 1 night Yurts (4 people in one yurt)

Tour itinerary

Bishkek (40 km + 60 km) 

Early morning arrival in Bishkek. Meet at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Rest. Check in to the hotel at noon.
After lunch transfer to Ala Archa National Park (40 km). Enter a mountain gorge through which the fast-flowing Ala Archa River flows. The canyon is surrounded by high snow-capped peaks and steep forested slopes. Hike along the gorge. Return back to the Alpine Camp. Transfer to Bishkek.

Accommodation: 3-4 star hotel in Bishkek

Nutrition: lunch/dinner

Bishkek – Jergaran (450 km). 

Transfer from Bishkek to Jergaran. On the way, visit Burana Tower, a relic from the ancient city of Balasagin (XI-XIII).
Then, visit the Petroglyph Museum in Cholpon Ata. These paintings, said to date from 500 BC – 100 AD, depict wolves, long-horned ibexes, goats, horses, snow leopards, sacrifices and hunting scenes.
Upon arrival in Jelgaran, welcome to the Boulsok Show. Boorsok is a traditional Kyrgyz bread. Boorsok is a traditional Kyrgyz bread. You will see how Boorsok is made and participate in the process. Walk around the guesthouse with its large garden, see thoroughbred horses, cows, bulls, sheep and other animals, and if you wish you can even ride a horse.
Overnight at the guesthouse.

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Nutrition: Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Jergaran – karakol – Jeti Oguz – Bokombaevo (230 km) 

After breakfast, drive to Karakol and soon reach the northern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. The second largest saltwater lake after the Caspian Sea, Issyk-Kul is a basin in the Tien Shan Mountains. The vast depth, salinity and underground thermal activity combine to ensure that the lake never freezes. Lake Issyk-Kul is also the second largest alpine lake in the world after Lake Titicaca. Sightseeing tour (1-1½ hours): visit the wooden Russian Orthodox Church, Dungan Mosque and Prezhevalsky Museum.
Transfer to Jeti Oguz Pass (40 km). This beautiful gorge is famous not only for its coniferous forests, flowering attractions and ideal gorges for hiking, but also for its red and sandy formations known as ‘Seven Bulls’ and ‘Broken Heart’.
After the trek, transfer to Bokombaevo village to relax after a long day.

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Nutrition: Breakfast/Lunch/dinner

Bokonbayevo – Bishkek – Osh (320 km) 

After breakfast, visit an eagle hunting demonstration. This is a traditional hunting method of the Kyrgyz people. Continue to Bishkek.
Arrive in Bishkek in the afternoon. Lunch at a local cafe (own arrangement) and transfer to the airport for flight to Osh.
Upon arrival in Osh, meet the driver and transfer to the hotel.

Accommodation: 3-4 star hotel in Osh

Nutrition: Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Osh – city tour – Sary Mogol (220 km) 

City tour after breakfast. According to legend, Osh was founded long ago by King Suleiman and occupied an important position on the Great Silk Road trade route. Visit Suleiman Tu (Suleiman Mountain), the museum and Osh Bazaar (market in the same place as in the Silk Road era).
On the way, have lunch with a local family in Saritash. In the afternoon visit the village of Sary Mogol. It is a small village on the south side of the Alai Valley. The valley offers panoramic views of the mountains of the Pamir Plateau. Overnight at the Yurt.

Accommodation: Yurt camp

Nutrition: Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Sary Mogol – Osh (220 km) 

Free time in the morning. Take photos of Lenin and other mountains, explore yurt camps, drive to Osh.

Accommodation: 3-4 star hotel in Osh

Nutrition: Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Osh – Bishkek – city tour (15 km + 40 km) 

After breakfast fly to Bishkek. Meet your guide and driver at the airport and drive to Bishkek. City tour of Bishkek upon arrival. Visit Oak Park, Ala Too Square, Philharmonic Hall, Manas Statue, Victory Square and Eastern Market (Osh Bazaar).
Free time at leisure.

Accommodation: 3-4 star hotel in Bishkek

Nutrition: Breakfast/lunch/dinner

Bishkek – departure (40 km). 

Transfer to the airport. Fly back to your home country. End of service.
Breakfast.

Nutrition: Breakfast

Tour Map

Tour Prices

Prices per person
 1 person – $3490
2 persons – $1930
3 persons – $1625
Single supplement US$ 220
Prices are for 2024 in US$ per person, with discounted prices for larger groups available on request.

Available tour booking dates

  • Wednesday
    22 may, 2024
  • Thursday
    30 may, 2024

  • Saturday
    22 june, 2024
  • Sunday
    30 june, 2024

  • Monday
    22 july, 2024
  • Tuesday
    30 july, 2024

  • Thursday
    22 august, 2024
  • Friday
    30 august, 2024

Tour Booking






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