Multi Day Trips Issyk Kul Region

Issyk Kul Region Multi-Day Tours

Discover the captivating beauty of the Issyk-Kul Region, Kyrgyzstan’s gem, with these multi-day trip suggestions:

  1. 7-Day Circle Tour around Issyk-Kul Lake:

    • Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek. City tour and orientation. Overnight stay in Bishkek.
    • Day 2: Travel to Ala-Too Inbesheevo Gorge, visit Burana Tower and Balbansky Stone Graves. Overnight stay in Cholpon-Ata.
    • Day 3: Full day excursion to the Issyk-Kul Lake. Visit Rukh Ordo cultural complex, Djety-Oguz Gorge, and Fairy Tale Canyon. Overnight stay in Cholpon-Ata.
    • Day 4: Drive to Karakol town. Visit the Russian Orthodox Church, Museum of Przhevalsky, and Dungan mosque. Overnight stay in Karakol.
    • Day 5: Journey to Jeti-Oguz Gorge and Bokonbaeva’s Eagle Hunter’s Village. Overnight stay in the nearby yurt camp.
    • Day 6: Trek to Altyn-Arashan gorge. Hot springs, waterfalls, and beautiful alpine landscapes await! Overnight stay in Altyn-Arashan yurt camp.
    • Day 7: Return to Bishkek for departure.

  2. 10-Day Nomadic Experience:

    • Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek. City tour and orientation. Overnight stay in Bishkek.
    • Day 2: Drive to Song-Kul Lake. Spend the night in a traditional yurt camp.
    • Day 3: Continue to Jeti-Oguz Gorge, visit Fairy Tale Canyon and Bokonbaeva’s Eagle Hunter’s Village. Overnight stay in a yurt camp near Jeti-Oguz.
    • Day 4: Drive to Karakol town. Visit the Russian Orthodox Church, Museum of Przhevalsky, and Dungan mosque. Overnight stay in Karakol.
    • Day 5: Travel to Tash Rabat, a stone caravanserai on the ancient Silk Road. Spend the night in a yurt camp near Tash Rabat.
    • Day 6: Drive back to Naryn city. Overnight stay in Naryn.
    • Day 7: Explore Son-Kul Lake again and enjoy a nomadic lifestyle with a local family.
    • Day 8: Travel to Tamga village on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Overnight stay in Tamga.
    • Day 9: Full day excursion to Cholpon-Ata, visit Rukh Ordo cultural complex and enjoy the beach. Overnight stay in Cholpon-Ata.
    • Day 10: Return to Bishkek for departure.

Tips for Your Multi-Day Trip:

  • Pack appropriate clothing for various weather conditions, as temperatures can fluctuate significantly.
  • Bring hiking boots and a good quality backpack for day trips.
  • Always carry sunscreen, water, and snacks when traveling to remote areas.
  • Respect local customs and traditions, particularly when visiting religious sites or nomadic families.
  • Consider hiring a guide for off-the-beaten-path destinations to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.