7 days · Small groups · All seasons

Best of Kyrgyzstan
The mountains are calling.

Trade the ordinary for a week you'll talk about forever. Soak in Altyn Arashan's hot springs beneath 5,020-meter peaks, stand in awe of the red Seven Bulls, horseback-ride along the shore of Song-Kol, watch a berkutchi's golden eagle cut the Tien Shan sky. This is the trip that rewires your sense of wonder.

7
Days
6+
Locations
4.9★
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100%
Departures
Expert local guides
Max 10 travelers
Travel insurance included
Free cancellation 30 days
Day by day

Your week, mapped out.

Each day is paced for adventure and breath — long enough to go deep, slow enough to actually feel it.

Day 1
1

Bishkek → Issyk-Kul → Karakol

Boom Gorge · Issyk-Kul · 1,790 m

Meet at your hotel in Bishkek and depart toward the Issyk-Kul region. Lunch at a local restaurant in the scenic Boom Gorge. Catch your first views of Issyk-Kul — one of the world's largest alpine lakes — framed by the majestic Kyrgyz Ala-Too mountains. Continue the drive to Karakol. Dinner and overnight stay at a cozy guesthouse.

🏡 Guesthouse🍽 L&D📍 ~400 km
Day 2
2

Karakol → Altyn Arashan

Hot Springs · 2,600 m

After breakfast, transfer to Altyn Arashan Gorge by a classic Russian off-road vehicle (UAZ "Bukhanka"), approximately 2 hours. Upon arrival, lunch and relax in natural hot springs. Free time to explore the beautiful alpine valley surrounded by dramatic landscapes. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse with stunning views of the permanently snow-capped Palatka Peak (5,020 m).

♨️ Hot springs🚙 UAZ 4×4🗻 5,020 m peak
Day 3
3

Altyn Arashan → Zheti-Oguz → Karakol

Seven Bulls · 2,200 m

Return drive to Karakol in the morning. Visit the unique Dungan Mosque — a Chinese-Muslim pagoda in the heart of the city. Lunch at a local restaurant, then travel to the famous Jeti-Ögüz Gorge, known for its striking red sandstone formations called the "Seven Bulls." Optional walk through the green Kok-Jaiyk valley. Dinner and overnight in Karakol.

🕌 Dungan Mosque🥾 Kok-Jaiyk hike🏨 Hotel
Day 4
4

Karakol → Barskoon → Skazka → Bokonbaevo

Fairy Tale Canyon · South Shore

After breakfast, head toward the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Visit Barskoon Gorge with its picturesque waterfalls. Continue to Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon, famous for its colorful rock formations shaped by wind and time. After sightseeing, drive to Bokonbaevo. Dinner and overnight at a guesthouse.

💧 Waterfalls🏜 Skazka Canyon🏡 Guesthouse
Day 5
5

Bokonbaevo → Kochkor → Song-Kol

Yurt Camp · 3,016 m

In the morning, enjoy a traditional eagle hunting demonstration and learn about this ancient nomadic tradition. You may also try archery. Drive to Kochkor village for lunch and a visit to a local handicraft center. Continue the journey to Song-Kol Lake via the Kalmak-Ashu Pass (3,400 m). Arrival at the lake, dinner and overnight stay in a traditional yurt camp.

🦅 Eagle hunt🏹 Archery🏕 Yurt
Day 6
6

Song-Kol → Kok-Moinok → Chon-Kemin

Kok-Moinok Canyon · 1,500 m

After breakfast, take a horseback ride along the shores of Song-Kol Lake (around 2 hours). Then drive back toward the north. Lunch in Kochkor village. In Boom Gorge, visit Kok-Moinok Canyon — often compared to the Grand Canyon for its impressive landscapes. Short hike (~1 hour). Continue to Chon-Kemin Valley. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse.

🐎 Horseback🥾 Kok-Moinok hike🏡 Guesthouse
Day 7
7

Chon-Kemin → Burana → Bishkek

Silk Road · Departure

Drive back to Bishkek. Along the way, stop at the Burana Tower — a historical monument from the 10th century and an important site of the ancient Silk Road. Explore the minaret, stone balbals, and ruins of the old settlement. Arrival in Bishkek and end of the tour. We hope this journey through Kyrgyzstan leaves you with unforgettable memories!

🗼 Burana Tower🏛 Silk Road✈️ End of tour
What's in, what's out

Everything you need, nothing to worry about.

One transparent price. No surprise charges. No "additional fees." What you see is what you pay — and what you pay covers almost everything.

What's included

  • 6 nights accommodation (hotel, guesthouses, yurts)
  • All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
  • Private 4×4 transport for the entire trip
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Airport pickup & drop-off in Bishkek
  • Song-Kol horseback riding (~2 hrs)
  • Altyn Arashan hot springs access
  • Eagle hunting demo & archery
  • Kochkor handicraft center visit
  • Dungan Mosque & Burana Tower entries
  • All park fees, permits & entry tickets
  • Travel insurance for the duration

What's not included

  • International flights to / from Bishkek
  • Kyrgyzstan visa fees (if applicable)
  • Personal expenses & souvenirs
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips for guides & drivers (recommended 10%)
  • Optional activities not in the itinerary
  • Personal travel & medical insurance upgrades
Pack smart

What to bring.

Kyrgyzstan's weather swings from 30°C in valleys to snow at altitude — layers are your best friend. Pack light, dress smart.

20–30L daypack
Sturdy hiking shoes
Warm fleece & down jacket
Waterproof shell jacket
Camera + spare batteries
Personal first-aid kit
Passport (6+ months valid)
Power bank & headlamp
Sunglasses & SPF 50
Quick-dry towel
Cash (USD or KGS) for extras
Reusable water bottle
Group pricing

The more, the merrier. And the cheaper.

Solo traveler's premium is real — and worth it. But bring friends and the per-person rate drops fast. All prices in USD, per person.

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$1,900
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$1,700
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$1,300
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$1,100
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