Canyon trails, eagle hunting, a horseback waterfall excursion and Altyn-Arashan
About this trip
Depart Bishkek for Kok-Moinok and Ak-Sai Canyons, then continue along Issyk-Kul’s southern shore to Bokonbaevo. Visit Skazka Canyon, Jeti-Oguz and Kok-Jaiyk, where the itinerary includes a horseback excursion to the waterfall. Continue to Karakol and Altyn-Arashan for a 4x4 mountain transfer and overnight stay before returning to Bishkek.
The tour includes four nights, meals listed by day, airport transfers coordinated with flight details, listed entrance fees, and the activities described in the programme.
Where you'll stay
A five-day Kyrgyzstan group adventure featuring Son-Kul, Issyk-Kul, Altyn-Arashan, an eagle hunting demonstration and a horseback journey toward Ala-Kul Pass.
A 7-day Kyrgyzstan group adventure featuring Ala-Archa, Chon-Kemin, Issyk-Kul, Kok-Jaiyk and Altyn-Arashan, with horseback activities and an eagle hunting demonstration.
From
USD 700
| Days | Stay |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Accommodation in Bokonbaevo |
| Day 2 | Accommodation in Kok-Jaiyk |
| Day 3 | Accommodation in Karakol |
| Day 4 | Mountain accommodation, Altyn-Arashan |
Day by day
Open each day for the route, experiences and overnight details.
Day 1
Depart Bishkek in the morning, visit Kok-Moinok Canyon and continue to Ak-Sai Canyon. Follow Issyk-Kul’s southern shore and arrive in Bokonbaevo for the night.
Day 2
Watch a morning eagle hunting demonstration in Bokonbaevo. Explore Skazka Canyon and Jeti-Oguz Valley, then continue to Kok-Jaiyk for a horseback excursion to the waterfall.
Day 3
Drive from Kok-Jaiyk to Karakol. Visit the Dungan Mosque, explore the Russian Orthodox Cathedral and historic streets, then check in for the night.
Day 4
Travel from Karakol by 4x4 along the mountain road to Altyn-Arashan. Explore the valley and enjoy free time among the alpine scenery.
Day 5
Descend from Altyn-Arashan to Karakol by 4x4, then continue toward Bishkek. Arrive in the evening; the airport transfer is coordinated with your flight.
The essentials
Before you go
Questions, answered
The brochure meal plan is included: Day 1 lunch and dinner; Days 2–5 breakfast, lunch and dinner. Please share dietary requirements before booking.
The brochure includes a driver and tour guide, main tour transport, return 4x4 transfers between Karakol and Altyn-Arashan, and airport transfers coordinated with flight details. The proposed guide language is English. A local horse handler is included for the Kok-Jaiyk horseback excursion.
The brochure includes entrance fees for the listed canyons and Karakol religious sites. The eagle hunting demonstration and horseback excursion are also included as listed. Optional hot spring visits outside the programme are not included.
The proposed road departure from Bishkek is at 09:00 on Day 1. Airport pickup is coordinated with your confirmed flight details. The final airport transfer on Day 5 is also coordinated with your flight.
The proposed price is $700 per person in USD for the listed 2027 group departures, based on shared accommodation. It includes the itinerary, listed meals, driver and tour guide, main transport, return 4x4 transfers between Karakol and Altyn-Arashan, four nights of accommodation, the horseback excursion, eagle hunting demonstration, listed entrance fees, and airport transfers coordinated with flights. International flights, visas if required, personal travel insurance, personal purchases, additional activities, drinks outside meals, extra nights and a private-room supplement are not included.
Proposed payment terms: a 30% deposit ($210) reserves a place, with the remaining $490 due 30 days before departure. For bookings made within 30 days of departure, full payment is due when booking. Proposed cancellation terms: more than 30 days before departure, the deposit is retained; 15–30 days before departure, 50% of the total price is retained; fewer than 15 days before departure or a no-show, the full price is retained. Any documented non-refundable third-party costs are also deducted.
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USD 700 / person
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