Yurt stays, nomadic traditions, canyon landscapes and a horseback journey into the Tien Shan
About this trip
Travel from Bishkek through Kok-Moinok Canyon and Boom Gorge to Son-Kul for two nights beside the lake. Continue through Naryn and Ak-Sai Canyon to Bokonbaevo, then follow Issyk-Kul’s southern shore to Skazka Canyon, Barskoon and Kok-Jaiyk. Ride toward Altyn-Arashan and take a weather- and fitness-dependent horseback riding and trekking excursion toward Ala-Kul before returning to Bishkek.
The tour includes six nights, meals listed by day, horseback riding, trekking, an eagle hunting show, and ten scheduled 2027 departures. Reaching Ala-Kul Lake or the pass is not guaranteed.
Where you'll stay
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.
An 8-day Kyrgyzstan group adventure combining horseback journeys to Song-Kol, a trek to Kel-Suu, village hospitality, canyon walks and the Altyn-Arashan mountains.
From
USD 1050
| Days | Stay |
|---|---|
| Days 1–2 | Yurt camp, Son-Kul |
| Day 3 | Accommodation in Bokonbaevo |
| Day 4 | Accommodation in Kok-Jaiyk |
| Days 5–6 | Accommodation in Altyn-Arashan |
Day by day
Open each day for the route, experiences and overnight details.
Day 1
Depart Bishkek and visit Kok-Moinok Canyon. Travel through Boom Gorge and Kochkor, then follow the mountain road to Son-Kul. Arrive at the yurt camp for dinner and sunset over the lake.
Day 2
Enjoy breakfast and an introduction to nomadic life. Take a two-hour horseback ride around Son-Kul and its alpine pastures, share lunch, and spend free time by the lake.
Day 3
Travel from Son-Kul toward Naryn, visit Ak-Sai Canyon, then continue to Bokonbaevo for an eagle hunting show and a relaxing evening.
Day 4
Explore Skazka Canyon and continue along Issyk-Kul’s southern shore to Barskoon. Ride on horseback from Kok-Jaiyk to the Hidden Waterfall, then relax in the mountain valley.
Day 5
Enjoy a peaceful morning in Kok-Jaiyk, then travel toward Ak-Suu for the horseback transfer toward Altyn-Arashan. Ride through mountain scenery and alpine forests.
Day 6
Set out after an early breakfast on a horse riding and trekking route through the Tien Shan toward the Ala-Kul area. Continue as conditions and group fitness allow, then return to Altyn-Arashan. Reaching the lake or pass is not guaranteed.
Day 7
Depart Altyn-Arashan in the morning, return to Karakol by 4x4, and continue toward Bishkek after lunch. Enjoy scenic stops along Issyk-Kul before the airport transfer and end of the tour.
The essentials
Before you go
Questions, answered
The brochure meal plan is included: Day 1 lunch and dinner; Days 2–6 breakfast, lunch and dinner; Day 7 breakfast and lunch. Please share dietary requirements before travel.
The proposed package includes an English-speaking driver/guide throughout, local guides where required, and transport for the road sections. It also includes the listed horseback riding and trekking activities.
The brochure asks travelers to confirm entrance-fee coverage. The proposed package includes standard entrance fees for attractions listed in the itinerary, including the hot springs visit. Optional activities outside the itinerary are not included.
The proposed Bishkek departure time is 07:00 on Day 1, with pickup from a central Bishkek hotel. Please arrive the previous day. Pre-tour airport pickup is not included, but can be arranged for an additional charge. The final airport transfer on Day 7 is included.
The proposed price is $1,050 per person in USD for the listed 2027 group departures, based on shared accommodation. It covers the itinerary, listed meals, English-speaking driver/guide, local guides where required, road transport, six nights of accommodation, listed horseback riding and trekking, the eagle hunting show, and standard entrance fees to listed attractions. International flights, visas if required, personal travel insurance, personal purchases, tips, extra activities, drinks outside the meal plan, extra nights, pre-tour airport pickup and a private-room supplement are not included.
Proposed payment terms: a 30% deposit ($315) reserves a place, with the remaining $735 due 30 days before departure. 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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From
USD 1050 / person
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