• 8 Human
  • 5 days

Where mountains become wings

Where mountains become wings
Signature tour to the picturesque corners of the Kyrgyz Republic: sand canyons, Son-Kul, Issyk-Kul, Altyn-Arashan, yurts under the stars and warm hospitality
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Where mountains become wings

The main thing in travel

Canyons and antiquities Burana Tower, Kok-Moinok and fantasy sandy landscapes take you on a journey through history, mountains and natural wonders of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Son-Kul and yurts The high-altitude Son-Kul lake, horseback riding, endless pastures and a night in a yurt under the stars create a feeling of complete freedom.
Issyk-Kul and gorges The southern coast of Issyk-Kul, the Skazka canyon, Barskoon and Jeti-Oguz will show different facets of nature - from red rocks to waterfalls.
Altyn-Arashan and adventures Off-road transfer, thermal springs, alpine meadows and trekking to Ala-Kol will add the spirit of a real mountain adventure to the route.
Five days among mountains, lakes and traditions

Travel program

Meeting at Manas airport, breakfast in Bishkek and departure through picturesque Mayevka to the Burana tower. After a tour of the historical complex XI century - transfer to Kok-Moinok and easy trekking among sandy canyons. Next road to Kochkor, lunch along the way, hotel accommodation, excursion to the Chon-Tuz salt mines, dinner and rest.
Breakfast with a view of the Kochkor Valley and the road to the high-mountain Lake Son-Kul. Along the way there are serpentines, pastures, yurts and herds of yaks. On the shore of the lake there is a horse ride, silence, space and the opportunity to feel real freedom. Then a descent to the south of Issyk-Kul and accommodation in the Elestet ethno-complex. In the evening - dinner with a folklore program and a night in a yurt.
Travel along the southern coast of Issyk-Kul: Skazka canyon, Barskoon gorge with a waterfall, picnic in nature and the red rocks of Jeti-Oguz. Next - Karakol and a trip in UAZ to Altyn-Arashan with thermal springs, alpine meadows and trekking to Lake Ala-Kol. Final day - breakfast in Karakol, transfer to Bishkek along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, lunch and transfer to Manas airport.

Tour cost

Price based on double occupancy
850 USD
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Questions and answers

The price includes transfers along the route, meeting and seeing off at the airport, off-road transfer to Altyn-Arashan, accompaniment of a professional guide, accommodation, three meals a day, horseback riding, trekking, visiting canyons, waterfalls, ethno-locations and folklore program.
The tour lasts 5 days. The route passes through Bishkek, Kok-Moinok, Kochkor, Son-Kul, Barskoon, Jeti-Oguz, Altyn-Arashan, Bokonbaevo and returns to Bishkek.
Yes, the route is suitable for those who want to see the Kyrgyz Republic in an intense way, but without unnecessary haste. The program includes transfers, light walks, horseback riding and a more active day in Altyn-Arashan.
We recommend taking comfortable trekking shoes, warm clothes for evenings in the mountains, a raincoat, a hat, sunglasses, sun cream and personal items for staying in hotels and yurts.
The weather can vary depending on the altitude: during the day it can be warm and sunny, and in the evening near Lake Son-Kul, in the mountains and gorges it can be cool. It's better to dress in layers.
International air travel, medical insurance, additional drinks, personal expenses and purchase of souvenirs are paid separately..