Trip Overview
This 13-day adventure offers a complete journey through Kyrgyzstan, combining cultural experiences, scenic drives, and trekking in the Tien Shan mountains. Starting in Bishkek, the program gradually introduces travelers to nomadic traditions, alpine landscapes, and high-altitude trekking.
The itinerary includes visits to historical sites, national parks, and traditional villages, followed by a multi-day trekking experience in the Ak-Suu and Altyn-Arashan region. Highlights include Ala-Archa National Park, Issyk-Kul Lake, eagle hunting demonstrations, yurt-making workshops, and the famous Ala-Kul alpine lake.
The trekking section takes participants through forested valleys, mountain gorges, and high passes with panoramic views of peaks over 5,000 meters. The journey continues to the remote Enilchek region, offering dramatic landscapes and views toward Khan Tengri peak.
Route: Bishkek → Ala-Archa → Chon-Kemin → Bokonbaevo → Karakol → Altyn-Arashan → Ala-Kul → Karakol → Enilchek → Sary-Jaz → Issyk-Kul → Bishkek
Duration: 13 days / 12 nights
Accommodation: Hotels, guesthouses, yurt camps
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner included
Main Highlights
Cultural Experiences:
• Visit Burana Tower and historical sites
• Yurt-building masterclass in Kyzyl-Tuu Village
• Eagle hunting demonstration in Bokonbaevo
• Experience traditional Kyrgyz cuisine and hospitality
Nature & Landscapes:
• Explore Ala-Archa National Park
• Visit Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon and Jeti-Oguz rocks
• Discover Issyk-Kul Lake and alpine valleys
• Journey to remote Enilchek and Sary-Jaz regions
Trekking Highlights:
• Trek in Altyn-Arashan valley and relax in hot springs
• Visit Ala-Kul Lake (3,500+ m) surrounded by 5,000 m peaks
• Hike in Karakol Gorge and to Karakol Peak
• Scenic mountain trails with diverse terrain
Requirements
• Basic to moderate physical fitness required
• Ability to walk 4–7 hours during trekking days
• Proper hiking shoes, warm clothing, waterproof layers
• Travel insurance covering trekking and mountain activities
Bishkek - Ala-Archa
Early morning arrival to Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. After a short rest and breakfast, we get a taste of the mountains around Bishkek as we embark on a excursion to Ala Archa National Park, 40kms from the city. This National Park gives you a great insight into the fantastic world of the Tien Shan Northern Extension, with its first snowy peaks of over 4,000 meters, deep river valleys cut over millennia, glaciers far in the distance and lacy mountain peaks. Our hike begins in the juniper trees and pine forests. After reaching the forest border, we will have wonderful panoramic views. From here we return on the same route to our transport and back to our capital. In the evening we will have dinner and taste traditional Kyrgyz cuisine.
Residence: Hotel
Included meal: L,D


Bishkek - Chon-Kemin national park
After breakfast transfer to Chon Kemin national park. Visiting BUrana historical complex. We will stop at Apamdyn Kattamasy place to have hot milky tea and famous Kyrgyz bread on fire ream with sour cream. You will have some time before lunch and after lunch we will do horseback riding to the panorama spot in Chon Kemin National Park. Overnight and dinner in the guest house.
Residence: guest house
Included meal: B,L,D

Chon Kemin - Bokonbaevo
Breakfast. On the way we will stop at Kyzyl Tuu village to see Yurt making master-class. Lunch. After Ak Say canyon. Eagle hunting show. Overnight and dinner in the guest house or yurt camp.
Residence: guest house/yurt camp
Meal: B,L,D



Bokonbaevo - Karakol
After breakfast, we will drive to the Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyons. Its stunningly diverse sandstone formations are truly fabulous. Afterwards, we will visit the red rock formations of Jeti Oguz. The name means “seven bulls” and comes from the fact that the rocks look like seven bulls. On the approach to Jeti Oguz we will also visit another rock formation that resembles a broken heart. After exploring this special place, we will continue our journey to Karakol Town to visit places of interests there. City tour in Karakol. Dinner in the café. Overnight in the hotel.
Residence: Hotel
Meal: B,L,D



Karakol - Altyn Arashan
In the morning, after breakfast, we leave for the village of Aksu, where we will begin our three-day trekking tour. On this day, we have a 15 km hike starting from an altitude of 2000 m above sea level. The camp is located at 2500 m. As soon as we reach the place, we stay in a guest house, have lunch and after lunch a hike towards the wild hot springs called “Swallow nest”. Return to the camp, dinner and accommodation in the guest house.
Trekking distance: 15 km
Time: 4–5h
Residence: Guest house
Meal: B,L,D


Altyn Arashan - Ala Kol on horseback
Breakfast. You will ride horses from Altyn Arashan until Keldike. From keldike it will take about 2 hours trek until Ala Kul pass (3860 meters). Here you can see all of the nearby peaks of the Terskey Ala-Too ringing the lake and rising up to over 5000m above sea level.
After we descend the gorge to the hot springs of Altyn-Arashan (2500m). The descent takes 3–3,5 hours depending on the pace. Upon arrival, we will enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot springs. Dinner and overnight in guest house.
Trekking distance: about 25 km
Residence: yurt camp
Included meal: B,L,D


Altyn Arashan - Karakol
After breakfast, we will descend down the Altyn Arashan Valley toward Aksu Village. The length of the descent is 14 km, or about 3–3.5 hours. A car will be waiting for us in the village, and will drive us back to Karakol.
Trekking distance: 14 km
Residence: hotel
Included meal: B,L,D

Karakol town – Karakol Peak - Karakol
We depart from the city of Karakol to the Karakol Gorge in the morning. The drive to the trail head will take about 1,5 hours. After we take our lunch bags and walk close to the foot of Karakol peak. It is 7 km one way. Usually it takes 3–3,5 hours and 2h back. Lunch. We spend around one hour and descend back to the alpine camp. Drive back to Karakol. Dinner in the café.
Trekking distance: 14 km
Residence: hotel
Included meal: B,L,D


Karakol - Jeti Oguz - Oguz Bashy Peak - Karakol
After breakfast, we will visit the red rock formations of Jeti Oguz. The name means “seven bulls” and comes from the fact that the rocks look like seven bulls. On the approach to Jeti Oguz we will also visit another rock formation that resembles a broken heart. Hiking to Oguz-Bashy peak side. Picnic. Back to Karakol. City tour. Dinner in restaurant. Overnight in hotel.
Hiking time: 2–3 hours, 4–5 km total
Residence: hotel
Included meal: B,L,D


Karakol – Enilchek ghost town
Breakfast. After we will drive to area of high peaks and ghost town Enilchek. The pass Chon-Ashu on the way is one of the highest which you can cross by car. Elevation of the pass is 3850 asl. The distance to the town is 120 km from Karakol. In early June it is still possible also go to hot springs Kara-Tash. Overnight and dinner in guest house.
Residence: guest house
Included meal: B,L,D

Enilchek ghost town – Sary-Jaz - Cholpon-Ata
After breakfast we drive back. But we take the rote which goes through Sary-Jaz valley. If there is a good weather it is possible to see the peak Khan-Tengri. Also, we will pass Karkyra pasture and Tamerlan stones. Lunch on the way. By arrival accommodation in hotel. Rest. Dinner in restaurant.
Residence: hotel
Included meal: B,L,D

Cholpon Ata - Bishkek
Breakfast. Transfer to Bishkek by north shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Lunch on the way. Shopping in Bishkek. Dinner. Overnight in the hotel.
Residence: hotel
Included meal: B, L, D

Bishkek - Manas airport
Accommodation in hotel. Dinner in Restaurant
Residence: hotel
Included meal: B
| Amount of people | Cost per person (USD) | Cost per group (USD) |
| 2 | 2594 | 5189 |
| 3 | 2063 | 6189 |
| 4 | 1824 | 7289 |
| 5 | 1684 | 8420 |
| 6 | 1950 | 11700 |
| 7 | 1842 | 12894 |
| 8 | 1753 | 14024 |
| 9 | 1680 | 15120 |
| 10 | 1622 | 16220 |
Yes. This tour is designed for travelers with little or no riding experience. The route is easy and follows gentle countryside trails.