6 days 5 night
Daily Tour
40 people
English, Espanol, Francais, Italian, Japanese, Portugal, Russian
This 6-day Kyrgyzstan travel itinerary offers an unforgettable journey through Central Asia’s most stunning landscapes and cultural landmarks. Explore Bishkek, hike in Ala Archa National Park, witness yurt-making traditions in Kyzyl-Tuu village, discover Karakol’s historic sites, and enjoy boat rides across Issyk Kul Lake. With family-hosted dinners, scenic gorges, and the ancient Burana Tower, this Kyrgyzstan tour is a perfect mix of adventure and cultural immersion.
Welcome to Kyrgyzstan! Early morning arrival in Bishkek (TK346 IST-FRU at 01:05), the capital city of Kyrgyzstan. Transfer to the hotel for rest. After breakfast, leisure time before starting a guided Bishkek city tour.
Highlights include Philharmonic Hall, Victory Square, Oak Park, Ala-Too Square, Kurmanzhan Datka Monument, State Historical Museum, Old Square with Parliament House, Lenin’s Monument, and WWII Victory Square.
Lunch: Boukhara restaurant
Highlight stop: Osh Bazaar – Bishkek’s largest open-air market for spices, handicrafts, clothes, and souvenirs.
Dinner: Navat restaurant
Overnight: Bishkek
Meals: Full board
Breakfast at the hotel, then transfer to Ala Archa National Park, famous for alpine trails, rushing rivers, and Ak Sai Waterfall. The round-trip hike (3 km, ~1.5 hours) offers breathtaking views of Kyrgyzstan’s mountain landscapes. Later, transfer to Chong Kemin Valley for dinner and overnight stay.
Lunch: Arzu restaurant
Dinner & Overnight: Ashu or Jekshen Guest House (private facilities)
Meals: Full board
Drive toward Issyk Kul Lake. Stop in Kyzyl-Tuu village to meet a local family and learn the centuries-old craft of yurt making. Continue to the Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon, known for unique sandstone formations. Then explore Jety Oguz Gorge, home to the famous “Seven Bulls” red rock cliffs. Evening arrival in Karakol.
Lunch: Iskra village (Dungan family)
Dinner: Archa restaurant
Overnight: Karakol
Meals: Full board
Explore Karakol city: visit the Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Cathedral, the Dungan Mosque with Chinese-influenced architecture, and the Przhevalsky Museum dedicated to the Russian explorer. Relax at Ak Suu hot springs. In the evening, enjoy a home-hosted dinner with a Dungan family, offering authentic cultural immersion.
Lunch: Dastorkon restaurant
Dinner: Uyghur family Gulya
Overnight: Karakol
Meals: Full board
Morning transfer to Semenov Gorge, famous for alpine trails, forests, and rivers. Picnic lunch in nature before driving to Cholpon Ata, on the northern shore of Issyk Kul Lake. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on Issyk Kul Lake, surrounded by the snow-covered Tian Shan Mountains.
Lunch: Dastorkon lunch boxes
Dinner: Sambuca restaurant
Overnight: Cholpon Ata
Meals: Full board
Depart Issyk Kul and travel back to Bishkek. Stop at Burana Tower, a UNESCO-listed Silk Road site in Tokmok, with a preserved minaret, mausoleum ruins, and ancient petroglyphs. Continue to Manas International Airport for your evening departure flight to your home country.
Lunch: Aizada local family meal
Overnight: – (departure day)
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
The tour includes accommodation in 3–5* hotels or guest houses, full board meals, all transfers, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to sites, and daily bottled water.
Most travelers from the EU, USA, Canada, and several Asian countries enjoy visa-free entry to Kyrgyzstan for up to 60 days. Please check requirements for your nationality.
The best time to travel is from May to September, when the weather is mild, the mountains are accessible for hiking, and Issyk Kul Lake offers pleasant conditions.
The hikes are moderate and suitable for beginners. The Ak Sai Waterfall hike in Ala Archa is around 3 km (1.5 hours round trip). Good walking shoes are recommended.
Yes! You’ll meet locals in Kyzyl-Tuu village for a yurt-making demonstration, enjoy home-hosted dinners in Karakol, and visit traditional bazaars like Osh Bazaar in Bishkek.
Depending on the group size, comfortable 4WD vehicles, minibuses, or coaches are used. All transfers are private and organized for your group only.
Yes, Issyk Kul Lake is one of the largest alpine lakes in the world and perfect for swimming during summer. The tour also includes a relaxing boat ride.
You can reserve your spot through our travel agency website or contact our sales team directly. Early booking is recommended, especially for summer departures.
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