Kyrgyzstan Vacation Around Issyk-Kul Lake

Welcome to Kyrgyzstan which is full of nomadic culture. After arriving in Bishkek, the guide and the driver will pick you up from the airport and send you to the hotel. According to the arrival time, we will then arrange you lunch or dinner. If there is enough time, our guide will take you to visit the Old Square, Oak Park, Ala-Too Square, and finally we will go to visit the outside of Kyrgyz National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Abdylas Maldybayev.

Accommodation: Orion Hotel Bishkek

After breakfast, we will go to visit the only historical site in Balasagun, the Burana Tower. The second stop is Cholpon Ata on the north bank of Issyk-Kul Lake. We will pass the New Nomad Museum on the way, where you can learn about the history and culture of the nomads. Cholpon Ata has an open-air Museum of Petroglyphs, sunny beaches and waters. You will enjoy an incredible time here.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Light House Hotel

Today the guide will take you to visit Karakol city located in east Kyrgyzstan. There, we'll visit Russian Orthodox Church and Dungan Mosque. Then, drive to Karakol National Park 15 km (9.3 mi) away from Karakol to experience a hiking tour.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: My Hotel Karakol

Today we will visit Jeti-Oguz Canyon, where you can see large red rock cliffs, such as the "Seven Bulls Rocks" and the "Broken Heart". Many Kyrgyzstan MVs have been shot here. We'll have picnic lunch in the valley at noon. After, return to Karakol in the afternoon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: My Hotel Karakol

Leaving Karakol, we'll drive along the south bank of Issyk-Kul Lake, and arrive at the Juuku valley in about an hour. There are many strange natural rocks in the valley. Hike or drive to the end of the valley and take a bath in the hot spring water to relax. After that, head to the Skazka Canyon and stay one night in the nearby Royal Gate Yurt Hotel.

Accommodation: Royal Gate Yurt Hotel at Skazka Canyon

Today the guide and the driver will take you to visit Canyon Fairy Tale. We'll see the strange-looking sandstones in changeable color under sunlight. Then go to Bokonbayevo to see golden eagles and learn about the traditional culture of golden eagle hunting. Our guide will accompany you to walk around the bazaar and learn the local lifestyle. After the visit, we'll return to Bishkek.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Orion Hotel Bishkek

Today, your Kyrgyzstan vacation packages come to an end. The guide and the driver will send you to Bishkek International Airport for your homeward flight. Wish you a happy journey home and welcome to Kyrgyzstan again.

Meals: Breakfast