14-Day Absolute Kyrgyzstan Tour

After arrival at Manas International Airport, meet your guide and transfer to Bishkek, the capital city of Kyrgyzstan. After some rest at the hotel, begin exploring the city’s main landmarks and green parks.

Visit Ala-Too Square, Victory Square, Oak Park, and the city center while learning about Bishkek’s Soviet history and local culture. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

After breakfast, we leave Bishkek and drive toward the ancient Burana Tower, one of Kyrgyzstan’s most important historical sites dating back to the 11th century.

Here, you can climb the tower for panoramic views over the valley, explore ancient balbal stone statues, and visit the small archaeological museum connected to the old Silk Road city of Balasagun.

After lunch, we continue toward the peaceful Chon-Kemin Valley, surrounded by forests, rivers, and mountains. The valley is famous for its quiet atmosphere and traditional village life. Upon arrival, enjoy a homemade dinner prepared by a local family and relax in the fresh mountain air.

In the morning, we leave Chon-Kemin Valley and drive along the northern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake, one of the largest alpine lakes in the world.

Our first stops are the beautiful Grigorievka Gorge and Semenovka Gorge, known for green alpine meadows, rivers, pine forests, and mountain scenery. We take short walks through the valleys, enjoy the peaceful nature, and stop at scenic viewpoints for photos.

Continuing east along Issyk-Kul, we gradually reach Karakol, a small mountain town surrounded by the peaks of the Terskey Ala-Too Range. After check-in, you’ll have free time to rest or explore the town.

Today begins the trekking adventure toward Ala-Kul Lake.

After breakfast, we drive to the beautiful Karakol Gorge, one of the most scenic trekking areas in Kyrgyzstan. The hike begins near a mountain river and continues through dense pine forests, wooden bridges, and alpine meadows surrounded by dramatic mountain landscapes.

Along the trail, you’ll hear the sound of the river, pass grazing horses, and slowly gain altitude while enjoying fresh mountain air and panoramic views. We stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by nature before continuing deeper into the gorge.

By late afternoon, we arrive at Sirota Camp (3000m), a peaceful alpine campsite surrounded by spruce trees and mountain scenery.

Ascent: +600m

This is the most challenging and rewarding trekking day of the journey.

After breakfast, we continue hiking through rocky mountain terrain toward the breathtaking Ala-Kul Lake (3500m). Surrounded by snow-covered peaks and glaciers, the lake is famous for its bright turquoise color that changes depending on the weather and sunlight.

We stop by the lake for lunch and time to enjoy the scenery before climbing higher toward Ala-Kul Pass (3950m). From the top, you’ll see panoramic views over the dramatic peaks of the Terskey Ala-Too Mountains.

After some time at the pass, we descend along a steep trail toward the beautiful Keldyke Valley, where we set up camp for the night.

Ascent: +850m

After breakfast, we continue trekking downhill toward the famous Altyn-Arashan Valley (2450m), one of the most beautiful alpine valleys in Kyrgyzstan.

The trail passes rivers, green meadows, forests, and open mountain landscapes surrounded by high snowy peaks. Compared to the previous trekking day, today’s hike is easier and more relaxing, allowing you to fully enjoy the scenery.

Upon arrival in Altyn-Arashan, you can relax in the natural hot springs hidden in the valley — the perfect recovery after several days of hiking. In the evening, enjoy dinner surrounded by mountains and peaceful nature.

Descent: -750m

In the morning, we spend some time exploring Altyn-Arashan Valley and enjoying views of Peak Palatka (5260m) rising above the valley.

Around midday, we begin hiking down toward Ak-Suu Village, following a scenic river trail through forests and mountain landscapes. The route is peaceful and mostly downhill, making for a comfortable final trekking day.

Upon arrival in Ak-Suu, our driver meets us and transfers us back to Karakol. After checking into the hotel, you’ll have time to rest, take a shower, and enjoy dinner at a local café.

Descent: -450m

After breakfast, we drive toward the famous Jeti-Oguz Rocks, also known as the “Seven Bulls,” one of Kyrgyzstan’s most iconic red sandstone formations.

We continue to Barskoon Valley, where a short hike leads us to scenic waterfalls surrounded by forests and alpine landscapes. The valley is known for its fresh air, pine trees, and mountain scenery.

Later, we drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake toward Bokonbaevo Village, a place known for nomadic culture and eagle hunting traditions. In the evening, enjoy dinner near the lakeshore and relax at the yurt camp.

In the morning, we visit the colorful Ak-Sai Canyon, where a short hike takes us through dramatic red rock formations and panoramic viewpoints overlooking Issyk-Kul Lake and the surrounding mountains.

After exploring the canyon, we continue driving through mountain roads and high passes toward Son-Kul Lake (3016m), one of the most beautiful alpine lakes in Kyrgyzstan.

As we arrive at the lake, you’ll see wide open jailoos, grazing horses, and traditional yurts surrounded by endless mountain scenery. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the yurt camp and experience authentic nomadic life far from civilization.

Wake up surrounded by the peaceful landscapes of Son-Kul Lake. In the morning, you can enjoy free time by the lake or optionally go horseback riding through nearby hills and pastures.

After lunch, we continue driving toward Naryn, passing mountain valleys, rivers, and panoramic viewpoints along the route. The scenery changes constantly, from wide alpine landscapes to rocky mountain roads.

We arrive in Naryn in the late afternoon and check into the hotel. Dinner at a local restaurant.

After breakfast, we begin the journey toward the remote Kok-Kiya Valley, located close to the Chinese border.

The road becomes more rugged and wild as we drive deeper into the mountains. Along the way, you’ll see dramatic landscapes, open valleys, rivers, and herds of animals grazing freely.

By afternoon, we arrive near Kel-Suu Lake (3500m), one of Kyrgyzstan’s most remote and spectacular alpine lakes hidden between steep cliffs and rocky mountains. After check-in at the yurt camp or guesthouse, you’ll have free time to relax, explore the valley, or go horseback riding.

After breakfast, we hike toward Kel-Suu Lake, passing through wide alpine landscapes surrounded by dramatic cliffs and mountain scenery.

The lake itself is hidden inside a narrow rocky gorge and changes color depending on the weather and sunlight. We spend time enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, taking photos, and having a picnic lunch surrounded by untouched nature.

Later, we return to the vehicle and drive back toward Naryn, arriving in the evening for rest and dinner.

After breakfast, we begin the drive back toward Bishkek via Kochkor Village, one of Kyrgyzstan’s traditional handicraft centers known for felt products and nomadic culture.

Along the route, we pass mountain landscapes, valleys, and small villages while making short stops for photos and rest. Compared to the mountain trekking days, today is more relaxed and gives you time to enjoy the changing scenery of Kyrgyzstan one last time.

Upon arrival in Bishkek, check into the hotel and enjoy your final evening in the city.

After breakfast, transfer to Manas International Airport for your departure flight.

This is the end of your journey in Kyrgyzstan.