2 Days tour to Chon Kemin and Issyk Kul Alpine lake

Duration:
2D / 1N days

Tour:
All inclusive

Complexity:
easy

Season:
All year round

About tour

Day 1

Bishkek to Issyk Kyl to Chon Keminvalley (290kms)

Your journey begins with a morning pick-up from your hotel in Bishkek.
Drive east toward Issyk Kul Lake, following the scenic road through the dramatic Boom Gorge along the Chu River.
Kattama tasting – traditional Kyrgyz layered bread, freshly prepared
Visit and easy hike to Kok-Moinok Canyon, famous for its surreal red rock formations
Issyk-Kul Alpine lake: Stop in Balykchy at the western shore of the lake
Walk along the new pier at the public beach and enjoy panoramic lake views
After exploring the lake area, continue to the peaceful and green Chon-Kemin Valley, surrounded by alpine forests and snow-capped peaks.

Overnight: Cozy family guesthouse in Chon Kemin. Enjoy authentic hospitality and homemade dinner.

Day 2

Chon Kemin activities and return to Bishkek (160 kms)

Start your morning with a breakfast prepared by local family.
Guided horse riding (1-2 hours) through the valley or alpine forest trails
By noon depart Chon Kemin and stop at a scenic viewpoint where two alpine rivers merge — a beautiful and peaceful natural setting.
After lunch, visit the historic Burana Tower, an 11th-century minaret and UNESCO Silk Road heritage site.Explore the open-air petroglyph collection and small archaeological museum.
Return drive to Bishkek.

Drop-off at your hotel around 5–6 PM.

What’s is included in the tour:

Accommodation

Twin/Double rooms or a private yurt for 2-3 guests

Meals – Set Menu

Day 1: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch

Transportation & Staff

Air-conditioned vehicle
Petrol surcharge included
English-speaking driver–guide

Activities & Experiences

Guided horse trekking (4-5 hours per day)
Guided horse riding (1–2 hours) or horse carriage ride
Entrance tickets to all parks, canyons, and museums

Notes:

Guesthouse rooms are modern and equipped with en-suite bathrooms.
Traditional handmade yurts have external shared bathrooms.
All meals are organic ‘halal’, fresh, and diverse, offering different local dishes each
day to make the journey a rich culinary experience as well.
All accommodations are heated. Air conditioning is not required due to cooler nights.