2 Days tour to Issyk Kul Alpine lake

Duration:
2D / 1N days

Tour:
All inclusive

Complexity:
easy

Season:
All year round

About tour

Day 1

Bishkek to the South Shore of Issyk-Kul (280 km • 6 hrs)

Meet your guide & pick up from your accommodation.
Burana Complex (11th Century): Visit the ancient Burana Minaret, the open-air balbal stone monuments, and the local history museum.
Traditional Lunch: Enjoy authentic Kyrgyz dishes, including freshly made kattama
Scenic Drive via Boom Gorge:Travel through picturesque canyon landscapes along the river
Wild Beach Stop: Pause at a quiet, undeveloped beach on the shores of Issyk-Kul Lake for a peaceful break and photo opportunities.

Continue over the scenic Kesken-Bel Pass, with sweeping views of the southern Issyk-Kulshoreline
Eagle Hunters Experience: Visit the site of traditional eagle hunters for a Live Golden Eagle Hunting Show. Watch an engaging Taigan (Kyrgyz hunting dog) demonstration, followed by a hands-on archery session.
Overnight stay: Guesthouse with mountain views and panoramainBokonbaevo.
Stay in traditional yurts or wooden cottages

Day 2

South Shore Exploration and return to Bishkek (370 km • 7 hrs)

Continue the journey along the scenic and quieter southern shoreline of Issyk-Kul
Fairy Tale Canyon (Skazka Canyon):

Explore the surreal red-rock formations of this unique canyon—one of the most photogenic landscapes in the region.
Barskoon Gorge:Follow the Barskoon River through dense forest and dramatic granite cliffs
Waterfall Hike & Gagarin Monument.

Take a 1–2 km hike to the Barskoon Waterfalls and visit the Gagarin Monument, commemorating the first cosmonaut’s historic stay in the area

Optional: Kaji-Say Hot Springs.Relax in natural hot mineral pools (optional activity)
Kesken-Bel Pass:Continue over the scenic Kesken-Bel Pass, offering wide, sweeping views of Issyk-Kul’s southern landscapes.
Drive via Balykchy & Boom Gorge:Pass the lakeside town of Balykchy and travel through the dramatic canyon scenery of Boom Gorge.

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)

Notes:

  • Traditional handmade yurts have external shared bathrooms

What’s not included:

  • Health insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Alcohol

Essential Packing list:

  • Waterproof windbreaker or rain jacket
  • Athletic clothing or jeans
  • During the day: T shirts and shorts
  • Comfortable hiking shoes or trainers
  • Warm socks and beaniefor high altitudes
  • Swimsuit for hot-springs
  • Flip flops for camp site or lake
  • Travel adapter (European two-pin 220V)
  • Personal toiletries, sunscreen (towel is provided in most places)
  • Carry as minimum luggage as possible
  • At most 2 pcs of luggage (1 back pack + 1 Cabin size trolley

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