3 Days Essential Voyage Around Issyk Kul Lake

Duration:
3D / 2N days

Tour:
All inclusive

Season:
All year round

About tour

Our three days tour around Issyk Kul alpine lake is a fantastic way to explore the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the region with rich nomadic history.

Experience truly nomadic living at Kyrgyz Yurt camp on shore of the lake. Enjoy Golden Eagle presentation a unique and ancient practice in the region. Explore the 2nd biggest Alpine lake Issyk Kul with diverse landscape, cultural heritage and natural wonders Barskoon glacier waterfalls, Fairy tale canyon, crystal clear rivers, Jeti Oguz gorge with unreal red rock formations, majestic mountains, lush green meadows and pastures. Taste local food (sp. barbeque dinner) and witness life of locals.

Be surrounded with countless sheep, cows, horses in the valleys. If you are a hiker moderate guided hike to two waterfalls and gorge will be offered. Activities: Live Eagle presentation, Kyrgyz yurt stay, home stay, kyrgyz traditional food, hiking. Tasting local dishes. See village life. It’s as local Kyrgyz experience as it can get.

Tour program

Day 1

Pick up from hotel Burana ancient 11th century minaret

Petroglifs site and museum Kattama traditional Kyrgyz treat Boom Gorge Balykchy city – Issyk Kul Lake Stop at the wild beach Bokonbaevo – home of eagle breeders, Tong. Kyrgyz Golden Eagle Show Overnight at guest house with traditional elements or Yurt Camp by the lake

Day 2

After breakfast head to South Shore of the lake Fairy Tale

Canyons Kadji Say Barskoon Gorge, Barskoon river Hiking to waterfalls (1-2km) Gagarin Statue Jeti Oguz valley, Red rocks, Broken heart, alpine river Panorama of the valley Karakol city, Orthodox church Barbeque dinner in traditional restaurant Overnight in a boutique hotel

Day 3

After breakfast head to North shore of the lake

Old moslim mosque Korumdu Visit to Hot natural springs (on request) or Semenov gorge and Kyrchyn valley (Home of world nomad games) Cholpon Ata Petroglyphs Boom Gorge Back to Bishkek

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, Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast, Lunch

Transportation & Staff

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

Activities & Experiences

Guided horse riding (1–2 hours) or horse carriage ride
Eagle hunting show, Taigan dog show, and bow & arrow shooting
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.

Optional activities: