3 Days Tour to Son Kul and Issyk Kul Alpine lakes
Duration:
3D / 2N days
Tour:
All inclusive
Season:
All year round
Tour program
Day 1
Bishkek - Son Kul Lake 320 km | Drive time: 5 hours
• Hotel pick-up in Bishkek
• Drive through Boom Gorge along the river
• Photo stop at Orto-Tokoy Reservoir
• Lunch in Kochkor village
• Cross Kalmak Ashuu Pass (3,450 m above sea level)
• Arrival at Son Kul Lake
• Guided horse riding experience in the alpine pastures
• Drive through Boom Gorge along the river
• Photo stop at Orto-Tokoy Reservoir
• Lunch in Kochkor village
• Cross Kalmak Ashuu Pass (3,450 m above sea level)
• Arrival at Son Kul Lake
• Guided horse riding experience in the alpine pastures
Overnight: Traditional yurt camp on the shore of Son Kul Lake
Day 2
Son Kul Lake - South Shore of Issyk Kul 250 km | Drive time: 5 hours
• Morning views of Son Kul
• Drive back over Kalmak Ashuu Pass with panoramic valley views
• Scenic drive along alpine rivers
• Lunch in Kochkor
• Continue to Issyk Kul Lake (the world’s second-largest alpine lake)
• Stop at a wild beach on the southern shore
• Visit Bokonbaevo village, home of traditional eagle hunters:
• Live Golden Eagle hunting demonstration
• Hunting dog show
• Traditional bow and arrow shooting
• Drive back over Kalmak Ashuu Pass with panoramic valley views
• Scenic drive along alpine rivers
• Lunch in Kochkor
• Continue to Issyk Kul Lake (the world’s second-largest alpine lake)
• Stop at a wild beach on the southern shore
• Visit Bokonbaevo village, home of traditional eagle hunters:
• Live Golden Eagle hunting demonstration
• Hunting dog show
• Traditional bow and arrow shooting
Overnight: Guesthouse cottage in Bokonbaevo
Day 3
Bokonbaevo ➝- Barskoon - Bishkek 320 km | Drive time: 6 hours
• Visit Fairy Tale (Skazka) Canyons — unique red rock formations
• Explore Barskoon Gorge and the alpine river
• Hike to waterfalls (1–2 km, easy/moderate)
• See the Yuri Gagarin monument
• Cross Kok-Bel Pass
• Stop at the new pier & public beach in Balykchy
• Drive back through Boom Gorge
• Arrival in Bishkek, hotel drop-off around 6–7 PM
• Explore Barskoon Gorge and the alpine river
• Hike to waterfalls (1–2 km, easy/moderate)
• See the Yuri Gagarin monument
• Cross Kok-Bel Pass
• Stop at the new pier & public beach in Balykchy
• Drive back through Boom Gorge
• Arrival in Bishkek, hotel drop-off around 6–7 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, 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:
- Kyrgyz Folklore show
- Kok Boru exhibihon game
- Hot mineral springs
What’s not included:
- Health insurance
- Gratuities
- Alcohol
Essential Packing list:
- Lightweight clothes for dayhme (T-shirt, shorts)
- Warm layers for cooler evenings (Fleece, down jacket, bomber)
- Comfortable hiking shoes or trainers (sneakers)
- Waterproof windbreaker or rain jacket
- Thermal socks and beanie for high alhtudes
- Flipflops or sandals (for lakes and campsites)
- Swimsuit for hot-springs
- 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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