What to expect:
During the trip, we'll go around the pearl of Kyrgyzstan - Issyk-Kul Lake. We will visit the main historical-architectural and natural sights, relax on the golden beaches, take a boat ride on the lake, dine with a local family and find out traditions of local people.
Cholpon-Ata
Cholpon-Ata - one of the main resort towns of Issyk-Kul Lake. The city is located in central part of the northern coast of Issyk-Kul Lake, 270 km east of the capital of Kyrgyzstan. In past, caravans of the Great Silk Road passed through Cholpon-Ata. A small settlement was located here, which grew over time. As a result, caravanserais were built within the settlement, and trade flourished.
Climate here is temperate maritime. The best time to visit Cholpon-Ata is from June to September. The city is famous for its sandy beaches and pure lake waters.
Main sights and activities:
- Open-air museum of petroglyphs
- Rukh-Ordo - cultural center dedicated to 5 major world religions
- Boat cruise
Karakol
Karakol - administrative center of Issyk-Kul region, famous for its monuments, museums and breathtaking natural sights in the surrounding area. The city is located in a picturesque valley, with the Terskey Ala-Too mountains rising to the south. Dozens of gorges with unique nature and their own beauty surround the city.
Karakol is a great place to explore the culture of different ethnic groups, living in the city.
Main sights and activities:
- Przhevalsky Memorial Museum
- Russian Orthodox Church
- Dungan Mosque
- Visit to the picturesque gorge on the way to Karakol
- Dinner in the local family
Jety-Oguz
Jety-Oguz - gorge of seven Bulls. The gorge got its name because the outlines of the seven rocks resemble the silhouettes of bulls lying on the ground. Beautiful alpine meadows spread nearby.
Main sights and activities:
- Famous Seven Bulls Rocks
- Hiking to waterfall
- Horse-riding
Southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake
Southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake - famous for its diverse landscapes and clear waters. The most famous natural sights are Barskoon waterfalls, Fairytale and Mars canyons. Southern shore is less populated than the northern. However, it is here that the centuries-old traditions of the local people have been best preserved. Here tourists can enjoy eagle-hunting demonstration, horseback riding games, and participate in the process of building a yurt.
Main sights and activities:
- Barskoon gorge and waterfall
- Horse-riding
- Fairytale "Skazka" Canyon
- Eagle-hunting demonstration
Return to Bishkek
Main sights and activities:
- Yurt-construction demonstration
- Burana Tower - minaret of IX-XI centuries
- Barskoon gorge and waterfall
- Horse-riding
- Fairytale "Skazka" Canyon
- Eagle-hunting demonstration
Return to Bishkek