Alpine Lake Sary Chelek Tour Kyrgyzstan

Sary-Chelek Lake Tour, Kyrgyzstan, offers you nature and the difference in lifestyle between south and north Kyrgyzstan. We will see the Too Ashu mountain pass that connects south and north Kyrgyzstan, and the Toktogul water reservoir, where we generate electricity and export it to neighboring countries. We will visit the Sary Chelek nature reserve, hear the story of 7 lakes, visit some of them, admire the beautiful nature, and rest in the present.

Tour's Best Period: April – November

Day 1: Bishkek City Tour in the Footsteps of the Soviet Union

Landing at the Manas airport in the city of Bishkek, receive visas, change currency, meet the local guide, and transfer to the hotel.

After settling into the hotel, we will visit the colorful street market “Osh Bazaar” to experience intoxicating smells, exotic colors, and a magical oriental atmosphere. Then, we will return to the hotel

Accommodation: 3* hotel in Bishkek

Day 2: Too Ashu Mountain Pass, Suusamyr Valley, Chychkan Gorge

Breakfast and continue to Toktogul village. At the Too Ashuu Mountain Pass, 3,400 meters above sea level, we will pass through tunnels 2.2 kilometers long.

We will observe scenic views that only Kyrgyzstan can offer, and reach the verdant Suusamyr Valley. Suusamyr Valley is rich in vegetation, animal life, yurts, and nomads. Then continue to the Chychkan Gorge, organize an outside picnic for lunch, and the photography lovers will take pictures. And they are guaranteed to be the most beautiful pictures taken on the entire tour

Accommodation: Homestay or guesthouse in Toktogul

Day 3: Sary-Chelek

Drive towards the Arkit Village in Sary Chelek Nature Reserve. We will reach the family-run guesthouse and embark on a light two-hour walk in the Nut Forest. At the conclusion of our walk, we will return to the guesthouse for dinner and nighttime lodgings.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Arkit village

Day 4: Sary-Chelek Lake

Today, we will discover Sary Chelek Lake. During the ride, we will observe lakes of breathtaking beauty, stop for a swim and refreshments, have a picnic for lunch, and then leave for a walk through the park.

Towards the evening, we will return to Arkit Village for dinner and nighttime lodgings.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Arkit village

Day 5: Kyrgyz National Games, Toktogul Water Reservoir

Today we will play the national Chuko games, “Ordo”, and “Beshtash” after breakfast. Chuko is the calcaneus of a lamb that mainly men collect and play with.

Ordo is one of the most popular Kyrgyz games that have come down to us since ancient times. “Ordo” means “Khan’s headquarters, Khan’s palace”. The game reproduces the battle to capture the stake. Ordo is a kind of military map that helps train warriors to defeat the enemy.

A circle drawn on the ground meant the territory of the state, and the rivals worked out a battle plan. The overthrow of the Khan meant the removal of the ruler from the throne. The game is based on the ability to conduct a correct domestic policy, being careful within the circle, that is, in power.

“Beshtash” is a game that was distributed in Kyrgyzstan.

Girls usually play from 2 to 5 people. For the game, you need a small rug and 5 small round pebbles. The game includes several stages, each with a different way to juggle stones. Each stage has its own name: “Termei”, “Zhymai”, “Shakyldak”, etc.

Lunch, then proceed to the Toktogul water reservoir; we will come to Toktogul Village for dinner and overnight lodgings.

Accommodation: Homestay or guesthouse in Toktogul

Day 6: Bishkek City at Night

Once we finish our breakfast, we will proceed to the City of Bishkek for a farewell dinner in a restaurant.

Then we will leave on a nighttime tour of the city of Bishkek. Because after dark, the city takes on a different appearance, and a pleasant, romantic atmosphere prevails. The shopping and recreation centers begin to fill up with locals.

Accommodation: 3 * hotel in Bishkek

Day 7: Transfer to the Airport

We will leave for the “Manas” Airport, packed with an incredible number of genuine Kyrgyzstan experiences for our flight back home.

Tour Price Includes:

A Local English-speaking guide

Full Board Meal

Double/Twin Accommodation

Transport ( 4 seats, 7-seat car, or 18-seat Sprinter)

Entrance fees to the sites are detailed in the program.

Mineral Water

The Price Doesn’t Include:

Flight tickets

Early Check-in and late check-outs

Single Supplement

Visa

Insurance

Personal Expenses