Photo Tour Kyrgyzstan

Day 1: Bishkek, Boom Pass, Dolon Pass, Naryn

Meeting at the airport. Breakfast in Bishkek city, followed by transfer to Naryn (320 km).

On the way, we will visit the Burana Tower.

Upon arrival in Naryn, free time at the hotel and dinner. We will rest for acclimatization, as the next day will be busy.

Accommodation – Guesthouse in Naryn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Naryn, Kel-Suu Lake

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Kok-Kiya Valley.

We will continue to explore Kel-Suu Lake on horseback (optional).

In the evening, we will return to the yurt camp for dinner and free time.

Accommodation – Yurt Camp Golden Moon at Kel-Suu, Kok-Kiya Valley
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Kel-Suu, Naryn, Moldo-Ashuu Pass, Son-Kul Lake

Breakfast at the yurt camp.

Transfer to Son-Kul Lake.

We will pass the Moldo-Ashuu Pass, known for its winding, serpentine road.

Upon arrival at Son-Kul, we will watch traditional horse games such as Kok Boru (Buzkashi), Kyz Kuumai, Tyiyn Enmei, and Er Enish. Dinner at the yurt camp and free time.

Accommodation – Yurt Camp Mirlan at Son-Kul Lake
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Son-Kul Lake, Kalmak-Ashuu Pass, Kochkor, Cholpon-Ata

Breakfast at the yurt camp.

Transfer to Cholpon-Ata resort town on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.

On the way, we will pass Kalmak-Ashuu Pass, where you may see herds of yaks, horses, sheep, and donkeys.

We will stop in Kochkor Village to visit the local bazaar and experience everyday life. We will also visit a felt workshop to observe the process of traditional carpet-making.

Arrival in Cholpon-Ata, where you will have time to relax at Issyk-Kul Lake beach.

Accommodation – Family Guesthouse in Cholpon-Ata (Bosteri) or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Cholpon-Ata, Karakol, Jyrgalan Valley

Breakfast, followed by transfer to Jyrgalan Valley along the shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.

In Karakol, we will have lunch at a local café.

Continue to Jyrgalan Valley. Free time and dinner.

Accommodation – Guesthouse Ala-Kol in Jyrgalan Valley or 3★ hotel in Karakol
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Altyn Arashan Hot Springs, Karakol, Jeti-Oguz

Breakfast at the guesthouse.

Transfer to Ak-Suu (Teploklyuchenka) Village, from where we will travel to Altyn Arashan hot springs by a Soviet-era vehicle.

Free time to relax and bathe in the natural hot springs (optional).

In the evening, return to Karakol by Soviet truck and continue to Jeti-Oguz Valley. Dinner and free time.

Accommodation – Golden Yurt Camp in Jeti-Oguz
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Jeti-Oguz Valley, Barskoon Gorge, Skazka Canyon, Kaji-Sai

Breakfast at the yurt camp.

Hike to the “Maiden’s Braid” Waterfall, enjoy fresh mountain air, and admire the surrounding nature.

You will also see the “Seven Bulls” rock formations and hear the legend behind Jeti-Oguz.

Transfer to Barskoon Gorge, where we will hike to one of the waterfalls and see the monument to Yuri Gagarin, the first cosmonaut.

Next, visit Skazka (“Fairy Tale”) Canyon, known for its unique rock formations.

Transfer to Kaji-Sai. Dinner and free time.

Accommodation – Guesthouse Skazka or similar in Kaji-Sai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Nomadic Yurt Assembly, Bishkek

Breakfast at the guesthouse.

An optional folklore show by a local musician family (booking required).

Transfer to Bokonbaevo Village for an optional eagle hunting demonstration (booking required).

Continue to Kyzyl-Tuu Village, known for yurt-making, where you will help assemble a traditional nomadic yurt and have lunch with a local family.

Transfer to Bishkek.

Upon arrival, enjoy dinner at a traditional restaurant with Kyrgyz music.

Accommodation – 3★ Hotel Alpinist or similar in Bishkek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Transfer to the Airport

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to the airport.

Price Includes:

Double/twin accommodation in the mentioned hotels

Yurt camp accommodation (4–5 persons per yurt)

Transport (18-seater Sprinter or 7-seater minivan, depending on group size)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner as mentioned

Soviet-era truck for Altyn Arashan

Drinking water (1 liter per person per day)

Local English-speaking guide

Entrance fees (Cholpon-Ata hot spring pool, Skazka Canyon, Burana Tower)

Nomadic yurt assembly demonstration

Photo session with an eagle

Price Does Not Include:

Visa

Flight tickets

Insurance

Folklore show (optional)

Eagle hunting show (optional)

Laundry services

Horseback riding

Alcoholic beverages

Horse games demonstration (optional)

Personal expenses

Single supplement

Early check-in and late check-out