10 days tour 1
Day 1: Bishkek – Ala Archa – Bishkek
As the tour starts guests have a meeting with the members of our company in Manas International Airport. And this is the very start of extremely interesting journey in Kyrgyzstan. There will be a city tour on getting to Bishkek, when we attend such places as Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic. Then the way is made to the natural park, the Ala Archa gorge. This gorge is one of the most interesting and pleasant, as being in the center of nature is possible not everywhere. So, the gorge is located at the Tien Shan mountain range in 45km from Bishkek. Here foreigners are able to go hiking as well as go wandering about the forest with visiting of the river. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 2: Bishkek – Burana – Chon Kemin
Here comes the day of the tour to Burana Tower. Many locations in Kyrgyzstan are located far from each other, so it is better to use the car rent service. Finding the minaret of the 11th century we are able to make a view of the open museum – Balbals, standing around the tour, like protecting it. These are the stone warriors. Then as we arrive at Chon Kemin gorge, lunch is served. Then the group goes for horse-riding and walking along the gorge, visiting of its remote locations. And of course this is the place for immersing in nature. Night and dinner will be in the stay of the dwellers of the gorge.
Day 3: Chon Kemin – Issyk Kul lake northern shore
From the gorge we drive for the tour along Issyk Kul Lake. This lake is known to be one of the largest ones located at the heights. And really it is located just inside the mountains, at the height of 1608m above sea level. Due to an earthquake in the past, the lake with the length of 180km and the width of 60km, has emerged. In the past there was the town. Even now while doing diving people can find ruins of the ancient town. The lake is salty, so even in winter it will not freeze. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 4: Issyk Kul Lake – Karakol
This day we are going to travel to Karakol. This is the home for such territories with ancient stone inscriptions. These inscriptions date back to 800BC. Further the way is made to the 2000 years petroglyphs. In Karakol the following location are seen the Dungan mosque and Orthodox Church. These locations are made without nails and metal. In this case we travel along the north of Issyk Kul region, that is why so many sightseeing are open for us. Night will be in the hotel.
Day 5: Karakol – Altin Arashan – Karakol
Altin Arashan gorge is one of the most picturesque natural locations of Kyrgyzstan. Here we can see that the gorge is also known as Golden Spa. It is full of Tien Shan fir trees. Guests are able to go hiking. The nature here is incredible, with the picnic to be served. Dinner and night will be in Karakol. Dinner in restaurant and night in the hotel.
Day 6: Karakol – Jeti Oguz – Issyk Kul southern shore – Kochkor
The next point of our destination is Jeti Oguz gorge. This gorge gives a remind of the ancient legend. It tells us about the bulls which were killed on the top. Close to it there is the Broken Heart Mountain. Guests are able to get to the top and have a view of the panorama of the gorge. Next the visitors travel to the Bokonbaeva village. Here the local people are masters of eagle-hunting. They will make a show of eagle hunting. At the same time they will give a chance of taking a photo with an eagle. Night will be in the stay of the locals.
Day 7: Kochkor – Tash Rabat
Tash Rabat Caravanserai is the monument at the altitude of 3200m. It is also located at the route of the Great Silk Road. This is the castle of the 14th century. Being unique the castle shows us the location in the very mountain, in the center of Tian Shan Mountains. Stone blocks are the main way of the creation of Tash Rabat. There are about 31 rooms here. At the same time it is considered to be the prison in the past times. That is why all of these rooms were used as prison cells. But this is the legend, and unfortunately there is no distinct information of the usage of the castle. Night will be in the yurts, as well as dinner here.
Day 8: Tash Rabat – Son Kul
The destination of today is Son Kul Lake. This lake is known to be at the altitude of 3013m above sea level. This is the lake which shows us the pristine nature of the lake, get acquainted with the local people. These are the people who breed the cattle. The lake can be entered only in some periods of the year, as during other time zones it is covered with snow. The heights here give no possibilities for swimming. But all are able to take a boat. Night and dinner will be in the yurt.
Day 9: Son Kul – 33 parrots Pass – Kochkor – Bishkek
On returning back to Bishkek, our group makes a stop at 33 parrots pass. The pass is amazing for taking photos at the altitude of 3133m. Then the tour is made to the Kochkor village. Here there are local people who create carpets, which are unique. They are also masters of decoration, and will give a possibility to try to decorate or create the very carpet. Then we get to the capital and spend the night in the hotel.
Day 10: Airport
Morning transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax – Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax – Mercedes Sprinter
