Tour around Issyk-Kul lake and Son-Kul lake in 7 days

Kyrgyzstan is famous for its mountains. Just 50 minutes from Bishkek we have a beautiful National Park - "Ala-Archa" Enjoy views of the Ala-Archa which is 30 km from Bishkek, where you will see glaciers on the top of mountains. On the way to National Park, you can also see the life of people that live in a city and in a village. After arriving at National Park Ala-Archa, you are going to forget the noisy city and relax in a piece. After 1 hour of walking in Ala- Archa we are going to drive to the village and visit one family that lives in the village. The family will prepare your lunch, however before you are going to see the way of cooking traditional dishes with explanation and learn how to cook Kyrgyz traditional food. Maybe after coming back to your homeland, you will cook traditional Kyrgyz food for your friends. Local families will also be glad to make excursions to their farms and garden. Come back to your hotel with a good memory.

Departure towards Bishkek - Chon-Kemin, 152 km, 2.5 hours drive.
Arrival at the Alamedin gorge, located in a gorge. Take a short walk through the mountain forest on well-trodden paths, surrounded by fresh air, a crystal-clear river with rapids, and breathtaking views of snowy peaks.
Enjoy a hearty Asian lunch in Bishkek.
Stop at the historical Burana Tower and explore the stone balbals with remarkably preserved expressive faces. The location is not only interesting for its architectural structure and historical significance but also for its mystical legend, which will be shared by the guide and the museum. Arrive to Chon-Kemin guest house.
Dinner and a night of relaxation in a cozy guesthouse with private toilet and shower facilities in each room.

Breakfast at the guesthouse.
Departure towards Chon-Kemin - Karakol, 280 km, 4-5 hours drive.
Arrival at Semenovka Gorge. Take a leisurely walk and enjoy a picnic amidst the generous nature, with stunning views of lush greenery, babbling rivers, fragrant mountain forests, and the ambiance of yurt camps.
Arrival and check-in at a guesthouse in Karakol.
Dinner at a restaurant.
Enjoy a restful night in a comfortable house with private toilet and shower facilities in each room.

Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure from Karakol to the southern shore of Issyk-Kul, 180 km, 3-4 hours drive.
First place that we are going to visit is Djety-Oguz gorge.
Arrival at the mysterious Barskoon Gorge. Take a walk through the forest with sprawling Tien Shan spruce trees, leading to two roaring waterfalls adorned with sparkling rainbows of mist.
Enjoy a local-style lunch, satisfying and delicious.
Visit the whimsical "Fairy Tale" Canyon, known for its intriguing rock formations. Take a walk along enticing peaks and narrow paths in this enigmatic location.
Accommodation for relaxation at a cozy guesthouse in the village of Bokonbaevo.
Dinner in a traditional Kyrgyz yurt accompanied by an enlightening folklore show.
Experience a night in a comfortable house.

Today we are going to Son-Kul. En route, we will have lunch in Kochkor and drive to Son-Kul. Son-Kul is a mountain lake in central Tian Shan, virtually in the center of Kyrgyzstan. The name is translated from Kyrgyz as -the last lake. Son Kul lies at an altitude of 3016m above sea level. Son Kul is Kyrgyzstan's second-largest lake. The average temperature is only -3,5C. in summer +11C. In the summer Son Kul is still relatively chilly because of the high altitude, with temperatures averaging only 11C and dipping below freezing at night. there is no electricity and running water up at the jailoo, this makes Son-Kul a prime destination for those wanting to live like a nomad for a couple of days. Yurts are filled with thick mattresses and blankets, and there are outdoor toilets not far from yurt camps. There are yurt camps that are specifically organized for visitors and there are also the yurts of local shepherds who live at Son Kul.
Overnight in yurt.

Breakfast in the midst of nature.
A leisurely walk in the surroundings.
For those interested, there is an opportunity for horseback riding.
Lunch in a yurt.
After lunch, a departure from Son-Kul to the village of Kochkor (113 km, 2-3 hours). Short excursion in the vicinity of the village.
Enjoy a satisfying traditional dinner.
Overnight stay at a guesthouse in Kochkor.

Departure towards Kochkor-Bishkek (196 km, 3-4 hours drive).
Lunch at a cafe.
City walk.
Visit the vibrant Eastern bazaar, and souvenir shopping.
Farewell, dinner with new friends.
Drop off in your hotel.