Journey around Issyk-Kul

Tour dates: 14-20 and 22-28 July.

Your impressions:

• You will visit Konorchek Canyon, where you will feel like the characters of the American Western, in which the heroes hunt for Indian gold. Stunning landscapes of rocks of red shades will impress you on the very first day of the trip.
• You will climb the mountainous pastures of the indigenous peoples of Kyrgyzstan - Jailoo. In the Semyonovsky and Grigorievsky gorges, get acquainted with the life of nomads and appreciate the nature of these places.
• A walk along the Jeta Oguz gorge to the canonical view of Yeltsin Peak (5168m) and a panorama of red cliffs "Seven Bulls" will make the day unforgettable.
• The fairy tale canyons and Mars will immerse you in an alien atmosphere. You will visit them closer to sunset, when the colors of the relief are revealed as juicy as possible.
• Rest on the banks of Issyk-Kul and in the thermal springs will be a pleasant part of relaxation after impressing days.
• A visit to the authentic animal market in Karakol will immerse you in the true atmosphere of life of the local people. Once a week at dawn and only on Sundays there is an unforgettable excitement.
• Every day you can admire the reflections of the mountains in the waters of Issyk-Kul and taste the national cuisine.
• Stock up with flash drives and free space on your smartphone - you have to make a lot of enchanting photos and impressions!

TOUR PROGRAMME

Day 1: Bishkek – Cholpon-Ata

9-00 gathering of tour participants in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. If you arrive in advance, we will pick you up at the hotel. Today begins your journey around Issyk-Kul, prepare for a lot of impressions and emotions, and of course, do not forget to charge your smartphones and cameras. We will not linger in stuffy Bishkek, but immediately take a course in the direction of the lake. The first stop today will be an acquaintance with the Burana Tower and the "garden of stones" - an architectural monument of the X century located on the Silk Road. Lunch and meet the group. You will be able to explore the Konorchek Canyons. The road to them will immerse you in associations with the heroes of the western “McKenna Gold”. Walking along a deserted riverbed surrounded by mountains and overcoming small obstacles, you will find yourself among a huge number of red rocks. Photos from these places will amaze your friends and acquaintances. The main thing is to bring more water. The duration of the walk will be about 3-4 hours. Return to the parking lot, a little rest, a snack of fruit. Transfer to the hotel of Cholpon-Ata village. Settlement. After changing your clothes, you can go to swim at Lake Issyk-Kul. Night at the hotel.

Day 2: Cholpon-Ata - Karakol

Breakfast. Today will be devoted to exploring the two most famous and beautiful gorges of the northern shore of Issyk-Kul - Semenovsky and Grigorievsky. Gradually, you will rise to a height of 2300 meters, where Jailoo is located - high-mountain pastures, which are arranged by the indigenous peoples of Kyrgyzstan. Snow-white yurts against the background of bright green grass and mountains at 360 degrees. A little trekking through the valley to the mountain lake. Photography with falcons and riding horses (optional). Lunch in the yurt. Tasting dishes of national cuisine. After lunch we continue our journey and make stops in the most beautiful places. You can also buy a very tasty and varied honey directly from beekeepers. Then you will visit the thermal springs and, if desired, swim in Issyk-Kul. Relax at the end of the day is always pleasant and gentle. Arrival in Karakol, check-in at the hotel. Night at the hotel.

Day 3: Karakol - Jeti-Oguz

In the morning, before dawn, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in absolute ethnicity. If you wish, you can visit the animal market. This place with its unique atmosphere, where on Sundays from all over the district are brought for sale cattle. The cattle market in Karakol is a cult place among farmers on the southern shore of Issyk Kul. Breakfast. Then you will go to Jeti Oguz Canyon. Here you will see from different angles the natural attraction of the red rocks "Seven Bulls". Lunch in nature. Walk to the canonical panoramic view of Yeltsin Peak (5168m). The duration of the walking part of the trekking is about 3-4 hours. Return to Karakol. Night at the hotel.

Day 4: Karakol - Issyk-Kul - Fairy Tale Canyon

Breakfast. Visit to the Przewalski Museum. Transfer to the hotel on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. Check-in and lunch. Today, the day is less active, so you can swim in the lake longer. After 16:00 and before sunset, you will explore the relief and shades of Fairy Tale Canyon. Castles of red color and colorful bends of rocks will immerse your imagination in the themes of alien origin. Explore a variety of view points, climb the most interesting elevations, feel the scope and grandeur of the picture around you! Return and night at the hotel.

Day 5: Issyk-Kul - Mars Canyon

Breakfast. In the first half rest on Lake Issyk-Kul. Lunch. After lunch, you will visit Mars Canyon. It looks a bit like yesterday’s story, but it’s completely different. They can't be compared. The grandeur and grandeur of the creations of nature must be seen with your own eyes. Return and night at the hotel.

Day 6: Issyk-Kul - Bishkek

Breakfast. Hotel eviction. Most of today will take the road to Bishkek. It will not be easy to part with Issyk-Kul, the magic of its clear waters and snow-white peaks in reflection will forever remain in your heart. Arrival and check-in at the Damas International Hotel. After a little rest and taking a shower from the way, you will go to dinner in the best ethno-complex in Bishkek. We relax, share impressions, buy souvenirs and study the museum of the complex. Night at the Damas Hotel.

Day 7: Bishkek

Hotel eviction. Independent transfer to the airport (Yandex taxi works perfectly in the city). End of program.

1. All movements along the route, including throwing into the mountains;
2. Accommodation in hotels and yurt camps;
3. Program meals;
4. Recreation fees at protected facilities;
5. Entrance tickets along the route
6. The tour guides work.