The north of Kyrgyzstan is undoubtedly one of the most colorful and tourist areas of the country. This is an almost obligatory trip, marked by the visit to the great Issyk-Kul and Son-Kul lakes.
It is a cultural trip in which you will be able to see some of the most amazing traditions of the country, in a shocking setting of high mountains with a unique and exuberant fauna and nature.
It is a compendium of the nomadic culture and the traditional life of the mountain peoples and a fusion of wildlife, flora and fauna. You will be able to appreciate how the Kyrgyz people combine their ancestral traditions and customs with the comforts of modern life.
Visit sites of natural and cultural interest both in the north of Kyrgyzstan and in the south of the country and enjoy the different climates and contrasts.
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Upon arrival to Bishkek transfer to the hotel. After some rest sightseeing tour during it we will see the most significant places of Bishkek.
On the way to Cholpon-Ata, we visit Burana tower (beginning of 11 century), the minaret of ancient city Balasagun, local museum, and also balbals (memorial monuments). Demonstration of Kyrgyz national horse games in Don-Aryk village (Ulak -Tartush, Tuin Enmey, At Chabush, Oodarush). Continue driving to Cholpon-Ata visiting an open-air museum of Petroglyphs (II BC – VIII AD).
After breakfast transfer to Karakol. 10 km before Karakol visiting museum, grave, and monument of Przhevalsky (greatest scientist and traveler of the 19th century). City tour around Karakol visiting mosque made in a Chinese style, Russian Orthodox Church and antique shop. Dinner in a local Uigur or Dungan family, before dinner lagman/or similar show, the hostess will teach us how to make handmade noodles.
Right after breakfast drive to Altyn Arashan gorge, for this trip we are going to use Russian UAZ. Drive up is very beautiful but road is quite difficult. “Altyn” in Kyrgyz language means “gold” “arashan” means hot springs. You have a chance to take hot thermal (sulfur) bath (looks very soviet and old) or instead of that walk along river valley (altitude approximately 3000 m.).
Today we will cover 260 km by the Southern Shore of Issyk Kul Lake. On the way visit Skazka canyon, with incredible different color lunar landscape. Eagle hunting show will be demonstrated near Bokonbaevo village. The hunter will show and tell us how he trained his birds. Lunch with a family in Bokonbaevo. Next stop in Kochkor village for demonstration of making felt carpets, you also take part in this process. After carpet show you have the opportunity to visit a souvenir shop.
After breakfast drive to the ancient Great Silk Road caravan-serai Tash – Rabat (it was constructed in 12 century as a caravan-serai on the site of an older construction). Upon arrival explore the area.
After breakfast drive to the remote mountainous lake Son-Kul 3016 m. Upon arrival accommodation in a yurt camp, lunch and then explore the area. Son Kul is the second largest lake of Kyrgyzstan, located on a high mountain plateau. Shepherds bring its livestock to here for summer time.
In the morning spend some time at the lake. After this we will drive back to Bishkek. Luch en route. Upon arrival have free time. Farewell dinner.
Drive to the airport. End of the tour.
Enjoy the most beautiful places in Kyrgyzstan, its impressive landscapes and the daily life of nomads. Cities and towns full of charm and traditions. The pleasure of life in contact with nature, joy and color.
Enjoy the most beautiful places in Kyrgyzstan, its impressive landscapes and the daily life of nomads. Cities and towns full of charm and traditions. The pleasure of life in contact with nature, joy and color.
Enjoy the most beautiful places in Kyrgyzstan, its impressive landscapes and the daily life of nomads. Cities and towns full of charm and traditions. The pleasure of life in contact with nature, joy and color.
Visit the favorite places of the inhabitants of Kyrgyzstan, integrate with them and you will get to know their landscapes, culture and history.
The north and south of Kyrgyzstan are completely different. Visit sites of natural and cultural interest both in the north of Kyrgyzstan and in the south of the country and enjoy the different climates and contrasts.
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