Tour title: Adventurous rafting in celestial Kyrgyzstan
Places to visit: Bishkek, Burana, Chon Kemin, Konorchek, Issyk Kul Lake, Grigorievskoye, Semenovskoye, Karakol, Jeti Oguz
Day 1: Bishkek - Burana - Chon Kemin
After being welcomed to Manas International Airport, you will transfer to the capital of Kyrgyzstan. Bishkek it is located at an altitude of 700-900 meters at the foot of the slope of the Kyrgyz Ridge. You will transfer to Bishkek about 30 minutes. You will have a highlight tour today and observe the enchanting attractions of the city: Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Ņentral Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic and many highlights. Then you will departure to amazingly beautiful gorge Chon Kemin. Along the way you will observe and explore the history of the tower Burana. The word "Burana "means "minaret". This is a cultural property of the Kyrgyz people. This day you will also see the "garden of stones", which includes Balbals - ancient stone sculptures of the VI-X centuries. The night will be in home stay.
Day 2: Chon Kemin - Rafting - Horse riding - Chon Kemin
Beautiful Chon Kemin gorge in the North of Kyrgyzstan, stretching along the border with Kazakhstan is rich with the perfect views and has incredible natural sights. You will have today the entertaining adventure rafting along a mountain river! This river is a real Paradise for lovers of rafting. Today you can enjoy a wonderful boat ride, and experienced coaches will tell you how to behave during the tour. It will take about 1 hour plus about 40 minutes for preparations. You will remember this day for a long time. Then you will be invited to have a horseback riding where he route will lead you to the gorgeous mountains. You will have chance to feel yourself as a nomads and have an interesting photos. You will see on the way scenic landscapes discover on the top the vivid panoramic views. After the tour you will ride back to the village. You will rest the night in the homestay.
Day 3: Chon Kemin - Konorchek - Issyk Kul lake northern shore
After breakfast you will drive to pearl of Kyrgyzstan Issyk Kul Lake. En route you will have a hiking in red rock Canyon Konorchek, you will be amazed by its spectacular views. The trip will take about 3 hours. Then you will continue tour with driving to Issyk Kul Lake. By size, it is one of the 25 largest lakes in the world. At an altitude of 1608 meters, the lake is considered one of the most beautiful places for recreation in Kyrgyzstan and the CIS. This lake inspires people with its beauty; the lake is located among mountain ranges and has gorgeous views. The water in Issyk Kul is salty, about 80 rivers flow into the lake and none of them flows out. You will be able to take very beautiful photos today. This night will be in the hotel.
Day 4: Issyk Kul - Grigorievskoye - Semenovskoye - Karakol
Today you will have a tour to ancient stone inscriptions (dating back to 800 B.C.). They depict different styles of painting and goats, ibexes and sunny man. Then you will transfer along the spectacular gorges Grigorievskoe and Semenovskoe! On all sides of the gorge is covered with beautiful juniper trees and you can breathe fresh air, and it is also amazing that they are connected to each other. You go to one place and you go to another. You will also see the yurts and cattle. On the way you will have many photo stops. Then you will departure to Karakol along the north part of the lake Issyk Kul. After coming to Karakol you will see the masterpiece of art Dungan mosque that was erected in 1907-1910. And follow to the last sight of the day an old wooden Orthodox Church. You will rest the night in the hotel.
Day 5: Karakol - Jeti Oguz - Issyk Kul southern shore - Bishkek
Today you will transfer to spectacular gorge of Kyrgyzstan Jeti Oguz gorge, in translation, the gorge means Seven bulls, about which many fairy tales are told. Seven bulls is a picturesque place for recreation and treatment, and thermal springs are located nearby. On the way you will also discover amazing the Broken Heart Mountain. The tour will offer you to climb to the top of the mountains and see the scenic panorama. You will continue your way with driving along the southern shore and stopover in Bokonbaevo village, you will meet today local eagle hunter. He will tell you how he hunts to hares and foxes. You will have an interesting tour know the history and get acquainted with traditions and customs. You will arrive to the capital and spend the night in the hotel.
Day 6: Bishkek - Airport
In the morning is transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax - Mercedes Sprinter
Price per person:
02 pax - 790 $
04 pax - 490 $
06 pax - 385 $
08 pax - 340 $
10 pax - 305 $
Single - 75 $
Early check-in - 35 $
Single early check-in - 60 $
All dinners - 75 $
All lunches and dinners - 150 $
English speaking guide - 400 $ per group
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Chon Kemin - Homestay
Issyk Kul - "Karven" Resort
Karakol - "Green Yard" Boutique Hotel
Bishkek - "Discovery" 3* or "Garden" 4*
- Rafting in Chon Kemin
- Entrances to all museums
- Horse riding in Chon Kemin
- Mineral water during the tour
Service does not include:
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide