Your journey starts in Bishkek, heading east to the legendary Issyk-Kul Lake, a stunning mountain sea that never freezes. Continue to Karakol for rich local culture and historic architecture. Next, explore the striking red sandstone formations of the Jety-Oguz Gorge, followed by the cascading waterfalls and deep pine forests of the scenic Barskoon Gorge.

Wind down in the tranquil southern village of Tamga, renowned for its relaxed lakeside atmosphere and traditional hospitality, before completing your unforgettable loop back to Bishkek.









Excursion
1

Arrival in Bishkek. Transfer to a guest house.
Sightseeing: Oak Park - city center. It is also known as Dubovy Park. Today it is one of the favorite places among tourists in Bishkek.
Ala -Too Square is the central square in Bishkek. The square serves as a place for state events and celebrations. In 2008, it was the site of a memorial ceremony for world-renowned Kyrgyz writer Chinghiz Aitmatov.
Philharmonic Hall – situated at the top of Rose Alley.
Statue of Manas (Manas, the legendary Kyrgyz hero of a thousand years ago). Manas is the classic centerpiece of Kyrgyz literature, and parts of it are often recited at Kyrgyz festivities by specialists in the epic, called Manaschi.
Victory Square. In the centre of Victory Square stands the Victory monument, a memorial which was completed in 1984. Usually, the main festival events are held in Bishkek at the eternal flame, on Victory Square, with a guard of honor, forces of the Kyrgyz garrison, and a military band.
State History Museum is located at Ala-Too Square. Historical Museum Bishkek is a perfect display of the Kyrgyz people and the history of the country of Kyrgyzstan. The Historical Museum Bishkek is considered one of the most impressive historical museums of the country, as it displays the entire history of the Kyrgyz from their nomadic life to the 1940’s war. The State Historical Museum of Bishkek is a museum worth visiting both by tourists and natives.
Overnight in a guest house. 

2

In the morning, transfer to Issyk-Kul Lake ( 260 km ). En route, visit the Burana tower, which marks the original site of the Karakhanid town, Balasagun. The entire site, including the mausoleums, castle foundations, and grave markers, now functions as a museum, and there is a small building on the site containing historical information as well as artifacts found at the site and in the surrounding region.
Continue driving to Issyk-Kul. Arrival to Issyk-Kul; accommodation in a guest house on the North Shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.
Issyk Kul is one of the most wonderful lakes in the world, located in the north-eastern part of the Kyrgyz Republic. Issik Kul is translated as “Hot Lake”. There are different and incredible touristic areas, such as Zheti Oguz, Broken Heart Mountain and Gregorievka Gorge. There are various boarding houses, sanatoriums, and hotels with the most modern conveniences. There are many activities that entertain people on the beach. Windsurfing, scooters, aqua parks, parachutes, and rides on boats and ships. You may also go to Issik Kul in winter as well. There are also spots for alpinism where people enjoy incredible landscapes. 

3

Drive to Karakol.
In Cholpon-Ata, visit open-air art gallery of stone, said to date from 500 BC – 100 AD, they depict wolves, long-horned ibex, goats, horses, snow leopards, sacrifices and some hunting scenes.
Arrival in Karakol. Visit the wooden Russian Orthodox church; the Dungan mosque is one of the most famous places in Karakol town. The most interesting thing is that it is built without a single nail. More than 100 years ago, there was a Chinese master who lived in this town. Dungans are people from china who had Muslim religion. The construction was made of bricks and wood. The wooden sticks were curved in a special way in order not to use any nails and to have a very stable building. The whole mosque is decorated with different ornaments made of wood.
Prezhevalsky Museum. The museum of M.V. Prezhevalsky is situated not far from the Karakol town. The museum is devoted to the great explorer of Central Asia - Nicolay Mikhailovich Prezhevalsky. He was one of the world's greatest explores and his biggest achievements were the crossing of the great desert Taklamakan and the discovery of more than 4000 animals, including the Horse of Prezhevalsky.
M.V. Prezhevalsky died in Karakol town because of a fatal disease. His last wish was to be buried on the Shore of Issyk Kul Lake. He said that it was the most beautiful place that he had seen in his life.
Overnight in Karakol. 

4

In the morning, drive to Jety-Oguz Gorge, or 'Seven Bulls' which welcomes its guests near the river at the altitude of 2200m. It is located on the Northern slope of the Terskey Ala-Too range. The unique mountain formation, seven red peaks resembling outraged bulls, gave birth to numerous local legends. Not far up the valley is the Jety Oguz sanatorium. There are often yurts here that can offer accommodation.
Then picnic. Today you can ride a horse or go hiking, enjoying fresh air and the beauty of the place.
Overnight in a yurt camp.

5

Breakfast. After breakfast, start driving to Tamga. Military Health Resort "Tamga", located in the same village on the southern shore of Issyk-kul. Today, the resort acts as the agency of the Ministry of Defense of Kyrgyzstan, but allcomers can live in it.
On the way, visit to Barskoon gorge. One of the most beautiful gorges valley of Kyrgyzstan, Barskoon is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. One of the most beautiful and exciting spectacles presents grandiose waterfalls, which are located in a picturesque forest area. State monument of nature is a waterfall, "Tears"of Bars".  In Barskoon Gorge, you will have a chance to hike up to the waterfall.
The afternoon is free to relax. You can also have a walk to the shore of Issyk Kul Lake and spend some time there. Overnight in a guest house. 

6

 Transfer to Bishkek. Farewell dinner. Overnight in a guest house.

7

Departure.

Breakfast and free time, then checking out in the hotel, if time allows excursion to one of the biggest Osh bazaar to do shopping.


Transfer to the airport. Departure to the next destination.


The end of the tour.

Included
  • Accommodation in standard double rooms in hotels;
  • Transport: all transfers according to the program, in comfortable tourist class transport with air conditioning;
  • Guide services;
  • All entrance tickets to historical sites indicated in the program;
  • Accommodation in a yurt or guesthouse
Not included
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    Air tickets for international flights;
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    Meals: lunch and dinner;
  • *
    Photo and video shooting (professional cameras);
  • *
    Horses except horseback riding tours
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Notes

- Check-in 14.00, check-out time 11.00. No early check-in/ late check-out is included unless indicated;

- Please note that the tour price does not include seasonal VAT 15 %, VAT can be added to the basic tour price.

- Please note that the drivers do not speak English or can speak only basic English;

- All the changes in the basic itinerary, the timing for transfers depending on the international flight departure/arrival time are to be discussed and pre-agreed;

- Please note that the train trip/s can be replaced for transfer/s by car depending on train tickets availability and trains schedule;

- After the date of publication, any changes in the hotels, air/train ticket prices, tax increase, and exchange rate fluctuation may influence the tour prices;

- Anur Tour is not responsible for the force majeure occasions (weather conditions during the tour, repairing-reconstructing works at some parts of roads, government restrictions).