Discover Kyrgyzstan – 10 Day Road Trip

Your journey begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Bishkek. Next, drive east and stop at the historic Burana Tower, an 11th-century Silk Road minaret. Next, climb to the top for panoramic views of the Chuy Valley and explore the ancient balbal stones.

Continue to the dramatic Kok Moinok Canyon, often called Kyrgyzstan's "Grand Canyon." Walk among the striking red sandstone formations sculpted by wind and water.

Arrive in Kochkor, a village famous for its traditional felt crafts. Afterward, check into a guesthouse and enjoy dinner.

After breakfast, drive to the trailhead and begin your trek to Kol Ukok Lake (approx. In addition, 4-5 hours). This pristine alpine lake is a hidden gem, offering stunning turquoise waters surrounded by rugged peaks. Enjoy a picnic lunch by the lake.

After exploring Kol Ukok, continue to Kol Tor Lake – another beautiful alpine lake nestled in the mountains. Along the way, the trek offers magnificent mountain vistas and a true sense of wilderness.

After completing your double lake trek, return to Kochkor for overnight.

After breakfast, drive to Song-Kol Lake via the dramatic Kalmak-Ashuu Pass. The first sight of Song-Kol unfolds – a vast turquoise alpine lake surrounded by green meadows and snow-capped peaks.

After lunch at the yurt camp, enjoy afternoon horse riding (2-3 hours) along the lakeshore. Finally, the terrain is gentle and suitable for riders of all experience levels. No horse riding experience is required! Our horses are calm and well-trained.

Settle into a traditional yurt camp on the lakeshore. Next, enjoy a hearty Kyrgyz dinner and spectacular stargazing.

After breakfast, bid farewell to Song-Kol Lake. Drive to Naryn City for lunch, then continue to Tash-Bashat Village. The route takes you through the famous "32 Parrots" Pass (Terskey Torpok Pass), named for its numerous serpentine switchbacks offering spectacular mountain views.

Tash-Bashat is a village deeply connected to Kyrgyz traditions. Check into a guesthouse – your first night with private facilities and Wi-Fi after the yurt camp.

Today's off-road adventure takes you deeper into the mountains toward remote Kel-Suu Lake, near the Chinese border. A border permit is required and included.

The drive takes you through the beautiful At-Bashy Valley, crossing Kyndy Pass (3,500m). Descend into the vast Ak-Say Valley, where you'll see traditional yurts and herders tending to yaks and horses.

Arrive at your yurt camp near Kel-Suu Lake in the late afternoon.

After breakfast, explore the magnificent Kel-Suu Lake. Walk along the shoreline, photograph the turquoise waters against towering cliffs, and absorb the profound silence of this remote location. Optional horse riding is available for an extra fee.

After lunch, drive to Naryn City (approximately 4-5 hours). Check into a guesthouse.

After breakfast, drive to Kochkor, then continue to the dramatic Ak-Say Canyon for a short hike through its "Martian-like" landscapes of red rock formations.

Experience a captivating eagle hunting demonstration with a local berkutchi – an ancient nomadic tradition passed down through generations.

Arrive in Bokonbaevo on the southern shore of Ysyk-Kol Lake. Check into a guesthouse with beautiful views of the "Pearl of Central Asia."

Today you'll explore the spectacular southern shore of Ysyk-Kol Lake:

Skazka Canyon ("Fairy Tale Canyon") – Surreal red, orange, and yellow sandstone formations resembling castles, dragons, and mythical creatures

Barskoon Waterfall – Powerful cascade in a lush gorge; short hike to feel the refreshing mist

Jeti-Oguz Valley – Iconic "Seven Bulls" red rock formation and the legendary "Broken Heart" rock

Drive to Karakol for overnight.

Board a classic Soviet-era UAZ 4×4 vehicle for a rugged off-road journey into the Altyn Arashan Valley ("Golden Spa").

The 16-kilometer off-road journey winds through dense pine forests, crosses mountain streams, and climbs through dramatic terrain.

Upon arrival in the pristine alpine valley (2,500m), enjoy the famous natural hot springs. Soak in the mineral-rich waters surrounded by snow-capped peaks including Palatka Peak (5,200m).

Stay overnight in a guesthouse in the valley.

After breakfast, descend from Altyn Arashan and drive to Karakol, then continue to Bishkek.

The tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel.