Nomadic Kyrgyzstan – 5 Days

Your journey begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Bishkek. First, drive to Kyzart Village, approximately 4–5 hours away and known as one of the gateways to Song-Kol Lake. Along the way, you will pass through scenic mountain landscapes and traditional Kyrgyz villages.

Upon arrival, meet your horse and local guide for the next two days. No previous horse riding experience is required because our horses are calm and well trained. Before starting the ride, your guide will explain the basic riding techniques and help you feel comfortable.

Next, begin your horseback journey toward Song-Kol Lake. The trail leads through Tuz Ashuu and continues toward the lake, with approximately 5–6 hours of riding in total. As you climb higher, wide alpine landscapes gradually open around you. Eventually, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Song-Kol Lake surrounded by green meadows and snow-capped mountains.

After the ride, settle into a traditional yurt camp on the lakeshore. Finally, enjoy a hearty Kyrgyz dinner and, if the sky is clear, spectacular stargazing before your first night in the mountains.

Wake early to witness the sunrise over Song-Kol Lake. As the morning light reaches the water, the surrounding mountains and pastures create one of the most peaceful scenes of the journey.

After breakfast, begin a gentle 3–4 hour horseback descent back to Kyzart Village. Once you arrive, say goodbye to your horses and horseman before enjoying lunch in the village.

Afterward, continue by vehicle toward Tash-Bashat Village, with approximately 4–5 hours of driving through scenic mountain landscapes. Meanwhile, the scenery changes from the open pastures of Song-Kol to the valleys of the Naryn Region.

Upon arrival, check into a local guesthouse. Tash-Bashat is closely connected to traditional Kyrgyz rural life. In addition, tonight you can enjoy private facilities and Wi-Fi after your stay in the Song-Kol yurt camp.

Today, the journey continues deeper into the mountains toward remote Kel-Suu Lake near the Chinese border. Because this area lies within a controlled border zone, a border permit is required and is included in the tour.

First, drive through the beautiful At-Bashy Valley. Then, continue across Kyndy Pass at approximately 3,500 m. After crossing the pass, descend into the vast Ak-Say Valley, where traditional yurts, grazing horses and herds of yaks can often be seen.

As you travel farther into the mountains, settlements become fewer and the landscape becomes increasingly wild and remote. Eventually, arrive near Kel-Suu Lake.

Upon arrival, visit the spectacular turquoise lake surrounded by towering cliffs. Here, you can walk along the shoreline, photograph the dramatic scenery and enjoy the remarkable silence of this isolated mountain environment.

Afterward, return to the yurt camp for dinner. Finally, spend the night surrounded by one of Kyrgyzstan's most remote high-altitude landscapes.

After breakfast, enjoy a final morning exploration of Kel-Suu Lake. Take a short walk along the shoreline and capture additional photographs of the surrounding cliffs and turquoise water.

Then, begin the journey north toward Ysyk-Kol Lake. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours. Along the way, pass through Naryn City and cross scenic mountain landscapes before continuing toward the southern shore of Ysyk-Kol.

Eventually, arrive in Bokonbaevo, a village famous for its connection to traditional eagle hunting culture. Upon arrival, check into a local guesthouse and relax after the long mountain drive.

In the evening, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the southern shore and prepare for the final day of your Kyrgyzstan adventure.

After breakfast, begin the final day with a traditional eagle hunting demonstration led by a local berkutchi. During the demonstration, learn about this ancient nomadic tradition that has been passed from one generation to another. In addition, watch how the golden eagle responds to the commands of its handler.

Next, continue to the dramatic Ak-Say Canyon. Here, take a short walk through striking red rock formations and unusual landscapes that are often compared to the surface of Mars.

After exploring the canyon, begin the return journey to Bishkek. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours. Finally, arrive in the capital in the late afternoon, where the tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel.