10 Tours in Cholpon Ata That You Shouldn't Miss

This tour of Kyrgyzstan is designed to be a fun, interesting and culturally fascinating experience, with a big focus on outdoor adventures. This brand new 14-day tour of Kyrgyzstan will start off in the surprisingly cosmopolitan ex-Soviet city of Bishkek, before heading into the mountains at Chong Kemin. We’ll then drive to the high alpine lake of Song Kul, where we will have the chance to go horse trekking and hiking around the lake, and learn more about the nomadic shepherds that call this area home. Staying in a yurt is a real Kyrgyz experience that you’re sure to love. The next stop is Tong, on the edge of Issyk Kul. We’ll spend a few days taking part in eagle hunting demonstrations, learning how to build a yurt and checking out some traditional folklore shows. Afterwards it’s onto Karakol, with a detour through the rock formations at Fairytale Canyon and the Seven Bulls. The next destination of Jyrgalan is sure to become one of your favourite places on the planet.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Two litres of bottled or filtered water per person, per day. Entrance fees to museums

Exclusions: International airfares to and from Bishkek., Travel insurance, Any meals or snacks not included in itinerary, Alcoholic beverages

This tour covers all those important sites and famous cities around Issyk-Kul lake, and tourists will experience the traditional nomadic culture. We will first visit the Burana Tower, which is located along the important branch of the Silk Road. It is now UNESCO World heritage. In Cholpon-Ata, we will visit the World Nomad Games, the open-air museum of petroglyphs, Issyk-Kul State Historical and Cultural Museum. In Karakol, you will find The Russian Orthodox Cathedral and Dungan Mosque; it is also a famous hiking and skiing base. Also we will visit Jety Oguz gorge, Barskoon gorge and Fairy Tale Canyon. You will also experience the traditional nomadic culture in eagle hunting observation, visit to horse breeding farm. Upon request, tourist group can also stay in Yurt. Each group can specify its requirement. There are many other local attractions around Issyk-Kul Lake (for example, hotsprings, traditional handcrafted workshop, visiting traditional Dungan village, etc.)

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, English, Chinese or Russian speaking guide; Transportation throughout the journey; Entrance fee

Exclusions: Personal insurance; Any other activity charges not mentioned in the program

This brilliant 1 day tour is an absolute gem for those who want to see one of the most beautiful lakes in the world but has a limited time in Kyrgyzstan. When gliding along the endless blue water on the boat you will admit that the distance you’ve just gone through to get here was absolutely worth it! Today you will feed your soul at the sites like Burana Tower, Historical museum and Rukh Ordo, try the national cuisine and make lifetime memories on the lake itself!

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide, Lunch, Admissions: Tower, museums, boat ride.

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This tour covers all those important sites and famous cities around Issyk-Kul lake. Along the road to the lake, we will first visit the Burana Tower, which marks the original site of the Karakhanid town, Balasagun. Located along the important branch of the Silk Road, it is now UNESCO World heritage. Later we will visit a city of the north shore – Cholpon-Ata, where the World Nomad Games are held. There you will also find an open-air museum of petroglyphs, Issyk-Kul State Historical and Cultural Museum. In Karakol, you will find The Russian Orthodox Cathedral and Dungan Mosque. Karakol is also a famous hiking and skiing base. Then we will travel to Jety Oguz gorge, Barskoon gorge and Fairy Tale Canyon. There are many other local attractions around Issyk-Kul Lake (for example, hotsprings, eagle hunting observation, traditional handcrafted workshop, visiting traditional Dungan village, etc.). Each group can specify its requirement.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Guide; Entrance fee for sites and museums; Transportation throughout the whole journey

Exclusions: Personal insurance; Any other activity charges not mentioned in the program

IS THIS TOUR FOR YOU? Trip Type: Small and Big Group Group trips average __ travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The minimum is usually no less than 4, and the maximum is no more than 60 but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details. Travel Style: Classic All of the sightseeing, culture, access, and You-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price. Service Level: Standard Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport. Physical Grading: 2 - Light Light walking and nothing too challenging.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3*/4*Hotel accommodation in double/ twin room sharing;, All transfers and full transportation services in an air-conditioned vehicles;, Bullet train economy class tickets (Kok-Tas, Tas-Sam & Buk-Tas), English (another languages are available upon guest request )-speaking guide;, Entrance fees to sights, museums, mausoleums; , 0.5mL mineral water per day/person;

Exclusions: International and Domestic air fare to/from , Lunches and dinners (HB + 100 USD pp) (FB + 210 USD pp), Tips for local staff;, Any services not included in the above itinerary;

Trip Type: Small and Big Group Group trips average __ travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The minimum is usually no less than 4, and the maximum is no more than 50 but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details. Central Asia Three stans - stretches from the Caspian Sea in the west to China in the east and from Afghanistan in the south to Russia in the north. It is also colloquially referred to as "the -stans" as the countries generally considered to be within the region all have names ending with the Persian suffix "-stan", meaning "land of". Central Asia has historically been closely tied to its nomadic peoples and the Silk Road. It has acted as a crossroads for the movement of people, goods, and ideas between Europe, Western Asia, South Asia, and East Asia. The Silk Road connected Muslim lands with the people of Europe, India, and China. 

Inclusions: 3*/4*Hotel accommodation in double/ twin room sharing;, All transfers and full transportation services in an air-conditioned vehicles;, Bullet train - economy class tickets, English(upon guest request another languages)-speaking guide;, Entrance fees to sights, museums, mausoleums;, 0.5mL mineral water and sweet fresh fruit per day/person;, Breakfasts at hotel

Exclusions: International and Domestic air fare to/from, Meals (Half Board + 100$ p.p. and Full Board with folk show +200$ p.p.), Any services not included in the above itinerary

Join this tour to experience not only natural beauty of Kyrgyzstan, but also the culture and lifestyle of its traditional nomadic people. It is an ideal package for those who have few days for an escape to nature and refreshment. Our professional guides will provide you with in-depth knowledge of the geography, as well as mentalities, livelihood and culture of the local communities.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Travel insurance

Issyk-Kul lake is the second biggest alpine lake in Central Asia. Yssyk-Kul in translation is a hot lake because it does not freeze in winter.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Accomodation in guest house in Issyk-Kul lake., Meals (2 lunches, 1 dinner)

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Issyk-Kul lake is the pearl of Kyrgyzstan. The name of the lake literally means “hot lake” because of the warm and salty water and not being frozen even in winter. Issyk-Kul is in the top of the must-visit destinations of the country and any local person can confirm it. The lake is located between the ranges of the Northern Tien- Kungoy Ala-Too and Terskey Ala-Too at an altitude of 1609 m above sea level and is considered as the second-largest alpine lake.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Water

Exclusions: Lunches and Dinners, Early check in, Single supplement, Personal expenses, Air ticket

Issyk Kul is the second largest alpine lake in the world. And this incredible 5 day journey has been designed to become one of the best trips of your lifetime! 11 destinations and numerous experiences. Not being the longest one this tour implies all the authentic activities that you would experience only in Kyrgyzstan. Five beautiful and intense days around the charming and boundless lake will get you through its both sides: from the modern resorts on the northern coast, to the wild and pristine nature on the southern. You will be trying the national cuisine, riding a horse up to the waterfalls, sailing the endless lake on the boat, sleeping in a yurt, seeing wild animals, visiting museums with parks, roaming the canyons with gorges and so much more! Spend your unforgettable vacation this stunning way embarking on the tour which is a real treasure!

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide, All the experiences and activities due to the program

Exclusions: Accommodation on the 5th night