6 days 5 night Winter Kyrgyzstan
Duration
6 days
Max Group Size
12
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
Tour Overview
Experience the magic
of mountainous Kyrgyzstan in winter, with snowy landscapes, yurt
camping, cultural encounters, and alpine adventures. On this tour, we will
visit Burana Tower, help a local family in Kyzyl-Tuu village assemble a nomadic
yurt camp, explore Skazka Canyon, experience eagle hunting, enjoy horse sleigh
rides, and stay overnight in a traditional yurt camp in Jeti Oguz. We will also
discover the legendary Maiden’s Braid waterfall, explore Karakol city, and
enjoy mineral hot springs at Cholpon-Ata.
This winter tour
around Issyk-Kul will make you fall in love with Kyrgyzstan’s mountains,
culture, and traditions.
Route
Starts from
Bishkek
Ends in
Bishkek
Pickup Location
Bishkek
Dropoff Location
Bishkek
Highlights
Itinerary
We will meet at the
airport and transfer to our hotel in Bishkek. After settling in, we will
explore the city highlights, including central streets, parks, and squares, and
learn about the history and culture of the Kyrgyz people.
Accommodation: 3★ hotel Alpinist or similar, Bishkek
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we
will depart from our hotel at 08:00 and head to the historic Burana Tower, a
preserved remnant of the medieval city of Balasagyn (11th–13th centuries).
Next, we will transfer
to Chon Kemin Nature Park for a magical winter experience: horse sleigh rides
through the snowy valley. Dinner and overnight stay will be at a cozy
guesthouse.
Accommodation: Guesthouse Kok Archa,
Chon Kemin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we
will transfer to the south shore of Issyk Kul Lake.
In Kyzyl-Tuu Village,
we will have lunch with a local family and help them assemble a traditional
Kyrgyz yurt, learning stories and customs of nomadic life.
Next, we will visit
Bokonbaevo Village for an eagle hunting demonstration, then continue to
the magical Skazka Canyon, famous for its unusual rock formations.
In the evening, we
will arrive at Jeti Oguz Valley for dinner and an overnight stay at a
traditional yurt camp, enjoying a true winter nomadic experience.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Jeti
Oguz
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we
will transfer to the Karakol Ski Resort, where we will have about three hours
of free time for skiing, snowboarding, or simply enjoying the alpine scenery.
Next, we will drive to
Karakol for lunch, then continue to Cholpon-Ata to relax in the mineral hot
spring pool. Dinner will be served at a local restaurant, and we will stay
overnight at a guesthouse.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in
Cholpon-Ata
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we
will visit the impressive Rukh Ordo Cultural Complex to explore Kyrgyz culture,
history, and art.
We will then transfer
back to Bishkek, stopping along the way for lunch with a local Dungan family in
Tokmok. Upon arrival, we will enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant and
transfer to our hotel.
Accommodation: 3★ hotel Alpinist or similar, Bishkek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at the
hotel, we will transfer to the airport for your departure, taking home
unforgettable memories of winter landscapes, cultural experiences, and Kyrgyz
hospitality.
Meals: Breakfast
Trip includes
Included
Accommodation:
2 nights in 3★ hotels, 3 nights in guesthouses
- English speaking
guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
EnglishMeals:
5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
According to group size 4wd car, minivan. minibus
- Entrance fees:
Burana Tower, Skazka Canyon, Rukh Ordo, Petroglyphs, Karakol Ski Resort
cable car
- Horse sleighing in Chon Kemin
- Yurt assembly
demonstration in Kyzyl-Tuu
- Picture with a Golden Eagle
- Mineral hot
spring pool in Cholpon-Ata
- Airport transfers
Excluded
- Optional horse riding
- Eagle hunting show (optional)
- Insurance
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
at Karakol Ski Resort (ski/snowboard rental, other activities)
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