Almaty Bishkek tour 7 days 6 nights
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Duration
7 days
Max Group Size
12
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
Age Requirement
- Ages
Tour Overview
Explore the heart of Central Asia on this unforgettable journey from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan.
Visit two vibrant cities — Almaty and Bishkek — and discover breathtaking natural wonders like Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake, Altyn Arashan hot springs, Issyk-Kul Lake, and the iconic Jeti-Oguz Valley.
Experience authentic nomadic culture, sleep in traditional yurts, witness eagle hunting, taste local cuisine, and cross borders through the legendary Tien Shan mountains.
Perfect for: culture lovers, nature seekers, small groups & private tours
Starts in: Almaty ?? | Ends in: Bishkek ??
Route
Starts from
Almaty
Ends in
Bishkek
Pickup Location
Almaty
Dropoff Location
Bishkek
Highlights
Itinerary
Upon arrival in Almaty, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred
to your hotel. We will start the tour with a visit to the central part of the
city, exploring historic buildings, beautiful cathedrals, city squares, and the
famous Almaty Park. The day will end with a visit to Kok Tobe Hill, offering
panoramic views of the city.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Almaty
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
After
breakfast, we will drive to the stunning Charyn Canyon for exploration and
photo opportunities. Then we continue to Saty village where you will enjoy
lunch at a local guesthouse. In the afternoon, we visit Kolsai Lake, a
beautiful alpine lake surrounded by forested mountains, where you can relax and
enjoy the scenery.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Saty Village
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We
start with breakfast and then transfer to the Kegen border post to cross into
Kyrgyzstan on foot. After a picnic lunch in nature, we proceed to Karakol. The
city tour includes visits to the Dungan Mosque, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and
Bugu Bazaar. Dinner will be hosted by a local Dungan family, with an optional
folklore music show to enrich your cultural experience.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel or similar in Karakol
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After
breakfast, we travel to Altyn Arashan Gorge via Soviet-era vehicle, where you
can enjoy natural mineral hot springs and relax. Lunch will be served at a
traditional yurt camp. Returning to Karakol by UAZ vehicle, we then transfer to
Jeti Oguz Valley, famous for its red rock formations. Dinner and overnight will
be at a yurt camp.
In winter, we replace Altyn Arashan with a visit to a ski resort (ski resort
expenses not included).
Accommodation: Yurt camp in Jeti Oguz(in winter time guesthouse)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We
explore the natural wonders of Jeti Oguz Valley including the Broken Heart rock
formation and Maiden’s Braid waterfall by foot or horseback. Then we visit
Barskoon Gorge with a short hike to one of its waterfalls and see the monument
dedicated to cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. After lunch at a yurt café, we stop at
Skazka Canyon before heading to Kaji Say village on the shore of Issyk-Kul
Lake, where you will have free time to relax by the lake.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kaji Say or Bokonbaevo
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
We leave Kaji Say after breakfast and stop in Bokonbaevo village to witness
an eagle hunting demonstration.
Next, we visit Kizil Tuu village to enjoy lunch with a local family and
watch a traditional yurt assembly show.
On the way to Bishkek, we visit the historic Burana Tower in Tokmok. Upon
arrival in Bishkek, dinner will be served at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Bishkek
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After
breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Trip includes
Included
- English-speaking guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Meals: 6 breakfast, 6 lunch, 6 dinner
According to group size 4wd car, minivan. minibus
- Entrance fees (Kok Tobe, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai
Lakes, Burana Tower, Skazka Canyon, Dungan Mosque)
- Yurt assembly show
- Photo with eagle
Excluded
- Lodgings with breakfast (3 nights in Hotels, 2 nights in the guesthouses, 1 in Yurt camp)
- Optional eagle hunting demonstration
- Folklore show
- Insurance
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
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