Issyk-Kul classic, 5 days
Bishkek – Burana – Cholpon-Ata – Jeti-Oguz – Karakol. Lake days, petroglyphs and the red canyons of the south shore.
Day-by-day itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival in Bishkek
Airport pick-up, city walk along Ala-Too square, briefing on the route.
- Day 2
Burana and the north shore
The 11th-century Burana tower, balbal stones, drive to Cholpon-Ata.
- Day 3
Petroglyphs and the lake
Open-air petroglyph museum, beach afternoon, sunset over the Kungey range.
- Day 4
Jeti-Oguz and Karakol
Red sandstone cliffs, Karakol wooden mosque and the Orthodox cathedral.
- Day 5
Return to Bishkek
South shore drive, Boom gorge, transfer to the airport.
Included
- Transport with driver
- Guide (EN/RU)
- Hotels and a guesthouse
- Breakfasts
- Entrance fees
Not included
- International flights
- Lunches and dinners
- Personal expenses