Overview

Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan is a cool city where you can see old Soviet stuff and traditional nomadic things. The city is surrounded by the Ala-Too Mountains. You will see roads with trees and lively markets like Osh Bazaar. Bishkek has places like Ala-Too Square and the State History Museum. The city also has parks. Bishkek is a place to start your trip, to Kyrgyzstan because it has a lot of different things to see and do. The city is full of surprises it has a lot of history. The people are very friendly. Let Serene World help you when you visit this place in Central Asia.

Trip Highlights

The "Pearl of Central Asia": Experience the majestic Issyk-Kul Lake, the world’s second-largest alpine lake. You’ll explore both the vibrant northern shore and the rugged, scenic southern shore for a complete lakeside experience.
Ancient Silk Road Heritage: Journey back in time with visits to the Burana Tower, an 11th-century architectural wonder, and the diverse cultural landmarks of Karakol, including the unique Dungan Mosque and the Wooden Orthodox Church.
High-Altitude Adventure: Elevate your trip at the Karakol Ski Resort. Situated at 2,500m, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of 5,000m peaks and the shimmering blue waters of Issyk-Kul from its highest skiing points.
Authentic Nomadic Traditions: Witness a spectacular Eagle or Falcon hunting show, a powerful display of the ancient partnership between nomads and birds of prey that has been preserved for centuries.

Short Itinerary

Day 1
Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek
Day 2
Day 2: Issyk kul Lake Tour
Day 3
Day 3: Karakol City Tour
Day 4
Day 4: Karakol Ski Resort
Day 5
Day 5: Transfer to Bishkek
Day 6
Day 6: Departure Day

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bishkek

When you get to Bishkek Airport get your bags. Look for the person from Serene World. They will be standing outside the airport building with a sign that has your name on it. After that you will get a ride to your hotel. Check in at 14:00. Then you will go to Ala-Archa National Park. It is really beautiful there. You will walk through a gorge with mountains all around you. When you are done walking in the mountains you will go back to the city. Have a big hot lunch. After lunch you will go see some sights. You will go to Oak Park and Ala-Too Square. You will also see the Philharmonic Hall and Victory Square. At the end of the day you will go to Osh Bazaar. It is a fun place. Then you will go back, to your hotel. Stay there for the night.

Meals:Dinner
Accommodation:Budget Hotel in Bishkek

Day 2: Issyk kul Lake Tour

After you eat breakfast at the hotel you will leave for Issyk-Kul Lake. This lake is really something. It is the largest lake in the mountains in the world. On the way to the lake you can visit the Burana Tower. This tower is very old. It was built in the century. The Burana Tower is also the thing still standing from the old city of Balasagun, which was an important stop on the Silk Road. You will eat lunch in the middle of the day. Then you will keep driving to Issyk-Kul Lake. The water in this lake is very clear. It never freezes, even when it is very cold in the winter. When you get to the lake you can look at the mountains. Then you will eat dinner. Stay overnight at a hotel that is right on the lake. Issyk-Kul Lake is a place to visit. You will really like the scenery, around Issyk-Kul Lake.

Meals:Dinner
Accommodation:Budget Hotel in Bishkek

Day 3: Karakol City Tour

After having breakfast at your hotel head to the town of Karakol. Your trip starts with a visit to the museum in Cholpon-Ata. This museum is home to rock carvings and old artifacts. When you arrive in Karakol you will go on a city tour. The tour includes the Przhevalsky Museum. You will also see the made Wooden Orthodox Church. The Dungan Mosque is another stop on the tour. This mosque is famous, for its Chinese-style architecture. The day ends with dinner and a night at your hotel.

Meals:Dinner
Accommodation:Budget Hotel in Bishkek

Day 4: Karakol Ski Resort

You have your breakfast at the hotel. Then you meet your World guide. They take you to the Karakol Ski Resort. This resort is really good. It is 2,500 meters above the sea. The town is 7 kilometers away. The Karakol Ski Resort is famous for how nice its naturally. If you want to go to the top the highest point you can ski is 3,040 meters high. From there you can see high mountains that are 5,000 meters high. You can also see the Issyk-Kul Lake. It is very blue. After skiing all day your guide takes you back, to Karakol. You spend the night there. Get some rest. The Karakol Ski Resort is a place to visit. You will have a lot of fun at the Karakol Ski Resort.

Meals:Dinner
Accommodation:Budget Hotel in Bishkek

Day 5: Transfer to Bishkek

You will have breakfast. Then you will start going back to Bishkek. You will be traveling along the nice southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. This is a chance to see a real Eagle or Falcon hunting show. This is something that people have been doing for a long time and it is a big part of the nomadic tradition. You will have lunch in the middle of the day. After that you will keep driving through all the landscapes until you get back, to the capital. In the evening you will have a dinner to say goodbye. This dinner is to celebrate your trip. After dinner you will spend one night at your hotel.

Meals:Dinner
Accommodation:Budget Hotel in Bishkek

Day 5: Departure Day

You will have a breakfast at your hotel. Then you will check out. Go to the airport. You will take the memories of your time with World with you. We hope you have a flight. Your trip to Kyrgyzstan with Serene World is now over. We hope the memories of your Kyrgyzstan adventure, with World will stay with you forever.

Meals:

Tour Inclusions

What's Included

  • Accommodation in Budget hotels
  • Daily breakfast and dinner
  • All transfers in AC vehicle
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Airfare/train tickets
  • Personal expenses
  • Lunch unless specified
  • Entrance fees to monuments