Meet your guide and driver in Bishkek (hotel or Manas International Airport). Begin your journey through Kyrgyzstan’s heartland, crossing the dramatic Too-Ashuu Pass and descending into the wide alpine plains of Suusamyr Valley.
Accommodation: guest house in Toktogul
Food: Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~300 km | Driving Time: 5–6 hrs
Altitude: Bishkek city (800 m) → Too Ashuu Pass (3200m) → Suusamyr valley (2200m) → Toktogul city (1000 m)
Road Conditions: Paved mountain roads, scenic passes

After breakfast, drive around 1 hour to the trailhead of Alatay Lake. The route begins with a gradual ascent through open valleys, followed by a scenic climb along a mountain gorge.
You may choose to ride horses instead of hiking if you prefer a more comfortable journey. Horse riding significantly reduces the effort and allows you to reach the lake faster while enjoying the landscapes at an easier pace. Upon reaching Alatay Lake, enjoy lunch on the shore while admiring or swimming in the crystal-clear turquoise water framed by high peaks
After lunch, begin the descent back to the starting point and return to Toktogul by car. In the evening, drive to the local beach on Toktogul Reservoir and enjoy a relaxing swim to finish the day.
Accommodation: the same guest house
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~50 - 60 km | Driving Time: 2 hrs
Hiking distance: approx. 15–18 km round-trip / 5–6 hours
Optional: Horse riding is strongly recommended and available for a more comfortable experience.
Altitude: Alatay lake (~2200 m)
Road Conditions: Mixed (mostly paved, final stretch gravel)

Travel south across the Fergana foothills toward the historical city of Osh. En route, stop in Uzgen to see a well-preserved 11th-century minaret and Karakhanid mausoleums. Arrive in Osh for a relaxed evening or a stroll through the bustling bazaar. Optional visit to Sulaiman-Too Sacred Mountain and museum (time permitting).
Accommodation: Guest house in Osh city
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~320 km | Driving Time: 6–7 hrs
Altitude: Osh (~1000 m)
Road Conditions: Paved, some winding mountain segments

A true overland adventure! Drive across the wild and remote Ferghana Range. The journey to Kazarman ( very remote village ) rewards you with unforgettable landscapes and a real taste of life in Kyrgyzstan’s remote highlands. Pure mountain landscapes, off-the-beaten-path adventure in a remote mountain roads with changing conditions.
Accommodation: Guest House in Kazarman village
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~250 km | Driving Time: 6–7 hrs
Altitude: Kazarman (~1300 m)
Road Conditions: Remote mountain road, unpaved and rugged

Ascend through winding mountain roads to reach the ethereal Son-Kul Lake. This is one of the most scenic and memorable driving days of the entire journey. Spend the night in a traditional yurt camp on the lakeshore, surrounded by grazing animals and nomadic herders. Enjoy traditional Kyrgyz cuisine and star-filled skies.
Accommodation: yurt camp on the lakeshore
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~240 km | Driving Time: 6–7 hrs
Altitude: Son-Kul Lake (3016 m)
Road Conditions: Mountain roads, gravel and unpaved

Experience the traditional nomadic way of travel as you ride on horseback from the high alpine lake of Son-Kul down to the Kyzart Valley. Your luggage will be transported by car to Kyzart village. Traverse sweeping mountain passes, take in panoramic views of vast pastures and snowcapped peaks, and descend through wildflower-covered slopes to the village of Kyzart. Your local horse guide will lead the way as you journey through one of Kyrgyzstan's most authentic landscapes. (Horse riding route depends on weather condition) Overnight in a cozy guesthouse or yurt in Kyzart.
Accommodation: guest house in Kyzart village
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~15–18 km (by horses)|Riding Time: 4–5 hrs
Altitude: Son-Kul (3016 m) → Kyzart (~2200 m)
Route: Over Tuz Ashuu Pass

Travel to the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Visit the salt mines for a therapeutic underground experience, possibility to stop just to buy some local souvenirs. Drive along the Orto Tokoy water reservoir. Optional cultural experiences can be arranged, such as a traditional eagle hunting demonstration, yurt-building process, or local handicraft workshop.In the evening swim in the lake.
Accommodation: yurt in the southern shore of the lake
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~150 km | Driving Time: 3–4 hrs
Altitude: Bokonbaev (~1800 m)
Road Conditions: Good paved roads

Travel along Issyk-Kul’s southern shoreline, stopping at Skazka Canyon—a surreal landscape of wind-shaped red rocks. Continue to Jeti Oguz, known for its red sandstone cliffs like the “Broken Heart.” End the day in Karakol, a historic town at the foot of the Terskey Alatau mountains.
Accommodation: guest house in Karakol city
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~160 km | Driving Time: 4–5 hrs
Altitude: Karakol (~1700 m)
Road Conditions: Paved roads, some gravel tracks to canyons

Visit local museum, Orthodox Church and Dungan mosque in Karakol. Drive along Issyk-Kul’s scenic northern shore. On the way, stop at the hot springs for a warm mineral soak. Arrive in Cholpon Ata, a lakeside resort town, ideal for relaxing by the beach or enjoying the sunset over the water. Visit the petroglyphs. Optional boat ride on Issyk-Kul Lake (weather dependent).
Accommodation: guest house in Cholpon Ata village
Food: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner
Distance: ~130 km | Driving Time: 3–4 hrs
Altitude: Cholpon Ata (~1600 m)
Road Conditions: Paved

Return to Bishkek with a hike into Kok Moynok Canyon, often called Kyrgyzstan’s Grand Canyon for its stunning red formations. Later, stop at the Burana Tower, a UNESCO-protected site dating back to the 10th century, before arriving in the capital. The hike is optional and can be skipped for a relaxed return to Bishkek.
Accommodation: not included.
Food: Breakfast / Lunch.
Distance: ~280 km | Driving Time: 5–6 hrs
Altitude: Bishkek (800 m)
Road Conditions: Paved