Welcome to Kyrgyzstan! Your guide meets you at the airport and we begin our scenic drive toward the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. The road is smooth and comfortable with beautiful mountain views throughout the way. Along the way, enjoy the views of snow-covered valleys and traditional Kyrgyz villages.Upon arrival, check in to your cozy lakeside hotel and enjoy the first highlight of the trip — natural open-air hot springs. Warm water, crisp winter air, snow-covered mountains… a perfect start to your winter adventure. If time and weather allow.In the evening if we have time visit the Open Air Petroglyphs Museum.
Accommodation: Hotel in Cholpon Ata
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Driving: 260 km / 4–4.5 hours
Altitude: Bishkek 800 m → Issyk-Kul 1,600 m
Road condition: Good paved road

Today you explore two of the most picturesque winter valleys of the north shore — Grigoriev and Semenov gorges. Snowy fir trees, frozen rivers and clean mountain air create a perfect winter fairy tale.
Lunch is served at a local trout farm where fish is cooked fresh from the water. Short scenic stops and easy walks (20–40 minutes) allow you to enjoy frozen lakes, pine forests, and panoramic viewpoints. By evening you arrive in Karakol, a charming mountain town. A warm and delicious traditional Dungan family dinner awaits you.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Karakol
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving: 180 km / 3–4 hours total
Altitude: 1,600–2,200 m
Road condition: Partly paved, partly snowy mountain roads (accessible & safe)

A full day of winter fun at the Karakol Ski Resort, the best ski area in Central Asia. Ski equipment and clothing are available for rent directly at the resort.
Choose your adventure: Skiing or snowboarding / Tubing / Panoramic gondola ride / Ice skating / Winter paragliding (optional, advance booking required). For those who don’t ski, the resort offers plenty of easy walks, cafés, and scenic platforms for amazing photos. On the way back swim in the natural hot srpings. Optional "spa / sauna" in Karakol
Accommodation: Guest house in Karakol
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving: 20 km / 30 minutes
Altitude: Base 2,300 m → Top station 3,040 m
Road condition: Good access road, sometimes snowy

We drive deep into the mountains, crossing the impressive Chon-Ashuu Pass at 3,822 meters. The route is wintery and adventurous, but fully safe with our experienced drivers and reliable vehicles.
You will visit the abandoned Soviet mining town Enilchek, surrounded by silent snowy peaks. Explore the remnants of the abandoned Soviet mining town, once home to hundreds of workers during the gold and tungsten era. A unique highlight of the day is bathing in wild hot springs in the middle of untouched nature. Enilchek zone sometimes requires an entry permit ( arranged by our team ). The route is remote but fully safe with our 4×4 vehicles and experienced mountain drivers.
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Karakol
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving: 180 km / 6–7 hours (depending on snow)
Altitude: Pass 3,822 m
Road condition: Winter mountain road, slow driving, very scenic

Special transport: 4x4 or expedition vehicle
Today is one of the most memorable days of your journey!
We ascend into one of the most magical valleys of Kyrgyzstan — Altyn-Arashan. The drive itself is an adventure: snowy forest, wooden bridges and winter mountain landscapes.You can enjoy short scenic walks along the snowy river valley before or after the hot springs. At the top, enjoy open-air hot springs among pine trees and mountains. A picnic lunch in nature completes the experience.
Accommodation: Guest house in Karakol
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving: 40 km / 3.5–4 hours (off-road)
Altitude: 2,600 m
Road condition: Off-road, snow track, accessible only by special 4x4 trucks

A beautiful day with three iconic landscapes:
Jeti-Oguz Gorge — famous “Seven Bulls” red rock formations
Barskoon Gorge — frozen waterfalls & scenic pine forests
Skazka Canyon — colorful and surreal fairy-tale shapes
By evening, you arrive at your yurt camp near Issyk-Kul Lake. Warm, cozy, beautifully decorated yurts create an unforgettable atmosphere. Your winter yurt camp offers heated, cozy interiors with warm beds and traditional Kyrgyz decorations — a magical atmosphere by the lakeshore.
Accommodation: Yurt camp (heated, comfortable beds)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Driving: 150 km / 3.5–4 hours
Altitude: 1,600–2,200 m
Road condition: Good paved road with short snowy sections

In the morning, take a relaxing walk through the bright and colorful Aksai Canyon, a perfect spot for final photos.
After lunch, we drive back to Bishkek through the northern shore of Issyk-Kul. On the way stop in the Burana tower, to explore the 11th centuries famous minaret in central asia. Upon arrival, your tour officially ends — but the memories stay forever. If you wish, your guide can recommend restaurants or places to explore in Bishkek for your final evening.
Accommodation: —
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch (Dinner in Bishkek not included)
Driving: 300 km / 4.5–5.5 hours
Altitude: 1,600 m → 800 m
Road condition: Good paved road