Arrival in Manas International Airport. Transfer to hotel and rest after the flight. Short city tour depending on arrival time. We can choose among Bishkek Highlights: Ala-Too Central Square / Presidential House / White Central Mosque / Oak Park. Sculptures of famous Kyrgyz figures, Concert Hall & Ballet, Old Square, National Philharmonic. Local bazaars (optional).
Afternoon preparation to attend the Opening Ceremony of the VI World Nomad Games at Bishkek Arena.
Altitude: 800 m.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bishkek.
Meals: Dinner.
Distance: City transfers
Optional activity: Visit Osh Bazaar with guide / Evening walk in Oak Park

Breakfast and checkout. Scenic drive through Boom Gorge toward Issyk-Kul Lake — the “Pearl of Kyrgyzstan.” Arrival in Cholpon-Ata, check-in. Begin exploring the World Nomad Games according to the event schedule: Horse games at the Hippodrome, Sports Palace indoor competitions, Beach wrestling events, Nomadic cultural events.
Distance: 270 km / 4–5 hours driving
Altitude: 1600 m
Accommodation: Hotel in Cholpon-Ata
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Optional activity: Petroglyph Museum of Cholpon-Ata. / Sunset walk along Issyk-Kul lakeshore

Full day dedicated to exploring various sports and cultural competitions across all 4 official venues: Kok-Boru (Headless Goat Polo) – the signature nomad sport, Er Enish – horseback wrestling, Alysh – belt wrestling, Traditional archery, Eagle hunting demonstrations, Kyz-Kuumai – “girl chasing” horseback game. Folk shows, crafts, workshops, ethnic concerts.
Distance: 30 km — 40 minutes
Accommodation: Hotel in Cholpon-Ata
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude: 1600 m
Optional activity: Handicraft workshops with local artisans

Drive to Kyrchyn Gorge, where over 300 traditional yurts recreate the atmosphere of an ancient nomadic settlement. Attend cultural performances, folk festivals, rituals, and nomad lifestyle exhibitions. Traditional crafts, horse shows, music, epic storytellers, cuisine tasting. Free time to interact with local artisans and nomadic families.
Evening authentic overnight experience in a Kyrgyz yurt.
Distance: 30 km — 40 minutes
Altitude: 1900 m
Accommodation: Traditional Yurt Camp at Kyrchyn
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional activity: Horse riding around Kyrchyn Gorge.

Karakol Exploration: Przhevalsky Museum, Dungan Mosque (1910, built without nails), Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral.
Jety-Oguz Gorge: Visit famous red rocks: “Seven Bulls” and “Broken Heart”. Short walks & photo stops. Continue to the southern shore of Issyk-Kul and visit Fairy Tale Canyon (Skazka): Easy hike (1–1.5 hours) among colorful sandstone formations. Arrival in Ton Village on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.
Distance: 300 km — 4–5 hours driving
Altitude: 1600 m at Issyk-Kul / 2300 m at Jety-Oguz
Accommodation: Family Guest House in Ton
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional activity: Hot springs visit near Karakol. / Eagle hunting demonstration (on request)

Drive to Ak-Say Canyon — panoramic hike & optional swimming on Issyk-Kul’s quiet southern shore (depending on the weather). Picnic lunch at the beach. Continue toward Son-Kul via Orto-Tokoi Reservoir and Kalmak-Ashuu Pass. Arrive at the high-mountain alpine lake — home of Kyrgyz shepherds.
Evening explore the nomadic lifestyle: yurts, herders, horses, vast pastures. Dinner and overnight in traditional Kyrgyz yurts.
Distance: 250 km / 5–6 hours driving
Altitude: Son-Kul Lake 3,060 m
Accommodation: Yurt Camp (shared yurts)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional activity: Easy panoramic hike near Ak-Say Canyon. / Swimming in Issyk-Kul Lake

Leisure time at the lake surrounded by sweeping mountain pastures. Optional horseback riding across the jailoos (summer pastures). Walks along the lakeshore — early September fields are covered with Edelweiss flowers. Meet nomad families, learn about customs & traditions. Silent, star-filled night sky at 3000 m altitude — perfect for stargazing.
Altitude: 3060 m
Accommodation: Yurt Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional activity: Horseback riding across jailoos.

After breakfast, drive from Son-Kul lake down to Kochkor Valley and continue toward Bishkek city. Visit the ancient Burana Tower en route. Lunch on the way in the local cafe. Arrival in Bishkek. Transfer to the airport or to your hotel.
Distance: 320 km — 5 - 6 hours
Altitude: 800 m
Accommodation: not included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.
Optional activity: Felt carpet (shyrdak) workshop in Kochkor.