Overview
This 8 day dual adventure begins in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with off road trips to Charyn Canyon and the submerged forest of Kaiyndy Lake.
Crossing into Kyrgyzstan, you'll hike Jeti Oguz Gorge and witness a traditional Eagle Hunting demonstration on Lake Issyk-Kul's shore. The journey wraps up after visiting the Burana Tower and touring Bishkek before returning to Almaty.
Highlights
Discover the sunken forest of Kaiyndy Lake using a UAZ off-road vehicle
Witness a demonstration by a local Eagle Hunter and experience a traditional Horse Riding session in Kyrgyzstan.
Explore the stunning red sandstone formations of Charyn Canyon in Kazakhstan.
Perks Included
- Hotels
- Meals
- Transfers
Destinations
This package takes you through Bishkek, Issyk-Kul, Jeti Oguz Gorge, Karakol, Kaiyndy Lake, Saty Village, Charyn Canyon, and Almaty in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan. Each stop includes a short place guide and live weather; the map shows straight-line distances between cities.
- Issyk-Kul
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- Jeti Oguz Gorge
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- Karakol
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- Kaiyndy Lake
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- Saty Village
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- Charyn Canyon
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- Almaty (End)
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Itinerary
Highlights: Welcome Dinner & Briefing
Meals: Dinner
- Arrive at Almaty International Airport. Meet your guide, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy a welcome dinner and trip briefing. Overnight in Almaty.
Highlights: Explore the stunning rock formations of the Valley of Castles
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Early morning departure to Charyn Canyon. Explore the stunning rock formations of the "Valley of Castles" and the ancient ash tree grove. Includes a picnic lunch and guided hike. Continue to Saty village for dinner and overnight in a traditional homestay.
Highlights: Sunken Forest & UAZ Ride
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Drive 1 hour to Kaiyndy Lake. Ride a UAZ off-road vehicle and enjoy a 30-to 40-minute hiking adventure to see the sunken forest. Transfer to the Kazakh-Kyrgyz border, meet the Kyrgyz guide, and drive to Karakol via Karkyra valley. Visit the Prejevalsky museum, Orthodox Church, and Dungan Mosque. Dinner in a café.
Highlights: Eagle Hunter Encounter
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
- Depart Karakol after breakfast. Scenic drive to Jeti Oguz Gorge to hike to a panoramic viewpoint. Continue along the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul. Stop in Bokonbaeva village to meet a local eagle hunter and learn about traditional hunting practices. Dinner and overnight in a local guesthouse.
Highlights: Horseback Riding & Canyon Hike
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Depart for Chon-Kemin Valley, stopping at Boom Gorge for lunch. Explore Kok Moinok Canyon with a 1-hour hike. Arrive in Chon-Kemin for a 1-hour horseback ride. Dinner and overnight in a guesthouse.
Highlights: Burana Tower & Bishkek City
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Drive back to Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan. En route, visit the Burana Tower, a 10th-century minaret and important Silk Road monument. Lunch in Bishkek, followed by city sightseeing: Ala-Too Square, Oak Park, and Victory Monument. Dinner and overnight at a hotel in Bishkek.
Highlights: Return to Kazakhstan
Meals: Breakfast
- After breakfast, depart from Bishkek to Almaty. Check in to the hotel. Enjoy a short city tour in Almaty, focusing on highlights not covered earlier, or utilize free time for shopping and souvenirs.
Highlights: Departure
- At the appointed time, transfer to Almaty airport for your departure flight.
Inclusions
- All Transportation mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide
- Accommodation during the trip as mentioned in the itinerary
- Eagle Hunting
- Horse riding
- Entrance fees to attractions and sites
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- 24 hours call support during the tour
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights (please reach out to us separately if you would like this included)
- Visa fees if applicable (please reach out to us separately if you would like this included)
- Single supplement is 538 SGD for travellers who wish to occupy a singlre room
- Other meals and beverages not mentioned in the inclusions
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended) - Reach out to us separately if you would like to add
- Other items not mentioned in the inclusions
Tour Prices
| Hotel | Room | Per person | Single add-on |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-star | Twin sharing (2 pax) | SGD 2,865 | SGD 2,865 |
Twin sharing is per person for two in one room. Single add-on is the extra per-person rate for a third guest sharing the same twin room. For other options, email us.
FAQ
- All Transportation mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide
- Accommodation during the trip as mentioned in the itinerary
- Eagle Hunting
- Horse riding
- Entrance fees to attractions and sites
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- 24 hours call support during the tour
- International and domestic flights (please reach out to us separately if you would like this included)
- Visa fees if applicable (please reach out to us separately if you would like this included)
- Single supplement is 538 SGD for travellers who wish to occupy a singlre room
- Other meals and beverages not mentioned in the inclusions
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended) - Reach out to us separately if you would like to add
- Other items not mentioned in the inclusions
8D | 7N
8 days
Package prices are per person and vary by hotel and room type. For specific inquiries or customized packages, please contact our team.
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