Overview
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
Perks Included
- Hotels
- Meals
- Transfers
Destinations
This package (10D | 9N) takes you through Almaty, Charyn Canyon, Saty Village, Kaiyndy Lake, Karakol, Jeti Oguz Gorge, Issyk-Kul, and Bishkek in Kazakhstan. Each stop includes a short place guide and live weather; the map shows straight-line distances between cities.
- Charyn Canyon
Charyn Canyon, also known as the Sharyn Canyon is a canyon on the Charyn River in Kazakhstan. It is located about 200 km (120 mi) east of Almaty, close to the Kazakh–Chinese border. The canyon is roughly 154 km (96 mi) in length. It is part of the Charyn National Park established on 23 February 2004 and is located within the territory of the Uygur, Raiymbek, and Enbekshikazakh Districts of the Almaty Region. The canyon features many formations formed by the weathering of sedimentary rock. Though it is much smaller…
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- Saty Village
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- Kaiyndy Lake
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- Karakol
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- Jeti Oguz Gorge
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- Issyk-Kul
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- Bishkek (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 and Carpet Show
- Horse riding
- Entrance fees to attractions and sites
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Horse game show with a goat
Exclusions
- Air tickets
- Optional activities
- Travel Insurance
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Visa
FAQ
- All Transportation mentioned in the itinerary
- English-speaking guide
- Accommodation during the trip as mentioned in the itinerary
- Eagle Hunting and Carpet Show
- Horse riding
- Entrance fees to attractions and sites
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Horse game show with a goat
- Air tickets
- Optional activities
- Travel Insurance
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
- Visa
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.



