Hidden Kyrgyzstan 2027 – 10-Day Small Group Tour

Arrive in Bishkek and check into the hotel from 14:00. At 14:30, we’ll have a welcome meeting with our guide and the other group members. If you arrive later, you can join the group upon arrival.

Afterwards, we’ll start our Bishkek city tour, visiting the National History Museum, Ala-Too Square, the Old White House and Victory Square.
In the evening, we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant, where you can try Kyrgyz national cuisine.

Note: We recommend booking an extra night before the tour, as many international flights arrive late at night or early in the morning.

Total drive: ~1 hour
Meals included: None
Accommodation: Hotel 3-4*

After breakfast, we’ll leave Bishkek and drive along the northern shore of Issyk Kul toward Semenovka and Grigorievka gorges. These neighbouring valleys are known for their mountain scenery, forests and rivers.

We’ll visit the nomad village built for the 2026 World Nomad Games and enjoy lunch in a yurt surrounded by nature. Afterwards, we’ll hike to a nearby lake.

In the afternoon, we’ll continue to Karakol, have dinner at a local café and check into our hotel.

Total drive: 429 km / ~6 hrs
Hiking: ~2 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 3*

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Ak Suu village, where we’ll begin our hike to Altyn Arashan. The trail follows a mountain river through forests and green valleys, with beautiful views along the way.

The hike is approximately 15 km and takes around five hours. Upon arrival, we’ll settle into our guesthouse or yurt camp.

You’ll have free time to explore the valley, rest or visit the natural hot springs. Dinner and overnight stay in Altyn Arashan.

Total drive: 16 km / ~0.5 hrs
Hiking: ~15 km / ~5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse / Yurt camp

After breakfast, we’ll take an off-road UAZ transfer down the mountain road to Ak Suu village. From there, we’ll continue to Jeti Oguz, where we’ll see the famous red rock formations and stop for lunch.

Next, we’ll visit Skazka Canyon, also known as Fairytale Canyon. We’ll walk among its colourful rock formations and have time to enjoy the views and take photos.

In the afternoon, we’ll arrive at our yurt camp near Issyk Kul Lake. The rest of the day is free to relax by the water or swim if the weather is good. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Total drive: 183 km / ~3.5 hrs
Hiking: ~1-2 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yurt camp

After breakfast, we’ll meet a local eagle hunter and watch a traditional eagle hunting demonstration. We’ll learn about the role of golden eagles in Kyrgyz hunting traditions.
Then, we’ll visit Ak Sai Canyon and walk to a viewpoint with views of the canyon, surrounding mountains and Issyk Kul Lake.

Afterwards, we’ll continue to Son Kul Lake, located at 3,016 metres above sea level. Upon arrival, we’ll settle into our yurt camp and have free time to walk along the shore and enjoy the open pastures.

In the evening, we’ll join a cooking masterclass and learn how to make Boorsok, traditional Kyrgyz fried bread.

Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt.

Total drive: 272 km / ~4.5 hrs
Hiking: ~1 hr
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Yurt camp

After breakfast, we’ll enjoy a two-hour horseback ride along Son Kul Lake or up to a nearby viewpoint with panoramic views.

Then, we’ll drive to the remote Kok Kiya Valley, near Kel Suu Lake. The journey follows mountain roads, with stops for lunch, rest and photos, including the scenic 33 Parrots Pass.

We’ll arrive in the late afternoon and check into our guesthouse or yurt camp. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Total drive: 260 km / ~6 hrs
Horse riding: ~2 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse / Yurt camp

Today, we’ll spend a full day exploring Kel Suu Lake, surrounded by high rocky cliffs.

After breakfast, we’ll begin our hike, which takes approximately 2.5 hours each way. At the lake, we’ll enjoy a picnic lunch and have time to explore, take photos and relax. An optional boat ride offers a closer look at the lake and its surrounding cliffs.

In the late afternoon, we’ll walk back to camp for dinner and rest. The total hiking distance is approximately 15 km.

Total drive: no driving
Hiking: ~15 km / ~5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse / Yurt camp

After breakfast, you’ll have a free morning to enjoy Kok Kiya Valley. You can take a walk, go horseback riding as an optional activity or simply relax and enjoy the mountain views.
We’ll have lunch at camp before starting our drive to Naryn town.

Upon arrival, we’ll check into a local guesthouse and have dinner at a café. The evening is free to rest after the journey.

Total drive: 151 km / ~4 hrs
Hiking: optional
Horse riding: optional
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Guesthouse

After breakfast, we’ll drive to Kochkor village and meet local women who make traditional felt products. They’ll show us how felt is made, and we’ll take part in making a felt item together.

We’ll stop for lunch and try Kattama, a traditional layered bread, before continuing to Burana Tower. Here, we’ll explore the historic site and see the ancient stone figures known as Balbals.

In the afternoon, we’ll return to Bishkek and visit a souvenir shop. We’ll enjoy a farewell dinner together before checking into our hotel for the final night.

Total drive: 349 km / ~5.5 hrs
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel 3-4*

After breakfast at the hotel, you’re free to depart at any time depending on your flight schedule. Hotel check-out is at 12:00.

Thank you for exploring Kyrgyzstan with us! We hope you leave with wonderful memories of mountain lakes, nomadic traditions and the warm hospitality of the Kyrgyz people. We look forward to welcoming you again.

Meals included: Breakfast