Kyrgyzstan 4-day Winter Tour from Bishkek

Private tour
Price
Price on request
Availability
December – March
Duration
4 days
Difficulty
Easy
Journeys with short walks and sightseeing. Experience short horse riding. Stay in comfortable guesthouses, or hotels. Perfect for all fitness levels.
Tour type

Overview

Explore Kyrgyzstan’s stunning winter beauty in 4 days. Visit peaceful gorges, snowy valleys, and the famous Jeti Oguz Rocks. Enjoy a sleigh ride, hike to frozen waterfalls, and see amazing views from Karakol Ski Resort. Discover Skazka Canyon’s colorful shapes and experience local hospitality. A perfect mix of nature, adventure, and culture!

Highlights

  • Visit best winter destinations
  • Visit famous Issyk Kul lake
  • Visit best panoramic view in Kyrgyzstan
  • Hiking during the trip
  • Horse riding(or sleigh riding) during the trip
  • Visit canyon and waterfall

Itinerary

Day 1. Bishkek - Grigorievka and Semenovka gorges - Karakol town

Morning pick-up from Bishkek city.  Then, we’ll embark on a scenic journey to Semenovka and Grigorievka gorges, renowned for their stunning natural beauty.

Lunch on the way. And stop by the shore of beautiful Issyk Kul lake. It’s the second largest alpine lake in the world.

We’ll spend some time exploring these picturesque landscapes and then head to Karakol town where we will dine and stay overnight.

Total Drive: 450 km / 6 hours.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel/Guesthouse

Day 2. Karakol - Karakol Ski Resort Panorama - Jeti Oguz Rocks - Karakol

After breakfast, visit Karakol Ski Resort, one of Central Asia’s best ski resorts, offering incredible natural views.

Ride the elevator to a panoramic viewpoint at 3,040 meters, overlooking the Tian Shan Mountains.

Lunch at a café.

Then drive to Jeti Oguz Red Rocks. Explore the area, including a viewpoint with stunning views of the rocks, river, and forested mountains.

Return to Karakol for dinner and overnight stay.

Total Drive: 80 km / 1-2 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel/Guesthouse

Day 3. Karakol - Jyrgalan valley - Turgen valley - Karakol

After breakfast, drive 1 hour to Jyrgalan Valley, known for its pristine nature and snowy landscapes. Enjoy a sleigh ride pulled by horses or riding horses.

Have lunch with a local family at a guesthouse.

Continue to Turgen Valley to take photos and admire the wide snowy valley and surrounding mountains.

Return to Karakol for dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.

Total Drive: 100 km / 2-3 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Accommodation: Hotel/Guesthouse

Day 4. Karakol - Barskoon waterfall - Skazka canyon - Bishkek

After breakfast, we’ll drive to the south shore of Issyk-Kul Lake and stop to enjoy the views.

Then, we’ll head to Barskoon Gorge for a short walk to see a frozen waterfall.

We’ll have lunch along the way before driving to Skazka Canyon, one of the most beautiful canyons. Take a walk to explore its amazing shapes and colors.

In the evening, we’ll drive back to Bishkek for a final dinner. After, we’ll drop you off at any place in Bishkek.

Total Drive: 450 km / about 6 hours
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Prices

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Included / Excluded

  • Accommodation – as per program
  • English speaking driver/guide
  • Meals – as per program
  • Entrance fees and tickets
  • Transport services during all the tour
  • Drinking water
  • All activities
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcohol and soft drinks
  • International airfares
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips for driver and guide(optional)

Map

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Additional info

Clothes & Equipment

You can bring everything you need, but remember that winter in Kyrgyzstan can get as cold as -20°C. Be prepared for sudden weather changes.

Recommended:

  • Warm gloves
  • Insulated boots
  • Thick coat and warm trousers
  • Thermal underwear
  • Multiple layers of clothing
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Swimwear (for hot springs or heated pools)
  • Small towel
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