Trekking travel 3
Kyrgyzstan trekking: Tour 3
Country: Kyrgyzstan
Activity: Trekking tour
Time of the tour: 7 days
Places to visit: Bishkek - Karakol - Mokraya Polyana - Eastern Irdik Lake - Western Irdik Lake - Karakol - Kochkor - Bishkek
Our company works in order to help you to explore Kyrgyzstan, such a unique country lying in the heart of the Tian-Shan Mountains. It is a place of unimaginable contrasts offering multitude of spectacular landscapes: wide steppes, emerald fields, sandy deserts, turquoise lakes, snowy mountains, fast rivers, an richness of wild life with many rare and rare species, historical and archeological places related to the Great Silk Road and people following the traditions of their nomadic ancestors. All this makes Kyrgyzstan "A second Switzerland of Central Asia".
Day 1: Bishkek - Karakol (450 km - 8 h) (1 650 m. a. s. l.)
In the morning we begin our drive to Karakol town that took place on the eastern part of the celestial Issyk-Kul Lake. On our way, we will visit the Burana Tower (minaret from the 11th century situated along the gReat Silk Road) and an open air museum where you find a collection of Balbans (stone warriors). Then you will be brought to the incredible Issyk-Kul Lake - the second largest alpine lake in the world (1608m.above sea level). The Lake is also called "the pearl of Central Asia". You are going to really enjoy the amazing view of the Tien Shan Mountains that embrace the whole lake. Due to the salty water, Lake Issyk Kul possesses curative properties and helps out with skin and nerve system diseases. On the way, we will make a short break to give you the opportunity to visit olden stone inscriptions (dating back to 800 B.C.). They were depicted by local tribes of Saks and Usuns who believed that Issyk Kul Lake was the center of the world. You stay in a guesthouse "Elita" in Karakol for night.
Day 2: Karakol - Mokraya Polyana glade-upper circus (2790 m a. s. l.)
Morning starts with visiting the Dungan mosque. One of its highlights is the fact that it is built in Chinese style without using a single metal nail. This will be followed by going to an old wooden Orthodox Church famous for its unique icons. It was made of wood more than 100 years ago and still attracts a lot of tourists. Afterwards you are transferred to Karakol gorge. It is an amazing gorge that is situated at the heart of the Terskey Mountains. Here we will be able to see Turkestan spruce trees that are widespread only here in Kyrgyzstan. The height of the tree reaches 18 meters and the girth of its trunk - 1.5 meters. We will have hiking to the foot of the glade bearing the name Mokraya Polyana (7 h). Overnight isin tents on the altitude of 2790 m. above sea level.
Day 3: Mokraya Polyana glade - Eastern Irdik lake (3 200 m. a. s. l.)
In the morning we start our hiking to the eastern Irdik Lake (3200 m,). This hike is going to take us 7 hours. We will hike over the pass Bokovoi (3300 m). During the hike we see constant changing of the landscapes. We will be able to see steep cliffs and precipices, high rocks, green mountains; we move through the juniper forest where a sick person begins feeling better. There we are going to see a wonderful and unforgettable sunset over the most beautiful peaks of Kungey Ala-Too rocky range: Fuchika (4010m), Morozov (3960m), 800 years of Moscow (3872m). Overnight is in tents.
Day 4: Eastern Irdik Lake - Western Irdik Lake (3 300 m. a. s. l.)
Today's hike also takes us about 7 hours. On the way we will see a lot of edelweiss fields (the flowers of love) and pastures that are used by Kyrgyz nomads. We will see many marmots on the way at the altitude of 3650 m. On the way we will hike over Severnyi pass that is 3380 m. above sea level. While hiking at these places you will certainly forget about hectic civilization and you can really relax enjoying the amazing views of our Mother Nature. Camping is settled at the altitude of 3300 m. above sea level. Overnight is in tents.
Day 5: Western Irdik Lake - Karakol (1 650 m. a. s. l.)
As soon as we are done with our breakfast we start our hiking with descending to Diychin valley (5h) where many dungan people live. Dungans are known as Chinese Muslims who had been prosecuted by the Chinese in the 19th century and fled to Kyrgyzstan. Today we visit a Dungan family and try traditional lagman soup. While hiking to the village you can meet real nomadic families on the way. Every year they go to the picturesque mountains with their cattle and live in yurts. Yurts are collapsible nomadic dwellings that are made without a single nail! Afterwards transmission to Karakol town (10 km - 25 min). Overnight in "Elita" guesthouse (1650 m).
Day 6: Karakol - Kochkor (280 km - 5 h, 1800 m. a. s. l.)
In the morning after a good sleep and lovely breakfast we move to Kochkor. In Karakol we visit a local bazaar and try national food, such as ashlyamfu and shashlyk made of beef or lamb. Then we will start or way to Kochkor village. On the way we will visit Djeti Oguz Mountains that are famous for their beauty and of course you will see the Broken Heart Mountain, about which you will be told a beautiful legend by your guide. Then while driving along the southern shore of Issyk Kul Lake we will visit a private factory for engineering yurts. Your lunch will be served in Bokonbaevo village in Talgat's House who is a renowned hunter with golden eagles. Hunting with golden eagle is very popular in Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia and Talgat will tell us about this kind of hunting and in the afternoon we can do some photos of the birds. Talgat will also tell us how he trains his birds of prey. After arrival in Kochkor village we will learn about national traditions and customs. You will see the process of making traditional Kyrgyz carpets and even take a part in it! After it you will have dinner in a yurt, we will listen to a folk concert. This night you will spend in a home stay with a local family.
Day 7: Kochkor - Bishkek (210 km - 5 h)
In the morning you will have a traditional breakfast together with the family. After breakfast we drive to the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek city (the word "Bishkek" means a stick with the help of which people would stir koumiss - a traditional drink). After arrival you will have some time to take a break in the hotel and then will be the last dinner in national restaurant with national music.
Kyrgyzstan trekking: Tour 1
Country: Kyrgyzstan
Activity: Trekking tour
Time of the tour: 7 days
Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Chong Kyzyl Suu - Gorge Jukuchak - Pass Jukka - Chokoli Lakes - Syrthe Ak-Shirak - gorge Barskaun
You are about to find the blissfully quiet place in our hectic world you were looking for in a delightful land of Kyrgyzstan. All of us being children dreamt of different things. If you have ever wanted of travelling somewhere in wild nature, among gorges, mountains and alpine lakes, this tour is right for you. This is going to be an unforgettable experinece where you will not only see different kinds of mountains and the world's second largest celestial lake, but also experience of the traditional nomads life while hiking along the Great Silk Road!
Kyrgyzstan trekking: Tour 2
Country: Kyrgyzstan
Activity: Trekking tour
Time of the tour: 13 days
Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Tamga - Barskoon gorge - Dunguromo Pass - Dugurotmo gorge - Chokolu Lake - Zauka Pass - Dzukuu gorge - Ashu Kashka Suu gorge - Ashu Tor Pass - Jukuchak gorge - Orto Bulak Pass - Kichi Kyzyl Suu gorge - Chon Kyzyl Suu gorge - Jili Suu - Kok Dzhayyk Pass - Jeti Oguz gorge - Karakol - Kochkor - Bishkek
A country of hospitality! Wild and severe! Great nomadic style trip, unforgettable experience!
If you are tired of civilization there is a great opportunity to feel the freedom of mind. You will have a trekking tour to enjoy uninjured nature of mountainous Kyrgyzstan and to visit a number of lakes of uncontaminated shining water. During the journey you will learn about Kyrgyz traditions, customs and culture, because the Kyrgyz being nomads for thousand years succeeded to keep all their amazing traditions and customs to these days.
Kyrgyzstan trekking: Tour 3
Country: Kyrgyzstan
Activity: Trekking tour
Time of the tour: 7 days
Places to visit: Bishkek - Karakol - Mokraya Polyana - Eastern Irdik Lake - Western Irdik Lake - Karakol - Kochkor - Bishkek
Our company works in order to help you to explore Kyrgyzstan, such a unique country lying in the heart of the Tian-Shan Mountains. It is a place of unimaginable contrasts offering multitude of spectacular landscapes: wide steppes, emerald fields, sandy deserts, turquoise lakes, snowy mountains, fast rivers, an richness of wild life with many rare and rare species, historical and archeological places related to the Great Silk Road and people following the traditions of their nomadic ancestors. All this makes Kyrgyzstan "A second Switzerland of Central Asia".