Trip to Kyrgyzstan
- 01.08-10.08.2026
- 10 days
Day 1: Departure Varna – Istanbul – Bishkek
Meeting with the group at the airport in Varna.
Departure on the Varna – Istanbul – Bishkek route with a night flight on Turkish Airlines to Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
Day 2: Tour of Bishkek
Arrival in Bishkek.
Transfer from the airport to the hotel in Bishkek (60 km), where we will leave our luggage and have time to freshen up.
Our first stop will be the always bustling market in Osh, where we will get to know the local way of life. After that, we will stop for lunch at a traditional restaurant.
After lunch, we will check into the hotel and have a few hours to rest.
In the afternoon, we will have a walking tour of Bishkek. We will visit the city center, the main Ala Too square, the Manas statue and OAK Park.
Free time for dinner.
Overnight at a hotel in Bishkek.
Day 3: Song Kul Lake: Beautiful landscapes and overnight stay in a yurt
After breakfast, we will head to Song Kul Lake, above the Kalmak Ashuu Pass, where we will enjoy a beautiful landscape with incredible views.
Lake Song Kul is located at an altitude of over 3200 meters in the Tien Shan Mountains and is part of a nature reserve. There we will enjoy beautiful scenery, views of the mountains and traditional Kyrgyz pastures.
Dinner at the yurt camp.
Overnight stay in a traditional yurt.
Day 4: We depart for Naryn: Rest, walk or horseback riding
Breakfast at the camp and free time before lunch
We will have activities of choice: rest, walk or horseback riding.
Lunch at the camp and departure to the city of Naryn through the beautiful serpentine road called “33 parrots”. Along the way, exceptional views and photo stops await us.
Arrival in Naryn, check-in at the hotel, where a well-deserved hot shower awaits us.
Free time for dinner and a walk in the city.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Naryn.
Day 5: Mountain yurt camp near Kelsuu
After breakfast we will travel to Kelso.
Arrival around noon at a mountain yurt camp, where we will have time for lunch, free time and optional activities.
Dinner and overnight stay in a traditional yurt.
Day 6: Kelsuu, one of the most beautiful lakes in Kyrgyzstan
Hike or horseback ride to Lake Kelsuu (6 km one way) after breakfast.
Lake Kelsuu is located at 3,514 m in the remote Kokshaal-Too mountains in the Tien Shan mountain range.
It was formed by an earthquake and subsequent landslide in the 1980s.
Because of the way it was formed, the lake is surrounded by sheer cliffs reaching hundreds of meters high. It stretches for 10 km through a mountain gorge and almost reaches the border with China.
Lunch at the camp and departure to the city of Naryn.
Free time for dinner.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Naryn.
Day 7: We encounter local culture up close in Kochkor and Bokombaevo
Departure for Kochkor after breakfast.
On the way we will visit a handicraft shop with a demonstration of felt carpet weaving, and then we will head to the southern shore of Lake Issyk Kul, where we will have free time for a walk or beach.
Lunch at a local house, whose owners are not only extremely hospitable but also quite good cooks.
After lunch we will meet an eagle man and his imperial eagle.
Together they will show us the great rabbit hunting show, and anyone who wants will be able to practice their archery skills in the garden overlooking the Tien Shan Mountains.
Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse.
Day 8: Admiring the Fairy Canyons
A day to explore the southern part of Issyk Kul.
After breakfast, we will take a short hike to the Fairy Canyons, then continue to the Barskoon Valley, filled with enchanting and scenic landscapes. There, we will take a short walk to refreshing waterfalls.
Picnic in nature for lunch.
Return to Bakombaevo
Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse.
Day 9: We depart for Bishkek
After breakfast, we will head back to Bishkek, making stops along the way for breaks, photos, and lunch.
Free time for dinner, shopping and packing.
Overnight stay at a hotel in Bishkek
Day 10: Back to Bulgaria
Airport transfer
Departure to Varna via Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
Landing in Varna on the same day around 9:00 PM
Price per person
- Single accommodation – €2680 / 5241.62 lv.
- Double accommodation – €2300 / 4498.40 lv.
The price includes
- Plane tickets: Varna - Istanbul - Bishkek - Istanbul - Bishkek
- Local guide and guide from Bulgaria
- Medical insurance
- 6 Nights in hotels and guesthouses
- 2 Nights in traditional yurts - 2, 3, 4 people in a yurt
- 8 Snacks
- Eagle show
- Felt carpet making demonstration
- Entrance fees
- 1 liter of water per person per day
The price does not include
- Lunches and dinners
- Single room supplement: + €380 / 743 BGN per person
- Trip cancellation insurance: + €102 / 200 BGN per person
- Horseback riding and other activities
- Trip Cancellation Insurance„
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Booking conditions
- Confirmation from our employee of availability for the announced dates.
- A deposit of 30% is payable within 3 days of booking.
- Payment of the remaining amount by June 30, 2026
Practical information
The journey involves reaching high altitudes.
The stay at Son Kul Lake is at about 3200 m above sea level. In case of breathing or heart problems, prior consultation with your doctor is recommended before booking this trip. The roads are mountainous and sometimes difficult to pass, most of the days are spent traveling in a car. Keep this in mind if you suffer from seasickness or other illnesses that may be affected.
Part of the route is not suitable for children.
Be sure that if you are a family, one of you should stay with the child/children and spend the day around the starting point while the group is on the expedition. In case someone decides to stay and not do the expedition, there will be no local guide provided.
Accommodation conditions in yurt camps are quite primitive.
We recommend that you bring: a towel; a flashlight; warm clothes: warm pajamas for sleeping, leggings, thermal underwear, and for the more chilly, a light sleeping bag; a personal hygiene kit (hand sanitizer and toilet paper); a first aid kit (the problems you are most likely to encounter are blisters on your feet from long walks, sunburn, allergies, diarrhea, and muscle pain after hiking); a portable battery (Power bank)
Combination of clothes for warm and cold weather
Keep in mind that in summer the temperature in Bishkek can reach
40°C, while in the mountains the daytime temperature can drop to 10°C.
Be prepared for unexpected weather changes (rain, snow, wind or hail). The lowest temperature during the tour will be at Song Kul Lake, where night temperatures can be -2 to
-4°C
For this reason, we recommend that you wear:
raincoat or waterproof jacket; warm clothes: sweater, fleece, thermal underwear; long thin and thick socks; enough t-shirts, underwear and other clothes (consider wearing long-sleeved tops to avoid sunburn); sun hat (the sun can be strong in this region, even in the mountains); warm winter hat; sunscreen (SPF30 or higher); sunglasses; good hiking shoes suitable for light mountain walks; hiking poles (if necessary); suitable shoes for walking in the city; small backpack for mountain hikes;
The local currency is Som, but USD is accepted for exchange or shopping in certain places. Credit cards are only accepted in large cities where there are ATMs. Visa cards are preferable to
Mastercard or Maestro. During the trip, it is advisable to have local currency that you can exchange on the spot. We recommend carrying 50 or 100 USD banknotes without marks or other damage (banks and exchange offices do not accept damaged banknotes). 1,5,10,20 USD banknotes are useful for paying in shops and tips
Lake Issyk-Kul: The "Pearl of Kyrgyzstan," this alpine lake offers opportunities for water sports, sunbathing, and visits to the charming towns along its shores.
Song Kul Lake: a high-altitude lake with nomadic camps and yurts, offering a unique cultural and natural experience.
Burana Tower (Tokmok): A historic minaret and archaeological site dating back to the 11th century, located along the Silk Road.
Sacred Mountain Suleiman-Too (Osh): A UNESCO World Heritage Site in the city of Osh, with numerous mosques, caves, and ancient petroglyphs.
Tash Rabat Caravanserai: A well-preserved 15th-century stone caravanserai, once used as a resting place for travelers on the Silk Road.
Jeti-Oguz: Famous for its distinctive red rock formations, including the "Seven Bulls" and the "Broken Heart.".
Dungan Mosque (Karakol): A unique mosque built in Chinese architectural style by the Dungan people, famous for its colorful wooden columns.
Karakol Animal Market: A lively market where locals buy and sell livestock, providing a glimpse into Kyrgyzstan's traditional nomadic culture.
Fairytale Canyon (Fairytale Canyon): a surreal landscape of colorful rock formations resembling fairy-tale characters, located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.
Ala-Archa National Park: A picturesque national park near Bishkek, known for its diverse flora and fauna, as well as hiking trails.
Petroglyphs in Cholpon-Ata: Ancient rock carvings on the northern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul, providing insight into the prehistoric cultures of the region.
These attractions represent just a small part of Kyrgyzstan's cultural, historical and natural treasures. Visitors to the country can explore a unique combination of nomadic traditions, breathtaking landscapes and warm hospitality.
