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Almaty Bishkek tour 7 days 6 nights

Almaty, Charyn Canyon National Park, Kolsai Lakes, Karakol, Altyn-Arashan, Jeti-Oguz, Barskoon Waterfall, Skazka Canyon, Issyk Kul, Bokonbaev, Burana tower, Bishkek,
Duration

7 day(s)

Tour type

Regular & Private

Group size

1-12 people

Physical Level

easy

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Tour Overview

Explore the heart of Central Asia on this unforgettable journey from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan.

Visit two vibrant cities — Almaty and Bishkek — and discover breathtaking natural wonders like Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake, Altyn Arashan hot springs, Issyk-Kul Lake, and the iconic Jeti-Oguz Valley.

Experience authentic nomadic culture, sleep in traditional yurts, witness eagle hunting, taste local cuisine, and cross borders through the legendary Tien Shan mountains.

Perfect for: culture lovers, nature seekers, small groups & private tours

Starts in: Almaty 🇰🇿 | Ends in: Bishkek 🇰🇬

Activities
Museum Photography Walking Tour Combined Country Discovery Family Historical National Park Shopping Adventure Food & Culinary Horse Riding In-depth Cultural Sightseeing Solo Travel Hiking & Trekking

Tour Features

Duration
7 day(s)

Max Group Size
1-12 people

Tour Code
288

Departure Type
scheduled

Tour Category
Combined Country

Guiding Method
Fully guided

Operated In

Age Requirement
-

Almaty

Pickup Time:

08:00

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Bishkek

Dropoff Time:

08:00

Highlights
Charyn canyon - this colourful rocks were established in 2004 in the surroundings of the Charyn river

Itinerary

Day 1

Upon arrival in Almaty, you will be welcomed at the airport and transferred to your hotel. We will start the tour with a visit to the central part of the city, exploring historic buildings, beautiful cathedrals, city squares, and the famous Almaty Park. The day will end with a visit to Kok Tobe Hill, offering panoramic views of the city.

Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Almaty

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2

After breakfast, we will drive to the stunning Charyn Canyon for exploration and photo opportunities. Then we continue to Saty village where you will enjoy lunch at a local guesthouse. In the afternoon, we visit Kolsai Lake, a beautiful alpine lake surrounded by forested mountains, where you can relax and enjoy the scenery.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Saty Village

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3

We start with breakfast and then transfer to the Kegen border post to cross into Kyrgyzstan on foot. After a picnic lunch in nature, we proceed to Karakol. The city tour includes visits to the Dungan Mosque, Holy Trinity Cathedral, and Bugu Bazaar. Dinner will be hosted by a local Dungan family, with an optional folklore music show to enrich your cultural experience.

Accommodation: 3-star hotel or similar in Karakol

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4

After breakfast, we travel to Altyn Arashan Gorge via Soviet-era vehicle, where you can enjoy natural mineral hot springs and relax. Lunch will be served at a traditional yurt camp. Returning to Karakol by UAZ vehicle, we then transfer to Jeti Oguz Valley, famous for its red rock formations. Dinner and overnight will be at a yurt camp.

In winter, we replace Altyn Arashan with a visit to a ski resort (ski resort expenses not included).

Accommodation: Yurt camp in Jeti Oguz(in winter time guesthouse)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5

We explore the natural wonders of Jeti Oguz Valley including the Broken Heart rock formation and Maiden’s Braid waterfall by foot or horseback. Then we visit Barskoon Gorge with a short hike to one of its waterfalls and see the monument dedicated to cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. After lunch at a yurt café, we stop at Skazka Canyon before heading to Kaji Say village on the shore of Issyk-Kul Lake, where you will have free time to relax by the lake.

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Kaji Say or Bokonbaevo

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6

We leave Kaji Say after breakfast and stop in Bokonbaevo village to witness an eagle hunting demonstration.

Next, we visit Kizil Tuu village to enjoy lunch with a local family and watch a traditional yurt assembly show.

On the way to Bishkek, we visit the historic Burana Tower in Tokmok. Upon arrival in Bishkek, dinner will be served at a local restaurant.

Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Bishkek

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7

After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Included

  • English-speaking guide

Meals: 6 breakfast, 6 lunch, 6 dinner

According to group size 4wd car, minivan. minibus

  • Entrance fees (Kok Tobe, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes, Burana Tower, Skazka Canyon, Dungan Mosque)
  • Yurt assembly show
  • Photo with eagle

Excluded

  • Lodgings with breakfast (3 nights in Hotels, 2 nights in the guesthouses, 1 in Yurt camp)
  • Insurance
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional eagle hunting demonstration
  • Folklore show

Tour Booking

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Sep 8, 2026 Sep 14, 2026 €2016.39618
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