Trip to the Divine Mountains
The name of the tour: Trip to the Divine Mountains
Arrival to: Bishkek
Departure from: Bishkek
Visiting landmarks: Bishkek, Ala Archa, Kochkor, Son Kul, Issyk Kul
Day 1: Bishkek
Today you will meet your guide at Manas International Airport and escort you to the capital city of Kyrgyzstan. This day you will have a sightseeing tour in Bishkek. This day you will visit Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, the National Arts Museum, National Philharmonic, and many other highlights. You will complete the tour by exploring the Asian Bazaar, where you will find unique goods, various products, colorful Souvenirs and national clothing are also sold in this Bazaar. You will not refuse purchases. This night you will spend in the hotel.
Day 2: Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek - Kochkor
After breakfast you will lead to Ala Archa gorge. Ala Archa is an incredible gorge covered with juniper. It is located near Bishkek in the national Park. There are many mountain peaks that climbers like to conquer. It is also home to rare species of animals and plants. You will enjoy a panoramic view of the gorge and fabulous photos. In the second part of the day you will drive to Kochkor village. Along the way you will explore Burana Tower. Burana is an ancient building of the 12th century, built by the Karakhanids, and played an important role in the Great Silk Road. You will also observe Balbals (stone warriors) and museum nearby the tower. This night you will spend in home stay.
Day 3: Kochkor - Son Kul
This day you will drive to incredibly beautiful lake Son Kul. It is the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan. Son Kul clean, fresh, and the lake itself is located at an altitude of 3016 meters. The water of the lake is constantly changing depending on the weather. In summer, tourists visit the lake and drive cattle to pastures. You can have a great time on your tour. There is an incomparable air , which is so clean and fresh that many first-time tourists are amazed by the cleanliness. Upon arrival you will walk and explore the lake, take photos and relax. This day you will spend the night in the yurt. The Yurt is a classic dwelling of Asian nomads. The most common meaning of the common Turkic word "jurt" is "people".
Day 4: Son Kul - 33 parrots Pass - Kochkor - Issyk Kul
The tour will offer you to visit Kochkor village. You will drive along 33 parrots pass (3 133 m). The pass has 33 serpentines and you can take photos. On the descent you can visit a beautiful waterfall. In Kochkor, you will find a family that will show you how to sew and embroider the national fell carpet. You will also discover a small handicraft museum there. After you will head on to Issyk Kul Lake "Pearl of Kyrgyzstan". You will spend the night in a hotel.
Day 5: Issyk Kul Lake - Bishkek
After breakfast you will transfer to explore ancient pictures on stones! They depict hunting scenes, animals, and the sun man, dates back to 2000 years ago. This is an invaluable cultural heritage of Kyrgyzstan, which has been revered for many centuries. Issyk Kul Lake is an incredible natural wonder, you can enjoy beautiful views of the lake. Then you will explore a museum in Cholpon Ata. It includes attractive things from the Kyrgyz history, handicraft, music instruments and a lot of other interesting artifacts. Then you will transfer to the capital. You will rest the night in the hotel.
Day 6: Bishkek - Airport
In the morning is transfer to airport