3 Days Around Issyk-Kul Lake: Yurt Stay & Eagle Hunting
Duration
3 days
Difficulty
Easy
Group
1-12
Languages
EN / RU
Tour Description
The perfect 3-day loop around the breathtaking Issyk-Kul Lake! Experience the true nomad lifestyle on the wild South Shore: sleep in a traditional yurt, watch an authentic Eagle Hunting show, and try archery. Explore the red rocks of Skazka (Fairy Tale) Canyon, the majestic Barskoon Waterfalls, and the Seven Bulls in Jeti-Oguz. Discover the cultural heritage of Karakol, drive through the lush Grigoriev and Semenov gorges, and finish with a relaxing Boat Cruise on the lake.
Tour Program
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Day 1: South Shore & Nomadic Experience
The journey begins with a drive from Bishkek to the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Along the way, enjoy scenic mountain and steppe landscapes. Upon arrival, immerse yourself in authentic nomadic culture with a stay in a traditional yurt. Experience a thrilling Eagle Hunting show and try traditional archery. Dinner and overnight in a yurt camp by the lake.
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Day 2: Canyons, Waterfalls & Red Rocks
After breakfast, we continue along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul. Visit the Fairy Tale (Skazka) Canyon with its surreal, colorful rock formations. Next, explore the Barskoon Waterfalls surrounded by pine forests. In the afternoon, see the iconic red cliffs of Jeti-Oguz, known as the “Seven Bulls.” Evening arrival in Karakol for overnight stay.
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Day 3: Karakol, Mountain Gorges & Lake Cruise
In the morning, explore the historic city of Karakol, including the Dungan Mosque and the Orthodox Church. Then travel through the scenic Grigorievskoe and Semenovskoe Gorges with alpine meadows and spruce forests. The tour concludes in Cholpon-Ata with a relaxing boat cruise on Issyk-Kul Lake, followed by the return to Bishkek.
What's Included
Bottle water during the tour
Admission to the National History Museum Osh Bazaar Excursion(Closed on Monday)
Professional English-speaking guide
Professional English-speaking guide
Tour Route
Бишкек (старт / финиш)
Day 1
Стартовая точка тура
Южный берег Иссык-Куля
Юртовый лагерь
Шоу охоты с беркутом
Стрельба из лука
Водопады Барскоон
Джети-Огуз
Каракол
Григорьевское ущелье
Чолпон-Ата
Озеро Иссык-Куль
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