The great celestial land

Name of the tour: The great celestial land

Duration: 7 days & 6 nights

Day 1: Bishkek – Ala Archa – Bishkek
This day you will arrive to Manas International Airport and you will be met by your guide. You will drive than to the capital of Kyrgyzstan.  Upon arrival you will have a winter city tour, where you can overlook: Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic, and many others place of interest. After exploration capital you will lead to Ala Archa gorge. This picturesque gorge is only 40 km from Bishkek. A favorite place of citizens and tourists for outdoor activities, in winter and summer. You can have a wonderful and exciting time exploring the picturesque views. Looking at the coniferous trees covered with snow, you will find yourself in a winter fairy tale. You will have chance to observe a panoramic view of the gorge. Then you will transfer to Bishkek. You will rest the night in the hotel. 

Day 2: Bishkek – Burana – Naryn
This day you will start in the morning to Naryn. On the way you will break at Burana Tower. The ancient building dates back to the 11th-12th century built by the Karakhanids. In ancient times, the building acted as a lighthouse and served as a minaret. Nearby you can find ancient buildings of mausoleums and also see stone statues of Balbals. You will continue winter tour with break in Kochkor village. In the village of Kochkor, you will have a tour of the ancient art of making national carpets, which will be shown to you by a local family. You can also try to make this carpet yourself.  There are located a small handicraft museum there. In keeps many examples of silver decorations, coats made of wolves, horse saddle decorations, carpets and more. You are going to transfer along picturesque winter mountain pass to Naryn. Your night will be in the hotel.    

Day 3: Naryn – 33 parrots Pass – Kochkor
Today you will head on to the second largest lake in Kyrgyzstan – Son Kul Lake . You will drive through famous 33 parrots pass (3 133 m). This is one of the most exciting passes of Son Kohl. It is named because of the same number of turns of the mountain serpentine. This lake represents the nomadic life of the Kyrgyz people. Located at an altitude of more than 3000 meters, the lake is admired by many tourists. The lake bed is 29 km long and 18 km wide. The largest recorded depth is 14 m.Mountain streams flow into the lake and the Son-Kul river flows out. In the summer, local residents bring their cattle and move to yurts themselves. After you will transfer to the village of Kochkor.  You will spend the night in home stay. 

Day 4: Kochkor – Issyk Kul southern shore – Barskoon – Jeti Oguz – Karakol
On this day you will go to the southern part of lake Issyk Kul where the beautiful Barskoon gorge is located. It is picturesque with its coniferous forests, fresh air and waterfalls, making this place one of the most visited. You can also see the monument to Yuri Gagarin. After that, you can enjoy the views of the high-altitude Barskoon gorge, which is very excellent for its red rocks. Translated from Kyrgyz Seven bulls and broken Heart mountain, you can hear many interesting facts about this place today. You can also climb up and admire the beauty of the winter panorama of the gorge. Then you will transfer  to Karakol town. You are going to explore Dungan mosque. During its construction, not a single nail was used: all parts of the building are connected by means of cuts and grooves. You will also discover in your winter tour an old wooden Orthodox Church.  Your night will be in the hotel. 

Day 5: Karakol – Issyk Kul Lake northern shore – Chon Kemin
After the breakfast you will go along the Northern line of Lake Issyk Kul. This lake is known all over the world. and it is proudly called the pearl of Kyrgyzstan. The high-mountain lake is surrounded by mountain ranges and the name translates as "Warm Lake". Many residents of the CIS countries come to relax and heal with the salt water of the lake and the sea air. It is located at an altitude of 1608 meters and has a length of 180 km and a width of 70 km. the maximum depth of the lake is 702 meters. You will also visit a small local museum that keeps examples of handicraft, music instruments and a lot of artifacts. Night will be in in Chon Kemin village in home stay. 

Day 6: Chon Kemin – Bishkek
The unique Chon-Kemin nature Park is home to rare animals, birds, plants and insects listed in the Red book of the country. Chon Kemin village is situated in a national park and you will see many amazing mountain views. During the tour, you can enjoy unique views of the winter beauty of the gorge. Winter tourism in Kyrgyzstan is getting better and better, many visitors come to see the beautiful beauty of nature. Tourists are also attracted by the genuine hospitality of the Kyrgyz people and original customs and traditions. You will have an interesting journey through the high mountain gorge on horseback for about 3 hours, where you can climb up and see the beautiful views of the winter forests, and a panoramic view of the gorge. You will have a fascinating journey in this tour and you will be able to learn a lot of facts about the Kyrgyz people. In the end of the tour you will transfer to Bishkek.  Overnight at the hotel. 

Day 7: Bishkek – Airport
In the morning is transfer to airport. 

 

Tours to Kyrgyzstan in winter are filled with the atmosphere of fairy tales and magic. When it comes to winter, we usually talk about a great sports holiday in Kyrgyzstan. Ski resorts in

Kyrgyzstan are equipped with some of the best routes, where you can buy equipment and ask for help from a professional instructor. The bases are mainly located in the Chui and Issyk-Kul regions. Many sports fans are well aware of the ski resort, because they are one of the most famous in Central Asia. But when we talk about winter holidays, not everyone knows how beautiful and incomparable the nature of Kyrgyzstan is. Magical crystal waterfalls, red canyons, high-altitude lakes and mind-blowing rivers. Tours to Kyrgyzstan are some of the best points to reach, here you can spend an active time and relax to the fullest.

You can visit Kyrgyzstan at any time of the year and especially feel the holiday atmosphere in winter. Closed roads hidden under the cover of snow, it does not matter for viewing magnificent views and natural paintings.

You will be able to go around all the territories of Issyk Kul and explore its surroundings, the lake is one of the most beautiful natural creations, on the way you will be able to visit Cholpon-Ata and petroglyphs rock paintings and learn magnificent views of animal hunting scenes and the Golden man, which date back to 2000 years BC. You can also visit the unique Jeti Oguz gorge, which is located near Karakol and attracts tourists with its hydrogen sulfide springs. You will visit famous Jeti Oguz gorge. You will see the Magnificent Broken heart mountain and learn many new facts about the past nomadic life of the Kyrgyz people, as well as about hunting with eagles in the village of Bokonbayevo. You can visit Kochkor and see interesting exhibits of ancient crafts, learn how to make a felt carpet, and also learn a lot about folklore, songs and folk art. In the picturesque valley of Chon Kemin you will be able to have a great time, ride horses and see winter invite canyons. You will be inspired by the generosity of the Kyrgyz people who invite you to their home, and you will also taste delicious Kyrgyz food. In the Naryn region, you will be amazed by astonishing mountain peaks, beautiful gorges, rivers and lakes.

Kyrgyzstan is one of the most interesting places to visit in winter. During this period, the indescribable nature attracts the most attention of tourists and gives you a great time. Spend your vacation productively and effectively with us!