Issyk-Kul is the largest lake in Kyrgyzstan. Issyk-Kul is translated as “hot lake”. The water temperature here does not drop to below zero even in winter, so the lake never freezes.
There are many beautiful places around Issyk Kul that we will visit during the tour.
Day 1: Bishkek – Fairy Tale Canyon - Tosor yurt camp(300 km)
Day 2: Barskoon Gorge – Zheti-Oguz Rock – Karakol (120 km)
Day 3: Karakol City Tour-Semenovsky Gorge-Tamchi (200 km)
Day 4: Tamchi – Bishkek ( 220 km)
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At the hotel
Day 1: Bishkek –– Fairy Tale Canyon - Tosor yurt camp
The tour starts from Bishkek. On the way to Issyk-Kul we will enjoy the beautiful nature and have a picnic on the shore of the lake. After the picnic you can swim in the lake. In summer the water in the lake is warm.
After we will visit the most beautiful fairy tale canyon.
We will arrive at the Tosor yurt camp, which is located on the shore of the lake. We will be accommodated in yurts. A yurt is a house of nomadic Kyrgyz.
From October to May, accommodation will be in a guest house, because the yurt camps are closed.
Day 2: Zheti-Oguz Rocks-Kok Zhaiyk Valley – Karakol city
After breakfast we will go to Zheti Oguz rocks.Zheti-Oguz , known for its red rock formations: The “Seven Bulls”
The “Broken Heart” cliff.Then we will go to Kok Zhaiyk Valley. We will go to the waterfall. The road on foot will take 1 hour one way. On the way to the waterfall there is a beautiful view of the valley.
Continue to Karakol, a city with cultural and historical significance.
Dinner and accommodation in a guesthouse.
Day 3: Karakol City Tour- Semenovsky Gorge- Tamchi
After breakfast, explore Karakol’s landmarks:
Dungan Mosque, built without nails
Holy Trinity Orthodox Church
Afterwards we will go to the northern part of Issyk-Kul. On the way we will stop in Semenovsky Gorge, if we have enough time we can reach the lake
Arrival in Tamchi and accommodation in a guest house. Free time, you can swim in the lake
Day 4: Tamchi – Bishkek
After breakfast we return to Bishkek, admiring the views along the way.
Ending Point
At the hotel
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
English speaking guide
Private transportation throughout whole trip on Toyota Harrier Gasoline fee, toll, parking
Accommodation in Yurt Camp and Guest houses with breakfast
Lunches and dinners (average 5- 10$)
Personal expenses
Horse riding ( 10$ one hour )
On this tour we will drive 4-5 hours every day.
The tour is suitable for everyone.
I can work any day, but the start of the tour must be agreed with me in advance.
My name is Guliza, I have been working as a guide for 5 years. I am from Kyrgyzstan and am deeply passionate about the history, culture and nature of our country. I have own car and I have been driving a car for 10 years.
It is very important to take into account the interests of each tourist, and I try to make excursions flexible so that everyone feels comfortable and interested. I’m always happy to meet new people and help them get to know our country from a new and exciting side.
Emie H.
“A lovely tour with Guliza! ”
Thank you Guliza for such a great tour of Bishkek! I really enjoyed the way you explained the history, especially about the Soviet period and earlier times, and also gave me a feel for everyday life in the city. Tasting local delicacies, riding the bus, and visiting the museum together made the day really special!
Guliza M.
Hi Emie. Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad you enjoyed the tour.
Elaine W.
“Sightseeing from Bishkek ”
We loved our day trip 45 minutes out from Bishkek to Ala Archa NP. It is a must to grab a picnic lunch and head to this spectacular area. Day 2 with Guliza and once again she was a wonderful guide to have by our side. If you need an English speaking private guide in Bishkek then please contact her.
Guliza M.
Thank you very much. I'm glad I met wonderful people like you.
Elaine W.
“Bishkek City tour”
What a wonderful guide to experience this lesser known city. We found her a pleasure to be around, knowledgeable and her English was excellent Very highly recommended
Guliza M.
Thank you very much for your kind words. It was a pleasure to spend this day with you.
$550/ per group