The Experience
A carefully designed private journey through the most breathtaking landscapes of Southeast Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan
This is not a standard tourist route. It is an immersive Central Asian road expedition created for travelers seeking untouched nature, authentic nomadic culture, mountain adventures and remote places far from mass tourism
From dramatic canyons and alpine lakes to hidden hot springs, yurts, horseback riding and high-altitude valleys — this journey combines comfort, adventure and unforgettable scenery into one seamless experience
Highlights
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What's Included
Included in price
- Private SUV transport throughout
- English & Russian speaking guide
- All accommodation — cabins, yurts, hotels
- All meals — breakfast, lunch, dinner
- All activities — zipline, horse riding, SUP
- All entrance fees & permits
- Border crossing assistance
Not included
- International flights
- Personal purchases & souvenirs
- Travel insurance
- Hotel in Almaty / Bishkek before or after the tour
We recommend purchasing travel insurance before your trip. We can advise on suitable options on request.
Your Itinerary
Day 1 Almaty -> Charyn Canyon -> Saty Village
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Almaty -> Charyn Canyon -> Saty Village
Departure from Almaty at 12:00 PM
Guests spend several hours exploring panoramic viewpoints, walking through the canyon formations, enjoying tea with mountain views and taking photos during golden hour
In the evening we continue toward the peaceful mountain village of Saty where guests stay overnight in cozy A-frame cabins surrounded by nature
Day 2 Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes -> Kyrgyzstan -> Karakol
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Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes -> Kyrgyzstan -> Karakol
After breakfast we head deep into the mountains toward Altyn Arashan — one of the most beautiful alpine valleys in Central Asia
Guests travel through untouched mountain landscapes, relax in natural hot spring pools surrounded by pine forests and snowy peaks, enjoy lunch in the valley and spend the day immersed in nature
In the evening we return to Karakol for dinner and overnight stay
Day 3 Altyn Arashan Hot Springs
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Altyn Arashan Hot Springs
After breakfast we head deep into the mountains toward Altyn Arashan — one of the most beautiful alpine valleys in Central Asia
Guests travel through untouched mountain landscapes, relax in natural hot spring pools surrounded by pine forests and snowy peaks, enjoy lunch in the valley and spend the day immersed in nature
In the evening we return to Karakol for dinner and overnight stay
Day 4 Jety-Oguz & Kok-Jayik
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Jety-Oguz & Kok-Jayik
Morning departure toward the famous red rock formations of Jety-Oguz
After sightseeing and photo stops, we continue higher into the mountains toward Kok-Jaiyk Valley
This is a full nomadic experience day including:
• traditional yurts
• horseback riding
• eagle rider performances
• mountain BBQ
• panoramic valleys and alpine meadows
By evening we return to Karakol for the final overnight stay
Day 5 Karakol -> Skazka Canyon -> Son-kul
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Karakol -> Skazka Canyon -> Son-kul
After breakfast we begin the journey along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake
Along the way we stop at the surreal red rock landscapes of Skazka Canyon for photos and short walks
The route continues through remote mountain roads and panoramic valleys toward Song-Kul Lake — one of Kyrgyzstan’s most spectacular high-altitude destinations.
By evening guests arrive at a traditional yurt camp surrounded by endless pastures, horses and dramatic mountain scenery
Dinner under the stars and overnight stay in yurts.
Day 6 Full Song-Kul Experience -> Bishkek
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Full Song-Kul Experience -> Bishkek
A relaxed and immersive day at Song-Kul
Guests enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of nomadic life:
• horseback riding across alpine pastures
• lakeside walks
• free time to relax and disconnect
• optional swimming during summer season
• traditional nomadic meals
After lunch we begin the scenic drive toward Bishkek
Arrival in the evening and overnight stay in a comfortable hotel
Day 7 Chunkurchak Gorge -> Almaty
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Chunkurchak Gorge -> Almaty
On the final day we head toward Chunkurchak Gorge near Bishkek
Guests enjoy a relaxed mountain picnic surrounded by green valleys, horses and panoramic landscapes — the perfect ending to the journey
After lunch we begin the return drive toward Almaty
Arrival late evening