- Visit Karakol, Kyrgyzstan, Karakol
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HIGH PASSES OF KYRGYZSTAN
Duration: 12 days
This tour is designed for self-drivers on SUV with technical support and staff (guide, cook and mechanic). This tour passes through the picturesque and rough places, that’s why tourists should have 3 years of driving experience and be at the age over 25 years. Provided cars are insured.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Off-Road tour in Kyrgyzstan
- Self driving possibility
- Cross high pass around 4000m
- See Khan-Tengri peak 7000m if weather will clear
- Visit Kel-Suu and Son-Kol lakes
- Enjoy with scenic views
ITINERARY:
Day 1: Arriving day to Bishkek
Arrival at Manas Airport: Upon landing, you'll be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Bishkek. Take some time to relax and recover from your flight. Depending on your energy and interest, you can enjoy a short hike with several viewpoints in Ala-Archa Antional Park or explore Bishkek. This beautiful national park offers stunning mountain scenery and a chance to connect with nature. End the day with a warm welcome dinner at a traditional restaurant, savoring local cuisine.
Day 2: Bishkek - Kyzyl-Oi, up to 250 km
After a restful night, you’ll sign the agreement with the car rental agency and complete the insurance payment in the morning. Once this is done, you’ll receive the documents and keys to your vehicle.
With the cars ready, our adventure begins as we head towards Kyzyl-Oi village, traversing the breathtaking Too-Ashu Pass. Located 135 km from Bishkek and at an elevation of 3,400 meters above sea level, the Too-Ashu Pass offers stunning views on the way to Son-Kul Lake. This road connects the northern and southern capitals and boasts spectacular landscapes that will leave you in awe.
Next, we will continue on to the Suusamyr Valley, situated between the Kyrgyz and Talas Ala-Too mountain ranges. This valley, which stretches for 155 km and lies at an altitude of 2,000 to 3,200 meters, is considered one of the finest grasslands in Kyrgyzstan.
In the evening, you’ll enjoy dinner and accommodations at a CBT guest house in Kyzyl-Oi village.
Day 3: Kyzyl-Oi - Son-Kul lake, up to 150 km
Morning departure to Son-Kul Lake. Sitting at an altitude of 3016 meters, Son-Kul is Kyrgyzstan’s second-largest lake after Issyk-Kul and the largest freshwater lake in the country. The lake is encircled by broad summer pastures (jailoo) and mountain scenery. Stay in a yurt camp by the lake, with dinner included. Enjoy demonstrations of traditional Kyrgyz equestrian games: Kok-Boru, Kyz-Kumai, and Tyiyn-Enmei.
Day 3. Son-Kul lake - Naryn, up to 300 km
Our next stop is Tash Rabat area direction, a well-preserved 15th-century stone caravanserai. We’ll reach it via the scenic passes of Moldo-Ashu (3,343 m) and Mels, winding through several stunning valleys. From there, we’ll proceed to Naryn town for overnight accommodation and dinner at a hotel. Long driving day
Day 5. Naryn – Kel-Suu, 150 km
We are moving to the magic and mysterious lake Kel-Suu located at 3500 m elevation in the Tian Shan Mountains, probably most beautiful and scenic place in Kyrgyzstan. In these places, you can see big number of yaks, beautiful landscapes, Mountain Rivers, high mountains and glaciers. Kel-Suu lake is surrounded by steep cliffs on every side with a lots of caves, pits and small stone islands. Dinner and accommodation in yurt camp or guesthouse.
Day 6. Kel-Suu - Naryn, 150km
We will visit Kel-Suu lake today, if the water level in river are too high to pass via SUV (vehicle), we will cross-river on horses. Walking to the lake and feeling the majesty of this place. Moving back to Naryn, driving back to Naryn taking around same 5 hours and the scenery is stunning all the way with lovely marmots running on hills. Dinner and accommodation at hotel
Day 7. Naryn - Tosor pass - Tamga, up to 230 km
Exhilarating off-road day along the Highland Road that connects the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions. Our journey will take us through the challenging Tosor Pass, situated at an altitude of 3,893 meters in the Terskey-Ala-Too range, where breathtaking views of Issyk-Kul Lake await. The Tosor Pass presents a formidable challenge with its steep descents and rocky, snow-covered paths. Once we reach the main highway, we will continue to Tamga village, where we'll enjoy accommodations and dinner at a family guesthouse.
Day 8: Tamga - Karakol, up to 150 km.
Our next stop is the Djety-Oguz Valley, where we will explore key local attractions, including the iconic Broken Heart and Seven Bulls formations. We'll take a brief walk in the Djety-Oguz Canyon, which resembles a smaller version of the Grand Canyon. Next, we’ll drive to the Kok-Jayik Valley and Peak Oguz-Bashy view 5168m. Dinner and accommodation in Karakol.
Day 9: Karakol - Sary-Jaz - Karakol, up to 300 km
We will proceed to the Chon-Ashuu Pass, which stands at 3,822 meters, before continuing to the Sary-Jaz and Karkara Valleys. This tour is ideal for those who wish to experience the towering summits and untamed nature of the Tian-Shan Mountains, offering stunning landscapes and unspoiled wilderness. It's a unique opportunity for photographers to capture breathtaking shots, especially on clear days when the snow-capped peaks of the Sary-Jaz range and the famous Khan-Tengri peak (7,010 meters) are visible. Afterward, we’ll visit Tamerlane’s Stones, located near the village of Santash, where you can find ancient kurgans and the remnants of caravanserais that once served Tamerlane’s troops. We will return to Karakol via the Basharin Pass, followed by accommodations and dinner at a hotel.
Day 10: Karakol - Chon-Kemin, up to 320 km
We set off to Chon-Kemin valley by north shore of Issyk-Kul lake. 1-2 hours short hike to Konorchek canyon or just visit another canyon Kok-Moinok near by in Boom valley. Having a rest and chill after long driving days in a nice guesthouse in Chon-Kemin valley.
Day 11. Chon-Kemin - Bishkek, 150km
Transfer to Bishkek, we will visit main sights during city tour as main square, historical museum and Osh market. Return back vehicles. Festive dinner in traditional restaurant and folklore show.
Day 12: Bishkek- Manas airport
Meeting in the hotel. Transfer to the airport Manas. Finish of service.
Note:
In addition you need to deposit 700EUR to the car rental company, in case of detection of small defects on the car obtained during the tour, the amount of money proportionate to the amount of maintenance will be deducted. In case of absence of defects, the full sum will be returned. In case of serious damage of the car due to your incorrect actions and other circumstances which caused serious damage or complete unsuitability of the car, you will need to pay additional 1,000 EUR, the rest expenses will be covered by insurance company. At least 3 years of driving experience and age over 25 years is required.
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INCLUSIONS
- Transport 4x4
- Meal
- Accommodation
- English speaking guide
- Payment for national parks
- Border permits
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