Name of trip: Celestial Mountains 

Tour’s destinations: Kyzyl Oi, Son Kul, Tash Rabat, Kochkor, Karakol, Bishkek 

Arrival to: Bishkek

Departure from: Bishkek

Day 1: Bishkek – Kyzyl Oi
This day you will meet the local driver at Manas International Airport to Bishkek. This day you will transfer about 30 minutes to get to the capital of Kyrgyzstan. After that you will have a chance to discover the fabulous and main attractions and have highlight tour. During the tour you will discover amazing landmarks as Pobeda Square (Victory Square), Duboviy Park (Oak Park), Central Ala-Too Square, Old Square, National Philharmonic, and many other interesting sites. After that you will travel to the next site. This day you will travel to fascinating village Kyzyl Oi. You will have a chance to see to the South side of the country. During the tour you will discover the amazing scenery, enjoy the pristine nature and discover the spectacular views of highly mountains and breathtaking gorges. You will have a chance to discover the stunning pass Tue Ashuu, which altitude is 3000 meter high where you will see the amazing panoramic views. You will also have a chance to take photos during the tour. This day you will have a chance to discover the road that is one of the most charming in Kyrgyzstan. You will rest the night in the home stay. 

Day 2: Kyzyl Oi – Son Kul
In the morning you will travel to the spectacular lake Son Kul. Today you will have a chance to discover the lake that is one of the most amazing. This day you will discover that it is the second largest in the country, and is located at an altitude of 3016 meters above sea level. Our clients of the company will be able to explore that since ancient times the lake has been inhabited by nomads, and every summer nomads come here with their cattle to clean and fresh pastures. Customers of the company will be able to explore that the Kyrgyz love this place, because there are unique views, and beautiful landscapes, with unique flora and fauna. Here you can see clean meadows, beautiful views of the lake, and also you can breathe fresh air. Do not miss the opportunity to take beautiful photos and also enjoy the charm of nature. You can feel like a real nomad here and enjoy the lifestyle. Today you will rest the night in the yurts made of wooden skeleton and covered with felt.

Day 3: Son Kul – Tash Rabat
Today you will travel to Tash Rabat. But today you will also have a chance to discover a wonderful horse riding in a quiet. You will also have a chance to see peaceful place where you can enjoy the views of the lake. Today you will explore the local traditions and customs of local residents and discover their way of life. After that you will travel to Tash Rabat. Tash-Rabat is located in the mountains, at an altitude of 3200 m above sea level, very close to the border of Kyrgyzstan with China. The Caravanserai is a kind of medieval hotel located on the Great Silk Road. This section of the ancient road was a link between the Chui and Ferghana valleys and Kashgar. Since ancient times, the Kyrgyz people have associated many myths and legends with the fortress. Active research of Tash-Rabat began only in the 19th-20th century. In total, there are about 31 rooms in the caravanserai, where the thickness of the rooms is about 1 meter. Inside the caravanserai itself there is a prison in which robbers and hooligans were imprisoned. This day you will spend the night in the yurts. 

Day 4: Tash Rabat – Kochkor
In the morning you will have a chance to travel via vivid gorges and fabulous mountain pass that is 3 000 meters high to the Kochkor village. This day you will meet the local family that will show you how to produce the national felt carpet called shyrdak. Shyrdak is one of the most difficult in its technique of making felt products among the Kyrgyz.Shyrdak is a national Kyrgyz carpet made of felt, the ornament of which is made according to the mosaic technique. The name comes from the word shyryk, which means quilting – one of the main processes in the creation of this carpet, which makes it strong and durable. After that you will discover a small handicraft museum there. Along the way you will see silver decorations, coats made of wolf, horse saddle decorations, carpets and many other interesting things. This day you will rest the night in the home stay. 

Day 5: Kochkor – Issyk Kul southern shore – Skazka – Karakol
In the morning you will transfer to the second largest alpine lake in the world called Issyk Kul. One of the symbols of Kyrgyzstan is the legendary lake Issyk-Kul. This huge lake, located high in the mountains, has crystal clear water. Its transparent blue surface stretches for many kilometers. Issyk-Kul replaces the sea for all the inhabitants of Central Asia. The length of Lake Issyk-Kul is 182 km, and the width reaches 58-60 km, its area is 6330 sq. km. The maximum depth of the reservoir reaches 702 meters, its height above sea level is 1608 meters. In winter, the lake does not freeze because of the great depth and high concentration of mineral salts, the water temperature during this period does not fall below 2-3 degrees Celsius. During the tour you will have a chance to admire the fabulous views of the charming Canyon that is located on the southern shore of Lake Issyk-Kul near the village of Tosor. You will see that this place has wonderful views of fabulous shapes and forms. In course of the tour you will explore the village of Bokonbaevo and visit a real hunter who hunts rabbits, hares, lynxes and mice with the help of an eagle. He will tell you the methods of hunting that came to us from the nomadic time of the 12th-13th century. In course of the tour you will break at the fascinating gorge Jeti Oguz and discover the panoramic views of the gorge and take photos of the famous Broken Heart Mountain. After that you will travel to Karakol. This night you will spend in the guesthouse.

Day 6: Karakol – Issyk Kul northern shore – Bishkek
This day you will have a wonderful trip and travel along the northern part of the fabulous lake Issyk Kul. During the tour you will discover the fascinating views of the lake and take photos. Guests of the country you will transfer to the enchanting capital of Kyrgyzstan Bishkek. You will have an opportunity to discover the panoramic views of the lake. Today you will have a chance to discover the harmony with nature. You will also stop at the open air museum of petroglyphs that were made by shamans 2 000 years ago and dated back to 800 B.C. This night you will rest the hotel.

Day 7: Bishkek – Airport
Morning transfer to airport. 
 

Transport:
02 pax – Mitsubishi Delica
04-10 pax – Mercedes Sprinter
 

Price per person:
02 pax – 815 $
04 pax – 540 $
06 pax – 420 $
08 pax – 360 $
10 pax – 320 $
Single – 90 $

Early check-in – 35 $
Single early check-in – 60 $ 

Half board – 85 $
Full board – 170 $ 

English speaking guide – 525 $ per group

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
      Kyzyl Oi – Homestay
      Son Kul – Yurts, (4 pax in 1)
      Tash Rabat – Yurts, (4 pax in 1)
      Kochkor – Homestay
      Karakol – “Karagat” Hotel 4* or “Green Yard” Guesthouse
      Bishkek – “Discovery” 3* or “Garden” 4*
- Horse riding in Son Kul
- Museum admissions
- Mineral water supply 

Service does not include:
- Meals
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide