Express Tour to Issyk-Kul and Song-Kol Lakes 2026

Bishkek to Bokonbaevo: A Scenic Drive with Eagle Hunting Experience

Morning departure to the southern Issyk-Kul Lake, 5 hours. On the way, visit the Burana Tower architectural complex (10-11th century, an important point on the Great Silk Road), 15km from the main road. Continue your trip to Issyk-Kul lake, today lunch will be at Jaychi yurt camp, also there you will see eagle hunting show.  Enjoy your time at the lake-shore. Dinner and overnight are in a yurt camp near the lakeshore.

Drive time: 4-5 hours

Day 2

Bokonbaevo to Song-Kul lake: A Journey through Nature and Culture

After breakfast transfer to Song-Kol lake via Kalmak-Ashuu pass, arrive to the lake by late lunch time, have a lunch at yurt camp. Free time. Spend the day enjoying a refreshing and well-earned rest at the lake-side. Watch and/or participate in the everyday life of the shepherds: milking mares; making traditional Kyrgyz milk products like Kymyz (fermented mare’s milk) or Airan (a sour, dense milk product); tending cattle. Dinner and B&B will be at traditional yurt camp.

Drive time: 5 hours

Optional experience: you can enjoy horseback riding along the shores of Song-Kul Lake or explore the area’s stunning panoramic viewpoints.

Day 3

Song-Kul lake to Bishkek: A Drive via Pass

After late breakfast transfer to Bishkek via 32 Serpentines and Dolon passes, on the way we will make a stop to see a waterfall. Upon arrival to Bishkek, end of the tour.

Drive time: 6 hours

DATES & PRICING 2026

Pricing below is per person and based on double/twin/triple occupancy. We also have the flexible cancellation policies —we make it easy if you change your mind. Have a small group of your friends or family? You can choose your own date and you will have your own private guide and transport for your adventure.

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NOTE: Let us know if you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions.