About this activity
Explore two Central Asian countries in one seamless journey. Discover Almaty and Bishkek with stunning landscapes and cultural highlights.
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Itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival in Almaty
- Arrival in Almaty.
- Meet and greet at the airport followed by transfer to hotel or apartments.
- Check-in and free time to rest after the flight.
- Overnight in Almaty
Day 2 — Almaty City Tour
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Start the Almaty city tour:
- Visit Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen dedicated to heroes of the Great Patriotic War
- Visit Ascension Cathedral — one of the tallest wooden buildings in the world built without nails (entrance fee not included)
- Walk along Arbat Street — pedestrian area with souvenir shops, artists and cafes
- Visit Green Bazaar — local market with national food and local atmosphere
- Visit Kok-Tobe hill — panoramic view of Almaty city
- Visit Medeo Ice Rink — highest mountain ice rink in the world at 1691 meters
- Optional: Cable car ride to Shymbulak Mountain Resort (extra charge)
- Lunch at local cafe during tour
- Return to hotel
- Overnight in Almaty
Day 3 — Almaty — Charyn Canyon — Saty Village
- Breakfast at hotel
- Departure to Charyn Canyon National Park
- Walk through the canyon and enjoy scenic views
- Continue journey to Saty village
- Arrival and check-in at guest house
- Free time and rest
- Overnight in Saty Village
Day 4 — Kolsai Lake — Kaindy Lake
- Breakfast at guest house
- Visit Kolsai Lake — one of the most beautiful mountain lakes of Kazakhstan
- Optional activities:
- • Horse riding
- • Boat trip
- Visit Kaindy Lake — famous submerged forest in turquoise water
- Transfer by mountain vehicle to reach lake area
- Return to guest house
- Free time
- Overnight in Saty Village
Day 5 — Saty — Karakol (Kyrgyzstan)
- Breakfast at guest house
- Departure to Karakol city
- Cross Kazakhstan — Kyrgyzstan border
- Arrival in Karakol
- Visit Dungan Mosque
- Visit Dungan family and attend Lagman cooking show
- Taste national dish
- Visit Przhevalsky Museum
- Check-in at hotel
- Free time
- Overnight in Karakol
Day 6 — Karakol — Altyn Arashan Gorge
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Altyn Arashan Gorge
- Transfer by UAZ mountain vehicle
- Visit Orthodox Church
- Optional visit to thermal hot springs
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Return to hotel
- Dinner
- Overnight in Karakol
Day 7 — Karakol — Bokonbaeva Village
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Jeti-Oguz Gorge
- Visit panoramic viewpoint
- Trekking to Seven Bulls and Broken Heart rock formations
- Visit local apiary (seasonal)
- Picnic lunch at Issyk-Kul Lake southern shore
- Transfer to Barskoon waterfalls
- Short hike to waterfalls
- Transfer to yurt camp
- Dinner
- Overnight in Bokonbaeva Village
Day 8 — Bokonbaeva — Bishkek
- Breakfast at yurt camp
- Departure to Bishkek
- Eagle Hunting Show and demonstration
- Stop at Orto-Tokoy Reservoir
- Lunch at local cafe
- Visit Burana Tower (if time permits)
- Visit Turkish Mosque in Bishkek
- Arrival in Bishkek
- Dinner
- Overnight in Bishkek
Day 9 — Bishkek — Almaty
- Breakfast at hotel
- Transfer to Almaty
- Arrival and drop at airport
- End of tour
Accommodation
- Almaty — KazJol Hotel 3*
- Bishkek — B Hotel 4*
- Saty — Guest House
- Karakol — Macunoky Hotel 4*
- Bokonbaeva Village — EcoResort Kayyrma Camp
Make it your own! Contact us for a fully customized travel plan.
Highlights
- Visit Two Countries in One Trip
- Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes
- Almaty City Tour
- Bishkek City Tour
- Horse Riding Experience
- Cultural & Nature Combination
- Cultural Immersion: Visit local villages and experience traditional lifestyles.
Includes
- 4 Nights Accommodation (4★ Hotels)
- Daily Breakfast at Hotels
- Private Transportation Throughout Tour
- English Speaking Guide
- Airport Transfers
- Border Crossing Assistance
- Eco-fees & National Park Entry Fees
- Cable Car to Kok-Tobe
- Safari Taxi in Charyn Canyon
- Taxi from Saty to Lake Kaindy
- Ala-Archa National Park Entrance
- Chingiz Aitmatov Museum Entrance
- Horse Riding (Kaindy & Chunkurchak)
- International Air Tickets
- Domestic Flights (if any)
- Medical Insurance
- Lunches & Dinners
- SIM Card
- Personal Expenses
- Tips for Guide & Driver
- Tour Cancellation Charges
- Any Service Not Mentioned Above
Details
This exciting multi-country tour combines the beauty of Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. Visit Almaty’s modern city attractions and explore Kyrgyzstan’s natural landscapes. Experience mountains, lakes, and cultural heritage in a short timeframe. The journey offers smooth cross-border travel and comfortable transportation. Perfect for travelers wanting maximum experience in limited time.
Know Before You Go
- Carry a valid passport and check visa requirements for Kyrgyzstan
- Weather can vary — warm in the city, cooler in mountains and near Issyk-Kul Lake
- Moderate walking and light hiking involved (especially in Ala-Archa National Park and gorges)
- Travel times between locations can be long (4–5 hours on some days)
- Early hotel check-in and late check-out are subject to availability
What To Bring
- Valid passport & travel documents
- Comfortable walking shoes / hiking shoes
- Light jacket or sweater (for mountains & evenings)
- Casual clothing suitable for layering
- Sunglasses, sunscreen & hat
- Personal toiletries & medications
- Reusable water bottle
- Some cash (local currency for small expenses)
Location
Bishkek, Kyrgzstan
