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Turquoise Eyes

May to October

9 days / 8 nights

6-16 people

What awaits you

Our most recommended tour. Immerse yourself in this incredible adventure that represents “the Switzerland of Central Asia”. We accompany you on a program throughout the center and west of the country, surrounding Issyk Kul Lake, the second most important mountain lake in the world after Titicaca, in terms of size and importance. The Son Kul Lake, the Tien Shian Mountains (Heavenly Mountains) in Karakol, the incredible valleys of Jetty Oguz or Barksoon will make you appreciate even more the true meaning of Nature in its purest state. Waterfalls, turquoise rivers, deep blue skies and blood-colored earth remind us that there is no more beautiful canvas than when we let nature express itself in all its splendor.

Route map

-Transfer from the hotel to the airport and viceversa
-Transfers during the trip, according to program
-English-speaking or Spanish-speaking guide (subject to availability)
-Guide for the horseback riding tours
-Picnic lunch according to program
-Stay in double room (Hotel ***) according to program
-Stay in yurts (4-6 people per yurt)
-Entrance fees to places of historical interest
-Entrance fees to the gorges and national parks
-Entrance to museums, according to the program
-Entrance fee to hot springs, according to program
-Hunting show with eagles
-Cooking class for the preparation of traditional boorsok
-Yurt set up
-Rafting activity with instructor
-Demonstration of local cuisine
-Access to bazaars to buy souvenirs
-Sightseeing tour of downtown Bishkek
-International airport rates
-Single room supplement
-Advance check-in
-Cost of visa or assistance with obtaining a visa (if required)
-Alcohol or additional personal expenses
-Other services not specifically included
-Medical or similar tests
-Personal equipment
-Telephones, Internet or local telecommunications
-Accommodations not specified in the program
-Entrance fees to spas, swimming pools, spas and hot springs
-Tips for service personnel
-Lunches during transfers (road cafes)

Hiking boots, hydration equipment, and emergency food. Hat, appropriate trekking backpack, sleeping bag (rental upon request), knife type multi-tool, appropriate clothing for the weather, first aid kit, mountain glasses, sun cream, stomach and head medication. We recommend to get in the hands of an expert advisor before coming to make the first trekking of your life or high mountain ascent of your life.

They can be guesthouses, local people's houses, yurts (traditional Kyrgyz nomad tents) or tents.

There are times when we have to give up for our safety, this is the main and most important objective that we transmit to our guides. Their professional opinion is the one that will determine the future of the expedition. The company will not be responsible for clients who do not respect the guide's decisions.

No, it is not necessary to have any previous knowledge or experience. 99% of the clients who come to ride with us, have never ridden before, because they do the activity as a first contact with the horse world.

Yes, 80% of the horses used for the guided tours are horses adapted to all types of clients, from 5 year old children to the elderly.

If you know how to ride you will have no problem, as we have several braver horses for riders with experience in handling and cantering. In the case of clients with proven experience, more freedom is given to the user to gallop and go more freely during the route.

No, the saddles used for horseback riding are classic saddles, which are more comfortable for inexperienced clients.

Yes, before the horseback riding tour, a short explanation is given about the handling of the horse, postures and recommendations to follow during the ride.

No, the activity can be done with conventional clothing. We recommend seasonal clothing for the top and long trousers without consturas, (type mesh or similar), to avoid the rubbing of the horse's hair with the skin of the client, to avoid chafing. Mountain or sport shoes are recommended.

No. Kyrgyzstan does not require a visa for Spanish citizens for stays of less than 60 days. For other EEC and Latin American citizens, please consult. Necessary requirements. Passport valid for 6 months. Completed immigration form handed out on the plane. Air ticket to leave the country. Countries around similar, ask before.

There is no mandatory vaccination for Spaniards in Kyrgyzstan and Central Asian countries. Mandatory yellow fever vaccine for endemic countries. It is always advisable to have tetanus, hepatitis and typhoid vaccines.

In Kyrgyzstan all selected accommodations have a special charm, selected for some reason always. We will use the establishments indicated in the program or of the same category.

In Kyrgyzstan you can have all different climates on the same day. In July and August it is hot and dry, but in the mountains the weather is unpredictable. Outside the central summer months always bring warm clothes. It usually snows from November onwards.

Kyrgyzstan and the surrounding countries are very safe, politically stable and have a low rate of common crime.

Normally from Europe you fly via Istanbul. There are no direct flights from Spain. The price is around 450 euros round trip, and the total transfer time is about 12 hours.

Additional notes

·If the falconry show is contracted, we will have to cut back on visits during the day, since the birds of prey have very marked habits that we have to respect.
·The same for the horseback riding activity in Karakol.
·For the horseback riding you have to bring lunch, water, raincoat, sunglasses, sun block, trekking boots and gloves.
·Accommodation conditions in yurt camps and in some villages follow the nomadic model (4-6 people per yurt/room, shared outdoor bathroom and summer shower.
·The weather in the mountains is always cold and variable, so please bring waterproof, warm clothing and suitable walking shoes.

Itinerary

Day 1 Airport - Bishkek - Ala Archa - Bishkek.
120 Km
We will meet you at the airport and accompany you to check-in at your hotel. Afterwards and depending on the time of arrival we will visit Ala Archa National Park, which is only 30 km away from Bishkek. First contact with the wild Kyrgyz nature. Gentle hike to a waterfall and lunch in the open air. Return to Bishkek for a guided city tour. Overnight in a 4* hotel. In the evening you will be welcomed by the local tour leader.
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Day 2. Biskek – Grigorievka
297 Km
After breakfast we start our trip in the direction of Grigorievka. On the way, we stop in Cholpon Ata to visit the open-air petroglyph museum and to have lunch in a local restaurant. We continue our journey to Grigorievka, where we will stay in an eco-friendly yurt. Time for rest and dinner.
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Day 3. Grigorievka - Semenovka – Karakol
110 Km
We will take a ride through the Grigorievka Gorge to the first lake. Returning to the vehicle, we continue our journey to Karakol through the Semenov Gorge. Upon arrival we will have a cultural tour of the city (we can visit the Russian Orthodox Church and a Dungan mosque of Chinese origin). In Karakol we can go horseback riding. The activity lasts 5-6 hours (please consult).
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Day 4. Jety Oguz – Barskon-Skazka – Kaji Sai
105 Km
Today we will visit Jety Oguz, incredible rock formations and the Barskaun Gorge. It is famous for its waterfalls and for the fact that the world's first cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin, visited it after his flight. Here we will take our lunch boxes and head to the waterfall. On the way back we will have lunch at a beautiful picnic spot. Arriving at Kaji Say and if the weather permits, we will take a refreshing swim in the a refreshing swim in the Issyk Kul lake. We have the option to attend a falconry show (traditional hunting with falcons and eagles). Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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Day 5. Kaji Sai - Tash Rabat
291 Km
Transfer to Tash-Rabat. On the way, not far from the village of Bokonbaevo, we will stop to see a demonstration of falconry, the traditional hunting with falcons and eagles (consult). Then we will arrive at the incredible 15th century caravanserai whose name means “Stone House”, resting place of the nomads and merchants of the silk road. It is located at 3105 m above sea level in the heart of the Tien Shian Mountains. We will visit it and take a nice walk in the surroundings. The accommodation will be in yurts where we will be in direct contact with nomadic families. Here we can learn how to set up a nomadic yurt together, attend a private folk concert (local music)... (ask for more information)
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Day 6. Tash Rabat - Son Kul lake
Today awaits us beautiful Son Kul Lake, our hidden gem. Son Kul is the second largest lake in the country located at an altitude of 3016 meters. Since ancient times it has been used by nomads as a summer pasture. We will walk around the lake, discover the daily life of the nomads. In addition, in the evening we can organize boorsok preparation classes (traditionally cooked outdoors on firewood, boorsok, a very popular appetizer in Kyrgyzstan) (please consult). Accommodation and dinner at the yurt camp.
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Day 7. Son Kul – Chon Kemin
225 Km
Transfer to Chon Kemin National Park. The national park is a unique natural complex with incredible landscapes ranging from semi-desert to glaciers with rich flora and fauna. We will hike to see the panoramic view of the Chon Kemin valley. We will go rafting down the Kemin River. Overnight at hotel.
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Day 8. Chon Kemin – Bishkek
135 Km
Today we return to Bishkek. On the way we will stop in the ancient city of Balasagun, one of the capitals of the Karakhanid state. one of the capitals of the Karakhanid state. We will visit the Burana Tower, the only one of its kind in Central Asia. Lunch on the way. Upon arrival in Bishkek, free time.
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Day 9 . Bishkek - Airport
50 Km
Transfer to the airport, end of trip and service.
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