Kyrgyzstan horse riding 2

Duration: 12 days

Places to visit: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley - Tamga - Chong Kyzyl Suu - pass Karatakia - gorge Kitchi Kyzyl Suu - Gorge Jukutshak - gorge Ashu-Kashka Suu - Lake Kashka-Suu - river Kumtor - Arabel Suu - Chokoli Lakes - Bishkek There is a great chance to feel the freedom of mind if you are tired from civilization.
During your horse riding tour you will take pleasure in mountainous Kyrgyzstan untouched nature and visit lakes and waterfalls with pure sparkling water. While staying in Kyrgyzstan you will find out about Kyrgyz culture and customs. The Kyrgyz managed to keep all traditions till now days being nomads for many years.

Tour summary:

Day 1: Bishkek - Chon Kemin valley
You will be met by your guide in the International Airport of Manas and accompanied to Bishkek City (30 min. drive). In Bishkek, after having breakfast, the entire day will be devoted to a guided Bishkek City Tour, including lunch. During this sightseeing tour we will visit the central Ala-Too Square, Oak Park (Duboviy Park), Victory Square (Pobeda Square), the History Museum, National Concert hall and the monument of Manas (legendary hero of the Kyrgyz people), Oriental Bazaar, Art Gallery and many other places that provoke your interest. Transfer to Chon Kemin valley to the Guesthouse of Kalmak-Ashuu, where you also will spend overnight. On the way, we will visit the Burana Tower -minaret of the 11 century and its attached Balbans (stone warriors) open air museum. Your dinner will be served at 7 pm.

Day 2: Chon Kemin valley - Tamga
Breakfast is served at 7 o'clock in the morning. This day our main target is the trip to Tamga Village(380 km,6h) through the picturesque canyon of Boom along the southern shore of the Celestial Issyk-Kul Lake (1608m.above sea level). Issyl - Kul is the second largest mountain lake in the world. The Lake is also known as "The treasure of Central Asia". Our dinner will be served in the Tamga guesthouse, where you will also spend the night.

Day 3: Tamga - Chong Kyzyl Suu
This day we start with delicious breakfast and keep our way (70 km) to remarkable Chong Kyzyl Suu Valley by car. On arrival in Chon Kyzyl Suu we will start our horseback riding along the Terskey Ala - Too mountain Range (5h). On our way, we will see spectacular red mountains that are differently shaped. In Dungan vallage of Jely Suu we will visit the mineral sources of hot springs where you will have a chance to take a bath in mineral waters. After that, a horseback riding tour to the Chong Kyzyl Suu Physical and Geographical station. This way will take one hour. Your dinner and overnight stay will be in yurt camp. A yurta is an original nomad's habitation that is made of a wooden frame and covered with felt. This is a collapsible dwelling that is made without a single nail.

Day 4: Chong Kyzyl Suu - pass Karatakia - gorge Kitchi Kyzyl Suu
You will have a horseback riding just after breakfast to the gorge of Karatakia over the Karatakia Pass. You will enjoy the surrounding nature and take a fortifying lunch. After picnic you will have horseback riding down the Valley of Kitshi Kyzyl Suu (6h). This is a place where it will be possible to try Kyrgyz national drink (fermented mare's milk) - Kumis. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. Overnight is in tents.

Day 5: Kitchi Kyzyl Suu - gorge Jukutchak
You will start horse riding to (3937m above sea level) Kashka-Tor pass after breakfast. You will ride a horse all the way through the stunning red ravine. En route you will visit the sandstone red cave that is known "500 rams". It is said that in olden times the nomads used this cave for their cattle. But some time later the part of the cave was destroyed by the earthquake. But even now it is possible to imagine the original size of this cave for 500 rams. There is also a mountain waterfall. You will have your lunch at the bottom of the waterfall. The waterfall is situated not far from hot springs (40 degrees Celsius) that are also possible to visit if you wish. After having a rest we continue our way to Jukutchak valley. Night in tents. Dinner is served at 8 p.m.

Day 6: Gorge Jukutshak - gorge Ashu-Kashka Suu
Just after 8 o'clock breakfast, we will commence an ascent on horses to the pass Ashu-Tor (3636m. a. s. l.), on the way you will see a mountain cascade and also you can take a bath in the sauna with thiocyanogen waters. Picnic. After picnic we will go on on our (6hours) horses riding down in the gorge of Ashu-Kashka Suu. At 8 p.m. our dinner will be served. Your dinner will be served. Night is in tents.

Day 7: Ashu-Kashka Suu Gorge - Kashka-Suu Lake
Your breakfast is at 8 o'clock. After packing your stuff you will have an ascent on the pass of Kashka - Suu (3891m.) on the horses. There you will have a lunch. Afterwards you will ride your horse for 6 hours to the Kashka - Suu Lake. This pure and sparkling lake finds its origin in a glacier. This magnificent mountain lake is situated at 3800 meters hight above sea level. At 7p.m. dinner is served. Overnight is in tents.

Day 8: Lake Kashka-Suu - river Kumtor (3012m)
Just after fortifying breakfast you will start 6 hours horse riding to Kumtor river. You will ride among Ak Shirak Mountains, which have snow even in summer. You will be surprised by the unpredictable weather conditions. It can change from summer heat to winter snowfall within 20 minutes. The River of Kumtor is the most famous site for gold diggers. Even these days there are some natives who make an effort in finding gold there. You will spend the night near the Central Tien Shan Observatory in tents. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m.

Day 9: Kumtor - Arabel Suu
This day starts with a breakfast at 8 o'clock in the morning. After breakfast you will ride your horse for 5 hours alongside Arabel Suu River. Picnic is on the way. Next we will continue to the Valley of mountain lakes. There is eight lakes valley. These beautiful lakes are situated near to each other and you can see all of them at the same time. It provokes an unforgettable feelings while walking there. Dinner and overnight are near the River of Arabel Suu in tents.

Day 10: Arabel Suu - Chokoli Lakes (3006m)
Your breakfast will be served at 8 o'clock in the morning. We will continue horseback riding to the Chokoli Lakes. On the way, with a bit of luck you can notice Marco Polo sheep and ibexes. You will also visit the glacier that is not far from the mountain lake. You will spend the night in tents nearby lake. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m.

Day 11: Chokoli Lakes - Bishkek (by car)
After packing your luggage, you will be served with breakfast at 8 o'clock in the morning. Afterward you will be transferred to Bishkek city by vehicle. You will be in Bishkek in the Hotel*** at around 5 p.m. In the hotel you will have a free time for yourself. At 7 p.m. you will have a farewell dinner in a café.

Day 12: Flight home
You will be collected by your guide from the Hotel at the pick up time arranged previously according to the details of your flight and accompanied to Manas International Airport.

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Activity: Horse riding

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Activity: Horse riding

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Kyrgyzstan horse riding: Tour 4

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