Discover Kyrgyzstan
From the red rock formations of Jeti-Oguz to the high-altitude waters of Kel-Suu and the nomadic pastures of Son-Kul, the route explores some of Kyrgyzstan’s most remarkable landscapes.
📅 14 Days
🚗 Road Trip
🥾 Hiking
🏇🏼 Horseback Riding
Discover Kyrgyzstan: Mountains, Lakes & Nomadic Culture
Discover the wild landscapes and nomadic culture of Kyrgyzstan on a journey through the Tien Shan Mountains. Travel along high mountain passes, explore alpine lakes and remote valleys, and experience the traditions of local communities.
From the shores of Issyk-Kul to the pristine waters of Kel-Suu and the vast pastures of Son-Kul, this adventure combines scenic 4×4 drives, mountain walks, cultural encounters and nights in traditional yurts.

Road trip tour
from €1,600
/ person · group 6 people
Duration
14 days
Activities
Road trip, hiking and horseback riding
Season
Mid-June to mid-September
Airport Transfer
Book the tour
Day by day
Detailed Program
1 Day. Arrival in Bishkek
BISHKEK → BURANA TOWER → TOKMOK → CHON-KEMIN
Meet your guide at the airport and transfer to the city center for a short rest. Continue to Chon-Kemin National Park, stopping at the 11th-century Burana Tower along the way. Have lunch at a restaurant in Tokmok, then drive to Chon-Kemin and check into a local guesthouse. In the afternoon, walk around Karool Dobo village. Dinner and overnight stay at the guesthouse.
📍 185 km transfer · Burana Tower visit · Lunch in Tokmok · Village walk · Guesthouse · Dinner

2 Day. Transfer to Karakol
CHON-KEMIN → KOKMOYNOK CANYON → CHOLPON-ATA → KARAKOL
After breakfast, leave the guesthouse and walk through Kokmoynok Canyon, known for its red-ochre landscape. Stop for lunch in Cholpon-Ata or along the way, then continue to Karakol, at the eastern end of Issyk-Kul Lake. Take a short walk to explore the town before dinner and an overnight stay at a guesthouse.
📍 330 km transfer · Canyon walk · Issyk-Kul north shore · Karakol city stroll · Guesthouse

3 Day. Jeti-Oguz Valley
KARAKOL → JETI-OGUZ VALLEY → TELETI VALLEY JUNCTION → KOK-JAYIK VALLEY
Head to the famous Jeti-Oguz Valley, known for its red rock formations. The name means “Seven Bulls.” Drive to the end of the valley and leave the vehicle near the junction with Teleти Valley. Take an out-and-back walk to admire a peak rising to 5,200 m, then descend into Kok-Jayik Valley. Spend the night at a yurt camp beside the river.
📍 Mountain drive · 4-hour hike · Seven Bulls rock formations · Kok-Jayik Valley · Yurt camp

4 Day. Transfer to the South Shore of Issyk-Kul Lake
JETI-OGUZ AREA → SKAZKA CANYON → BOKONBAEVO
Leave early and drive toward Bokonbaevo, exploring Skazka Canyons on the way. Continue to the village on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake, where you’ll have free time at the beach. Check into a yurt camp for the evening.
📍 135 km transfer · Skazka Canyon · 2-hour walk · Issyk-Kul lakeshore · Yurt camp

5 Day. Exploring the Region
BOKONBAEVO → AK-SAY CANYONS → KYZYL-TUU → BOKONBAEVO
Meet a traditional eagle hunter who will explain hunting traditions and the role of birds of prey in nomadic life. Continue to Ak-Say Canyons and enjoy a picnic near the beach. Visit Kyzyl-Tuu village for a demonstration of traditional yurt-making, then return to the same yurt camp.
📍 60 km transfer · Eagle hunter encounter · Ak-Say Canyon · 2-hour walk · Yurt-making demonstration · Yurt camp

6 Day. Transfer to Naryn
BOKONBAEVO → TOSSOR PASS → NARYN
Spend the day travelling by 4×4 along mountain roads, crossing Tossor Pass at 3,800 m. Stop for a picnic along the way before arriving in Naryn, the main town of the region. Have dinner at a restaurant and spend the night at Khan Tengri Hotel.
📍 250 km transfer · Approximately 7-hour drive · Tossor Pass (3,800 m) · Mountain picnic · Hotel

7 Day. Transfer to Kel-Suu Valley
NARYN → KOK-KYIA CANYONS → KEL-SUU VALLEY
Travel toward Kel-Suu, a mountain lake in the Naryn region near the Chinese border. Border-zone formalities apply. Enjoy a picnic on the way and stop for a walk through Kok-Kyia Canyons, where you may spot herds of yaks. Arrive at the yurt camp in the late afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay.
📍 150 km transfer · Kok-Kyia Canyon walk · Yak pastures · Border-zone permit · Yurt camp

8 Day. Day at Kel-Suu
KEL-SUU VALLEY → KEL-SUU LAKE → KEL-SUU VALLEY
Set out on a morning hike to Kel-Suu Lake at approximately 3,500 m. Enjoy the mountain scenery and have a picnic beside the lake. An optional boat ride is available. Return to the same yurt camp for the night.
📍 16 km hike · 4–5 hours · 3,500 m altitude · 500 m elevation gain/loss · Optional boat ride · Yurt camp

9 Day. Transfer to Son-Kul Lake
KEL-SUU VALLEY → NARYN → MOLDO-ASHU PASS → SON-KUL LAKE
Depart early for Son-Kul Lake, a high-altitude lake surrounded by extensive summer pastures. During the warmer months, Kyrgyz herders bring their livestock here. Drive via Naryn and across Moldo-Ashu Pass to reach the lake at 3,016 m. An optional walk is possible along the way. Dinner and overnight stay at a yurt camp.
📍 270 km transfer · Moldo-Ashu Pass · 3,016 m altitude · Optional walk · Nomadic pastures · Yurt camp

10 Day. Free Day at Son-Kul
SON-KUL LAKE → SURROUNDING PASTURES → SON-KUL LAKE
Spend the day exploring nomadic life around Son-Kul. Walk from yurt to yurt in search of petroglyphs and enjoy a picnic in the mountains. You can optionally rent horses for a ride. Return to the yurt camp and watch a demonstration of traditional equestrian games.
📍 3–4-hour walk · Nomadic culture · Petroglyphs · Mountain picnic · Optional horseback riding · Equestrian games · Yurt camp

11 Day. Transfer to Kyzyl-Oi
SON-KUL LAKE → KARA-KECHE PASS → JUMGAL VALLEY → AK-KOL LAKE → KYZYL-OI
Leave early and cross Kara-Keche Pass at 3,325 m, with panoramic views of a coal mine. Descend through Kara-Keche Canyon into Jumgal Valley. Stop at the Chaek village market to buy picnic supplies, then continue to Ak-Kol Lake for lunch and a walk. Resume the drive to Kyzyl-Oi, where local hosts welcome you for an overnight stay.
📍 190 km transfer · Kara-Keche Pass (3,325 m) · Chaek market · Ak-Kol Lake · Picnic · Local family stay

12 Day. Day in Kyzyl-Oi Village
KYZYL-OI VILLAGE → SURROUNDING HILLS → KOKOMEREN RIVER → KYZYL-OI
Take a morning walk in the hills above the village. After lunch at the guesthouse, spend the afternoon beside the Kokomeren River. Return to the guesthouse for dinner and overnight accommodation.
📍 2–3-hour hike · 200 m elevation gain/loss · Village exploration · Kokomeren River · Guesthouse

13 Day. Transfer to Bishkek
KYZYL-OI → BISHKEK
Return to Bishkek (4 hours). Lunch at a restaurant. Check-in at a guesthouse. Free time for shopping or preparing for departure. Dinner at a restaurant. Overnight in guesthouse.
📍 200 km transfer · Lunch in Bishkek · Guesthouse

14 Day. Transfer to Manas Airport
BISHKEK → MANAS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Transfer to Manas International Airport for your departure flight, bringing your journey through Kyrgyzstan to an end.
📍 Airport transfer · End of services

2027 prices
Price depends on group size
€1,600/person
6 travellers
€1,740/person
5 travellers
€1,950/person
4 travellers
€2,300/person
3 travellers
€3,010/person
2 travellers
What’s included
Bishkek airport transfers
Local transport throughout the tour
English- or French-speaking guide/translator
Meals according to the program
Accommodation in local family homes and a guesthouse in Bishkek
Museum entrance fees
Border-zone permit
Hot spring access
Horse rental
Not included
Travel insurance
International air tickets
Single-room supplement
Alcohol and mineral water
Final dinner and optional disco, bar, karaoke or spa expenses
Other services not mentioned in the program
Frequently Asked Questions
Citizens of the EU, Canada, Japan, Singapore and some other countries can enter visa-free for up to 60 days. Your passport should be valid for at least six months from your entry date. If your nationality is not visa-exempt, check the official Kyrgyzstan e-visa website before traveling.
The tour crosses several high passes and includes Kel-Suu Lake at approximately 3,500 m. Speak to your doctor before travelling if you have concerns about altitude. It combines long scenic drives, canyon walks and mountain hikes. The Kel-Suu excursion takes approximately 4–5 hours, with an elevation gain and loss of around 500 m. You should be comfortable walking on mountain terrain.
Your guide carries a basic first-aid kit. Bring all personal medication you may need during the journey. If you have concerns about altitude or strenuous activity, consult your doctor before departure, especially because the itinerary includes high mountain passes and overnight stays above 3,000 m.
Accommodation includes guesthouses, local family homes and traditional yurts. At Tash-Rabat, the yurt camp is at approximately 3,200 m; at Son-Kul, it is around 3,016 m. Facilities vary by region, and shared bathrooms may be used in rural and mountain accommodation.
The tour serves traditional Kyrgyz meals featuring meat, rice, noodles and vegetables. Meals are Halal. Breakfast is served at guesthouses or yurt camps; lunch may be at a café or as a picnic; dinner is served at a café, guesthouse or yurt camp. Vegetarian meals are available. If you have strict dietary requirements, bring suitable food for remote sections. Gluten-free options are more readily available in larger cities. Drinking water is not included.
Temperatures vary by location and altitude, and nights can be cold at high-altitude yurt camps. Check the weather forecast for the route before departure. Pack layers, a warm layer, a warm hat, extra socks and underwear, comfortable trekking shoes, a headlamp, sunglasses and sunscreen.
KAGAN provides picnic dishes and kitchen equipment. Bring a reusable filter bottle or plan to buy water along the route; shops are available on most days. A small backpack of approximately 20–30 liters is recommended for personal items you need during the day. Porter horses are available for luggage, so avoid bringing heavy or bulky items.
A €300 deposit is required to confirm the booking. The remaining amount can be paid in cash upon arrival in Bishkek. Bank transfer and credit card payment are also possible, with bank fees not included. The deposit is non-refundable but can be used for a future trip.
Golden Book / Reviews
EXCELLENT
Based on 21 reviews
Posted on Google![]()
Jérémy MertensTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Si vous cherchez une agence de voyage pour des tours organisés au Kirghizistan n'hésitez pas et choisissez KAGAN ! L'organisation est parfaite, les lieux visités incroyables et le contact avec la population Kyrgyz est rendue très facile par le guide qui accompagne le groupe, un gros point positif pour Aimara la meilleure guide francophone 😁. Certainement l'un des meilleurs rapports qualité/prix au Kirghizistan !Posted on Google![]()
Karine MalouinTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous recherchions une agence pouvant nous fournir un guide francophone, mais aussi une expérience immersive selon nos goûts, nos besoins et en très petit groupe. Ils ont répondu à toutes nos attentes, et même au delà, avec ouverture et flexibilité. Nous avons créé quelque chose de magique avec notre guide et notre chauffeur et avons vécu l'un des plus beau voyage de notre vie.Posted on Google![]()
Alicia VerlindenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous sommes partis au Kirghizistan ce mois de juin 2026 avec Kagan et leur guide Nurtilek (Rick pour les intimes). Tout était vraiment parfait! Le voyage était bien organisé, les logements de bonne qualité, le programme correspondait à nos attentes et les activités étaient supers. Étant donné notre manque de connaissance en russe, c’était pratique d’avoir un guide avec nous! L’équipe de Kagan était à l’écoute et nous avons vraiment eu un voyage super, je recommande ☺️Posted on Google![]()
Valentin GoncalvesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous venons de réaliser un voyage de 12 jours au Kirghizstan entre amis. Tout a été parfait du début à la fin. L’agence est organisée, et à l’écoute. Aimira est très réactive. Notre guide Azamat, par sa gentillesse, sa disponibilité, son professionnalisme et sa connaissance du pays, a largement contribué à rendre notre expérience inoubliable. Notre chauffeur Akil a également été irréprochable tout au long du voyage. Nous recommandons cette agence les yeux fermés à tous ceux qui souhaitent ce magnifique pays! Merci encore.Posted on Google![]()
Nicolas BrunautTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons fait 15 jours de voyage au Kirghizistan via Kagan en auto-tour, l'un des premiers qu'ils proposaient. Nous avons apprécié le fait d'être en autonomie pour découvrir le pays, tout en n'ayant pas à se préoccuper du planning et des activités et des commodités ennuyantes (aller-retour à l'aéroport). Nous avons été accueilli dans cette agence à taille humaine, qui nous a présenté notre tour, puis avons eu les clefs de notre 4X4, et c'était parti pour 15 jours en autonomie, avec des check réguliers a distance avec nos guides (anglophone puis francophone). Pour une des premières proposées par l'agence, rien à redire, tout s'est bien passé, chaque stop avait son intérêt, chaque lieu valait la peine d'être vue afin de bien profiter du Kirghizistan. Nous avons pu également adapter le séjour initial proposé puisque nous restions quelques jours en plus. Lors de notre séjour, un voyant moteur s'est allumé sur la voiture, l'agence Kagan a su réagir et nous trouver un mécanicien à notre étape, qui a réparé la panne (injecteur mort), sans le moindre frais pour nous, et sans la moindre contrainte car le mécanicien s'est déplacé jusqu'à notre logement. Il ne manque qu'un petit livret à recevoir au départ pour être encore plus autonome, et tout serait parfait ! Pour info, ils sont en partenariat pour ce trajet avec My Kirghiz Friends, qui aura le même commentaire.Posted on Google![]()
Nathan FellousTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons effectué un roadtrip de 12 jours organisé par KAGAN. Tous les membres de l'agence était courtois, professionnels et disponibles. Ce tour était inoubliable ! Je recommande fortement de voyagzr avec KAGAN !Posted on Google![]()
Grace FosterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Azamat guided a small group of us women through the backcountry on horseback with a team of two other Kyrgyz guides. We were able to have all of our needs met throughout the trip between weather preparedness, a flexible schedule and accommodations. We will miss our time with them in the mountains deeply.Posted on Google![]()
Anne MadiesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons passé 3 semaines au Kirghizstan cet été. Nous voulions voir la diversité du pays et faire des treks. Kagan a parfaitement répondu à nos attentes. Nous avons fait un voyage extraordinaire, très varié et avons pu avoir un aperçu de la vie quotidienne du pays. Les treks étaient splendides et Kagan a su très bien gérer les imprévus du voyage. Notre guide francophone Sergey a aussi contribué à sa réussite en sachant adapter le programme à nos souhaits. En résumé, Je vous recommande cette petite agence locale!Posted on Google![]()
Julien AltacimaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Nous avons fait un voyage de 11 jours en juin 2025 avec un groupe de 10 personnes. L'équipe locale était très professionnelle et attentive à nos souhaits (guide francophone et chauffeur/mécanicien). Les 4x4 que nous avons loués étaient en parfaits états et adaptés au parcours. Nous remercions Aydana et Azamat pour leur organisation sans faille et leur disponibilité avant, pendant et après le voyage. Un grand merci à KAGAN.
Our customers regularly share their experiences, whether on our Google page or our Facebook page. The feedback is varied – some highlight our hospitality in the guesthouse, our availability or the quality of our services when traveling in Kyrgyzstan, others help us to improve. And it’s precisely thanks to this feedback that KAGAN evolves every day.
Thank you to all those who put their trust in us!
tourists reviews
related Tours
The car breaks down during rental?
By Kagan Voyage|2025-12-26T02:33:50+06:00March 29, 2024|Categories: Trekking Kyrgyzstan|Tags: What happens if the car breaks down during rental?|
In case of problems with the car, our manager and mechanics will solve the problem within 24 hours.
Prohibited driving zones in Kyrgyzstan
By Kagan Voyage|2024-03-29T21:19:56+06:00March 29, 2024|Categories: Trekking Kyrgyzstan|Tags: Prohibited driving zones in Kyrgyzstan|
To travel safely in the mountainous country of Kyrgyzstan, it is important to know about dangerous and bad roads. This will protect you from uninsurable cases. Maps on the Internet do not always show the current safe road.
Reasons to Go Trekking in Kyrgyzstan
By Kagan Voyage|2026-03-13T02:53:07+06:00November 25, 2023|Categories: Adventure, Trekking Kyrgyzstan|Tags: 5 reasons to trek in Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia|
Reasons to Go Trekking in Kyrgyzstan If you’re looking for [...]
Top 6 of the best hikes in Kyrgyzstan,
By Kagan Voyage|2023-11-25T13:47:13+06:00November 25, 2023|Categories: Trekking Kyrgyzstan|Tags: Top 10 Best Hikes in Kyrgyzstan|
Top 6 best hikes in Kyrgyzstan Top 6 best hikes [...]






