Grand trek from North to South Kyrgyzstan

Grand Trek from North to South Kyrgyzstan is a 16-day expedition crossing the country from Bishkek to Osh through some of Kyrgyzstan’s most remote and diverse mountain regions. The journey combines trekking, cultural encounters, and high-altitude landscapes, reaching passes over 4,300 m and camps above 4,400 m near Lenin Peak.

The route passes alpine lakes, dense forests, deep valleys, shepherd villages, and glacier terrain. Highlights include Karasuu and Kapka lakes, Otuz Art and Sary-Mogul valleys, homestays with local families, and trekking to the base camp and Camp 1 of Lenin Peak.

Designed for experienced hikers, Grand Trek from North to South Kyrgyzstan offers a true adventure across wild nature, traditional mountain life, and dramatic high-mountain scenery — from the green north to the majestic Pamir-Alay in the south.

Join KAGAN and experience Grand Trek from North to South Kyrgyzstan.

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FROM

 1,670.00

tour features

Duration

16 Days

Highlights

Sightseeing ● Trekking

Best season

July and August

Code

TR03D16EN

Meeting at your lodge in Bishkek. Transfer to Toktogul, on the south of the capital. 280km. On the way, we will walk to the mountain lake at 3400m above sea level. In the end of day, we arrive at our guest house in Toktogul. In the evening, we drive to the beach of the Toktogul lake to see the sunset. Overnight and dinner in the guest house. D1 / Bishkek – Toktogul In the morning, we drive to Taktalik village. Start of trekking. Picnic on the top of Taktalik range. Down to Karasuu lake. Overnight and dinner in the tent 2064m. 5/6h. D2 / Trekking to Karasuu lake Along the Karasuu lake, we hike to the 2nd lake of the valley. Picnic on the way. The forest landscape during the day. Overnight and dinner in the tent at 2350m. 4/5h. D3 / Trekking Kapka lake: Early morning, we start our hiking through the Bel-Monchok pass at 3400m. Down to Otuz Art valley. Overnight and dinner in the tent camp, at 2300m. 7/8h. D4 / Trekking to Otuz Art valley: Early morning, during this hiking day, we have a lot of small mountains and meeting with local apiculture. In the afternoon, we reach our camping place in the forest of Kizil Unkur at 1530m. 6h or 7h of hiking. D5 / Trekking to Kizil-Unkur: In the morning we meet our driver. Following the road to Osh, second biggest city of Kyrgyzstan. 200km of the road to Osh. Lunch on the way. In the afternoon, we arrive to Osh. Accommodation in the guest house. Rest and shower. Then, we walk to Suleyman-Too to see the panorama of the city. Dinner in the restaurant. Overnight in the guest house. D6 / Trekking and transfer to Osh In the morning, we drive to Kojokelen village, lost in the heart of the mountains. 100km. This is a beginning of arrival in the local family house. Walking in the beautiful canyon. Meeting with a team of shepherd (porters for the luggage). Overnight and dinner in the local family house at 2270m. D7 / Transfer to Kojokelen In the morning, we start our trekking to the pass of Sary Bel at 3137m. Through the trees, we hike up to mountains. Lunch on the way. Down to Kosh-Moynok valley. Setting up the camping by the river. Overnight and dinner in the tent at 2851m. 6h or 7h of hiking. D8 / Trekking to Kosh-Moynok valley Early morning, we start our trekking up to Kosh-Moynok pass at 3225m.. We cross small forest. Down to Kichik Alay village. Lunch on the way. In the afternoon, we arrive to our camping in entrance of Sary-Mogul valley at 2800m. Overnight and dinner in the tent. 5h or 6h of hiking. D9 / Trekking to the north Sary - Mogul valley Hiking along the river. Overnight and dinner in the camping at 4100m. 5h or 6h of hiking. D10 / Trekking to the foot of Sary-Mogul pass Crossing the mountain pass at 4303m. Difficult day of hiking. Lunch on the top of the pass. Beautiful view of the glaciers and lakes. Down to camping near the lake. Overnight and dinner in the camping at 4000m. 3h or 4h of hiking. D10 / Trekking to south Sary – Mogul valley Crossing the mountain pass at 4303m. Difficult day of hiking. Lunch on the top of the pass. Beautiful view of the glaciers and lakes. Down to camping near the lake. Overnight and dinner in the camping at 4000m. 3h or 4h of hiking. D12 / Trekking to Sary – Mogul – transfer to base camp of peak Lenin In the morning, we hike up to the 1st camp of alpinist on the glacier. We cross the pass of Puteshestvennikov 4100m. Lunch on the way. In the mid afternoon, we reach our alpinist camp at 4400m above sea level. Dinner and overnight in the alpinist camping. 5h or 6h of hiking. D13 / Trekking to the 1 camp on the glacier In the morning, we hike up to the 1st camp of alpinist on the glacier. We cross the pass of Puteshestvennikov 4100m. Lunch on the way. In the mid afternoon, we reach our alpinist camp at 4400m above sea level. Dinner and overnight in the alpinist camping. 5h or 6h of hiking. D14 / Trekking back to base camp at Achik Tash In the morning, we set off our tent. Drive to Osh. We drive through the Taldik pass at 3616m, with sceneric view. Lunch on the way. In the afternoon, we arrive in Osh. Rest, shower in the guest house. Free time before the dinner in the restaurant. Overnight in the guest house. D15 / Transfer to Osh We take flight to Bishkek by local airlines. Arrival in Bishkek. Freetime in city center. D16 / Flight to Bishkek

This 11-day tour is a true adventure for lovers of mountains and nature. You will go on a trek through the beautiful Jyrgalan Valley, cross high mountain passes, visit crystal-clear lakes like Boz-Uchuk, Ailanysh, and Ala-Kul, and enjoy the hot springs in Altyn-Arashan.

Along the way, you will learn about Kyrgyz nomadic culture, see ancient landmarks like the Burana Tower, walk along glaciers and rivers, and spend nights in cozy guesthouses, tents, and yurts under the stars. You will experience amazing mountain views, green valleys, wild horses, and the clear waters of alpine lakes.

The tour starts in Bishkek and takes you through remote valleys, high passes, and charming mountain villages, letting you feel the true spirit of Kyrgyz nature and culture. KAGAN invites you on this unforgettable journey — create memories that will last a lifetime!

transport & guide

Private Car with Driver for Journey

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accommodation

Stay in a 4 Star Hotel incl. Breakfast

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other tour services

Enjoy Natural Scenery & Local Life

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