The 5 Stan-S - Follow In The Footsteps Of Genghis Khan

Arrive Bishkek. After hotel check-in our guide will take us on a city tour in the charming capital of Kyrgyzstan, the greenest city in Central Asia. Our sightseeing program in Bishkek includes stops at the Oak Park, Central Square Ala – Too, The Philharmonic Hall and the Victory Square. -/-/-

An early start from Bishkek heading East and after 80 km we arrive at our first stop - Burana Tower. We continue driving further into the mountains to a guesthouse in the beautiful Chon-Kemin Valley, where we will have lunch upon arrival. In the afternoon you can have a walk in the village, observe the life of the local people, or optionally go for a short horse riding tour into the surrounding hills. Dinner and overnight in the guesthouse. B/L/D

After breakfast, we drive to Issyk Kul – the “Pearl of Kyrgyzstan”. On the way, we stop in Kochkor to see how traditional felt carpets are made. Shortly after Kochkor we arrive at Issyk Kul and drive along the southern shore to the “Skazka” or “Fairytale” canyon. The canyon derived its name from its bizarre landscape with fabulous formations from rocks. From there it is just a few more minutes’ drive to Lake Issyk Kul- the second-largest mountain lake in the world, after Titicaca. Located at an altitude of 1600m, it is a slightly saline lake with no outlet, surrounded completely by the Tien Shan Mountains. Just 200 meters away from the lake, there is a nice yurt camp which will be the place for our overnight stay (2 people in a yurt, shared bathroom facilities). B/-/D