Day Itinerary
8 Activities
Day 3
215 mi
Driving along the famous Lake Issyk-Kul through the town of Karakol
So, we are in Kyrgyzstan!
On this day we will literally drive around the entire Lake Issyk-Kul, stopping along the way at stunning natural sites such as the Red Rocks and Fairy Tale Canyon.
The lake itself is unusually majestic from any point, so it will accompany us with its beauty the whole trip.
Importantly, the lake does not freeze in the winter!
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2.2 mi
10 min
08:001 hr
Дасторкон
The exquisite interior of the cafe combined with large and appetizing portions of food and drinks.
There is wi-fi.
There is wi-fi.
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0.8 mi
5 min
09:151 hr
Ak-Tilek Market
To the next two points the road will be quite long, and there may be no cafes and restaurants on the way, so we advise to go to the market in Karakol or any supermarket/trading center to buy food for the trip.
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19 mi
40 min
11:001 hr
Another very beautiful place is the Jety-Oguz Gorge. There are red rocks in a row, which are called "seven bulls".
There is a rock called "broken heart" in the Jety-Oguz Gorge. There is a very romantic legend associated with it.
There was once a very beautiful girl, and everyone wanted to marry her. Two dzhigits, who were friends, decided to fight for her heart, because the girl could not choose between them - she liked them both very much. Neither of the young men survived the duel, and the girl realized that the blame was left on her, and that she would be alone forever. And then she tore her heart out of her chest, which became this very rock.
There is a belief that if two lovers stand under this rock, eternal love awaits them.
There is a rock called "broken heart" in the Jety-Oguz Gorge. There is a very romantic legend associated with it.
There was once a very beautiful girl, and everyone wanted to marry her. Two dzhigits, who were friends, decided to fight for her heart, because the girl could not choose between them - she liked them both very much. Neither of the young men survived the duel, and the girl realized that the blame was left on her, and that she would be alone forever. And then she tore her heart out of her chest, which became this very rock.
There is a belief that if two lovers stand under this rock, eternal love awaits them.
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60.9 mi
1 hr 40 min
13:451 hr 30 min
Fairytale canyon "Skazka"
Canyon "Fairy Tale" is a legendary place on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul.
The history of the canyon is very long - it began to form millions of years ago. Over time, stone sculptures were formed, in which tourists can see the outlines of animals or even fairy tale monsters, and various mazes of wide and narrow paths.
The best time to explore the canyon is on a bright day, when you can see more than ever. And the red clay shimmers magically in the sunlight.
In the summer there are often guided tours, but in the winter there is not a soul here. You can safely walk around the territory, take pictures (no one will get in the frame :) ).
The history of the canyon is very long - it began to form millions of years ago. Over time, stone sculptures were formed, in which tourists can see the outlines of animals or even fairy tale monsters, and various mazes of wide and narrow paths.
The best time to explore the canyon is on a bright day, when you can see more than ever. And the red clay shimmers magically in the sunlight.
In the summer there are often guided tours, but in the winter there is not a soul here. You can safely walk around the territory, take pictures (no one will get in the frame :) ).
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39.2 mi
1 hr 10 min
16:3015 min
Felt house - Yurt demonstration
On the way you will meet a yurt, a traditional nomadic dwelling. Yurts are convenient for moving and keep warm well. However, for nomads themselves, yurts mean much more than just a roof over their heads. It is a place of strength, a unification of family, land and universe.
And if you turn right on the dirt road, you will have a wonderful view of the lake. Stop here to take a little break and admire the surrounding scenery.
And if you turn right on the dirt road, you will have a wonderful view of the lake. Stop here to take a little break and admire the surrounding scenery.
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83 mi
2 hrs 15 min
19:001 hr
U Apashki Dunganskaya Kukhnya
The restaurant is located on the shore of Lake Issyk-Kul.
Tourists advise to try different kinds of lepeshkas and boso lagman.
Tourists advise to try different kinds of lepeshkas and boso lagman.
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9.5 mi
25 min
20:301 hr
Пляж Пансионата "каприз"
Towards the end of the evening, take a walk on one of the beaches of Lake Issyk-Kul. It's very quiet and romantic here.
You can catch the sunset - the landscape becomes even more colorful.
You can catch the sunset - the landscape becomes even more colorful.
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1.1 mi
10 min
21:458 hrs 30 min