Golden Ring of Zhetisu (Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Karakol - Issyk-Kul - Bishkek)

Golden Ring of Zhetisu (Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Karakol - Issyk-Kul - Bishkek)

The Golden Ring Jetisu tour gives everyone an unique opportunity to experience world known area called "Jetisu" or "Seven Rivers". You are going to observe fast changing landscapes, from dry areas, deserts to mountain gorges, alpine rivers and lakes.

This is a multi country tour. Your journey begins in a modern busy city of Almaty but continues and goes through the nomads' lands with old traditions and exceptional cultures.

Tour is great opportunity to feel the Central Asia and pass by its major nature sightseeings.

Itinerary

Day 1: Almaty city tour

Stop At: Park Named After Panfilov’s 28 Guardsmen, Almaty Kazakhstan
The tour starts with sightseeing in central part of Almaty. You will know more about history and development of the Southern capital of Kazakhstan and see its major attractions. The tour will continue in one of the oldest Almaty parks - Panfilov Park, where one of the most beautiful wooden buildings in the world - Zenkov Cathedral is located. You will also visit the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, dedicated to the memory of the fighters who died for freedom and independence of the country.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Almaty Central Park, St. Gogol 1, Almaty 050002 Kazakhstan
Afterwards, you are going to visit Green Bazaar.
You will visit a popular place for locals- the Green Bazaar, where it is impossible to refrain from shopping. It is the great chance to experience an atmosphere of the real eastern market, its colors, smells and crowds. There you can obtain famous Oriental sweets, but don't forget to bargain...
Duration: 50 minutes

Stop At: Medeu Skating Rink and Ski resort, Gornaya St., 465 Medeu Valley, Almaty Kazakhstan
After exploration of sport, cultural and business areas of the city you will get to the Medeo Gorge, well known due to the highest mountain skating rink in the world and the dam, protecting the city from dangerous mudflow.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch at local restaurant with the Central Asian cuisine. Including special vegetarian, halal and other options.
• Dinner: Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Including special menu with vegetarian, halal and other dishes.
Accommodation included: Accommodation in 3*star hotel

Day 2: Altyn Emel National Park

Stop At: Altyn Emel National Park, Kazakhstan
Early morning departure to the Altyn Emel National Park (300 km from Almaty).
Arrival to "Basshy" village. Check-in at the guesthouse (DBL/Standard accommodation) and departure to Singing dunes (40 km from village).
Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Singing Barkhan, National Park Altyn Emel Kazakhstan
By noon we arrive to so-called Singing Barkhan (Dunes). The dune is composed of light-colored sand and has a length of about 3 km and a height of 150 m. In dry weather sands emit a sound similar an organ melody. Since ancient times this place was considered supernatural. The legends explained the sound by the activities of the desert spirits, mythical animals, the bells of buried towns, underground rivers etc.
Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch boxes are included
• Dinner: Dinner after return to a Baschy guesthouse
Accommodation included: Overnight in a Baschy village guesthouse

Day 3: Charyn Canyon

Stop At: Charyn Canyon, Charyn National Park, Charyn River Kazakhstan
After breakfast we depart to Charyn canyon.
The canyon has been described as the Grand canyon’s little brother and is considered to be the floor of the ancient ocean Tethys. The erosion made by the river Charyn below and the elements created a dramatic and impressive landscape. The Charyn canyon itself is approximately 150 km and in some places up to 300 m deep.

Duration: 5 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch boxes are provided
• Dinner: Dinner at a Barschy guest house
Accommodation included: Overnight at Barschy village guesthouse

Day 4: Trip from Baschy village to Jyrgalan village (Kyrgyzstan)

Pass By: Karkara Valley, Karakol Kyrgyzstan
Right after early breakfast we will move towards Kyrgyzstan, to pass the Karkara border point and head to the famous Jyrgalan Valley

Stop At: Jyrgalan Valley Trekking/Freeride Skiing, Asanbaev st., 3, Karakol 722360 Kyrgyzstan
At Jyrgalan we will stop at local guesthouse. The same day we do some soft hiking and horse riding.
Duration: 3 hours

Meals included:
• Lunch: At lunch there will be lunch boxes
• Dinner: Dinner will be provided at the guesthouse
Accommodation included: Overnight at Jyrgalan local guesthouse

Day 5: Moving to Bokonbaevo village via Karakol and visits to Barskoon Gorge and waterfall

Pass By: Karakol Cattle Market, Karakol Kyrgyzstan
While driving to Bokonbaevo village, we will pass some historical venues of the Karakol city.

Stop At: Barskoon Gorge, Barskoon Kyrgyzstan
Not far from Bokonbaevo village there is a Barskoon Gorge with wonderful waterfall sceneries.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Canyon Fairy Tale, Tosor Kyrgyzstan
Before we arrive to our final point, Bokonbaevo village, we are going to walk through Martian landscapes of Issyk-Kul lake, the Fairy Tale Canyon. Which has amazing views on the lake and inner canyons.
Duration: 50 minutes

Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch boxes will be provided
• Dinner: Dinner will at Bokonabevo village guesthouse
Accommodation included: Overnight at Bokonbaevo village guesthouse

Day 6: Final day. Driving from Bokonbaevo village to Bishkek via Burana Tower

Stop At: Burana Tower, Don-Aryk, Tokmok 722201 Kyrgyzstan
After seeing the Eagle hunting show at Bokonbaevo village we will be off to Burana Tower, which as around 80 km before Bishkek city.
Duration: 1 hour

Pass By: Bishkek-City, Suyumbayeva, 142/2, Bishkek 720000 Kyrgyzstan
Our final destination is in Bishkek or the Manas International Airport. Depending on you plans.

Meals included:
• Lunch: Lunch on the way to Burana at Boom Gorge cafes
Accommodation included: If you will stay further in Bishkek we may book for you a hotel