Issyk Kul Adventure: Nomadic Life & Yurt Stay

Embark on a 2-day Issyk Kul adventure: yurt stay, eagle show, horseback riding, and cultural exploration. Discover Kyrgyzstan’s natural beauty and traditions.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Bishkek - Burana Tower - Konorchek Canyons - Issyk Kul Lake

Bishkek - Join your guide and fellow travelers at 8:00 AM at the specified meeting location in Bishkek. After a brief introduction, board a comfortable minibus and set off towards the southern shore of Issyk Kul, enjoying the picturesque landscapes along the way.
Burana Tower - The…

What's Included
  • Admission to Burana Tower & Canyons
  • Comfortable sedan/minibus during the day
  • Eagle training demonstration
  • Dinner
  • Bottled water
  • English-speaking guide
  • Breakfast
  • Overnight stay in a traditional yurt camp
  • Small-group tour (min 3 and max 15 passengers)
  • Guided hikes in Konorchek & Skazka Canyons
What's Not Included
  • Alcohol beverage
  • Lunches and other personal expenses
  • Horse Riding
  • Gratitudes
Additional Information

This small-group tour is ideal for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in nature, culture, and local traditions in a comfortable and meaningful manner. Participants will journey along the stunning south shore of Issyk Kul Lake, experience nomadic life, and spend the night in a traditional yurt amidst mountains and open landscapes. The tour features…

Location
Bishkek Railway Station
Erkindik Avenue
The meeting point is the Main Train Station in Bishkek (Prospekt Erkindik 1). Transport depends on group size: Sedan (3–4), Minivan (4–6), or Bus (6+). One day before the trip, our support manager will confirm driver/guide details and the meeting time/point via WhatsApp or Email.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Charleslam168
Apr 16, 2026
A tour worth the money and time - It’s a fun short tour with eagle show and yurt stay, our guard Faruk is a friendly guy and treated us like VIP and help us solve all our problems. Is a fantasy tour more then we expected. Thank you Faruk.
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Navigate22908254472
Apr 7, 2026
Adventurous culture experience - My 2-day trip to Issyk-Kul Lake was amazing. I went with my friends, and this is one of the most memorable adventures. We visited Konorchek Canyon; there were some obstacles, and I felt like I was a climber. The eagle experience shocked me—it was so cool and difficult to describe. There were eagles, Taigan dogs, and archery; everything was incredible. The food was good. Next, we tried horse riding, and I loved it. Datka Travel did their job at a high level, and our guide was also very supportive and interesting.
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Francescserra
Apr 6, 2026
Wonderful tour, wonderful guide, amazing country - The tour was by itself an experience, but we have been so well-treated and wonderfully guided that it's been an ever-lasting memory for all who have taken it. The guide, Azamat, took care of any small need or preference and he was always there to listen us or to satisfy any small wish. Furthermore, he was friendly and very informative during the whole tour. Besides, the yurt camping was excellent, and all the wonders we visited (either the canyons, the horse riding, the eagle hunting or the lake itself) were breathtaking. I will always recommend that tour, believe me, it is worth visiting beautiful Kyrgysztan! And this agency and Azamat make it even better.
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Compass800536
Apr 5, 2026
Unbeatable - The places we visited and the experiences we lived have been unbeatable. The guide, Anvar, made the tour even better. Highly recommended.
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Hiroki_s
Apr 3, 2026
I Want to Come Back Every Year! (Thanks, Ambar!) - 【English as follows】 ツアーに参加するか、1人で回るか、迷っていましたが、このツアーに参加して本当に良かったです!! 移動の時間が長いことや、ハイキングや乗馬など、少し体力が必要ではあるものの、キルギスを全身で感じることができるツアーなので、キルギスに旅行する人にはぜひ参加してほしいです!! 少人数ツアーなので、(私が参加したときは私含めて4人)、目的地までの道中でドライバーさんとたくさんキルギスの話や、その他のトピックについて会話できます! 目的地のIssyk KulやBarskoon Waterfallは、私がこれまで訪れた数々の自然の中で、もっとも穏やかで、静かで、本当に心が癒される場所でした。毎年行きたい目的地と言っても過言ではないです(笑) 参加すべきか、迷っている人は参加することを強くおすすめします!! ドライバーのAmbarさん、本当にありがとうございました!!(日本に来るときは連絡くださいね~) -----English------- I was torn between traveling solo or joining a tour, but I’m so glad I chose this one! Be prepared for long drives and some physical activity like hiking and horseback riding, but it’s the best way to truly experience Kyrgyzstan with all your senses. I highly recommend it to anyone visiting! Since it's a small group tour (there were only four of us), we had plenty of time to chat with our driver about Kyrgyz culture and many other topics along the way. Issyk-Kul and Barskoon Waterfall were some of the most peaceful and serene natural spots I’ve ever visited. I wouldn’t be exaggerating if I said I want to go back every year! If you're on the fence, definitely book it. A huge thank you to our driver, Ambar! Please let me know if you ever come to Japan!
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Ezzleglacier
Mar 13, 2026
Memorable trip in Kyrgyzstan - It was a very pleasant experience, and so far it has been my favorite trip and tour in Kyrgyzstan. I really enjoyed the eagle hunting show. It was very interesting and something unique to experience. Staying overnight in the yurt camp was also special, and the road trip itself was beautiful because of the mountain views 😊 The tour was also fun because of Andrei, my guide. He is friendly and he is informative about the places we went to. He explained things well and made the trip more meaningful too. He is also a good driver!👌🏻
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Paolopiacenza82
Mar 1, 2026
Tour 2 giorni - Very nice tour, our driver ADILET was fantastic, he made himself available to the maximum, stopping several times along the route to let us live the experience to the fullest! Recommended!
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Shaunmn6187lh
Jan 21, 2026
Issyk Kul, hiking, eagle show and horse riding - This was an excellent weekend - every activity was brilliant and I have some lasting memories. Andrea was a fantastic, helpful guide
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Meander355566
Dec 16, 2025
Private tour for my friend and I! - It was really fun and beautiful. My friend and I paid an extra 50 usd per pax as we didn't hit the minimum requirements for the amount of people so we got the private tour. It was really enjoyable, getting to experience all these beautiful things in a more private setting.
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Chia-yen
Mar 13, 2026
Trip got cancelled a day in advance because of low enrollment. Day availability showed online is meaningless. - It is incredibly frustrating to have a trip cancelled only 1 day in advance due to low enrollment, especially when the booking platform falsely advertised daily availability as a guarantee. They asked for a $60 surcharge if only 2 people signed up for the tour. Think twice when you book this tour especially if you are traveling solo.
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From $220
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).