One-day adventure to the stunning Issyk Kul lake: Explore Culture and Nature
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15 Ratings
Bishkek
Embark on a one-day adventure to the stunning Issyk Kul lake and explore the captivating culture and breathtaking nature of Kyrgyzstan. Discover ancient Petroglyphs, visit cultural complexes, and sail on the endless blue waters for an unforgettable experience.
Duration: 9 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Bishkek - In the morning you’ll be picked up from a hotel to start your exciting tour. We’ll head towards Burana Tower to the small town of Tokmok (80km from Bishkek). You will drive along the border with Kazakhstan and, if the weather is clear, you will see the beautiful scenery of the Tien Shan mountains. Tokmak was the second largest industrial city in Kyrgyzstan during the Soviet times, and you can see some of the Soviet monuments while driving through the city. Then you will pass through several small but picturesque villages, and you will be able to see the life of the locals outside the capital.
What's Included
  • Admission as per itinerary
  • Lunch at a quality restaurant
  • Guidance from an English-speaking expert
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Insurance
Additional Information

This single-day excursion is ideal for those seeking a blend of historical richness and natural beauty. Engage in cultural exploration at the intriguing ‘Rukh Ordo’ complex, admiration of the age-old Petroglyphs, and visits to the storied Hippodrome and the renowned Burana tower. The cherry on top is a serene boat ride on the vast, azure Issyk-Kul lake, taking in the breathtaking panorama of the encompassing mountains and terrains. This trip assures an indelible experience teeming with lingering impressions of Kyrgyzstan’s vibrant past and scenic allure.

Location
Bishkek
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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740bingn
May 28, 2024
Excellent Tour with very Capable and Experienced GUIDE - I was very satisfied with the tour led by Mr. Ulan. I had seen what I wanted to see and took many photos. There were another 2 passengers in this tour. One lady from Dubai and a gentleman from Seoul. Mr. Ulan conducted himself very well and made us feel at ease and we mixed around well and shared our other travel adventures. Mr. Ulan knows his job well and I had a wonderful time. I am very sure the other two participants would also shared my experience. Thank you Mr. Ulan I will always remember this adventure.
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Rebecca9740281637405
May 27, 2024
10/10 highly recommended tour with Ulan. - This was such an incredible day trip, would highly recommend. Our guide Ulan was amazing, very knowledgeable and shared so much about the culture of Kyrgyzstan, as well as being incredibly informative about the sites we went to visit. He made the day very memorable and special! The lake is an absolute must see, the views were my highlight of the whole trip and the other attractions and restaurant choices were spectacular.
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Harry
Apr 6, 2024
Great Day at Lake Issik Kul - I had a good day. I started in Bishkek, when Faruq, my guide, picked me up at my hotel. Then, we went to the Ancient Burana Tower, which is Amazing, a must see sight. Later, we moved closer to Issik Kul, the famous lake. We had a short but refreshing lunch, and then we finally reached Cholpon Alta, a small place by the shores of the Lake Issik Kul. There, I took a boat 🚢 for almost an hour. It was a nice boat tour around the Lake, with the Mighty Tian Shan Mountains in the background. Later, we went to a nice Spa, with natural and hot springwaters, very good for health and relaxation. Later, we briefly visited for a few minutes a couple of old and abandoned cemeteries on the road 🛣️ to Bishkek. Faruq took me back to my hotel 🏨. Very Good Experience. Datka is a reliable Travel 🧳 Agency and Faruq is a good guide, able to drive safely and speak good English. Very satisfied.
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Barryb1846
Mar 14, 2024
Solo trip - The trip was amazing and a very professional host. I have seen things I would never seen if I didn't take the tour. The lake was really beautifull and loved everything about the trip
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P7684jxbettinam
Mar 14, 2024
Issyk Kul, Burana Tower and hot springs - We can highly recommend Datka travel. One day we joined the trip to Burana tower, the beautiful lake Issyk Kul and the hot springs nearby Issyk Kyl. On the way to the lake we stopped for a traditional the ritual and on the way back for a traditional Kirgisk lunch. It was a very pleasant day with our guide Urmat.
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L3819vzdanielp
Mar 9, 2024
An amazing day in Kyrgyzstan - Amazing experience, we enjoyed the hiking the most. Faruk our guide was exceptional and we enjoyed his expertise. The hot springs and traditional Kyrgyz food was a great addition as well.
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671mandarb
Nov 20, 2023
Memorable Issyk kul tour - We did the Issyk Kul tour with Datka travel on 19th Nov 2023. Urmat, our guide, drove us first to the historic Burana tower. In the cold foggy morning, it was a sight to behold. We then travelled through, taking in the country sights. On the way we stopped at a famous local roadside eatery for hot bread and tea. In Issyk kul we visited the fantastic spiritual park Rukh Ordo, created to celebrate the oneness of humanity. Overlooking the massive lake, this wonderfully constructed park has multiple statues and monuments. So serene and peaceful! We also visited a local sanatorium. (We skipped the hot springs swimming, and the boat ride.) After a great lunch at a national restaurant Olimp, we returned to Bishkek. Urmat regaled us with his interesting stories. Superb day tour by Datka!
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Robyn0208
Nov 2, 2023
Excellent tour - Thank you to our tour guide Faruk for a seamless, entertaining, informative experience. Looking forward to booking another tour.
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Simplyme2323
Nov 2, 2023
Superb! - Superb and fun experience, extremely efficient, informative and helpful team. Thank you to our tour guide Faruk and Talgat for seamless coordination.
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Mrsv1207
Nov 2, 2023
Wonderful Issyk Kul and Burana! - It was a great tour with Farouk our tour guide! We enjoyed the boat trip in Issyk Kul Lake and had an amazing time watching the views, the seagulls along with nice music!
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