4 Days: Charyn Canyon & Sky Bridge
Day 1: Charyn Canyon – Kolsay Lake – Overnight in Saty Village
Your journey begins with a visit to one of Kazakhstan’s most stunning natural wonders — Charyn Canyon, the “little brother of the Grand Canyon.” Walk through the Valley of Castles, admire the dramatic formations, and take in the vast landscapes sculpted over millions of years.
Continue to the serene Kolsay Lake, surrounded by fir forests and mountain ridges. Enjoy a relaxing walk by the shoreline and breathe in the fresh alpine air.
Evening stay in a welcoming guesthouse in Saty village, with a homemade dinner.
Day 2: Transfer to Karakol – City Tour – Overnight in Karakol
Cross the border into Kyrgyzstan and arrive in the charming town of Karakol. Your city tour includes:
Bazar with famous ashlamfu
Wooden Holy Trinity Orthodox Church
The Dungan Mosque, built without a single nail
Overnight stay in Karakol.
Day 3: Jeti-Ögüz – Issyk Kul Shore – Barskoon Gorge – Fairy Tale Canyon – Overnight in Bokonbaevo
Explore the iconic highlights of the southern Issyk Kul region:
Jeti-Ögüz (Seven Bulls) — legendary red rock formations
Scenic Issyk Kul lake shore
Waterfalls and rugged cliffs of Barskoon Gorge
The colorful, surreal landscapes of Fairy Tale Canyon
Overnight in a cozy guesthouse in Bokonbaevo.
Day 4: Kok Moinok Canyons – Burana Tower – Bishkek
Visit the photogenic Kok Moinok Canyons, a hidden gem of sandstone corridors and red canyons.
Continue to the ancient Burana Tower, a Silk Road relic with balbals and ruins from the 10th century.
Evening arrival in Bishkek.
Price Information
Price includes:
All accommodations (guesthouses & local stays)
All meals
Drinking water throughout the trip
All entrance fees to national parks and attractions
Comfortable transportation
English-speaking driver-guide
All guide’s expenses (food, accommodation, fuel, etc.)
Price
$1650/ 1 person
$980/ 2 people
$760/ 3 people
$650/ 4 people