High Mountains of Kyrgyzstan Tour

High Mountains of Kyrgyzstan

Expedition tour to the heart of the Tien Shan — where glaciers, 7,000-meter peaks, and untouched wilderness begin. Explore the Sary-Jaz Valley, Enilchek Glacier area, and panoramas of the highest peaks of Kyrgyzstan. A route for experienced travelers and true lovers of high mountains.

• Duration: 10 days / 9 nights
• Region: Issyk-Kul region, Central Tien Shan
• Season: July – September
• Difficulty: high
• Format: private tour
• Start / Finish: Bishkek
• Border permit: required (processing included)

Daily Itinerary

Day 1. Bishkek → Karakol

• Route: Bishkek – Karakol
• Distance: ~400 km
• Travel time: 7–8 hours

Transfer to Issyk-Kul. Accommodation and rest after the drive.

Overnight: Karakol

❗ Breakfast on the first day is not included.

Day 2. Karakol → Sary-Jaz

• Route: Karakol – Sary-Jaz
• Distance: ~180 km
• Travel time: 6–7 hours (off-road)

Departure to the high-mountain zone. Enter the wild Sary-Jaz Valley.

Overnight: Sary-Jaz (tents / basic camp)

Day 3. Sary-Jaz

• Route: local excursions
• Distance: ~30–50 km

Adaptation and walks. Glacier and Tien Shan peak panoramas.

Overnight: Sary-Jaz

Day 4. Sary-Jaz → Enilchek

• Route: Sary-Jaz – Enilchek
• Distance: ~120 km
• Travel time: 5–6 hours

Transfer to the Enilchek Glacier area. Accommodation in the base camp.

Overnight: Enilchek (base camp)

Day 5. Enilchek

Glacier area walks, photography, rest, mountain panoramas.

Overnight: Enilchek

Day 6. Enilchek

Second full day in the glacier area. Optional light trekking routes.

Overnight: Enilchek

Day 7. Enilchek → Karakol

• Route: Enilchek – Karakol
• Distance: ~300 km
• Travel time: 8–9 hours

Return from the highlands. Accommodation, hot shower, rest.

Overnight: Karakol

Day 8. Karakol → Northern shore of Issyk-Kul

• Route: Karakol – Cholpon-Ata
• Distance: ~150 km
• Travel time: 3–4 hours

Recovery day at the lake. Free time.

Overnight: northern shore of Issyk-Kul

Day 9. Northern shore of Issyk-Kul → Bishkek

• Route: Cholpon-Ata – Bishkek
• Distance: ~270 km
• Travel time: 5–6 hours

Transfer to Bishkek.

Overnight: Bishkek

Day 10. Bishkek

Free time. End of the tour.

Distance & Travel Time

• Day 1: ~400 km | 7–8 hours
• Day 2: ~180 km | 6–7 hours (off-road)
• Day 3: ~30–50 km | local excursions
• Day 4: ~120 km | 5–6 hours
• Day 5: no long transfers
• Day 6: no long transfers
• Day 7: ~300 km | 8–9 hours
• Day 8: ~150 km | 3–4 hours
• Day 9: ~270 km | 5–6 hours
• Day 10: no transfers

Total distance: ~1,920 km

Distances and travel times are approximate and may be adjusted. Expedition format and weather conditions may affect timing.

Included

• Private transport along the route (4×4 in the mountains)
• Personal guide-driver
• Accommodation along the route (guesthouses / base camps)
• Meals according to the program
• Entrance fees along the route
• Border permit (processing included)

Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Alcoholic drinks
• Insurance (strongly recommended)

Price (FROM)

• 1 person — from 3,200 USD
• 2 persons — from 2,200 USD / person
• 3 persons — from 1,850 USD / person
• 4 persons — from 1,650 USD / person

Expedition format: route passes through high mountains and includes base camps and tent accommodation.

Important

• Expedition format: route may be adjusted due to weather conditions.
• Good physical condition required.
• Tour conducted in a limited season: July – September.
• Border permit is mandatory: processing included.
• Distances and travel times are approximate.

Please note that in high-mountain regions, timing and logistics may change due to weather, road conditions, and border regulations. Distances and travel times are approximate.