Issyk-Kul Lake Tour: Explore Canyons and Ancient Towers

Embark on a thrilling 2-day adventure in the Issyk-Kul Lake region. Explore ancient landmarks, ride horses through stunning canyons, and experience traditional yurt living.

Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Bishkek - Burana Tower - Konorchek Canyons - Bokonbayevo(280km - 4 hours drive)

Bishkek - In the morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel, and you’ll immediately head towards Issyk-Kul Lake. En route, you’ll stop at Burana Tower and Konorchek Canyons—two key highlights before reaching the lake.
Burana Tower - Upon arriving at…

What's Included
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Professional English speaking guide
  • Horseback Riding
  • Accommodation at traditional Kyrgyz yurt
  • Guided hike through Konorchek and Skazka Canyons
  • Comfortable, Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses and health insurance
  • Eagle Hunting Show (optional add-on available 70USD)
  • Accommodation on the 2nd night
Additional Information

This exclusive 2-day tour of the Issyk-Kul Lake area is designed for travelers interested in both adventure and cultural experiences. Participants will explore the mysteries of the historic Burana Tower, traverse the stunning Konorchek and Skazka Canyons, enjoy horseback riding with breathtaking views of the lake, and relax in the traditional coziness…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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345piaw
Apr 27, 2026
Mandatory programme - Our two-day tour with our guide Andrei was simply unique! We learned a lot about the history of Kyrgyzstan and experienced a lot. We were in places we would never have discovered without Andrei. It was super structured and it was addressed to our individual needs. Andrei took care of everything and was very caring, he even allowed us to eat vegetarian food everywhere and always translated for us. Without this tour we would have experienced only half as much and only got to know Kyrgyzstan half as well. We would really recommend it to everyone! Special thanks to Andrei:) Rakmat, Hannah & Pia
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Sightseer52967457439
Apr 10, 2026
Two day tour around issyk kul - Excellent tour! Guide was professional, flexible and welcoming. Incredible value for money and our group experienced many things that would have been missed without a guide. Can highly recommend!!
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Gns333
Mar 31, 2026
Highlight of our trip to Kyrgyztan - We did a 2-day tour to Lake Issyk-Kul and it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide, Anvar, was excellent. He is a biologist (currently completing his PhD), and his depth of knowledge really showed throughout the trip. Whether it was Kyrgyz culture, the lake ecosystem, or even fish farming, he explained everything clearly and with genuine passion. He was always happy to answer our questions, and you could tell he truly enjoys what he does. The absolute highlight of the tour was the eagle hunting show by Salavat. It was an incredible experience to witness this traditional practice up close. The demonstration included hunting techniques using eagles and dogs, as well as an archery display. We especially appreciated that no live rabbits were used during the demonstration, as we had read that some tours do this. We even had the chance to sit on a horse and hold the eagle ourselves, which made it even more memorable. One practical tip: if you are planning to visit the south side of Issyk-Kul, definitely opt for an SUV. We saw some people attempting the journey in sedans, but there is a lot of construction and rough roads in that area, so the extra cost is absolutely worth it for comfort and safety. Overall, a fantastic experience combining nature, culture, and unique local traditions. Highly recommended.
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Voyager20746935743
Dec 5, 2025
Best and satisfied tour ever - We had very memoriable time with this tour. Our guide, programs, accomodation and vehicle all components satisfied us.
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Llollaz
Nov 10, 2025
2 Days Issyk Kul Lake Canyons Horse Riding and Yurt Stay - We had an amazing 2 days and 1 night tour with Datka Travel! From start to finish, the experience was unforgettable. Everything was well-organized, and the team made us feel so welcome throughout the trip. A special thanks to our tour guide, Mr. Azamat, for being so helpful, kind, and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and enjoyed every part of the journey. His friendly attitude and professionalism truly made our experience even better. Highly recommend Datka Travel for anyone looking for a memorable and well-planned adventure
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544katalint
Nov 9, 2025
Amazing experience - So thrilling, authentic, and beautiful. What a beautiful country and a very special time. The guide was excellent too.
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Lizmac05
Nov 8, 2025
Incredible visit to Lake Issyk Kul & Yurt Stay! - A wonderful overnight trip out to Lake Issyk kul. Gorgeous scenery, a couple of stops along the way . . The amazing Burana Tower! Our Yurt stay was warm and comfortable and accompanying dinner and breakfast the next morning absolutely delicious! We shortened our horse back ride to one hour, which suited my husband and I (both 68 yrs old!), since it had been several years since we’d gotten on horses! A lovely, morning ride along the lake and up into the surrounding area. Perfect! A short visit and walk into Fairytale Canyon coming back made the trip! Great stop for lunch, too! A fantastic adventure and I highly recommend! Added so much to our 4 week adventure seeing Central Asia & The Stans! Book it Now!
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Sunshine56074296647
Oct 31, 2025
2 days Issyk Kul Lake with horse riding and yurt stay - We found the tour great. Our highlights were horseback riding and the yurt. also big thanks to our tour guide Andrei. We don't have anything negative to complain about.
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Dm0303
Oct 27, 2025
Perfect tour in Kyrgyzstan - Datka travel are the perfect companions and organisation to work with for travels in Central Asia, no question too big or too small and their organisation is incredible. Talgat and Izat are wonderful to liaise with. We organised 3 seperate items through them, including an overnight trip in Kyrgyzstan with the truly spectacular guide, Anvar, and are so glad we did. His knowledge, generosity and kindness made for a unique experience, along with a amazing itinerary of 2 days. We were very lucky to have Anvar as our guide. The eagle hunting and horse riding gives a unique insight into the Kyrgyz culture and their admiration and respect for their wildlife, and the yurt was a unique way to round out the night.
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Waileukoscarc
Oct 19, 2025
Wonderful short trip in Kyrgyzstan - We did a two-day trip with Andrei to Issyk Kul Lake. Andrei is an excellent guide who shares a lot about the history and background of Kyrgyzstan with us along the way. We were able to explore the places at our own pace. He also brought us up to various excellent viewing points of fairy tale canyons, which offers breathtaking bird eye view of the whole canyon. Communication with Datka Travel is always easy - everything was well arranged in advance so we could just go directly as planned.
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From $300
up to 4 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).