One-day adventure to the stunning Issyk Kul lake: Explore Culture and Nature

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: 24 hours
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…
What's Included
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle with driver (hotel pick-up and drop-off included)
  • Entrance fees to Burana tower, Ruh Ordo, and petroglyphs
  • Lunch at a traditional Kyrgyz restaurant
  • Bottled water and light snacks
  • Activities: Boat ride and natural hot spring
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses and health insurance
Additional Information

This one-day tour is ideal for those eager to enjoy both culture and nature. Participants will have the chance to explore the intriguing cultural complex of “Rukh Ordo,” admire the ancient Petroglyphs, and visit the iconic Burana Tower. The day concludes with a sail on the vast blue waters of Issyk-Kul Lake aboard a comfortable boat, offering…

Location
Bishkek
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Z3981ntstevenr
May 8, 2025
Superb and professional from Datka Travel and guide Andrei - An absolutely superb experience from Datka Travel. Even though it was out of season (early March) with snow in the air, my guide Andrei did absolutely everything possible to ensure I had a wonderful trip, including ensuring a relaxing time at hot springs by the lake when the boats were not running due to the weather. Andrei was a knowledgeable, entertaining and highly professional guide (as well as an excellent driver!) and I had a really wonderful day exploring Burana Tower and then visiting the beautiful Issyk-Kul lake. Book this tour and you won't regret it.
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Andreasht5524rq
May 6, 2025
Amazing Experience - Perfect organisation and perfect guide. Thank you very much for an exciting day. It was a perfect overview to know Kyrgystan better.
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202keshavn
May 6, 2025
Excellent experience - Had a great time. The views were beautiful and the host was very nice and helpful. He taught me a lot about the culture and history of Kyrgyzstan
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Fnasse
May 3, 2025
One day tour Issyk-Kul - The tour was rather costly for one person, but Datka managed to get me into a shared tour with another traveller, so that I managed to go on it. I probably wouldn't otherwise. Tour is centered along touristic sites around the lake, such as the Petroglyphs museum, Burana tower, Rukh Ordo and things. There was also a boat tour with good views of lake and the mountains in the background. If you have been to many guided tours, you know that its usually served some traditional local cuisine for lunch. This tour however had simply a stop at a pizza restaurant, and it was ordered pizza for sharing. I didnt eat pizza so it was some kind of disappointment to just have to eat salad. Driving could be a tad more careful also.
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Jlhk0211
May 2, 2025
Shout out to Andrei - It was a nice tour. Long trip but time flies. Our guide Andrei was great and very flexible. He was also a great driver! I would recommend this company to everyone.
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Kolo23
May 1, 2025
Fantastic tour in the beauty of Kirgistan - Fantastic whole day tour into the beauty of Kyrgistan. Very punctual, very well organised and very informativ. Our guide Beki has given us a lot of informations about his country and culture. Very nice experience in small restaurant chai-hana with the traditional snacks and tee. Lunch was delicious in the familiar atmosphere. This tour is a must during the stay in Bishkek.
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Koil2025
Jan 24, 2025
Yssykk oil with tallow goat - The second tour with Datka Travel brought us (2 people) to Issyk-Kul Lake. To the delight of everyone involved, we had the pleasure of welcoming Talgat as our guide again this time. The organization was once again top and with Talgat as a guide, the best entertainment was always provided. The desired background information on culture, current developments in Kyrgyzstan and the excursion destinations themselves were received as already the day before. The group size this time comprised a full 6 people, so that once again there was sufficient space for individual questions and wishes. The scope of services corresponded exactly to the description and a recommendation can again be made with a clear conscience.
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Ibrahim_i
Dec 21, 2024
Good ecperience - That was a great ecperience. Tour guide was friendly, he introduced places very well. I recommend it
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Q1297lskimberlyp
Apr 20, 2025
Amazing endless lake - A bit cloudy, but the boat ride still lovely and rock formations on the way very beautiful. Driver also took us down to the beach at our request.
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620ritikas
Dec 19, 2024
Enjoyed our Kyrgyzstan trip - We enjoyed our trip to Kyrgyzstan, thanks to Datka travel and our tour guide Azamat. Both Al Archa National Park/ Chunkarchal and Issyk Kul Lake trip were great.
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From $135
up to 7 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).