Start your journey through Kyrgyzstan’s heartland by crossing the majestic Too-Ashuu Pass and descending into the green expanse of Suusamyr. The road winds along gorges and valleys to reach Toktogul, a town beside a beautiful turquoise reservoir surrounded by red and green hills.
Distance: ~300 km | Driving Time: 5–6 hrs
Altitude: Bishkek (800 m) → Toktogul (1000 m)
Road Conditions: Paved mountain roads, scenic passes

Travel west into the Jalal-Abad region, entering one of Kyrgyzstan's ecological gems—Sary-Chelek Biosphere Reserve. Hike through pristine forests and enjoy panoramic views of the crystal-clear alpine lake nestled between dramatic ridges.
Distance: ~250 km | Driving Time: 5–6 hrs
Altitude: Sary-Chelek (~1200 m)
Road Conditions: Mixed (mostly paved, final stretch gravel)

Travel south across the Fergana foothills toward the historical city of Osh. En route, stop in Uzgen to see a well-preserved 11th-century minaret and Karakhanid mausoleums. Arrive in Osh for a relaxed evening or a stroll through the bustling bazaar. Visit the Sulaiman Too mountain.
Distance: ~320 km | Driving Time: 6–7 hrs
Altitude: Osh (~1000 m)
Road Conditions: Paved, some winding mountain segments

A true overland adventure! Drive across the wild and remote Ferghana Range. The journey to Kazarman rewards you with unforgettable landscapes and a real taste of life in Kyrgyzstan’s remote highlands. Pure mountain landscapes, off-the-beaten-path adventure.
Distance: ~250 km | Driving Time: 6–7 hrs
Altitude: Kazarman (~1300 m)
Road Conditions: Remote mountain road, unpaved and rugged

Ascend through winding mountain roads to reach the ethereal Son-Kul Lake. Spend the night in a traditional yurt camp on the lakeshore, surrounded by grazing animals and nomadic herders. Enjoy traditional Kyrgyz cuisine and star-filled skies. Panoramic high passes.
Distance: ~240 km | Driving Time: 6–7 hrs
Altitude: Son-Kul Lake (3016 m)
Road Conditions: Mountain roads, gravel and unpaved

Experience the traditional nomadic way of travel as you ride on horseback from the high alpine lake of Son-Kul down to the Kyzart Valley. Traverse sweeping mountain passes, take in panoramic views of vast pastures and snowcapped peaks, and descend through wildflower-covered slopes to the village of Kyzart. Your local horse guide will lead the way as you journey through one of Kyrgyzstan's most authentic landscapes. Overnight in a cozy guesthouse or yurt in Kyzart.
Distance: ~15–18 km (by horses)|Riding Time: 4–5 hrs
Altitude: Son-Kul (3016 m) → Kyzart (~2200 m)
Route: Over Chaar-Archa Pass or Zhalgyz Karagay Pass

Travel to the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. Visit the salt mines for a therapeutic underground experience, explore a local handicraft center, and witness a live demonstration of traditional eagle hunting—a vanishing nomadic art form.
Distance: ~150 km | Driving Time: 3–4 hrs
Altitude: Bokonbaev (~1800 m)
Road Conditions: Good paved roads

Travel along Issyk-Kul’s southern shoreline, stopping at Skazka Canyon—a surreal landscape of wind-shaped red rocks. Continue to Jeti Oguz, known for its red sandstone cliffs like the “Broken Heart.” End the day in Karakol, a historic town at the foot of the Terskey Alatau mountains.
Distance: ~160 km | Driving Time: 4–5 hrs
Altitude: Karakol (~1700 m)
Road Conditions: Paved roads, some gravel tracks to canyons

Visit several museums like Prjevalsk, Orthodox Church and Dungan mosque in Karakol. Drive along Issyk-Kul’s scenic northern shore. On the way, stop at the Ak-Suu hot springs or Jyrgalan Valley for a warm soak. Arrive in Cholpon Ata, a lakeside resort town, ideal for relaxing by the beach or enjoying the sunset over the water.
Distance: ~130 km | Driving Time: 3–4 hrs
Altitude: Cholpon Ata (~1600 m)
Road Conditions: Paved

Return to Bishkek with a hike into Konorchek Canyon, often called Kyrgyzstan’s Grand Canyon for its stunning red formations. Later, stop at the Burana Tower, a UNESCO-protected site dating back to the 10th century, before arriving in the capitalDistance: ~280 km | Driving Time: 5–6 hrs
Altitude: Bishkek (800 m)
Road Conditions: Paved