Day Trips from Bishkek
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Day Trips from Bishkek
If you find yourself in Bishkek with a free day or even just half a day, we can help you make the most of your time. The mountains, gorges, lakes, and historical sites around the city are easily accessible and perfect for short trips. These day tours are designed for travelers who want to experience nature, culture, and fresh mountain air without long journeys or overnight stays. Each route is carefully planned to be comfortable, scenic, and flexible, allowing you to explore Kyrgyzstan’s highlights in a single day and return to Bishkek by evening
Itinerary
ALA-ARCHA TOUR
🚗Drive: Road drive - 100km
- Morning departure from Bishkek to Ala-Archa National Park, located just 40 minutes from the city. - Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxed walk through alpine forests, feeding squirrels and birds along the trail. - Continue with a light hike to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking snow-capped peaks and the Ala-Archa valley. - Optional cable car ride for wider mountain views. - Free time for photos and rest before returning to Bishkek in the late afternoon.
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CHUNKURCHACK TOUR
🚗Drive: Road drive - 90km
Bishkek — Chunkurchak Gorge — Bishkek - After breakfast, drive from Bishkek to Chunkurchak Gorge, a scenic mountain area known for open valleys and rock formations. - Enjoy an easy walk through the gorge, crossing suspension bridge and stopping at sky resort to ride cable car and zipline. Opportunity to ride a horse in special hills - Plenty of time for photos, fresh mountain air, and short explorations of the surrounding landscapes. - Lunch break in nature or at a local restaurant . In the afternoon, return to Bishkek, arriving before evening.
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HIKE TOUR
🚗Drive: Toad drive - 90km , Hiking distance- 7-8km
Bishkek — Alamedin Gorge — Bishkek - Morning departure to Alamedin Gorge, one of the greenest gorges near Bishkek. - Begin with a hike through forested trails leading to a mountain waterfall, surrounded by fresh air and river sounds. - After the hike, relax and recover at natural hot springs on the way back. - Time to unwind and enjoy the contrast between cool mountain air and warm mineral water. - Return to Bishkek in the evening.
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KOK-MOINOK CANYON TOUR
🚗Drive: Road driving - 250km
Bishkek — Kegeti — Burana Tower — Kok-Moinok Canyons — Bishkek - Depart Bishkek in the morning toward Kegeti Gorge for an easy walk to a scenic waterfall. - - - Continue to Burana Tower, exploring this ancient Silk Road monument and its surrounding balbals. - After lunch, head to the colorful Kok-Moinok Canyons, walking through dramatic rock formations and viewpoints. - A balanced day of nature, history, and landscapes before returning to Bishkek by evening.
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HORSEBACK RIDE X ISSYK-KUL
🚗Drive: Road driving - 280km
Bishkek — Chon-Kemin Valley — Issyk-Kul Lake — Bishkek - Early departure from Bishkek to the Chon-Kemin Valley. - Enjoy a horseback ride through open meadows and mountain scenery, accompanied by an experienced horse handler. - After the ride, continue toward Issyk-Kul Lake, the pearl of Kyrgyzstan. - Time for a walk along the shore, photos, and relaxation by the water. In the late afternoon, begin the return drive to Bishkek.
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