Epic Tian Shan Expedition: From Bishkek to Enilchek & Altyn Arashan

5 Days: Bishkek - Skazka - Barskoon - Zheti-Oguz — Enilchek - Altyn-Arashan - Karakol

Day 1: Bishkek - Skazka Canyon - Barskoon

Distance — 365 km
  • Early departure from Bishkek
  • Drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul
  • Visit to Skazka Canyon
  • Photo stops
  • Transfer to the Barskoon Gorge
  • Accommodation and rest after the trip
  • Overnight stay in a guest house/yurt

Day 2:Barskoon - Zheti-Oguz

Distance — 90 km
  • Breakfast
  • Morning departure to the Barskoon Gorge
  • Hike to one or several waterfalls of Barskoon
  • Transfer to the Zheti-Oguz gorge
  • Inspection of the rocks
  • Overnight stay in a guest house/yurt in Zheti-Oguz

Day 3: Zheti-Oguz — Enilchek

Distance — 250 km
  • Breakfast
  • Long but very picturesque transfer to the Enilchek Valley
  • Panoramic views of the Khan Tengri and Pobeda massifs (weather permitting)
  • Overnight stay in a guest house/mountain camp

Day 4:Enilchek - Altyn Arashan

Distance — 180 km
  • Breakfast
  • Transfer to Altyn Arashan
  • Bathing in hot radon springs
  • Rest and walks in the gorge
  • Overnight stay in a guest house

Day 5: Altyn Arashan - Karakol - Bishkek

Distance — 400 km
  • Breakfast
  • Descent to the city of Karakol
  • Short sightseeing walk (optional)
  • Return to Bishkek

What to expect:

  • Tour type: Sight-seeing, hiking
  • Duration: 5 days
  • Difficulty: Easy

Price Includes:

  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Yurt and Guesthouse accommodation