Camping, hotel, guides, cook, meals, horses, vehicle support.
2 nights in a hotel and camping
On horseback: 120 km Transfers: 500 km
Tien Shan – On Horseback to the Heart of the Mountains Forget the noise of the cities and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of crystal-clear air, restless rivers, and majestic mountain ridges. Horseback riding in the Tien Shan will bring you true unity with nature, where every morning begins with a sunrise over endless pastures. This journey is for those who seek the simple and sincere beauty of the wild. Feel like a nomad crossing mountain passes and the green valleys of the Tien Shan. You will stay in cozy yurts, enjoy the silence of the mountains, and taste traditional cuisine. This adventure will allow you to see the world through the eyes of ancient nomads who lived in harmony with nature. In the saddle, you will overcome not only mountain trails but also your own doubts. The Tien Shan will reveal its secrets to you: snow-capped peaks, mirror-like lakes, and vast steppes. There is no place for hustle and bustle here—only the peace and romance of a true adventure. The Tien Shan will give you everything: towering peaks, restless rivers, and you, like a true nomad, in the saddle! The mountains are waiting!
Flight to Bishkek. Independent arrival from the airport to Bishkek. If needed, we can arrange individual pickup and transfer. Evening briefing. Dinner in the city (not included in the price). Overnight stay in a hotel.
After breakfast at the guesthouse, we transfer to Tuura-Su village, where our adventure begins. We get acquainted with our horses, saddle up, and start our trek. After several hours of ascending a mountain pass, we stop to rest for the night. Distance: 17 km Elevation gain/loss: +1350 m / -11 m Duration: 5 hours on horseback, 6 hours of trekking
On this day, we will ascend the Tong Ashuu Pass, reaching an altitude of 4,023 meters, before slowly descending. In the afternoon, we will arrive at Issyk Su hot springs, where we will relax and rest for the night. Accommodation: Tents or yurts Distance: 12 km Elevation gain/loss: +700 m / -1070 m Duration: 6 hours on horseback, 7 hours of trekking
Today, we ascend to Teshik Kul Lake, located at an altitude of 3,727 meters. There will be an opportunity for fishing at the lake. In the afternoon, we return to the hot springs and then continue our journey to the Uch Emchek Valley, where we will spend the night. Distance: 20 km Elevation gain/loss: +900 m / -790 m Duration: 6 hours on horseback, 7 hours of trekking Accommodation: Overnight in the Uch Emchek Valley
Trekking Through the Mountains The journey through the mountains continues, offering breathtaking landscapes and panoramic views. Tonight, we will camp near the second pass, Tosor Ashuu, at 3,893 meters. Distance: 20 km Elevation gain/loss: +530 m / -100 m Duration: 5 hours on horseback, 6 hours of trekking Accommodation: Near Tosor Ashuu Pass
Crossing Tosor Ashuu Pass and Descending After crossing the Tosor Ashuu Pass (3,893 m), we will begin our descent. This part of the journey offers a breathtaking panoramic view of Issyk-Kul Lake. We will spend the night in Kol Bel Jailoo at an altitude of 3,000 meters. Distance: 22 km Elevation gain/loss: +1050 m / -1500 m Duration: 6 hours on horseback, 7 hours of trekking Accommodation: Kol Bel Jailoo (3,000 m)
Descent to Boz Salkyn Yurt Camp Today, we continue our journey downhill to the Boz Salkyn yurt camp, located near the sacred mountain Tashtar-Ata. We will spend the night in a yurt camp. There is also an option to return to Bokonbaevo with one of our drivers. Distance: 14 km Elevation gain/loss: +560 m / -1070 m Duration: 6 hours on horseback, 7 hours of trekking Accommodation: Boz Salkyn Yurt Camp or return to Bokonbaevo
Return to Bokonbaevo Village Today, we complete our descent back to Bokonbaevo village, arriving in the early afternoon. Distance: 13 km Elevation gain/loss: +40 m / -800 m Duration: 3 hours on horseback, 4 hours of trekking Accommodation: Bokonbaevo Village (optional)
After breakfast, we return to Bishkek and check into a guesthouse. The rest of the day is free time to explore the city, relax, and prepare for the journey home. The next morning, you will independently transfer to the airport for your flight home.
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This trip is designed with your comfort in mind: you travel light, enjoy nature, while the staff takes care of your accommodation and meals.
It is important to know that at times, you may need to lead your horse on foot, and there will also be hiking sections without horses.
Upon arrival at the campsite, everything will already be set up, and dinner will be ready.
In case of rain, there is a large Red-Fox tent, spacious enough to comfortably accommodate a group of 20 people.
It was a journey where you gradually adapted to new sensations. On the first day, you get used to the saddle. On the second, to the rhythms of nature. By the third, you realize there’s no network on your phone. And on the last day, you understand that you've grown attached—to these horses, to the sounds of the river, to the endless open spaces, and to the feeling of freedom. And you don’t want to say goodbye to it at all.
If you want to escape civilization without losing your sense of comfort, this is the place for you. It feels like the horses know the route better than you do. The guides are calm and reserved, but if you start a conversation, they will tell stories so captivating that you'll forget to breathe. And in the evening—a riverside sauna. I ran barefoot through the grass, plunged into the icy water, jumped back out—and suddenly, life felt amazing again! :)
Experience in tourism 22 years
