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The Perfect Day: Burana Tower, Red Canyons and Issyk-Kul Lake

By Budget Nomad Tours Kyrgyzstan
Free cancellation available
Price is P 4,925 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 11h
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Overview

In just one day, you will see three of the most beautiful places in Kyrgyzstan. Start at Burana Tower — an ancient Silk Road monument where stone warriors and history come to life. Then stop for kattama flatbread and samovar tea at a local café before exploring the stunning Kok-Moynok Canyons, where red and yellow rocks have been shaped by nature over millions of years. End the day at Issyk-Kul Lake — one of the largest mountain lakes in the world — where you can relax on the beach and swim in summer. Small group, English-speaking guide, everything included.

Activity location

  • Bishkek
    • Bishkek, Bishkek City, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bishkek Railway Station
    • 1 Erkindik Avenue
    • 720040, Oktyabrskiy, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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The Perfect Day: Burana Tower, Red Canyons and Issyk-Kul Lake

  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h
    11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00
Price details
P 4,925.04 x 1 AdultP 4,925.04
Total
Price is P 4,925.04

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Comfortable vehicle with air conditioning
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Traditional Kyrgyz snack — kattama bread and samovar tea
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry ticket to Burana Tower
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
  • What's includedWhat's included
    English-speaking guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to Issyk-Kul Lake
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entry ticket to Kok-Moynok Canyons
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small-group tour (minimum 3, maximum 15 passengers)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Bishkek

  • 20m
Meet your English-speaking guide at the train station in Bishkek. From here, the group sets off together toward the Chuy Valley for a day packed with history, nature, and lake views.

Burana Tower

  • 1h
Your first stop is the historic Burana Tower — a 9th-century minaret that once guided Silk Road travelers across the steppe. Climb to the top for panoramic views over the Chuy Valley, explore the ancient petroglyphs and stone warrior statues at the base, and learn the fascinating story of the lost city of Balasagun from your guide.

Boom Gorge

  • 30m
After Burana, we stop at a local café for a well-earned break. You'll try kattama — a traditional Kyrgyz layered flatbread — served with tea brewed in a classic samovar. A simple and authentic taste of local life before we head into the canyons.

Kok Moinok Canyon

  • 2h
Located in the Boom Gorge on the way to Issyk-Kul, Kok-Moynok is one of Kyrgyzstan's most beautiful hidden gems. The canyons are made of red and yellow sandstone, shaped over millions of years into towers, corridors, and formations that look almost like a fairy tale. You'll walk through winding passages up to 2.5 km long, with plenty of time to explore and take photos. The walk is easy and relaxed — no special fitness level required.

Balykchy

  • 2h
The final stop is the western shore of Issyk-Kul Lake, one of the largest alpine lakes in the world. We visit a local beach where you can sit by the water, enjoy the fresh mountain air, and take in the stunning views. From June to August, the water is warm enough to swim — so bring your swimsuit if you're visiting in summer.

Bishkek

  • 3h
After the lake, we drive back to Bishkek along the scenic Boom Gorge. You'll arrive in the evening, having covered ancient history, dramatic canyons, and one of the world's most beautiful lakes — all in one day.

Location

Activity location

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    Bishkek
    • Bishkek, Bishkek City, Kyrgyzstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Bishkek Railway Station
    • 1 Erkindik Avenue
    • 720040, Oktyabrskiy, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan

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