Winter

Kyrgyzstan Winter Escape

A 7-day winter journey: mountains, culture, people and adventure

Duration: 7 days
Route: Bishkek – Issyk-Kul – Karakol
Group: up to 12 people

Tour Highlights

Three days of skiing or snowboarding in Karakol.
Hot springs among snowy mountains.
Traditional banya.
BBQ evening with music.
Skazka Canyon and an outdoor picnic.
Rukh Ordo Cultural Centre on Issyk-Kul.
Winter landscapes of Issyk-Kul.
Breakfasts, lunches and dinners included.

Day-by-Day Programme

Day 01Arrival in Bishkek
- Airport pick-up arranged around your flight arrival.
- Hotel transfer and check-in; overnight arrivals are expected between 00:00 and 05:00.
- Time to rest and recover after the journey.
- Optional visit to Bishkek or Ala-Archa National Park, depending on arrival time, group readiness and weather.
- Welcome dinner and tour briefing.
Day 02Bishkek to Karakol via Issyk-Kul
- Scenic drive from Bishkek towards Issyk-Kul Lake.
- Visit the Rukh Ordo Cultural Centre in Cholpon-Ata.
- Lunch in the Issyk-Kul area.
- Continue to Karakol through beautiful landscapes.
- Hotel check-in, dinner and preparation for the ski days.
Day 03Skiing & Hot Springs
- Breakfast and transfer to the ski area.
- Skiing or snowboarding, with a lunch break.
- Return to the hotel after a full day on the slopes.
- Visit the hot springs to relax.
- Dinner and overnight stay in Karakol.
Day 04Ski Day & BBQ Evening
- Breakfast and transfer to the ski area.
- Skiing or snowboarding for different ability levels, depending on the group.
- Lunch break and more time on the slopes.
- Return to the hotel and relax.
- BBQ dinner with music and group activities.
Day 05Final Ski Day & Traditional Banya
- Breakfast and transfer to the ski area.
- Final day of skiing or snowboarding.
- Lunch break.
- Return to the hotel and relax.
- Dinner with the group.
- Traditional banya experience, subject to final booking arrangements.
Day 06Skazka Canyon & Return to Bishkek
- Breakfast and check-out from the hotel in Karakol.
- Scenic drive along the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.
- Explore Skazka (Fairy-Tale) Canyon.
- Outdoor picnic lunch, weather permitting.
- Continue to Bishkek, followed by dinner and hotel check-in.
Day 07Departure
- Breakfast and hotel check-out, depending on your departure time.
- Transfer to Manas International Airport according to your flight schedule.
- End of the tour — take home memories of Kyrgyzstan’s winter landscapes.

What’s Included

All transfers
Accommodation throughout the tour
All breakfasts, lunches and dinners (on ski days, lunch is replaced with a packed lunch box)
Ski passes
Guides
Banya session
Hot springs
BBQ

What’s Not Included

Flights
Private ski or snowboard lessons

On the map

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Good to know

Skiing and snowboarding carry a risk of injury: choose slopes that match your ability and follow the rules on the slope.
If you are a beginner, please tell our manager in advance.
Mountain weather changes quickly, so the plan for the day may change.
Please check the insurance terms with our manager before the trip.

Tour FAQ

01What should I pack?

Snowboard or skis, including poles; a ski outfit — a warm jacket and trousers, preferably waterproof; a warm hat, gloves or mittens, and a balaclava or helmet liner; ski goggles and a helmet (mandatory); protective gear and knee pads (mandatory for beginners); warm socks; thermal base layers; swimwear and rubber sandals for the banya. Some equipment is available to rent.

02How do I book, and what is the cancellation policy?

A 30% deposit is required to confirm your booking; the remaining balance is payable upon arrival. Book via WhatsApp, email or our website. The deposit is non-refundable if you cancel. Price available on request.

03Which flights should I choose?

We recommend arriving between 00:00 and 08:00 and departing after 23:00 on the final day.