TENTI - Chong-Kemin -Tamchy village (Issyk-Kul) Trek

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Chong-Kemin -Tamchy village (Issyk-Kul) Trek

Let's Wander Kyrgyzstan!

Chong Kemin valley was created as a national park in Kyrgyzstan in 1997, which is located about 150 km to the east of Bishkek, the capital city of Kyrgyzstan. It is at an altitude of 2800 m above sea level. The Park is inhabited by a variety of rare animals and birds, trees and plants, listed in the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan: like, snow leopards, deer, bear, and Golden Eagle and etc. This makes the place really special and unique. It reminds a small oasis of wildlife and fir forests.
BRIEF ITINERARY
- Day 1
  
  Day 1: Bishkek-Chong Kemin Valley-Toru-Aigyr Valley
- Day 2
  
  Day 2: Toru-Aigyr Valley-Kol Kogur Lake
- Day 3
  
  Day 3: Kol Kogur Lake-Kyzyl Aska Jailoo
- Day 4
  
  Day 4: Kyzyl-Aska Jailoo-Tamchy Village
- Day 5
  
  Day 5: Tamchy Village-Bishkek
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THE ROUTE
BRIEF ITINERARY
- Day 1
  
  Day 1: Bishkek-Chong Kemin Valley-Toru-Aigyr Valley
  
  We will gather at the meeting point – the Tenti Office on 105/3 Isanov Street and start our journey at 8.00 am by driving to Chong Kemin Valley. We arrive at the park and have lunch at a guest house. Then, we will stretch our legs till the Karool Dobo (from Kyrgyz means “Watch Hill”). Then, continue to trail till Toru-Aigyr valley. Dinner and overnight in tents.
- Day 2
  
  Day 2: Toru-Aigyr Valley-Kol Kogur Lake
  
  After breakfast we continue our trail to the Kol Kogur Lake (2500 m), which has a very unique trapezoidal shape and surrounded by beautiful landscapes, wooded terrain, and gentle slopes. It is one of the rare places where not many travelers reach, therefore the nature remains untouched. On the way, we will see some cattle-breeding settlements and a Jaeger house, and our eyes will enjoy the amazing wild nature. We will set up a camp, dinner, overnight along the lake shore.
- Day 3
  
  Day 3: Kol Kogur Lake-Kyzyl Aska Jailoo
  
  Breakfast. Today we will trail about 15 km through pastures («jailoo» in Kyrgyz) of the valley, and see a variety of cattle walking around and completing the views. Find a place to set up a camp, dinner, overnight.
- Day 4
  
  Day 4: Kyzyl-Aska Jailoo-Tamchy Village
  
  Today is the last day of our trekking. After breakfast we will trail to the Achyk-Tash jailoo, where we will meet our driver to transfer us to Tamchy village, the north shore of Issyk-Kul. We will learn about the village, and sunbathe on the shore of Issyk-Kul to rest and relax after a long trek. We will have dinner at a guesthouse, free time to explore the place.
- Day 5
  
  Day 5: Tamchy Village-Bishkek
  
  Breakfast at the guesthouse, and drive to Bishkek. On the way, we will visit and explore the history of Burana Tower - the remnant of the ancient city Balasagun (9th-11th centuries), which was ransacked by the Mongols in 1218. The place is surrounded by petroglyphs – art and history our ancestors (or travelers) left. Hotel, free time.
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- Whats included
  
  1) Transportation (minibus) for the duration of the tour (including airport pick up and drop off)
  2) Guide
  3) Tents
  
  4) Sleeping bags
  
  5) Satellite phone
  
  6) Radios for the team leader and support staff
  
  7) Trekking guide
  
  8) Cook and kitchenware
  
  9) 2 horses to carry gear
  
  10) 1 horseman
  
  11) All meals (breakfest, lunch, dinner) for the duration of the tour.
- What's Not Included
  International airfares
  
  Travel insurance
  
  Consular fees for Kyrgyzstan tourist visa
  
  Kyrgyzstan visa support
  
  All personal expenses; including alcohlic beverages
  
  Charges for additional services
  
  Dinner -3rd night

Chong-Kemin -Tamchy village (Issyk-Kul) Trek

Let's Wander Kyrgyzstan!

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1: Bishkek-Chong Kemin Valley-Toru-Aigyr Valley

Day 2: Toru-Aigyr Valley-Kol Kogur Lake

Day 3: Kol Kogur Lake-Kyzyl Aska Jailoo

Day 4: Kyzyl-Aska Jailoo-Tamchy Village

Day 5: Tamchy Village-Bishkek

Tour dates and prices

THE ROUTE

BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1: Bishkek-Chong Kemin Valley-Toru-Aigyr Valley

Day 2: Toru-Aigyr Valley-Kol Kogur Lake

Day 3: Kol Kogur Lake-Kyzyl Aska Jailoo

Day 4: Kyzyl-Aska Jailoo-Tamchy Village

Day 5: Tamchy Village-Bishkek

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