ISSYK LAKE TOUR

TOUR TO ISSYK LAKE
This tour will take you to one of the most beautiful lakes of Ile Alatau also known for its tragic history. You'll learn about the archaeological sites of Saka culture and the history of the area where the trade caravans passed thousands of years ago.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• We'll visit burial mounds near Issyk town.
• We'll take a walk around the Issyk Lake.
• We'll learn about the history and culture of the Saka period at the "Issyk" Museum.
• We will drive 150 kilometers in a comfortable off-roader.
• We'll taste Shashlyk and traditional Kazakh bread.

TOUR ITINERARY

10 hours: Almaty / Issyk Lake / Issyk city / Almaty

08.00. We'll meet the guide and leave for day trips. .

10.00. Arrival at the Issyk Lake. The guide will tell the history of the lake and the tragedy of the break of the lake's natural dam. You'll have 2 hours of free time to walk around the lake.

13.00. We'll have lunch at a local café, where you can choose from dozens of various kebabs.

14.00. After lunch we'll visit the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve "Issyk".

16.00. We'll return to the city, on the way we'll get acquainted with archeological monuments of Saka culture - burial mounds, where the famous "Golden Man", which became a state symbol of the Republic of Kazakhstan, was found.

18.00. Tours end at a hotel or any place convenient for you in the city

Program can be changed or supplemented according to your desire.

THE PRICE INCLUDES:

✓ Rent an all-wheel drive SUV

✓ Fuel

✓ Services of an English-speaking guide / driver

✓ Meals according to the program

✓ Entrance tickets to national parks

✓ Tasting "Kurt" and "Kumys"

✓ 1.5 liters of water per person

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

✓ International flights

✓ Medical insurance

✓ Personal expenses not indicated in the program

✓ Visa support

✓ Alcoholic drinks