Horseback Riding Tour for Beginner Riders
6 days, 6 nights.
Tour dates
May 30 – June 5 June 27 – July 3
Who This Tour Is For
This tour is designed for people who love animals and wild nature, want to learn how to ride a horse, get acquainted with the life and culture of nomads, and see the most beautiful locations of Northern Tian Shan."Traveling leaves you speechless, and then turns you into a better storyteller"
How the Tour Goes
No tents or sleeping bags — this tour offers comfortable accommodation in cozy guesthouses. Throughout the route, during the day you will enjoy easy horseback rides lasting 2–5 hours, and in the evening you will return to the guesthouse.You will experience the beautiful nature of Kyrgyzstan, enjoy delicious food made from natural products, and learn about the culture and traditions of the nomadic people of Central Asia.
Route and Locations
Bishkek – Cholpon-Ata – Lake Issyk-Kul – Cholpon-Ata Gorge Waterfalls – Semenov Gorge & Sutu-Bulak Lake – Konorchek Canyons – Kemin National Park – Shol-Kaindy Gorge – Orto-Kaindy Gorge – BishkekTour program
Departure from Bishkek at 9:00 AM. We will drive to the town of Cholpon-Ata on Lake Issyk-Kul (about 4 hours). Check-in at the guesthouse. Lunch at a café.
After lunch, we arrange an introduction to Kyrgyz horses and a 2-hour introductory horseback ride. You will receive a detailed safety briefing, learn how to mount and dismount, and practice riding on an easy route. Free time afterward. Dinner at a local café.
Today we have a 4-hour horseback ride to mountain waterfalls. During the ride, you will master horse control skills and see many beautiful locations. After the ride, lunch at a local café. Free time: you can go to the beach, hot springs, park walks. Dinner at a café.
After breakfast, we drive to Semenov Gorge, where the horses will be waiting for us. Horseback ride (3–4 hours) to Sutu-Bulak Mountain Lake.
After the ride, we organize a riverside picnic — lamb and chicken barbecue. After all activities, we return to the guesthouse. Dinner at a café.
After the ride, we organize a riverside picnic — lamb and chicken barbecue. After all activities, we return to the guesthouse. Dinner at a café.
On day 4, we will change locations and head to Konorchek Canyons. We stretch our legs with a 3-hour walking hike through the canyons. After the walk, we drive to a guesthouse in Kara-Dobo village, check in, and have lunch.
After lunch, a 2-hour horseback ride in Shol-Kaindy Gorge. Dinner at the guesthouse.
After lunch, a 2-hour horseback ride in Shol-Kaindy Gorge. Dinner at the guesthouse.
Day 5
In the morning, the horses will be waiting near the guesthouse. We go on a 4–5 hour horseback ride in Orto-Kaindy Gorge, riding up the gorge to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Kemin National Park.
Lunch by a mountain river. By evening, we return to the guesthouse and have our dinner.
In the morning, the horses will be waiting near the guesthouse. We go on a 4–5 hour horseback ride in Orto-Kaindy Gorge, riding up the gorge to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Kemin National Park.
Lunch by a mountain river. By evening, we return to the guesthouse and have our dinner.
After breakfast, we take our minibus to Kegety Gorge, where horses will be waiting for us. We will ride to Kel-Tor Mountain Lake (about 4 hours). At the lake, we have lunch and take many beautiful photos.
We return to the vehicle, say goodbye to the horses, and drive to Bishkek. Check-in at the hotel. In the evening, farewell dinner at the national restaurant Navat.
The next day, a car will pick you up 4 hours before your flight and take you to the airport
We return to the vehicle, say goodbye to the horses, and drive to Bishkek. Check-in at the hotel. In the evening, farewell dinner at the national restaurant Navat.
The next day, a car will pick you up 4 hours before your flight and take you to the airport
Tour cost and what it includes
Cost for a group:
7-8 people – 1150$
Price Includes
- Transportation during the tour
- Accommodation in guesthouses (6 nights)
- Group guide
- Meals: all breakfasts and lunches
- Dinners on Days 4 and 5
- Drinking water (1 liter per person per day)
- Picnic with lamb and chicken barbecue
- Farewell dinner in Bishkek
- Horse rental with saddles for all riding days
- Dedicated horseback riding guide
Not Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- Dinners on Days 1, 2, and 3
- Single-room accommodation in guesthouses (supplement 18,000 KGS per person)
- Flight tickets
- Insurance
Booking and payment:
To book the tour, you must choose suitable dates and make a 20% prepayment in Kyrgyz som through the Zolotaya Korona service in the name of Ilchishin Petr Georgievich, phone: +996772456819, registered address: Bishkek, Proletarskaya St. 63.
The remaining amount is paid on-site upon arrival in Bishkek in cash in som or in rubles at the current exchange rate on the day of payment.
The remaining amount is paid on-site upon arrival in Bishkek in cash in som or in rubles at the current exchange rate on the day of payment.
In case of cancellation, the prepayment can be refunded 100% no later than 20 days before the start of the tour. After 20 days before the start of the tour, the prepayment is non-refundable.
Details and specifics
Hotels and guesthouses are 3-star level. Twin accommodation with breakfast. Each room has a shower, toilet, TV, and Wi-Fi.
Single-room supplement: 16,000 KGS (must be requested in advance).
Hotels
● Cholpon-Ata – Zaton Guesthouse or similar
● Kara-Dobo village – Zhekshen Guesthouse
● Bishkek – Kozu Hotel or similar
Single-room supplement: 16,000 KGS (must be requested in advance).
Hotels
● Cholpon-Ata – Zaton Guesthouse or similar
● Kara-Dobo village – Zhekshen Guesthouse
● Bishkek – Kozu Hotel or similar
All breakfasts and lunches are included, as well as dinners on Days 4 and 5. On Day 3, a picnic with lamb and chicken barbecue, fresh vegetables, and “brynza” cheese is included. On the last day, a farewell dinner at a national restaurant is included. Dinners on Days 1, 2, and 3 are not included.
You will ride calm, well-trained Kyrgyz horses, all equipped with saddles and soft pads.
On Day 1, you will receive a full safety briefing and a short test ride to learn horse control. After that, you will be able to ride independently.
A professional horseback guide will accompany you on all rides, helping with mounting and dismounting, guiding the route, assisting in difficult situations, and ensuring the safety of all horses.
On Day 1, you will receive a full safety briefing and a short test ride to learn horse control. After that, you will be able to ride independently.
A professional horseback guide will accompany you on all rides, helping with mounting and dismounting, guiding the route, assisting in difficult situations, and ensuring the safety of all horses.
We use comfortable minibuses. Our drivers are experienced mountain drivers and also act as guides — explaining locations, showing the most interesting spots, handling accommodations, managing timing, organizing meals, and assisting with all logistics.
● Moderate
● Horseback travel in the mountains
● One easy 3-hour walking hike during the tour
Altitudes
● Bishkek: 700 m
● Lake Issyk-Kul: 1,608 m
● Horseback riding routes: 2,500–2,900 m
● Horseback travel in the mountains
● One easy 3-hour walking hike during the tour
Altitudes
● Bishkek: 700 m
● Lake Issyk-Kul: 1,608 m
● Horseback riding routes: 2,500–2,900 m
Currency in Kyrgyzstan is the Som. Most places accept cash only, so please bring cash. Exchange is available on arrival.
Estimated extra expenses:
● Dinners (3 days): ~3,000 KGS
● Souvenirs and gifts: 2,000–3,000 KGS
● Alcohol — optional
Estimated extra expenses:
● Dinners (3 days): ~3,000 KGS
● Souvenirs and gifts: 2,000–3,000 KGS
● Alcohol — optional
Mountain weather can change rapidly from +25°C to −5°C.
Bring with you:
1. Backpack (up to 25 L)
2. Rain poncho
3. Short-sleeve T-shirts (2)
4. Socks (2–3 pairs)
5. Thermal underwear
6. Fleece jacket or windbreaker
7. Warm hat
8. Cap or sun hat
9. Helmet or back protection (optional)
10. Small towel & personal hygiene items
11. Comfortable trousers
12. Sneakers, sandals, or slippers
13. SPF 50 sunscreen & lip balm
14. Sunglasses
15. Personal medications
Bring with you:
1. Backpack (up to 25 L)
2. Rain poncho
3. Short-sleeve T-shirts (2)
4. Socks (2–3 pairs)
5. Thermal underwear
6. Fleece jacket or windbreaker
7. Warm hat
8. Cap or sun hat
9. Helmet or back protection (optional)
10. Small towel & personal hygiene items
11. Comfortable trousers
12. Sneakers, sandals, or slippers
13. SPF 50 sunscreen & lip balm
14. Sunglasses
15. Personal medications
Feel free to message us to check the availability of spots in the groups.
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Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Akhunbayeva str., 119/7
susanintours@gmail.com
susanintours@gmail.com