Trekking to Lake Son-Kol and climbing Yukhin Peak in Kyrgyzstan

Departure from Bishkek around 9 a.m. towards Kochkor. En route, visit to the Burana Tower (11th century), a vestige of an ancient Silk Road city.

Lunch at a Dungan family's home, a Muslim community of Chinese origin established in Kyrgyzstan since the 19th century, to discover their traditional cuisine.

In the afternoon, a walk (approximately 2 hours round trip) in the spectacular Konorchek canyons, located in the Boom gorge.

Arrival in Kochkor, check-in at a guesthouse.

Dinner at a local restaurant.

Approximately 1 hour drive to the Kyzart Pass, starting point of our 4-day trek to Lake Son-Kol.

The hike begins with packhorses to carry the luggage. We cross the Chaar-Archa valley and pass over the pass of the same name before reaching the Kilemche pastures.

Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt.

After breakfast, continue the hike towards Lake Son-Kol. Gradual ascent to the Jalgyz-Karagay pass (3,300 m), offering superb panoramas over the vast high-altitude pastures.

A gentle descent to the lake, with lunch in a yurt. Then, continue to the Tuz Ashu area, on the lake shore.

Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt.

A peaceful day at the shores of Lake Son-Kol. An easy hike along the banks, through yurt camps and herds of horses and sheep.

Free time in the afternoon to enjoy the surroundings, meet the nomads or relax.

Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt

Approximately 3.5 hours of walking

Last day of trekking. Descent towards the village of Kyzart by crossing a pass, with beautiful views of the surrounding valleys.

Lunch at a local's home, then transfer by vehicle to Kyzyl-Oi along the Kökömeren river.

Dinner and overnight stay in a guesthouse.

A very long day's drive to reach the city of Jalal-Abad. Along the way, stops near the Toktogul and Kurpsai dams, key elements in the country's electricity production.

Tired from the journey, we checked into a hotel. Dinner at a restaurant.

Departure for Osh. On the way, visit the historical monuments of Ozgon, including the mausoleums and the tower dating from the Karakhanid period (11th century).

Upon arrival in Osh, discover the sacred mountain Sulaiman-Too, a World Heritage Site.

Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight stay at the hotel.

Departing from Osh towards Tulpar-Kol, nestled at the foot of the majestic Lenin Peak (7,134 m), one of the iconic summits of the Pamir range. The road crosses the spectacular landscapes of the Alay Valley, between vast pastures, isolated villages and magnificent panoramas.

Upon arrival, you will be settled in a yurt camp, facing the snow-capped peaks.

In the afternoon, a short acclimatization hike (approximately 2 hours) around the lake, ideal for a first immersion in altitude.

Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt.

A day dedicated to acclimatization with the gradual ascent of the Petrovsky ridge. This hike offers exceptional panoramas of Lenin Peak, the Lenin Glacier and the immense Alay Valley.

A moderate pace walk with regular breaks to allow for gradual acclimatization to the altitude and equipment checks. Opportunity to observe local pastoral life with herds of yaks and horses roaming freely.

Return to camp at the end of the day.

Dinner and overnight stay at the yurt camp

Departure for a more challenging day towards the advanced base camp of Lenin Peak, located in the Achik-Tash region.

Crossing high-altitude landscapes combining alpine meadows, moraines, and glacial rivers. Passing through the famous "Travelers Pass," offering spectacular views of the Lenin Glacier, then progressing across glacial terrain to Camp 1.

Setting up a tent in a high mountain environment.

Night at Camp 1.

Early departure for the ascent of Yukhin Peak (approximately 5,130 m), an accessible summit offering a high-altitude mountaineering experience.

Progression over varied terrain (trails, snow and ice). From the summit, spectacular panorama of Lenin Peak, Lenin Glacier and the entire Pamir mountain range.

Descent to Camp 1 in the afternoon.

A gradual descent towards Tulpar-Kol via the same route. The landscapes gradually change, giving way to verdant alpine pastures contrasting with the snow-capped peaks in the background.

Free time at the end of the day to relax or enjoy the lakeside area.

Dinner and overnight stay in a yurt camp.

Departure from Tulpar-Kol towards Osh using the same road.

Upon arrival in Osh, check into a comfortable hotel for the night before departing for Uzbekistan the next day OR transfer to the airport and flight to Bishkek (domestic flight of approximately 45 minutes).

Airport pick-up and transfer to the hotel.

Dinner at a restaurant.

Overnight stay at the hotel.

Transfer to Bishkek airport according to your flight schedule (or to the border with Uzbekistan for those continuing their journey to Uzbekistan).