Begin your journey in Bishkek and travel through the picturesque Boom Gorge to panoramic views of the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir. After crossing the high-altitude Kalmak-Ashuu Pass at an altitude of 3,446 meters, find yourself on the shores of Lake Son-Kol.

Enjoy a traditional lunch at a yurt camp, followed by a 2-hour horseback ride and a relaxing break by the lake. Conclude the evening with dinner and an authentic overnight stay in yurts under a canopy of incredibly bright stars.

After bidding farewell to the high-altitude Son-Kol, head towards Naryn, the country's highest city, where you'll stop for lunch. Continue deep into the At-Bashy district to the mysterious Kok-Kiya Valley.

By evening, arrive at a cozy guesthouse located just a few kilometers from the Chinese border. Here, in peace and solitude, rest and recharge before exploring Kyrgyzstan's most unusual lake.

Begin the morning with breakfast, then head to Kel-Suu Lake, hidden in a deep rock crevice at an altitude of 3,514 meters. Reach it on foot or horseback, enjoying the wild landscapes of the border zone.

The highlight will be a motorboat ride on the lake itself: the sheer cliff walls plunge deep into the water, creating the impression of a sci-fi film set. After a busy day and hundreds of photos, return to the guesthouse for a well-deserved dinner.

On the final day of the expedition, explore the Kulzha-Bashi canyons—a hidden gem of the region, where wind and water have carved out bizarre architectural forms from clay and sandstone.

After enjoying the "Martian" views, head towards Naryn for lunch. The journey home will take you through familiar mountain ranges, and a farewell dinner in the Boom Gorge will be the perfect time to share photos and impressions. Late in the evening, return to Bishkek, taking with you a piece of the magic of the Tien Shan.
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