This intensive mountain bike tour is designed for riders who want to experience Kyrgyzstan’s wild landscapes but have limited time.
In just six days you will ride across the high mountain plateau of Song-Kul Lake, cross remote nomadic valleys, descend spectacular mountain passes and finish your journey at the shores of Issyk-Kul Lake.
The route combines long-distance riding, high-altitude terrain and authentic encounters with nomadic culture. It is an ideal program for experienced riders looking for a compact but challenging MTB adventure in the Tien Shan Mountains.
Format: Private or small group
Duration: 7 days
Season: June – September
Start: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
Level: Challenging (good cycling fitness required)
Accommodation: Yurt camps & wild camping
Support: 4×4 support vehicle with bike transport
Trip Style: Intensive MTB Tour
Group Size: 2–12 riders
Meals: Full board
Riding Distance: 373 km
Elevation Gain: ↑ 7,697 m
Elevation Loss: ↓ 8,478 m
Altitude: 1,606 m – 3,891 m
Terrain: Dirt roads, alpine passes, shepherd trails, remote nomadic valleys.
Level: Challenging
For experienced MTB riders comfortable with long distances and high-altitude riding.
Safety:
• 4×4 support vehicle
• Professional MTB guides
• Route briefing & weather monitoring
• Starlink satellite communication
• First aid & repair equipment
Ideal for riders who want a short but intensive MTB adventure across Kyrgyzstan’s wild mountains.
Highlights include:
• Riding around Song-Kul Lake (3,000 m)
• Remote valleys of Naryn region
• Crossing Tien Shan mountain passes
• Epic descent toward Issyk-Kul Lake
Perfect for adventurous cyclists seeking high-altitude trails, nomadic culture, and raw mountain landscapes.
Explore the detailed itinerary below and follow the mountain biking route across Kyrgyzstan’s spectacular landscapes.
After breakfast, transfer from Bishkek to the high mountain lake Song-Kul via Kochkor village.
Reach Kalmak-Ashuu Pass, where we stop for a picnic lunch surrounded by alpine scenery.
From the pass begin a 25 km downhill mountain bike ride toward the western shore of Song-Kul Lake.
Arrival at a traditional yurt camp.
Dinner and overnight in yurts.
Breakfast at the yurt camp.
Start cycling directly from the camp and ride along the shores of Song-Kul Lake, one of Kyrgyzstan’s most impressive high-altitude landscapes.
Ride across vast nomadic pastures at an altitude of about 3,000 meters.
Distance: 50–60 km
Picnic lunch in nature.
Arrival at Tuulga-Tash area on the southern shore of the lake.
Dinner and overnight in a yurt camp.
After breakfast begin cycling toward the famous “32 Serpentine” mountain road.
Leave the Song-Kul plateau and ride across hills and small mountain passes toward the Naryn region.
Picnic lunch along the trail.
After reaching the Bishkek–Naryn highway, bikes are loaded into the support vehicle.
Transfer into the beautiful Solton-Sary Valley.
Overnight camping near the river.
Breakfast at camp.
Continue biking through the peaceful Solton-Sary Valley, known for its wide pastures and nomadic shepherd camps.
The route includes sections of dirt road and single-track trails leading toward the remote valley of Kara-Bodur.
Arrival near a shepherd family settlement.
Dinner with the local family.
Overnight in camping tents.
Breakfast in a local shepherd’s yurt.
Begin cycling toward Jylu-Suu, riding through the remote Orto-Syrt mountain valley.
This scenic section follows high mountain pastures and quiet nomadic landscapes.
Distance: 50–60 km
Arrival at the Balgart River, where camp is set near the river.
Dinner and overnight in tents.
Breakfast at 08:00.
Begin the final mountain ride toward Tosor Pass, one of the scenic routes connecting the Naryn region with Issyk-Kul Lake.
Distance: 50–60 km
Cross the pass in the afternoon and descend toward the Issyk-Kul basin.
At the highway, bikes are loaded into the support vehicle.
Transfer to a yurt camp on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake. On the way visit natural hot springs.
Dinner and overnight in the yurt camp.
Farewell dinner with guides, drivers, and support team.
After breakfast, pack the bikes and prepare for departure.
Transfer to Bishkek (approx. 4–5 hours).
Arrival at the hotel.
Optional city walk or visit to local bazaars.
End of the tour.
The tours start upon request, please contact us. The itineraries can be adjusted individually to fit into your schedule and provide you with the best experience. Furthermore, we are happy to create tailor-made tours according to your wishes.
After having solved all the questions and programs confirming we issue an invoice for payment. You can make a bank transfer or pay upon your arrival time in Bishkek before the trip starts.
The price of the tour depends on the number of people and the season. According to the request and interest, we can negotiate the optimal price for your budget.
The altitude is high and you will cross several mountain passes and most of the days will be long day biking among the steep mountain single trails up. We recommend you train with sport or jogging 2-3 times a week in the run-up to your trip.
First of all, you need to bring your own mountain bike and tools as well. In case your bike will be broken during the tour you should have the necessary spare parts to repair it.
Clothing for temperatures from +25C to -0C.
A detailed kit list will be sent to you when you book on.
Overnights during the activity tours you will have overnight in tents but most of the overnights will be in the yurt camps and local homestays,
Hot showers are available when staying in homestays and guesthouses during the tour.
However, during the 3 nights of camping, there are no permanent shower facilities.
If you wish, we can arrange a mobile hot steam sauna in the camping locations for an additional cost.
The group will be escorted by car. All the luggage, mineral waters, and foods will be transported every day by car and generally all available mountain roads the car following you on the back. Just some single trails the cars will not able to follow you but they will be waiting for you at the head point where it is possible.
The basic hints for travelers.
During your travel time, please respect local culture, customs, traditions, and religion.
Try to buy local products and make a benefit for the local economy.
Always give fair prices for lodging, food and other services.
Take off your shoes, when entering home or yurt stay.
Smoking is prohibited at home.
Please share your ideas on food and accommodation preferences.
Ask people for photographing them.
Be friendly and try to get in contact.
Be careful during the evening and night time and aware of mass meetings.
Be careful with your documents, money and valuable items.
Be aware of pickpockets and strangers at bazaars and streets.
If someone asking for documents, wallets or cameras, saying that they are from the police, ask them to go police together.
Never give your belongings to strangers.
Wear good hiking shoes for outdoor activities.
Bring warm waterproof clothes even in summer.
Have your torch sunscreen and repellent.
Do not drink very cold water from unknown sources.
Drinking alcohol at high altitudes is unsafe.
If the food fat or not acceptable for you can taste a bit and say thanks.
Do not drink cold water after eating out, better hot tea or c It helps in high altitude digestions cases.
Wear warm clothes in the mountains, usually after eating out.
Bring your medicines and first aid kit.
If you feel unsafe or have issues to discuss, please share with your staff, host or tour manager.
Collect your litter. Pack up all non-biodegradable rubbish. Please don’t drop cigarette butts or litter.
High altitude vegetation is very fragile.
Save the environment. Use toilets in nature wherever available. Where are none, stay at least 40-50 m from streams and water sources and bury all waste and paper.
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