Issyk-Kul is the pearl of Kyrgyzstan, known for its crystal-clear waters and fresh air — a dream summer destination for many residents of Central Asia. Here’s how travelers from Uzbekistan can reach the lake and enjoy their vacation.
For a comfortable trip, you can contact one of the following companies:
MagicTrip, @magictrip.uz
They offer group and individual tours to Issyk-Kul from Tashkent, with special attention to every detail. You’ll get a comfortable bus transfer, accommodation in a guesthouse with balanced meals, and convenient access to the lake. Tours range from 2 to 7 days starting at $160 per person.
BestWay, @bestway.tour
This agency provides comfortable bus trips, accommodation in hotels and guesthouses along the shore, and interesting excursions. Bus ticket prices start from $65 per person, with discounts available for children and seniors.
BerkanaTour, @berkana_tour
A reliable agency for comfortable bus tours and flight bookings from Tashkent to Tamchy — a resort town on the shores of Issyk-Kul. They also organize comfortable hotel and guesthouse stays.
Rider Travel, @rider_travel_
In addition to comfortable bus transfers, this agency offers custom-designed tours and fun activities during your stay at Issyk-Kul. They provide all-inclusive packages with a focus on thoughtful details.
They organize diverse and exciting tours to Issyk-Kul upon individual request, starting from $169 per person. They also offer all-inclusive tours with flights.
You can also fly from Tashkent to Tamchy, a resort town on the lakeshore — flight time is about 1.5 hours.
Another option: Fly from Tashkent to Bishkek — 1 hour 15 minutes, then continue by road to Cholpon-Ata or Balykchy — both are popular lakeside destinations.
From Bishkek to Issyk-Kul, you can travel by:
— car: around four hours to Cholpon-Ata
— bus: from the Western Bus Station to Balykchy — daily departures from 08:50 to 19:00
— minibus: from the Western Bus Station to Cholpon-Ata
— train: from "Bishkek-2" station to Balykchy — daily service.
