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Issyk-Kul · 3 days
Altyn-Arashan: Valley of Hot Springs
Pine forests, wild rivers and natural thermal pools
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Overview
Hidden above Karakol, the Altyn-Arashan valley is a green amphitheatre of spruce forest beneath the Palatka peak. After a beautiful hike up the river we soak in natural hot springs, sleep in a cosy yurt camp and wake to horses grazing outside.
Highlights
- Hike through spruce forest
- Natural thermal pools
- Yurt camp under Palatka peak
- Optional ride to Ala-Kul viewpoint
Day by day
Day 1
Morning in Karakol, then a 5-hour hike up the river valley to the camp. Evening in the hot springs.
Day 2
Easy walk to the upper meadows or an optional horse ride. Slow afternoon by the river.
Day 3
Walk down through the forest, lunch in Karakol and drive to the lake shore.
Included
- ✓Licensed local guide
- ✓All transport in a comfortable 4×4
- ✓Accommodation as per itinerary
- ✓Meals during the tour
- ✓Park and entrance fees
Not included
- —International flights
- —Travel insurance
- —Personal expenses and tips