This bicycling trips is around Lake Issyk-Kul, a mountain lake at 1,600m. Daily distances are between 30 and 65 km with one day being only 15 km. The cycling is almost always over asphalt road, At night there is the chance to charge the bike’s batteries (except at the yurt camp and therefore the next day will be only a short ride of 10km). This short ride allows time to visit the village of Bokonbaevo to see how felt carpets (shyrdaks) are made and to meet the “eagle man”, a hunter with a golden eagle. Although there is no high cycling in the mountains from time to time there are some climbs. The highest spot on the tour is 2,100m.
Accommodation – the tour goes around Lake Issyk Kul starting on the north shore. Accommodation will be in small hotels, guesthouses, a yurt camp and with local families. A car, in which all baggage will be transported, will accompany the whole tour. In an emergency it will be possible to ride along in the car. An interpreter (English or German speaking) will also accompany the tour to assist in communication with the local people. She will provide information about the country, its customs and habits. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Bicycle – you should bring your own bicycle. We suggest that you bring an extra battery as the roads are not always flat and you will probably use more energy than on a flat, well paved road. Also you should bring a cycling helmet and orange or yellow safety jacket. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Because of the heavy traffic in July and August at the north side of the lake, we will make a small adaption to the itinerary. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Temperatures in the mountains can be quite low at the start and end of season so some warm clothes may be required. A raincoat/cape and hiking shoes/boots are strongly recommended. We also recommend to everybody that they bring their own hard-hat and fluorescent vest as they are not available here. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ For bookings of 4, or more, persons we offer a 5% discount. ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Due to unforeseen circumstances, it might be necessary to make small changes in the programme. We ask for your understanding.
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