CHUNKURCHAK to ORUU-SAI

Ridge crossing tour from the Alamedin to Ala Archa river valleys
DURATION: 1 day
TOTAL DISTANCE: up to 95 km
BIKING ROUTE: 45 km
AVE ALTITUDE: 2600 m above sea level.
AVE SPEED : uphill 6 km/h, downhill - 40-50 km/h.
SEASON: in good weather
The tour group will be transported to the start of the biking trail by bus.

This expedition follows the dirt road, crossing the hills between the Alamedin and Ala Archa gorges. The trip begins by venturing into the Tatyr canyon and visiting Doves' falls near a village of Tatyr. The rocks in the vicinity of the falls may expose travelers to the rock climbing practices of the Bishkek rock climbing school known to exercise there often. We will then get to sniff the flowers of Chunkurchak (Bowl Valley) and ascent to the water division ridge. The pass on top is the most elevated point of our trip. The next stretch of the route is an enjoyable downhill ride towards Ala Archa river valley. Bikers will be bypassing Bishkek winter resorts of Kyzyl Beles, Oruu Sai and Kashka Suu. Among the attractions on the way are views of the most elevated peaks of the Kyrgyz Range. This is a long trail. For inexperienced travelers, support vehicle is advisable for the whole route.

Tentative itinerary:
8.00 - gear up and depart Bishkek
9.00-11.30 - drive to start of the biking trail
12.00-17.00 - biking along the gorge.
17.00-18.30 - back to bus, share excitement, rest.
19.30 - arrive in Bishkek.