Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Issyk-Kul Region February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk # What to do in Issyk-Kul Region ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Issyk-Kul Region Types of activities [Issyk-Kul Region travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Issyk-Kul-Region.dx553248626387933786) ![Spectacular rock formations near Seven Bulls rock. Join us for our next Kyrgyztan tour at discoverthetopfloor.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248626387933786/64a3b1fd-88a1-4826-8d6c-9df73a6729d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Spectacular rock formations near Seven Bulls rock. 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[Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## What to do in Issyk-Kul Region --- ### Popular places to visit #### Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral After visiting Russian Orthodox Holy Trinity Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karakol. Discover the area's glaciers and churches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Russian-Orthodox-Holy-Trinity-Cathedral-Karakol.d6101712.Attraction) #### Fairy Tale Canyon Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fairy Tale Canyon during your travels in Tosor. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fairy-Tale-Canyon-Tosor.d553248635972870771.Attraction) #### Altyn-Kul Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Altyn-Kul Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cholpon-Ata. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Altyn-Kul-Beach-Cholpon-Ata.d553248627064672680.Attraction) #### Karakol Ski Base Hit the slopes at Karakol Ski Base during your trip to Karakol. Discover the area's glaciers and churches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karakol-Ski-Base-Issyk-Kul-Region.d841985178254663680.Attraction) #### Karakol Dungan Mosque After visiting Karakol Dungan Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karakol. Amble around the area's lakeside or visit its churches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karakol-Dungan-Mosque-Karakol.d6101698.Attraction) #### Pushkin Park After visiting Pushkin Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karakol. Discover the area's glaciers and churches. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pushkin-Park-Karakol.d553248621526916494.Attraction) #### Microbiolits Stromatolits Ancient Beach If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Microbiolits Stromatolits Ancient Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Cholpon-Ata. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Microbiolits-Stromatolits-Ancient-Beach-Cholpon-Ata.d553248627064672688.Attraction) #### Chinese Mosque After visiting Chinese Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Karakol. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's glaciers. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Chinese-Mosque-Karakol.d553248621526916498.Attraction) #### Kaji-Say Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Kaji-Say Beach during your trip to Kaji-Say? [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaji-Say-Beach-Issyk-Kul-Region.d841986694027898880.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Issyk-Kul Region ![Well worth getting up early for. Love the diversity in n landscapes. Join us when we come back here: discoverthetopfloor.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003775/eaff788b-0be0-4e82-94e5-1501a27e03e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tosor ![On the northern shore of Issyk-kul lake, in Krygyzstan. Not many people in March, but the view is always incredible!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003784/ac2227fe-f204-46a4-a454-9cfd34e0f8cf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cholpon-Ata ![The very busy beach town of Bosteri on the shores of Kyrgyzstan's Lake Issyk Kul. #WorldPhotoDay](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000003788/ce74f7ce-924f-4afa-817d-1af1779d4749.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bosteri ![It looks like nothing from the outside. And inside, I'd describe the rooms as 'pretty good'. But that's not why you stay here. Go to this random village near the banks of beautiful Issy-kul Lake and as soon as you meet your host Tamara, you'll understand why this is such a gem. She's fascinating, helpful, curious, kind and full of generosity and despite this being a quiet two road village, your stay here could very well be the highlight of your visit to Kyrgyzstan, as it was for me. #kyrgyzstan #silkroute #villagelife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000480285/22aa7409-1048-4ae3-8a39-a9a488dac804.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Tamga ![A perfect sunrise over the best BBQ spot. Bokonbayevo, Kyrgyzstan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635963615315/0183ab5b-681d-4a38-90c7-ac056b5c904a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bokonbayevo ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app