# Winter Ala-Archa Snow Walk - Day Trip

A gentle winter day in Ala-Archa National Park, 40 km from Bishkek. An eco bus takes us deep into the snowy gorge, then you walk at your own pace past frozen river bends and pines under snow. Feed the birds and squirrels, try the short hike to the Broken Heart viewpoint and warm up with a hot drink at the A-Frame. No hard hiking and no long drive.

- Duration: 6 hours
- Type: Day trips, Winter tours
- Best season: November to April
- Starts and ends in: Bishkek
- Pace: Relaxed-paced
- Activities: hiking - 1 day
- Price: from $100 per person (the exact price depends on group size and season). No prepayment to enquire.
- Group: small group or fully private, with a local English-speaking guide
- Page: https://azattours.com/tours/winter-ala-archa-snow-walk-day-trip/

## Highlights

- Snowy pines and a frozen river, 40 km from Bishkek
- Feed the birds and squirrels along the trail
- Optional short hike to the Broken Heart viewpoint
- Hot drink with a mountain view at the A-Frame

## Itinerary

### Day 1: Bishkek to Ala-Archa and back

Your guide and driver pick you up at your hotel in the morning. Ala-Archa National Park is 40 km away, about an hour by car. On the way in, your guide tells you about the park.

Cars stop at the park entrance. From there the official eco bus, the only transport allowed inside, takes us deeper into the gorge. Out of the bus, you walk the winter road as far as you like. Stop for photos of the icy river, feed the birds and squirrels and keep an eye out for winter wildlife.

Want a little more? Take the short hike to the Broken Heart viewpoint. Your guide stays with you, shows the best spots and helps with photos.

We finish at the A-Frame restaurant with hot tea or coffee and the mountains framed in its big windows. Then the eco bus takes us back to the car and we drive to Bishkek. The whole trip takes 5 to 6 hours.

- Transfer: Bishkek to Ala-Archa · 40 km · 1 h
- Activity: Winter walk · at your own pace
- Meals: Hot tea or coffee

## Common questions

**How long is this tour?** It runs 6 hours, starting and ending in Bishkek.

**When is the best time to go?** The season runs November to April. June to September brings the warmest days, and the high-pasture yurt camps are open.

**How fit do I need to be?** It's relaxed-paced, with 1 days hiking. Good general fitness is enough, and there is no technical climbing.

**How much does it cost?** From $100 per person. The exact price depends on group size and season, and we confirm it for your group within 24 hours.

## How to book

Send your dates and group size and we confirm availability and a tailored price within 24 hours: https://azattours.com/tours/winter-ala-archa-snow-walk-day-trip/#book

- WhatsApp and phone: +996 502 888 001 (https://wa.me/996502888001)
- Email: azatbeyshenaliev1@gmail.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/azattourskg/
- Enquiry form: https://azattours.com/#plan
- Based in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan