Bishkek → Chon-Kemin transfer
Chon-Kemin valley, a national park of spruce forest and horse trails, is 140 km east of Bishkek — two and a half hours, the easiest real mountains from the capital.
- Distance140 km
- Drive time2 h 30 min
- Pricefrom $90
Bishkek → Chon-Kemin: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Camry or similar | $90 ≈ 7,900 som | $45 | $30 | — | — |
| Minivan up to 6 Hyundai Starex / Delica | $120 ≈ 10,500 som | $60 | $40 | $30 | $20 |
| 4x4 up to 4 Land Cruiser / Prado / UAZ | $140 ≈ 12,300 som | $70 | $47 | $35 | — |
| Sprinter up to 16 Mercedes Sprinter, up to 16 seats | $200 ≈ 17,500 som | $100 | $67 | $50 | $33 |
English-speaking driver +$15–20 · return — same price. Prices updated 12 October 2026.
The road
Highway to the Boom gorge, then a turn up the valley on asphalt turning to good gravel past Kalmak-Ashuu village.
Good to know
- Guesthouses arrange horses for the Ak-Suu and Jasyl-Kol lakes; we deliver you to the door.
Included
- Private car and driver, fuel, tolls
- Meet & greet with name sign at airports, 60 min free waiting
- Stops on the way where you ask (up to 1 h in total)
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before
- Pay the driver in cash or card — no prepayment for transfers
Bishkek → Chon-Kemin: questions
How do I get from Bishkek to Chon-Kemin?
Private car 2.5 hours, sedan $90. Public transport stops at the main road.
Is the valley road ok for a sedan?
Yes to most guesthouses in dry weather; further up-valley a 4x4 is better.
Can I go on to Issyk-Kul from Chon-Kemin?
Yes — Chon-Kemin → Cholpon-Ata is 1.5 hours, ask for a combined price.
Travelling solo? Split the car
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