Kyrgyzstan is a Central Asian country known for its natural beauty with mountains, lakes, and valleys. Lake Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan is the world’s second-largest alpine lake (on high altitude mountains). Lake Titicaca in South America is the world’s largest alpine lake and Lake Baikal in Siberia is the world’s largest freshwater lake.
The best time to visit Kyrgyzstan is during the summer months, between late June to September. Bishkek is the capital of Kyrgyzstan with Manas international airport (FRU).
Award booking flights to Bishkek
I recommend using Aeroplan miles to book Turkish Airlines business class to get from the US to Istanbul and break the journey there for 5K points before heading to Bishkek (see image below).
Bishkek Accommodation
Hyatt
Marriott
Bishkek Dining
TripAdvisor has several restaurants listed in Bishkek that can be tried during your stay there.
Day Trips From Bishkek to Ala-Archa National Park
I recommend arranging a private car with a driver from your hotel (inexpensive) to explore the nearby (<20 miles away) Ala-Archa National Park, which has several scenic trails (link).
Kyrgyzstan Scenery
Conclusion
Kyrgyzstan is not congested with tourists and nature lovers can enjoy hikes in solitude. I consider the unspoiled alpine scenery of Kyrgyzstan to be one of the best in the world.