This is a couple of questions in one post - the first being: in early September we are being dropped in Naryn after staying in Tash Rabat and need to make our way to Cholpon Ata by the evening. Are we likely to find local buses/coaches on that route or is share taxi the most likely (probably with a change at Balykchy). Anyone one with recent costs for this?
The second question is: After Cholpon Ata we are heading to Karakol and wanted to go from there to Bishkek via the south side of the lake. we are wondering if it is worth hiring our own taxi to take us as far as Balykchy (where we will get a bus to Bishekek)or get the bus? Is there a lot to stop and see along the way? Would appreciate anyone who has done this - and likely cost of the taxi?
Cheers.
