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Travelers short on time in Almaty will enjoy this short small-group walking tour that covers the city’s highlights. After meeting your guide and group at a designated location, walk through some of the city’s main thoroughfares, parks, and shopping streets. Get a feel for Almaty’s unique atmosphere while your guide tells you more about the city’s history and culture. This is a great way to begin your time in Almaty.
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Almaty Original City Tour
1 to 2 hours
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Get to know Almaty better on a private, half-day guided tour of the city. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who have just arrived. Avoid the risk of getting lost or struggling with public transport in a different language, as taking a tour makes sightseeing easy. Visit Almaty highlights such as the Central Mosque and Kok-Tobe Hill, from where you can admire the views.
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Almaty city tour
4 hours
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Enjoy a scenic journey to Big Almaty Lake on a private tour accompanied by a fluent English-speaking guide. You’ll be picked up from your hotel and taken through the security gates before heading up to the breathtaking mountain lake by car. Spend about 60 minutes exploring the area and enjoying the incredible views. Afterward, you’ll return by car to the security point and be driven back to your hotel. This is a 4-hour tour, giving you plenty of time to enjoy other attractions in the city while still experiencing one of its absolute highlights.
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Private Big Almaty Lake Car Tour
4 hours
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This guided day tour focuses on the Tamgaly (Tanbaly) Petroglyphs, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important archaeological monuments in Kazakhstan. Rather than a simple transfer to the site, the experience is built around a structured visit with time to explore the main sections of the reserve and understand its historical significance. The tour is designed as a cultural experience, combining a guided walk through the canyon with observation of petroglyph clusters, ancient burial structures, and key viewpoints. All logistics, permits, and entrance fees are arranged in advance, allowing travelers to visit the site as a single, well-organized day trip from Almaty. This tour is best suited for travelers interested in history and archaeology who prefer a clear itinerary and professional organization over self-guided exploration.
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Tamgaly (Tanbaly) UNESCO Petroglyphs – Guided Cultural Day Tour
10 hours
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During the tour we will explore the city on foot and by public transports. We will visit museum ,bazar and other historical places . By the end of the tour you will know more about Kazakhstan,its history and culture
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mixed tour (walking and using public transports)+museum
4 to 5 hours
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During our tour we will visit most popular tourist attraction on foot and our guides will share the history of Kazakhstan and Almaty with you.
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walking in the city
2 to 3 hours
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Explore the rich history and vibrant culture of Almaty on this city tour. Visit the Park of 28 Heroes, a World War II dedication with numerous monuments. Wander the Green Bazaar, where the legacy of the Silk Road lingers, offering Kazakh souvenirs, fresh fruits, and unique treats like horse milk. Discover Kazakh heritage at the Almaty Museum and admire the Monument of Independence, celebrating Kazakhstan’s freedom. End at Medeo, a breathtaking ice rink perched 1,500 meters above sea level.
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City Tour in Almaty
5 hours
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Step into the heart of Kazakhstan with our captivating Almaty City Tour, a perfect blend of culture, history, and breathtaking natural beauty. Whether you're a history buff, nature lover, or someone who simply loves to explore vibrant city life, this tour has something for everyone. Why Choose This Tour? A Comprehensive Experience: Explore the rich cultural heritage, history, and natural beauty of Almaty in one day. Expert Guides: Learn about each landmark from our knowledgeable and friendly local guides who will share insights along the way. Breathtaking Views: Capture stunning photos of the city and surrounding mountains. Gastronomic Experience: During lunch, we can introduce you to the traditional kazakh cuisine. Otherwise, you can try great world cuisine in one of the many top restaurants of Almaty, the gastronomic capital of Kazakhstan. This tour can be flexible in terms of itinerary. If you have some places in mind that you want to visit, we are open to help you with that.
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Almaty City Tour: A Journey Through Culture, History, and Nature
5 to 9 hours
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Discover the ancient culture and traditions of Kazakh nomads on this 1-day activity-packed tour to the Huns Ethno Village near Almaty. With a mix of informative talks and demonstrations, folkloric shows, food tastings, and hands-on masterclasses, this tour has something for everybody. Experience a ‘day-in-the-life’ of Kazakh nomads as you see how tasks like spinning yarn and grinding flour are traditionally done. Learn about the significance of the yurt to nomadic people, and enjoy a folkloric show with music and horse games. Try traditional cooking, crafts, or sports for yourself with a choice of short masterclasses. This Traditions of Kazakh Nomads tour is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself for the day in Kazakhstan’s fascinating nomadic culture
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Experience the Nomadic Lifestyle at The Huns Ethno Village
6 hours 30 minutes
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Private half day city tour where you can soak up the atmosphere of the city of mountains.If you are interested in history and want to hear interesting facts about our city, then this tour is a must for you! Our team of professional tour guides and driver with private comfortable vehicles are always at your service.
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Half Day Private Guided Tour in Almaty
4 to 5 hours
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Tamgaly-Tas is the site of Dzungar Lamaism, common in South-East Kazakhstan in the second half of the XVII-XVIII centuries. Tamgalytas is located 25 km north-west of Kapchagai, on the right bank of the Ili river. Tamgaly-Tas is a unique site of Buddhist culture, has a long history of study and has been known in science for more than a century and a half. Castle of nomads was built as a decoration for the film “Nomad”, which was released in 2005. But you will be surprised by how organically it fits into the surrounding landscape. Now this city is often called the “Nomad Fortress”, and thousands of tourists flock to this tourist site every year.
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1 Day Tour: Castle of nomads & Buddha petroglyphs
8 to 10 hours
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During this tour you will get acquainted with the everyday life of the ancient Kazakhs. The hospitable atmosphere of locals and the traditional infrastructure of the village is unique. Local people wearing authentic national clothes will show you the main traditions, ceremonies and fun activities of our culture which you can also participate. Professional horse-riding tricks show, breathtaking battle between warriors in armor, traditional customs performance, the story of yurt; archery, amateur horse riding for everyone, cooking simple national dishes and drinks (as kumis), crafts production - all of that is waiting for you in Hunns ethno-village! Saturated trip will be finished with delicious outdoor lunch accompanied by picturesque mountain views.
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Discover nomadic lifestyle in 'The Huns' Ethno-village
7 hours
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We will take you to an ethnic village, located in a mountainous area, full of unspoiled nature. Local people in traditional clothes will show you the main customs, ceremonies and fun activities of our culture in which you can also participate.. During the tour you will: • watch a performance that displays traditional customs; • attend professional horse-riding tricks show, including a breathtaking battle between warriors in armor; • learn the story of yurt; • experience amateur horse riding for everyone; • learn archery on master-class; • cook simple national dishes and drink kumis (horse milk); • taste a delicious authentic meal; Come experience famous Kazakh hospitality in a picturesque mountain area.
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Ethno village tour
1 day 5 hours
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Do you want to know new culture for you? Speak with local people while traditional dinner? To open new city for you? Our team to discover for you a new destenation, show you the biggest city in Central Asia, arrange a dinner in local friendly family, weher you can see how to live people in Almaty. If you visit Almaty you have to know what is that city! Click book a tour!
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Almaty City Tour 4 hour & Dinner in local family
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Get ready to fall in love with Almaty – a city where nature and culture are in perfect harmony. Start your day at the iconic Medeu skating rink, a world-famous spot surrounded by stunning mountain views. From there, take a breathtaking cable car ride to Shymbulak, where you’ll enjoy the crisp mountain air and some free time to relax or explore. After a delicious picnic lunch/lunch at the base station, we’ll whisk you off to Kok-Tobe Park, which is located high above the city. Here, you will ride a cable car and get stunning views of the city, try fun attractions like the Ferris wheel, and experience beautiful Almaty sunsets! Why us? - We offer high quality service for every tour - We ensure safety at every step - Our guides are fluent in English and Chinese, have deep knowledge about the historic and natural cites - We tailor each tour to meet your preferences - We accommodate dietary restrictions and cultural preferences - With us, you'll have a stress-free journey!
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Experience Almaty, Medeu, shymbulak resort and Kok-tobe
9 hours
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Step into a world of contrasts on this unforgettable journey through Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan — four countries linked by history, yet each with its own unique soul. From the dramatic Charyn Canyon and alpine serenity of the Kolsay and Kaindy Lakes to the warm hospitality of Kyrgyz mountain villages, every stop reveals a new facet of Central Asia’s untamed beauty. Wander through the legendary Silk Road cities of Samarkand and Bukhara, where turquoise domes gleam beneath the sun, and trace the ancient spirit of Istaravshan and Penjikent — timeless gems of Tajikistan. Whether admiring the artistry of ancient madrasahs, hiking through stunning mountain valleys, or sharing tea with local families, this journey immerses you in the history, nature, and cultures that shaped the heart of the Silk Road.
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Four Stans Odyssey Through the Heart of Central Asia
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We will start our trip in the morning from your hotel. Drive will take approximately 3 hours. Museum-reserve is located on the vast territory with hills, canyons and rocks. There are 6 groups of petroglyphs of different eras. We will observe all of them. Just imagine - you will have chance to learn the art and at the same time documents of people who lived here hundreds and thousands years ago!
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Day Trip to Tanbaly Petroglyphs
8 hours
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Get a view of Almaty's must visit attractions on a guided tour of the city with excellent english speaking guide. Our half day tour is the best option for travellers that seek quick overview of the city and better understanding of modern culture in Kazakhstan. Tour includes sightseeing of Medeo skating rink, Shymbulak ski resort, Green Bazaar, Panfilov park and amazing view of the city from Koktobe Hill.
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Almaty Private City Sightseeing Tour
4 hours 30 minutes
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A unique all-inclusive tour (full transfer in an individual car, entrance tickets to all museums, lunch in a restaurant with Kazakh national cuisine, personal guide) for the whole day, during which you will get to know the history of Kazakhstan and the Kazakh people in such a comprehensive way, understand our traditions and culture, taste our national cuisine, see the main sights of the city of Almaty and also buy useful gifts for your relatives and friends in memory of the city of Almaty and Kazakhstan. If you want to visit the city of Almaty and its main attractions, learn about the traditions, culture and history of the Kazakh people and taste the national cuisine, then this full-day tour is for you.
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Beautiful sights and museums in Almaty in one day
5 to 6 hours
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On this tour you will enjoy an authentic theatrical show program, which is an acquaintance with the customs and traditions of the Kazakh people in a specially created ethnographic village, located in a picturesque place at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains. In the program, the guests will be acquainted with the life of nomads, with a national dwelling of Kazakhs - yurt, will enjoy master class on cooking Baursaks - a traditional flour product, cleaning and whipping wool, show with horses and horseback-riding. Then you will have a delicious lunch of the national Kazakh dishes. At the end of the program, you will be given an archery master class - the skill possessed by the nomadic Kazakhs. You will also be able to try your hand at horseback and take a short ride on one of the horses.
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Kazakh Ethno-Village Tour
6 to 7 hours
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You will see ancient writings on the rocks, made since the Bronze Age. These are the most interesting petroglyphs in Kazakhstan and were included in the UNESCO list because they were preserved in good quality. This tour is intended for history lovers who want to see rock carvings of various eras, starting from the Bronze Age.
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Petroglyphs of Tanbaly UNESCO World Heritage Site
6 hours
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Experience the best of Almaty in one unforgettable day! Ride the cable car to 3,200 meters at the Shymbulak Ski Resort and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of snow-capped peaks and the city below. Explore the city’s top landmarks — Republic Square, Zenkov Cathedral, and the bustling Green Bazaar — after returning from the majestic Tien Shan Mountains. Immerse yourself in the true spirit of Kazakhstan! Taste traditional Kazakh dishes, sample kumis (fermented horse milk), and buy pure mountain honey at the lively Green Bazaar. Your friendly tour guide will share captivating stories and insights, helping you discover the real soul of Almaty — a perfect blend of culture, nature, and flavor.
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Almaty city & Shymbulak tour
9 hours
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Unique tour to feel the history of ancient Kazakhstan. Tamgaly is a petroglyph site in Zhetysu, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. The majority of the 5000 petroglyphs are in the main canyon, but there are many in the side canyons. The petroglyphs are mostly Bronze Age, but in some cases have been overlaid with Medieval or later etchings. There are even some petroglyphs from the Iron Age.
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1 Day Tour: Tamgaly Petroglyphs
10 to 12 hours
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Begin an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Charyn Canyon and Kolsay Lakes with our exclusive private tour, designed exclusively for you, whether you’re traveling with family or group of friends. Travel in a comfortable vehicle with a personal guide fluent in English and Russian, ensuring an engaging and informative experience. Your guide will take you to the best spots with stunning views and great photo opportunities. • Flexible Itinerary: Customize your journey to your preferences, with the freedom to make stops, take photos, and explore at your own pace. • Comfort and Safety: Relax in a modern vehicle driven by an experienced professional, ensuring a smooth and secure trip. • Additional Options: Enhance your adventure with options like horseback riding, traditional meals, or a boat ride on the lake. Discover the unique natural beauty of Kazakhstan’s and create memories that will last a lifetime by booking your private tour now.
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Private Day Tour to Charyn and Kolsai
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