A seven-day tour of Almaty and its vicinities is a great opportunity to get acquainted with the diversity and flavor of Kazakhstan. A combination of sights of the modern metropolis and beauty of wildlife with the unique natural monuments make this tour unforgettable.
SUVtours team drew up a tour program in a way that makes sure every day is exciting and consists of as many forms of entertainment as possible. Learning about the Kazakh cuisine, traditions, history and culture, and exploring a landscape will be taking place on a daily basis.
The tour will perfectly suit travelers, who bought tickets to Almaty, and are not willing to spend time for organizing their leaisure activities on their own.
If you want to visit the most picturesque locations in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, the six-day tour "Golden Ring of Central Asia" will give you such an opportunity. Six days on an active tour will be filled with the most vivid impressions of incredible landscapes, natural wonders and the beauty of the mountains. Individual tour of the Almaty region and the southern coast of Issyk Kul. Embark on an emotional journey filled with new experiences from the life of nomads.
Kyrgyzstan is a country of high mountains and unique natural sites. From ancient times to the present day, nomads have moved from gorge to gorge over high, unspoilt mountain passes to the alpine pastures where they spend the summer enjoying the pure, clean air. Now you have the chance to explore the mountains, green gorges, and turquoise alpine lakes with them. Walk the same roads used by shepherds since ancient times. You will meet locals along the way and learn more about Kyrgyz culture and history.
This tour presents six main attractions of Almaty:
Medeu: Visit the highest and largest outdoor ice skating rink in the world. Although the stadium is currently closed, we can walk around it and, if we’re lucky, feed the squirrels.
Shymbulak: Take a cable car (cost not included) to the famous ski resort. Enjoy stunning views, explore three stops, and take pictures with the glacier. Horse riding is available (cost not included).
Ascension Cathedral is a stunning wooden cathedral, built in the early 20th century, is one of the world's tallest wooden buildings.
28 Panfilov’s Park: This historic park is named after the Panfilov Heroes.
Green Bazaar (Zelyony Bazaar): A bustling marketplace in the heart of Almaty. It’s a great place to experience the local culture and cuisine.
Koktobe: Visit Koktobe mountain, with attractions, souvenir shops, restaurants, and observation decks.
*Please note that entry tickets and lunch are not included; see the Exclusions notes for the prices.
Abdi travel provides safe and high-quality individual sightseeing tours in Almaty and Almaty region. Our mission is to show thousands of colors of Kazakh land, share a piece of national culture and tradition, to amaze and inspire the beauties of the endless lands
All our guides are certified UNWTO, we have comfortable SUV cars, play in traditional music instrument and fall in love in their job.
In one day you can visit the most beautiful places with Spectacular nature Charyn Canyon "little brother of Grand Canyon", Kolsay lake- pearl of Tyan Shan mountain and Kaindy lake- flooded forest. Incredible view,the most unusual, mysterious and inexplicable natural phenomena won't leave you indifferent.
Inspire yourself with the beauty of Kazakhstan nature.
Our hiking tour to Big Almaty Lake is more than just a trip — it’s a carefully crafted experience designed for comfort, connection, and unforgettable views.
Small Group, Big Experience
We keep our group size small — no more than 5 people — to ensure a personal and relaxed atmosphere. You’ll never feel rushed or lost in the crowd.
Certified Guide
Your safety and comfort are our top priorities. The tour is led by a certified, experienced guide who knows the trail, the region, and how to make your day both safe and enjoyable.
No Rushing, Just Enjoying
This isn’t a race. We move at a comfortable pace, allowing you to fully enjoy the stunning landscapes, take photos, and breathe in the fresh mountain air. Every step is meant to be savored.
Cozy Atmosphere
From warm tea and local sweets to friendly conversations and panoramic breaks — our tour feels more like a day out with good company than a formal excursion.
Do you want to see one of the most famous natural landmarks of Kazakhstan? Then this tour is for you. In our guests' opinion it's a #1 must-see place in Almaty.
During a tour you will:
- Drive along serpentine road and unspoiled nature in the forests of the Tien Shan mountains at the height of 2510m.
- Visit "Girl's tears" waterfall - small but very expressive;
- Be amazed by the snowy peaks surrounding the lake, reaching a heigth of more than 4000 meters.
We can also visit show with birds of pray (Apr-Oct, afternoon tour)
Recomendations:
- Please make sure to bring your passport on tour
- Warm clothes
High-altitude plateau goes along the river Assy to the east. Along the river Assy there are ancient burial mounds and rock carvings, which are one of the highest mountain clusters of petroglyphs in Kazakhstan. An observatory of astrophysics is built on the upper platform of the plateau, in which one of the world's largest telescopes is installed.
If you want to immerse yourself among unique historical and cultural monuments, walk among rare species of plants and animals, see the famous Singing dune, see the wonders of the Aktau and Katutau Mountains and visit a world-renowned paleontological field where the remains of ancient animals dated at 25-30 million years old were found, then this tour is for you!
You have two options for this tour:
Charyn Canyon (Valley of Castles) only – A shorter 8-9 hour trip.
Charyn Canyon + Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes – A full-day adventure lasting around 16 hours.
Option 1: Charyn Canyon (8-9 hours)
Explore the stunning Valley of Castles, the most famous part of Charyn Canyon. You can admire the breathtaking scenery from above or hike down for a closer look. If you prefer not to walk, shuttle buses are available inside the canyon for 1.5 USD per ride per person.
Option 2: Charyn Canyon + Kolsay & Kaindy Lakes (16 hours)
After exploring Charyn Canyon as described above, we’ll continue our journey:
Lunch in Saty village before heading to Kaindy Lake.
Travel to Kaindy Lake in a Soviet-era Bukhanka minibus. From the parking lot, you can:
Rent a horse (~13 USD, not included).
Take the shuttle bus and walk the final 600 meters.
Hike the full 2.5 km trail.
Next, visit Kolsay Lake, famous for its crystal-clear waters and stunning mountain views. Here, you can:
Charyn Canyon National Park is the most famous natural sight of Kazakhstan. We will visit its WELL-known part among the tourists called Valley of Castles because of its unordinary shape. Within the tour, you will observe “the Martian” views of the Charyn Canyon. The Castle Valley is also called a “small brother” of Grand Canyon in Colorado because of its similarity, although it is much smaller. On the way to Charyn Canyon we will visit road market in Baiseiyt village.
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!
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.
Walking Tour around Almaty gives you amazing opportunity to get acquaint with the atmosphere in a city and experience of local lifestyle. Listening to the stories, walking through the streets, feel yourself alive in this journey!
During the tour you will:
• see some of the most beautiful places in our region
• have an opportunity to see life in a village, and visit an open air market with local organic food.
• be escorted by our professional guide. He will tell you about all the sights, answer all your questions about the cultural and historical facts, and take photos or videos if you like. The guide will be responsible for your safety.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to bring your passport. It's checked by eco-park
ADDITIONAL REMARKS:
***warm clothes (the temperature in this mountain area is 5 degrees lower than in Almaty), comfortable shoes will make the walking more enjoyable.
***If you are vegetarian or have food allergies, please let us know so we can make allowances for this.
Hiking to the Bogdanovich Glacier is one of the best and most affordable ways to visit glaciers in 1 day from Almaty. Starting in the morning from the city, you reach an altitude of 3200 meters above sea level by cable car. This significantly reduces the approach time and allows you to move deeper into the glacier. The route is also available in winter - it is in the cold season that you can visit the ice cave, which has become popular in recent years - it is also called Oktyabrskaya.
Get inspired!
- Almaty is surrounded by mountains - if you are an active traveler and hiking enthusiast, do not miss the opportunity to find yourself at an altitude of 3500 meters surrounded by glaciers, in just 1 day
- We take care of your safe hike and smooth logistics: pick you up in the city, transfer you comfortably to Medeo and further to the pass. Professional mountain guide follows you all the day.
Come and enjoy Turgen mountain waterfalls. The cascade consists of few waterfalls which will amaze you with their pristine beauty.
Travelers from all over the world come to admire the turquoise waters of the Issyk Lake and the grandeur of Issyk Gorge. On the coast, you can have a picnic or go hiking to the sheer cliffs of the “Kremlin Wall” that surrounds the lake.
Right here, as a result of archaeological excavations on the banks of the Issyk River, the Saki warrior was found wearing an armor and golden clothes - the “Golden Man”.
We will drive along the former caravan route of the legendary Grate Silk Way with the views of Tian Shan mountains. We will get to know about the magic qualities of the Grate Steppe .
On the way we will make a photo stop at the archeological area with the ancient Saki burial mounts which are thousands of years old but still can tell us the stories about the grate nomadic civilization of the antique times and there you will learn the story of how the terrible tragedy brought Kazakh people to the discovery of their national symbol.
The third part of our journey takes us to the National park in the mountains where besides the stunning mountain views we will observe the sad ruins of the Soviet time resorts that witnessed one of the worst of natural disasters that happened in this area in July of 1963 that took many human lives and destroyed one of the wonders of this mountains. We will speak about the beauty and the danger of this place in the historical perspective.
The Charyn canyon is a breathtaking place in the Tian-Shan mountain branches, which origin dates back to the Neogene period. The unique monument of nature, which is often compared to the Grand Canyon in the United States, is located 200 kilometers from the city of Almaty. The landscape of the area is systematically changing, thanks to which the territory of the canyon was chosen by many representatives of flora and fauna, including individuals listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan. The most prominent and memorable places of the great gorge are the Valley of Castles, the Ash and Turang Groves, the Charyn River. The Eco Park operates on the territory of the Charyn canyon, where visitors can visit the mini-zoo, go on an off-road safari ride and quad bike, try a traditional Saka bath and have a tasty lunch at local cafes.
- will see from above the highest mountain skating ring in the world and will speak of its history
- will discuss the mud protection systems on the rivers near Almaty with the view of the first dam of this kind that saved the city in 1973 from a tremendous mud flow that was ready to ruin it.
- if the weather is clear (and its often clear in Almaty) we will get panoramic view of the whole city and far away steppes that start right behind Almaty
-Finely we will get to the altitude of 3200 m above the sea level and will admire the greatness of glaciers that seem to be at hand from the top point of the cable road. We will speak about the history of exploring of Tian-Shain and the peculiarities of this wonderful mountain chain.
- Upon your wish we can have a cup of tea or other traditional drink in authentic yurta-café with the view of Talgar gorge or if you prefer European style, there are plenty of restaurants at the second stop of the cable road – Shymbulak ski resort
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.
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
Altyn-Emel National Park is famous primarily for its unique natural sites, for which thousands of tourists from all over the world come here.
First of all, these are the Singing Dune and the chalk mountains of Aktau - the most famous natural monuments, which are original symbols of the Altyn-Emel Park.
The singing dune was formed as a result of geological changes in the Semirechye region. About 200 thousand years ago, part of the Ulken Kalkan (Big Kalkan) volcano shifted, forming the mountains known as Kishi Kalkan (Little Kalkan).
The sands that lay at the foot of the volcano were drawn into this new corridor, like a wind tunnel, by winds blowing from the southeast to the west-northwest, forming huge dunes about 10-12 thousand years ago.
The Big and Small Kalkan mountains surround the Singing Dune, thereby preserving its unchanged shape.
