Top Almaty Day Trips

Charyn Canyon Scheduled Group Day Tour

• If you have only one day for exploring Almaty outskirts and desire to see the one of the unique natural monuments of Kazakhstan – the day trip to Charyn Canyon is for you. Located in 190 km from Almaty the canyon leaves a lasting impression with its grand splendor and beauty. Driving through the rural area and visiting the local market will give a complete immersion in the culture of the Kazakh nation. The round-trip transportation from Almaty, a snack and bottled water is included on the 10-hours tour. 
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Big Almaty Lake Scheduled Group Tour

• This day trip to Big Almaty Lake is the convenient way to get out into the nature of Kazakhstan from Almaty city. Enjoy spectacular views of the high-altitude lake surrounded by forests, and a traditional Kazakh eagle hunting show. Make new friends and keep costs low on a group trip. This is a hassle-free trip as national park fees and transportation are all taken care of for you.
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Charyn Canyon Private Day Tour

• Visit one of the most spectacular natural spots near Almaty the easy way on this private day tour to the Charyn Canyon. As this is a tour just for you and your party, you can enjoy comfortable transportation and the full attention of your guide. Hike to the bottom of the canyon, see how the locals traditionally lived in yurts, and learn all about the culture and history of Kazakhstan from your local guide.
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Burabai Park Group Day Tour from Astana

• Discover the natural beauty of Kazakhstan with a full-day tour to the Burabai National Park. Learn about the history of this region from a local guide and see panoramic lake and mountain views. Visit popular destinations in the park including Khan’s Pass and Abylai Khan Glade. Explore at your own pace during free time to hike or walk along the lakeshore.
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Almaty Scheduled Group Tour with Green Bazaar

• This guided tour is perfect if you have only a short time in Almaty—or just want a broad introduction to the city. You'll visit the most important landmarks, including Zenkov Cathedral, and get a real taste of local life by exploring the bustling Green Bazaar.
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Almaty Scheduled Group Tour with Medeo Gorge

• Maximize time in Almaty with a half-day city tour. Join a local guide for a walk in the oldest city park and a visit to the outdoor skating rink at Medeo Gorge. See popular landmarks including Zenkov Cathedral and the Museum of Musical Instruments. Go for a ride on the Almaty cableway and admire city views from the top of Kok-Tobe hill.
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Korgalzhyn National Reserve Day Tour from Astana

• This full day guided tour to Korgalzhyn State Natural Reserve will be undoubtedly liked by nature lovers. Located at the crossroads of migration routes for migratory birds, the reserve is one of the key ornithological areas of international importance. Korgalzhyn State Natural Reserve is the largest natural protected area in the country, the unique place on the entire territory of Central Asia. Tengiz-Korgalzhyn lakes are widely outspread in the midst of vast arid steppe. It is not only the most extensive water area, but also the one of the most unique places at the entire Eurasian continent. Diverse flora and fauna amazes and fascinates. On the islands of Tengiz lake there is the world's largest northernmost breeding population of relict species of flamingo, listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan. In 2008 the territory of the reserve was included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO.
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Day trip to Magnificent Charyn Canyon

• Kazakhstanians compare the Charyn canyon with the Grand Canyon in the United States. And although the Charyn canyon is smaller in size to the Grand Canyon, but not inferior with its beauty and grandeur - fans of hiking and wildlife from all over the world come here.The Charyn Canyon is located 200 kilometers away from Almaty, near the border with China, on the territory of the Charyn National Natural Park. The canyon stretches for 154 kilometers along the Charyn River and is formed from sedimentary rocks which are 12 million years old.
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One day trip to Charyn Canyon

• This tour will give you the opportunity to see the steep dark rocks, peppered with cracks, caves, that remines the protective walls of medieval castles. The length of the Charyn canyon is 154 km. The canyon located in the the territory of the Charyn national park along the Charyn river. This is the greatest monument of nature, composed of sedimentary rocks, whose age is about 12 million years. The height of the steep mountains of the Charyn canyon reaches 150-300 m. It is also has been described as the Grand Canyon’s little brother.  
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1-day Tour to Charyn Canyon

• Duration: 1 dayThe Charyn Canyon is one of the unique natural monuments of Kazakhstan. The canyon is about 12 million years old and surprises with its vertical cliffs, calling to mind ancient castles created by wind, sun and rain. Travel from Almaty for a full-day tour to see Charyn Canyon, one of Kazakhstan's natural treasures. Upon arrival there will be a lot of opportunities to hike in spectacular “Valley of Castles” – most popular part of Charyn Canyon with an expert guideHighlights: • Informative, friendly and professional guide • See the canyon from different angles • Lunch is included
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Medeo and Big Almaty Lake Private Winter Tour

• Bright sun, fresh air, crispy snow and fantastic mountain scenery! Give yourself bright moments and unforgettable impressions taking this 5-hour winter tour through the mountain gorges around Almaty, including visit to the high-mountainous lake, charming by its beauty!
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Almaty Mountain Surroundings Scheduled Group Tour

• Experience the extraordinary mountain scenery in the close proximity to the city! You will see amazing places in surrounding mountains of Trans-Ili Alatau and reach an altitude of 2260 meters above sea level. Perfect tour, if you are time limited, have already explored the city and would love to see splendid outdoor sceneries.
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Tamgaly Petroglyphs Private Day Tour

• Do you want to feel yourself as an explorer of an ancient sanctuary with plenty of rock paintings? This tour route provides you an incomparable opportunity to visit the unique monuments of the past – Tamgaly petroglyphs – which is one of 5 cultural and natural monuments of Kazakhstan protected by UNESCO. For centuries the rocks of this canyon and narrow valley of Tamgaly retained value of the sanctuary - the place where ritual ceremonies were hold, magic rituals were performed, worship of the gods and the spirits of ancestors took place.
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