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All the best excursions in Almaty and all region

Almaty is rich in unique natural and cultural attractions. But how do you choose which to visit first and which will be most memorable?
Popular tours:
1. Almaty City Tours
Want to visit all the city's main attractions? Then this tour is for you!
  • Medeo, the world's largest ski rink
  • Shymbulak, a high-altitude ski resort with its snowy slopes
  • Panfilov Street, a pedestrian street, is a hub of youth life
  • Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen - a historical center home to such landmarks as the Ascension Cathedral, the Glory Memorial, and the Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
  • Green Bazaar - one of the oldest markets with fresh produce, souvenirs, jewelry, and clothing
You can also visit:
  • First President's Park - one of the largest and most popular parks in the city
  • National Central Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, which showcases the history of all of Kazakhstan
  • Kok-Tobe - green hills offering stunning panoramic views of the city
2. What to see within an hour's drive from the city:
Nearest routes to natural sites in the Almaty region
  • Big Almaty Lake - a high-mountain lake surrounded by mountain peaks in the Zailiysky Alatau.
  • Lake Issyk
  • Turgen Waterfall - Bear Waterfall.
  • Assy Plateau - an alpine zhailau with an attractive observatory.
3. Natural attractions:
Multi-day tours for those who appreciate the outdoors
  • Charyn Canyon - amazing chalk deposits dating back over a million years. A natural monument of sedimentary rocks dating back over a million years.
  • Kolsai Lakes - three high-mountain lakes captivating with their deep blue color.
  • Lake Kaiyndy - a unique lake with submerged spruce trees.
  • Altyn-Emel - National Park, home to the popular Singing Dune and the chalk mountains of Aktau.
4. Unique tours around Almaty based on your interests:
  • Ethnic tour – a tour to an ethno village where you'll learn about the cultural characteristics of the Kazakh people.
  • Gastronomic tour – get to know the city through the flavor combinations of Kazakh dishes and delicacies.
  • Hiking tours
  • Explore the region's history through the millennia-old petroglyphs of Tamgaly-Tas
  • Try horseback riding
To find the perfect tour, write to us and we'll help you make your trip unforgettable and hassle-free!
2026-10-13 18:50