Canyons & steppe Top pick
Charyn Canyon
The Valley of Castles, red canyon walls and a walk down to the rushing Charyn river.
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Private trips only — no strangers in your car
The Kazakhstan you want to see with your own eyes
Day trips and short tours from Almaty to turquoise lakes, canyons and mountain passes. We pick you up at your hotel, shape the route around you and bring you back in time for dinner.
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Hotel pick-up & drop-off
From any address in Almaty and back again.
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A guide in your language
English, Russian or Kazakh — just tell us when booking.
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Just your group
No shared tours: your pace, your stops.
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Flexible route
Want more time at the lake or an extra stop? Sure.
Routes
Pick your destination
Every tour is private: the car, driver and guide are for your group only.
Lakes Top pick
Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes
Kazakhstan’s two most famous mountain lakes in one day: spruce-lined shores and a sunken forest.
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Lakes
Big Almaty Lake
A turquoise lake at 2,511 metres — just an hour’s drive from the city.
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Lakes
Issyk Lake & Turgen Gorge
A mountain lake with a dramatic past and waterfalls in a spruce-filled gorge.
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Mountains
Assy Plateau
High-altitude pastures, nomad yurts and skies so clear they built an observatory here.
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Mountains
Medeu & Shymbulak
The legendary high-altitude skating rink and a cable car up to Talgar Pass at 3,163 metres.
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Canyons & steppe
Altyn-Emel: Singing Dune & Aktau Mountains
A two-day desert expedition: a humming dune and multicoloured chalk mountains.
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City
Almaty in a Day
A wooden cathedral, the Green Bazaar, Kok-Tobe hill and a city at the foot of the mountains.
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Book Calendar
Where to go, month by month
Green marks the best season; light means the trip is possible but weather or road conditions may vary.
| Tours | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Issyk Lake & Turgen Gorge | ||||||||||||
| Assy Plateau | ||||||||||||
| Medeu & Shymbulak | ||||||||||||
| Altyn-Emel: Singing Dune & Aktau Mountains | ||||||||||||
| Almaty in a Day |
Best time Possible Off season
How it works
From request to road trip in four steps
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Choose a tour
Or tell us what you would like to see — we will build a route around your dates.
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Send a request
Through the form, WhatsApp or Telegram — whatever suits you.
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Agree on details
Pick-up time, address, guide language, meals and price — all upfront, no surprises.
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Enjoy the ride
We pick you up on time. All that is left is the view.
Why us
A trip you don’t have to worry about
- Comfortable air-conditioned cars, 4×4 where the road demands it
- Drivers who know mountain roads and safe stops
- An honest price per group — no extra charges on the spot
- We handle national park tickets for you
- Photo stops wherever you like
- In touch before, during and after the trip
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I book a tour?
Send a request on the website or message us on WhatsApp/Telegram. We will reply, clarify the details and confirm your booking.
Where do tours start?
We pick you up from your hotel or any address in Almaty and bring you back.
Can we travel without a group?
Yes — all our tours are private. Only you and your companions will be in the car.
What is included in the price?
Transport, driver and guide, fuel. Exactly what is included in each tour is listed on its page.
Are the tours suitable for children and older travellers?
Most routes are. Tell us who is coming when you book and we will suggest an easier option.
What should I bring?
Comfortable shoes, a warm layer (mountains are cool even in summer), sunscreen, water and your passport — it is checked at national park entrances.
Can I change or cancel my booking?
Yes. Let us know as early as possible and we will move the date or cancel. Terms depend on the tour and are shared when you book.
Booking
Send a request — we reply within an hour
No commitment. We will clarify the details and send you the exact price.
Or message us directly