Tour activities: Walking | Hiking | Nature sightseeing
Tour options: GROUP | PRIVATE
Description
Discover the perfect mix of light adventure and breathtaking nature on this full-day tour from Almaty. Travel in comfort and enjoy a well-organized experience guided by a professional local expert.
Start your day with a refreshing hike through the scenic Turgen Gorge. Walk along a picturesque mountain trail surrounded by lush forests and panoramic views as you head toward the beautiful Bear Waterfall. At the end of the trail, enjoy the cool freshness of glacial water and the peaceful atmosphere of this place.
After the hike, continue to the stunning Issyk Lake, located at 1,756 meters above sea level in the Ili-Alatau mountains. The lake’s color changes from turquoise to deep blue depending on the season, creating a truly mesmerizing landscape. Take time to relax, walk along the shore, capture unforgettable photos, and enjoy the calm beauty of the mountains.
This tour is perfect for travelers looking to experience Kazakhstan’s nature in one day, combining an easy hike, fresh mountain air, and iconic scenic views.
Tour area on the map
ITINERARY
08:30 - 09:00 Pick-up and departure from Almaty (Exact pick-up time will be informed a day before the tour)
Issyk Lake, enjoying the scenery, walking, photographing
Departure from the Lake
Way back to the city
18:00 - 18:30 Drop-off in Almaty
⚠️ [Visits to any of the tour sites may be canceled and their order changed due to the change of seasons, weather conditions and other circumstances beyond our control]
PHOTOS OF OUR TOURISTS
REVIEWS
OPTIONS & PRICES
GROUP tour
(shared basis)
⭕ Tour language: English ⭕ Meeting/pickup points (see here) ⭕ Available dates (see here)
✅ Modern & comfortable bus/minibus with AC
✅ English-speaking tour guide
✅ Bottled water
✅ National park admission
❌ Lunch is not included (provided at a local cafe by menu)
REGULAR PRICE per person
Adult/Youth (13-70) - $32 Children (3-12) - $25 Children under 3 y.o. are not allowed on the tour
% SPECIAL OFFER %
⭕ Instant DISCOUNT 5%
PRIVATE tour
Only one group of tourists participates without other people
✅ Hotel pick-up/drop-off
✅ Comfortable minivan/minibus
✅ English-speaking tour guide
✅ Bottled water
✅ National park and museum admissions
❌ Lunch is not included (provided at a local cafe by menu)
Number of people
2
3
4 - 5
6 - 8
9 - 15
TOTAL PRICE
$255
$260
$265
$290 - $300
$350 - $380
⚠️ [If you are more people, contact us and we will make an individual calculation for you]
IMPORTANT INFO
REQUIRED FITNESS LEVEL: Moderate (almost everyone can participate)
WE RECOMMEND TO TAKE WITH YOU: weather/season-appropriate outerwear, head cover, sport shoes or hiking boots.
PRECAUTION:
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems, high/low blood pressure; • Not recommended for pregnant women; • Not recommended for travelers who can not withstand long walks.
GROUP TOUR SCHEDULE 2023
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Small groups of 5-15 tourists
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Perfect for couples and solo travelers
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Enjoying the trip, having fun and meeting new people
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Budget savings and more travel
GROUP TOUR BOOKING
[Here you can book your place on a group tour by yourself specifying the number of people and selecting an available tour date]
PRIVATE TOUR BOOKING
[Here you can submit a request to book a private tour. We will try to respond to you within 24 hours]
BOOKING TERMS
PAYMENT TERMS
A 50-$100 deposit is required to confirm a private tour booking.
A 15-50% deposit is required to confirm a group tour booking.
The exact deposit amount depends on the selected tour/option and the number of travelers in the booking.
The remaining balance is paid at the start of the tour.
CANCELLATION POLICY
PRIVATE TOURS
Customers may change or cancel their booking up to 72 hours before the tour start time. After this time, no changes or cancellations are possible.
Change or cancellation of a Comfort Option booking may incur additional fees.
The deposit is non-refundable as it covers booking administration, reservation costs, and the time reserved exclusively for your tour.
GROUP TOURS
Customers may change or cancel their booking up to 24 hours before the tour start time and receive a deposit refund. After this time, no changes, cancellations, or refunds are possible.
Late arrival or no-show by the customer may result in cancellation of the booking without a refund.
Group tours require a minimum number of participants and suitable weather conditions. If these requirements are not met, the tour may be canceled no later than 48 hours before the start, and customers will be offered an alternative date/tour or a deposit refund.
FORCE MAJEURE
Any tour or booking may be canceled due to force majeure circumstances (extreme weather, road closures, natural disasters, government restrictions, flight cancellations, etc.). In such cases, customers will receive a deposit refund or the option to reschedule the tour.
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