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6 Days

Distance

980 km

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Difficulty: Moderate

Elevation Gain: 290-2100 meters a.s.l.

Private Tour

Age restriction: 4+

Ensure that you have a current and valid passport with you on the day of travel.

If you have any specific dietary requirements, please inform us at the time of booking so that we can make appropriate arrangements. Local cuisine typically includes lamb or beef, dough, and milk products.

Group Size: 1-10 people

What's Included in the Price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off; private transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation: 1 night in a hotel in Katon-Karagai, 1 night in a hotel in Ulken Naryn, 1 night in Klimov’s Manor, 1 night in the Lesnaya Polyana guesthouse, 1 night at a tourist base near Yazevoye Lake
Meals (lunch and dinner on Day 1, three meals on Days 2-5, breakfast and lunch on Day 6)
Services of a professional English-speaking guide
Environmental and entry fees

Not Included:

Personal expenses of tour participants
Accommodation in Ust-Kamenogorsk before/after the tour
Tickets to/from Ust-Kamenogorsk
Visa services and registration in Kazakhstan (if required)
Additional services not specified in the itinerary

Booking Procedure

Select the tour you want to book.
On the tour page, use the calendar to choose your desired date and the number of participants. Fill in your personal information and click the Buy Online button.
To secure your booking, you need to pay the full cost of the tour. For details on the online payment process, refer to the Purchase Instructions tab.
After payment, save your voucher and the electronic receipt containing your order details and payment information.

Alternative booking options:

You can also book a tour by contacting our managers and paying in cash or via bank transfer. To reach our managers, click the round button in the lower right corner of the screen or message us on WhatsApp at +7 (700) 348-00-00 (responses available in English).

Alternatively, you can call us at:

+7 (727) 326-96-16, +7 (702) 006-57-87, or +7 (7172) 76-00-56

Essential items for your tour:

Comfortable clothing (such as shorts, pants, leggings, a T-shirt, or a light long-sleeved sweater).
Waterproof Gore-Tex jacket and pants, windproof jacket, warm fleece jacket or Polartec jacket.
A cap or hat for sun protection + a warm hat or a beanie
Trekking boots or sneakers with hard soles and high lacing.
Change of shoes for camp (lightweight sneakers).
Several pairs of socks and a pair of warm socks.
Several sets of underwear.
Personal backpack.
Head torch with adjustable brightness and beam distance.
Water container or thermos.
Personal utensils.
Sunscreen.
Sunglasses.
A personal first aid kit.
Personal hygiene kit.
Insect repellent.
Sleeping bag (can be provided upon request)

Tour Pricing Options

The prices for this tour are based on the Standard tariff, which includes reliable tourist transport in good condition, the services of an experienced guide and driver, hotel stays, and meals.

In addition to the Standard tariff, we offer the following options:

Economy: We provide lower-class vehicles for transfers, and accommodations consist of more budget-friendly hotels and guesthouses. This option is ideal for tourists looking to minimize costs.

Note: Be cautious of companies that misrepresent their Economy tariff as Standard. These companies may offer lower-priced tours with poor service quality, such as outdated vehicles and inexperienced guides. They might also operate illegally and neglect essential safety standards.

Comfort: This option features high-comfort vehicles in excellent condition, with the most experienced guides accompanying tourists. Tourists stay in high-class hotels.
VIP: Luxury transport is provided, and guests stay in upscale hotels. Premium services are offered throughout the entire trip.

If you wish to adjust your tariff, please inform your manager before booking the tour.

For more information about our rates and transport options, refer to this section.

Purchase Instructions

Choose your desired date and fill in all required information. The total order amount will be displayed based on your selections.
Click the Buy Online button to be redirected to a secure payment page. Here, enter your bank card details to complete your payment.

We accept payments via Visa, MasterCard, and other electronic payment systems. The total amount will be charged in the national currency of Kazakhstan – tenge. The conversion to Kazakhstani tenge will occur at the official exchange rate set by the National Bank of Kazakhstan on the day of payment. You can view the current exchange rates for the Kazakhstani tenge against other currencies on this page.

Once your payment is successful, an electronic receipt with your order details and payment information will be sent to the email address you provided. Additionally, you can download and print a voucher for the paid service during your browser session. Please ensure you save this voucher.

For details about the payment service and the security measures for electronic transactions, refer to this page.

Why Choose Us?

Highly Qualified Staff
We invest over 300 hours each year in training our staff and guides to ensure top-notch service.

Charity
Our company contributes up to 1% of your service cost to support charitable causes and create a positive impact.

Guarantee
We guarantee the quality of our services. If we do not meet your expectations, we will refund your money.

Experience
With over 26,000 satisfied guests from 67 countries and 10,000+ tours completed, our experience speaks for itself.

Cancellation Policy:

If you cancel the tour less than 72 hours* before it starts or do not show up, 100% of the total cost will be retained.

*Please note that if a cancellation notice is received outside of our working hours (evening, night, or weekends) and our managers have not confirmed receipt of your cancellation or change request in writing, the company reserves the right to consider the request when business hours resume. Therefore, we encourage you to notify us of any changes or cancellations as early as possible.

During non-working hours, you can try to reach us through our duty phone, corporate email, or corporate messengers. Duty managers monitor these channels and can respond promptly. If you have the contact information for your guide, driver, or other responsible parties (often listed in your voucher), we recommend reaching out to them directly as well.

Tour Schedule

Day 1

Day 2

Day 3

Day 4

Day 5

Day 6

At 09:00, you will meet your guide at your hotel, board a comfortable off-road vehicle, and depart from Ust-Kamenogorsk for Zyryanovsk. After a brief tour of Zyryanovsk, we will continue our journey to Katon-Karagai village, stopping for a picnic lunch along the way. The scenic route offers plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the views. Upon arrival in Katon-Karagai, you will check into a hotel, enjoy dinner, and have time to rest.

The total distance covered on this day – 330 km (205 mi)

After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a short walk through the village center. You’ll stroll along the main square, learn about the writer who lived in Katon-Karagai, and visit the local market, where you can buy Altai honey, pine nuts, herbs, and more. After the walk, we'll drive to Klimov's Manor on the right bank of the Bukhtarma River, with a brief stop in the village of Chernovoye. Upon arrival at Klimov's Manor, enjoy a delicious lunch and rest.

The total distance covered on this day – 50 km (31 mi)
Overnight stay in Klimov's Manor

In the morning, we will set out on a hike to Yazevoye Lake. Traveling along the scenic right bank of the Bukhtarma River, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views and explore landmarks along the way. Our first stop is at a village, followed by a visit to the Berel Necropolis and its museum. During the museum tour, you’ll discover artifacts unearthed during excavations while the guide shares stories about the region's history.

Afterward, you'll enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch in a café. Following lunch, we'll visit archaeological sites before the journey leads us to Yazevoye Lake. Upon arrival, you’ll settle in at a tourist base. Then, you can choose to go fishing, relax in the sauna, or take in the stunning panorama of Mount Belukha.

The total distance covered on this day – 70 km (43 mi)
Overnight stay at a tourist base

Before dawn, we’ll take a short 2-kilometer walk to the opposite shore of Yazevoye Lake, where you can witness the breathtaking dawn panorama of Mount Belukha. After returning to camp and enjoying a hearty breakfast, we’ll set off for Uryl village, stopping along the way at Yazevyi Waterfall. Here, you’ll have time to explore and take in the beauty of the cascade.

Continuing the journey, we’ll make a stop in Berel village to visit a local bakery. From there, we’ll head to the village of Uryl, where you’ll enjoy a home-cooked lunch at a local family’s house. Later, we’ll arrive at the Yasnaya Polyana guest house, your accommodation for the night. Here, you can unwind with a sauna and dinner before spending the night in traditional hexagonal dwellings, inspired by the ancient Altai way of life.

The total distance covered on this day – 70 km (43 mi)
Overnight stay in the Lesnaya Polyana guest house

After breakfast, you'll enjoy an art therapy session with artist Andrey, whose creativity and skill have produced incredible masterpieces. Under his guidance, you'll create a special souvenir inspired by Altai culture to take home with you.

Then, we will head to Burkhat Pass, located along the Old Austrian Road. The pass offers a viewing platform and a gazebo for relaxation. We'll stop for a picnic, take in the views of the Bukhtarma River valley, and, if you're fortunate, enjoy wild raspberries and strawberries. After some rest, we will continue to Chingistai village to visit the museum of Oralkhan Bokeyev, the famous Kazakh writer. After visiting the museum, we will head to Katon-Karagai village, where you’ll explore the local market and shop for souvenirs. From there, the journey continues to Ulken-Naryn village, where you will check into a hotel, enjoy dinner, and rest for the night.

The total distance covered on this day – 150 km (93 mi)
Overnight stay in a hotel

After breakfast, we will head to the ferry crossing of Bukhtarma Reservoir, an experience in itself that is sure to leave lasting impressions. After crossing the reservoir, we will continue our journey. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the Ak-Baur Petroglyph Site, followed by a departure to Ust-Kamenogorsk. You can expect to arrive in the city by 10:00 PM. We will drop you off at your hotel, or at the airport or railway station.

The total distance covered on this day – 300 km (186 mi)

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Day 1

At 09:00, you will meet your guide at your hotel, board a comfortable off-road vehicle, and depart from Ust-Kamenogorsk for Zyryanovsk. After a brief tour of Zyryanovsk, we will continue our journey to Katon-Karagai village, stopping for a picnic lunch along the way. The scenic route offers plenty of opportunities to stop and take in the views. Upon arrival in Katon-Karagai, you will check into a hotel, enjoy dinner, and have time to rest.

The total distance covered on this day – 330 km (205 mi)

Day 2

After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a short walk through the village center. You’ll stroll along the main square, learn about the writer who lived in Katon-Karagai, and visit the local market, where you can buy Altai honey, pine nuts, herbs, and more. After the walk, we'll drive to Klimov's Manor on the right bank of the Bukhtarma River, with a brief stop in the village of Chernovoye. Upon arrival at Klimov's Manor, enjoy a delicious lunch and rest.

The total distance covered on this day – 50 km (31 mi)
Overnight stay in Klimov's Manor

Day 3

In the morning, we will set out on a hike to Yazevoye Lake. Traveling along the scenic right bank of the Bukhtarma River, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views and explore landmarks along the way. Our first stop is at a village, followed by a visit to the Berel Necropolis and its museum. During the museum tour, you’ll discover artifacts unearthed during excavations while the guide shares stories about the region's history.

Afterward, you'll enjoy a delicious home-cooked lunch in a café. Following lunch, we'll visit archaeological sites before the journey leads us to Yazevoye Lake. Upon arrival, you’ll settle in at a tourist base. Then, you can choose to go fishing, relax in the sauna, or take in the stunning panorama of Mount Belukha.

The total distance covered on this day – 70 km (43 mi)
Overnight stay at a tourist base

Day 4

Before dawn, we’ll take a short 2-kilometer walk to the opposite shore of Yazevoye Lake, where you can witness the breathtaking dawn panorama of Mount Belukha. After returning to camp and enjoying a hearty breakfast, we’ll set off for Uryl village, stopping along the way at Yazevyi Waterfall. Here, you’ll have time to explore and take in the beauty of the cascade.

Continuing the journey, we’ll make a stop in Berel village to visit a local bakery. From there, we’ll head to the village of Uryl, where you’ll enjoy a home-cooked lunch at a local family’s house. Later, we’ll arrive at the Yasnaya Polyana guest house, your accommodation for the night. Here, you can unwind with a sauna and dinner before spending the night in traditional hexagonal dwellings, inspired by the ancient Altai way of life.

The total distance covered on this day – 70 km (43 mi)
Overnight stay in the Lesnaya Polyana guest house

Day 5

After breakfast, you'll enjoy an art therapy session with artist Andrey, whose creativity and skill have produced incredible masterpieces. Under his guidance, you'll create a special souvenir inspired by Altai culture to take home with you.

Then, we will head to Burkhat Pass, located along the Old Austrian Road. The pass offers a viewing platform and a gazebo for relaxation. We'll stop for a picnic, take in the views of the Bukhtarma River valley, and, if you're fortunate, enjoy wild raspberries and strawberries. After some rest, we will continue to Chingistai village to visit the museum of Oralkhan Bokeyev, the famous Kazakh writer. After visiting the museum, we will head to Katon-Karagai village, where you’ll explore the local market and shop for souvenirs. From there, the journey continues to Ulken-Naryn village, where you will check into a hotel, enjoy dinner, and rest for the night.

The total distance covered on this day – 150 km (93 mi)
Overnight stay in a hotel

Day 6

After breakfast, we will head to the ferry crossing of Bukhtarma Reservoir, an experience in itself that is sure to leave lasting impressions. After crossing the reservoir, we will continue our journey. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the Ak-Baur Petroglyph Site, followed by a departure to Ust-Kamenogorsk. You can expect to arrive in the city by 10:00 PM. We will drop you off at your hotel, or at the airport or railway station.

The total distance covered on this day – 300 km (186 mi)

Katon-Karagai Village

Klimov’s Manor

Berel Necropolis

Yasnaya Polyana

Old Austrian Road

Ak-Baur Petroglyph Site

The village of Katon-Karagai was established during the Soviet era by merging two settlements: Katon-Karagai, founded in 1868, and Altai Village, founded in 1871, which were originally located two miles apart. Today, the two settlements are united as one. While the early 20th century marked a period of growth for Katon-Karagai, the early 21st century has seen a significant decline. Many houses are now reduced to grass-covered mounds, and numerous buildings lie in ruins, leaving a somber impression. Despite this, the surrounding natural beauty is breathtaking, attracting many tourists who stop by on their way to Katon-Karagai National Park.

Klimov’s Manor is a one-of-a-kind destination in the Kazakh part of Altai. It is now owned by Vera Klimova but the manor was originally established by her father, Pavel Klimov, who devoted his life to honey production. After Pavel’s passing in 2001, Vera took over the farm's management and not only continued the family’s beekeeping legacy but also expanded it extraordinarily. She created a unique guest house at the apiary, offering visitors the chance to sleep on specially designed beehives. This experience, known as apitherapy, is a wellness practice widely used in Russia.

The Berel Necropolis was discovered in 1865 when renowned archaeologist Vasiliy Radlov conducted the first excavations. However, the site gained widespread recognition in 1998 due to a remarkable discovery in one of its largest burial mounds. Archaeologists unearthed a royal tomb containing the remains of a ruler, his queen, and thirteen red horses adorned in ceremonial decorations, preserved for nearly two millennia. It is a unique structure, built to honor an individual who held the highest status within the nomadic Scythian tribes of the Altai region. Besides this tomb, the Berel burial ground comprises over 100 mounds from the early nomadic era.

Yasnaya Polyana is a guest house that defies easy description. It offers everything needed to fully immerse yourself in Altai culture, escape the hustle and bustle of urban life, and recharge with the surrounding beauty. The log cabins are handcrafted by the owners, with each detail reflecting their love and care for the guests. A traditional wood-burning stove adds to the rustic charm, complemented by numerous handmade furnishings created by the house's owner. The food at Yasnaya Polyana is simple, yet nourishing, following a village-style tradition. The menu features homemade local dairy products, meat, berries, and mushrooms. And, of course, there's fragrant herbal tea served from a samovar.

Starting in the village of Chingistai, the Old Austrian Road runs almost directly south, passing through the Burkhat Pass, Lake Markakol, and the Marble Pass, eventually reaching Terekty village near the Chinese border. It was built by prisoners of war from the former Austro-Hungarian Empire during World War I (1914-1920s). It played a strategic role in securing the borders of the Russian Empire, reducing the distance from Katon to Markakol by 90 km, compared to the 500 km alternative. Over two years, 300 prisoners constructed this road by hand under inhumane conditions. The exact number of those who died during the construction, or how many returned home or stayed in Kazakhstan, remains unknown.

The Ak-Baur Petroglyph Site is located 40 km from Ust-Kamenogorsk. At the base of Ak-Baur Hill, you'll find the grotto, which features a natural opening in its roof and rock images inside, created using red ochre. This color is not found in any other petroglyphs in Eastern Kazakhstan. The paintings depict animals and mountains. In many ancient cultures, mountains were revered as the abodes of local deities. They symbolized the center of the world, a sacred space where heaven and earth converge. The reverence for mountains played a foundational role in the development of early religious practices.

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