Ultimate Almaty Day Tour

A fantastic option for a day-long adventure that involves discovering Almaty's most fascinating landmarks. This excursion allows you to explore the best attractions of Almaty and also takes you to an elevation of 2260 meters above sea level, providing a delightful experience amidst the breathtaking mountain landscapes.

  • Starting Point: Hotel Pickup (Almaty)
  • Available: Year-round, daily (except Monday) at 10:00 AM
  • Tour Duration: 7 Hours
  • Private Tour
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.

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Why Choose Us?
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7 Hours

Distance

70 km

66 km

4 km
Ultimate Almaty Day Tour
Starting Point: Hotel Pickup (Almaty)
Available: Year-round, daily (except Monday) at 10:00 AM
Tour Duration: 7 Hours
Private Tour
Participants with hypertension concerns are advised against taking part in this tour
Children aged 0-3 years old go for free, provided they do not occupy a separate seat. For children aged 4-11 years, a 20% discount applies

What's Included in the Price?

  • Transfers to and from your hotel and throughout the entire tour route in comfortable, air-conditioned transport
  • Services of a professional English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • A bottle of drinking water per person

Not Included:

  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses of tour participants
  • Any additional transfers
  • 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 (Almaty)

+7 (7172) 76-00-56 (Astana)

Essential items for your excursion:

  • Extra warm clothing, suitable for cooler temperatures than in the city
  • Comfortable, closed-toe shoes
  • A hat or cap to shield from the sun
  • Sunscreen
  • A personal first-aid kit

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, 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 24 hours* before its start, 50% of the total cost will be retained.
  • If you cancel less than 12 hours* before the tour 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.

Excursion Schedule

Itinerary
  • You will meet your guide at your hotel and board a comfortable car or minivan that will first take you to the Museum of Almaty.
  • Upon departing from the museum, you will take a brief pause to acquaint yourself with the architecture and history of the Abay Opera and Ballet Theatre. Following this, you will explore one of Almaty's oldest parks, the Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, home to the Ascension Cathedral – one of the world's most beautiful wooden buildings. Within the park, you will also encounter the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, accompanied by insightful narratives from the guide, and have the opportunity to appreciate the Museum of Folk Musical Instruments. The visit to the park will span approximately 40 minutes.
  • The following highlight is the Green Bazaar, a must-visit destination where resisting the temptation to shop is virtually impossible. This presents a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of an Eastern market, complete with vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and bustling crowds. Here, you can purchase local products and souvenirs, but be sure to engage in the art of bargaining. The market transactions are conducted in the local currency, tenge, so it's advisable to have some on hand. Following your shopping excursion, you can enjoy lunch at one of the numerous cafes or restaurants in the central part of the city.
  • Following lunch, the mountain segment of the tour begins with a journey to Medeu Gorge, situated at an elevation of 1690 meters (5545 ft) above sea level. This area is renowned for hosting the world's highest skating rink and a dam that safeguards the city from potential mudflows. A brief stroll offers you the opportunity to capture scenic mountain views, snap photographs, and savor the scent of fresh pine trees in the crisp mountain air.
  • From Medeu, you'll embark on a cable car journey to Shymbulak Ski Resort. After a scenic ride lasting approximately 20-25 minutes, you'll arrive at the resort's first level. Shymbulak is renowned for its mild climate, abundant sunny days, consistent winter snowfall, and stunning mountain ranges. There, you can walk and marvel at the breathtaking mountain peaks in the backdrop. Following this, you'll descend via the same cable car route and return to the city. Along the way, you'll be treated to a story explaining why Almaty is often called "the Apple City."
  • Your adventure extends to the summit of Kok-Tobe Hill, home to the Kok-Tobe TV Tower. At the hill's peak also lies a park offering a breathtaking panorama of the city and the Ile Alatau Mountains. The tour concludes with a brief cable car ride from the hilltop to the city center, followed by drop-off at your hotel.
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Itinerary
  • You will meet your guide at your hotel and board a comfortable car or minivan that will first take you to the Museum of Almaty.
  • Upon departing from the museum, you will take a brief pause to acquaint yourself with the architecture and history of the Abay Opera and Ballet Theatre. Following this, you will explore one of Almaty's oldest parks, the Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, home to the Ascension Cathedral – one of the world's most beautiful wooden buildings. Within the park, you will also encounter the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, accompanied by insightful narratives from the guide, and have the opportunity to appreciate the Museum of Folk Musical Instruments. The visit to the park will span approximately 40 minutes.
  • The following highlight is the Green Bazaar, a must-visit destination where resisting the temptation to shop is virtually impossible. This presents a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in the authentic atmosphere of an Eastern market, complete with vibrant colors, enticing aromas, and bustling crowds. Here, you can purchase local products and souvenirs, but be sure to engage in the art of bargaining. The market transactions are conducted in the local currency, tenge, so it's advisable to have some on hand. Following your shopping excursion, you can enjoy lunch at one of the numerous cafes or restaurants in the central part of the city.
  • Following lunch, the mountain segment of the tour begins with a journey to Medeu Gorge, situated at an elevation of 1690 meters (5545 ft) above sea level. This area is renowned for hosting the world's highest skating rink and a dam that safeguards the city from potential mudflows. A brief stroll offers you the opportunity to capture scenic mountain views, snap photographs, and savor the scent of fresh pine trees in the crisp mountain air.
  • From Medeu, you'll embark on a cable car journey to Shymbulak Ski Resort. After a scenic ride lasting approximately 20-25 minutes, you'll arrive at the resort's first level. Shymbulak is renowned for its mild climate, abundant sunny days, consistent winter snowfall, and stunning mountain ranges. There, you can walk and marvel at the breathtaking mountain peaks in the backdrop. Following this, you'll descend via the same cable car route and return to the city. Along the way, you'll be treated to a story explaining why Almaty is often called "the Apple City."
  • Your adventure extends to the summit of Kok-Tobe Hill, home to the Kok-Tobe TV Tower. At the hill's peak also lies a park offering a breathtaking panorama of the city and the Ile Alatau Mountains. The tour concludes with a brief cable car ride from the hilltop to the city center, followed by drop-off at your hotel.
Museum of Almaty
Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
Green Bazaar
Medeu Skating Rink
Shymbulak Ski Resort
Kok-Tobe Park and TV Tower
Museum of Almaty

The Museum of Almaty is an engaging museum equipped with multimedia resources. It will fascinate you with its extensive collections and a diverse array of ancient exhibits. It offers a brief yet thorough journey through the history of the region, spanning from the Silk Road to the present day.

Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen

The Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen commemorates the heroic act of 28 soldiers during World War II, specifically the Battle of Moscow. These soldiers, part of the 316th Rifle Division and led by Major Ivan Panfilov, valiantly defended their position against an overwhelmingly superior enemy force. Despite being vastly outnumbered and outgunned, they held their ground for 36 hours, fighting until they expended their last bullet and took their last breath.

Green Bazaar

Established in 1868, the Green Bazaar stands as one of Almaty's oldest markets. It continues to enjoy popularity, reminiscent of its late 19th-century status, and features a diverse selection of traditional Kazakhstani items and products. Notably, the market is renowned for offering the famous Almaty Aport apple.

Medeu Skating Rink

Perched at an elevation of 1690 meters (5545 ft) above sea level, the Medeu Skating Rink claims the title of the world's highest mountain skating rink, boasting the largest artificial ice field covering 10.5 thousand square meters. Embraced by majestic mountains and benefiting from the pristine mountain water used for ice, this rink has set the stage for more than 200 world records in speed skating. Widely recognized as the "factory of records," the Medeu Skating Rink is not limited to athletes; it extends a warm welcome to all skating enthusiasts. Adjacent to the rink is a mudflow protection dam, accessible via the "Health Ladder," a staircase comprising 842 steps.

Shymbulak Ski Resort

Nestled in the scenic gorge of the Ile Alatau Mountains, Shymbulak Ski Resort is just a 15-minute drive from the heart of Almaty. Established in 1954, it served as a training base for Soviet skiers from the mid-1950s onward, hosting championships of the USSR and Kazakhstan on its slopes. The resort comprises three levels, with the highest situated at an impressive altitude of 3200 meters above sea level.

Kok-Tobe Park and TV Tower

Situated in the heart of Almaty, Kok-Tobe Hill stands at an elevation of 1130 meters (3707 ft) above sea level. The summit can be reached via a winding road or a cable car, starting from the Palace of the Republic. At the hilltop, stands the renowned 372-meter TV tower, a distinctive symbol of the city and its tallest structure. Additionally, the Kok-Tobe Park awaits, providing the opportunity to revel in a spectacular city panorama from the dedicated observation deck, toss a coin into the apple-shaped fountain, pose with the Beatles monument, and peruse a shop featuring national souvenirs.

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Марина
24 april 2024, 01:39

10

Эти несколько часов демонстрировали красоту и мудрость казахского народа. Очень многое откликалось и останется на всю жизнь.
Казахстан – колоритный и красивый край. Берегите его и его культуру! С любовью с Украины

Lee
15 may 2023, 12:59

8

Thanks for helping through the unforgettable difficult time

Асельдеров Марат
05 january 2023, 19:36

9

Гид - добрейший, приятный, веселый, поддерживающий собеседник. В водителе понравилась харизматичность, доброжелательное отношение, профессионализм, внимательность. Состояние транспорта отличное. Впечатлило питание. В отеле не понравилось отсутствие дверей в туалетной комнате, отсутствие вентиляции

Junjie Guo
11 december 2022, 19:40

10

Service from tour guide and driver are exceptional and excellent. I will refer this tour program and tour company to anyone who would like to visit Kazakhstan, even I want to visit Kazakhstan for the second time in the future

Catrina Funk
25 october 2022, 22:48

9

Aidyam was great to work with. We had a miscommunication about start times but she responded immediately. The museum tour could have been better if we had an audio guide or museum curator to provide interesting details about what we were seeing. It was very cold and rainy at Shymbulak and taxis were difficult to obtain. Aidyam worked with others (driver, agency, locals at the site) to quickly get us available car.
The driver was timely and always had the car ready. Driver specifically asked if we were comfortable or would prefer a different car for longer drive next day

Balwant Singh
17 september 2022, 16:52

9

It was an excellent tour. We had only 24 hours in Almaty. But our guide Dilyara A. took us to all the interesting places. She explained everything in detail. She adjusted the tour according to our requirements. As a guide she was excellent. Driver and car were also very good.

Камила Айткулова
07 july 2022, 13:02

10

В июле 22 года мы заказали экскурсию по городу Алматы для наших гостей из России и Швейцарии. Все прошло на высшем уровне! Мы посмотрели главные достопримечательности города, посетили музей и зелёный базар. Особенно советуем посетить Музей Алматы. Перемещались мы на комфортабельном автобусе. Наш гид Диляра очень интересно рассказала гостям об истории нашего города, поделилась интересными фактами и постоянно держала контакт с гостями, узнавала у них откуда они и поддерживала разговор! Нашим гостям очень понравился тур! Спасибо огромное ещё раз за организацию и гибкость! Будем обязательно рекомендовать вас

Jennifer MacMahon
31 may 2022, 11:32

10

Dilyara was always cheerful, considerate and helpful and volunteered to help with some purchase, told us about rides in park. She never seemed in a hurry and talked about anything we asked about.
Dinner was delightful. The restaurant for local food was excellent, Dilyara's choices were good, it was fun to see the dances, the atmosphere was perfect.
Dilyara is a treasure, she is the best tour guide I've ever been with for 2 days. She is a wonderful ambassador for your city and country. Her willingness to share her insights about life in this area are appreciated. The mountain tour was great. We are so sorry we had to cut the tour to half day, it was our loss.
The park and monuments, church, all of it was remarkable. We appreciate how flexible Dilyara was willing to ask and make it possible for us to go inside the church which was incredibly beautiful.
Everything surpassed our expectations. We will tell others to come here. My husband, Russ loved this city and we can see why. Thank you!

Brian McMahon
31 may 2022, 11:31

10

Welcome.kz tours was the best! The manager was incredibly helpful in arranging every step of our trip and very responsive and helpful when our flight was canceled and we had to adjust our tour schedule. Our tour guide Dilyara was incredible. She was very knowledgeable and made us feel like we were getting a true insider view at Almaty. She was helpful in all details, making sure that we were comfortable and making sure to help us order food at restaurants. The recommendations for hotels and eating was great. They really went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and show such hospitality during our short stay. We look forward to returning to see more of the country some day! Highly recommend "Welcome.kz"!

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