What to do and see in Kazakhstan, Kazakhstan: The Best Private Tours

March 6, 2022 Oliva Fomby

Kazakhstan (Kazakh: Қазақстан, translit. Qazaqstan, IPA: [qɑzɑqˈstɑn] ( listen); Russian: Казахстан, IPA: [kəzɐxˈstan]), officially the Republic of Kazakhstan (Kazakh: Қазақстан Республикасы, translit. Qazaqstan Respýblıkasy; Russian: Республика Казахстан, tr. Respublika Kazakhstan), is the world's largest landlocked country, and the ninth largest in the world, with an area of 2,724,900 square kilometres (1,052,100 sq mi). Kazakhstan is the dominant nation of Central Asia economically, generating 60% of the region's GDP, primarily through its oil/gas industry. It also has vast mineral resources. Some argue that Kazakhstan may be considered a European country because Kazakhstan's Western region is on the European continent and meets the Council of Europe's criteria for European inclusion.
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1. Charyn Canyon Private tour from Almaty, 1 day

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One-day trip to the Charyn Canyon - the most popular tour from Almaty, which takes you to the heart of wildlife. The scale of the canyon and the landscapes surrounding it make the trip to the Charyn Canyon unforgettable. During the tour We'll visit the "Moon" Canyon and the Bartogai Reservoir.

Inclusions: National Park fees, 1.5L of bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide/driver, Transport by air-conditioned private SUV or minivan, Hotel pickup and drop-off (centrally located accommodations)

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By Lau_Astana

I truly recommend SUV tour. Everything was well organized. The guide Chingiz was professional, friendly and flexible to our needs. Ww were not properly equipped for the long trekking and the guide proposed us an alternative itinerary which was amazing as well. We will come back to Almaty region to visit other beautiful places and we will use SUV tour again

2. Half-Day Tour ( 4-5 hours)

Baiterek Tower, Байтерек, Nur-Sultan 010000, Kazakhstan To-Go-In Astana
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The half-day tour is perfect for those with only a few hours available to spend to discover the city. Getting around the Astana city can be time-consuming and troublesome on your own, skip the hassle with To-Go-In Astana team. We will help you get an overall understanding of modern city culture by experiencing the combination of walk and drive through the whole city. The tour includes round-trip transport and entrance to the Bayterek Tower. It also takes you to the highlights, such as Khan Shatyr, Hazrat Sultan Mosque, Independence Square and etc. Overall, an guide bringing each destination to life, as wel as great pictures can be guaranteed!

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, All Fees and Taxes

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Reviewed By Aborg815

I’ll start off with my rocky start with a taxi driver scamming me even with knowing how much the average cost of a ride from the airport to my apartment would’ve been by using Yandex.Taxi and inDriver (the latter let’s you test before using) so what should’ve been a 500 Tenge ride on average at that time of night soon turned into 30,000 tenge. I said fine only because the taxi driver had said 5000 tenge and after flying for two days straight (time zones included) I just wanted to sleep in my apartment. However the taxi had someone follow us to make sure I paid more. However after my first few nights of talking to the locals and sight seeing I met one of Zhanel’s friends who introduced me to her. From the start she was very helpful and even helped me with the police about the taxi driver, I eventually got my money back due to Zhanel helping me. Zhanel has been very helpful and informative of the region and knows her stuff and history of the area. I had told her about wanting to visit Alzhir and she offered to take me there and give a history on the memorial. If you wish to have professional service, helpful and courteous people, but even people who you will for sure become friends with. I will definitely recommend coming back to Kazakhstan in general, but also to use this service ))

3. Group tour to Prohodnoe gorge. One day tour.

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Our excursions are interesting. We have several excursions. You will visit Tien Shan mountains and Tien Shan forest. During this excursion you will see beautiful Tien Shan mountains, you will go to waterfalls and breathe fresh mountain air in forest. It is enough to breathe 15 minutes and in your organism add vitamin C

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

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4. 4 Days "All inclusive program" city tour+lakes+Charyn canyon

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Unique all inclusive tour for guests of Almaty. During this tour you will explore all the beauties of Kazakhstan especially of Almaty city. You will try Kazakh traditional food and feel the atmosphere of Kazakh lifestyle.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, English speaking guide

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Reviewed By Kathy60

This tour was great! Chingiz and Askhat arranged for to take our whole family (6 adults and 2 kids) up to big Almaty Lake and to the falcon show. We also stopped for lunch on the trip up to the Lake. The location they selected was fantastic! Great food and wonderful conversation. Both our tour guides were very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip. The falcon show was wonderful and Chingiz made sure we all sat in the best spot in the bleachers, The grandkids loved the falcon show. Chingiz also took us on a tour of the falcon show facilities so we were able to see the birds and Kazakh dogs up close. We highly recommend Explore Kazakhstan!

5. 1 DAY Express tour: to Altyn Emel National park

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Comfortable 1 day tour for people who has short time and interested in oudoor and hiking tour! during 1 day you will see beautiful landscape and real Kazakh lifestyle!

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Bottled water, Snacks, Air-conditioned vehicle, English speaking guide

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Reviewed By Kathy60

This tour was great! Chingiz and Askhat arranged for to take our whole family (6 adults and 2 kids) up to big Almaty Lake and to the falcon show. We also stopped for lunch on the trip up to the Lake. The location they selected was fantastic! Great food and wonderful conversation. Both our tour guides were very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip. The falcon show was wonderful and Chingiz made sure we all sat in the best spot in the bleachers, The grandkids loved the falcon show. Chingiz also took us on a tour of the falcon show facilities so we were able to see the birds and Kazakh dogs up close. We highly recommend Explore Kazakhstan!

6. Almaty city tour & local wine tasting program

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If you want to try something new and know about food culture of Kazakh people its very convenient tour for you. During this tour you will try all local cuisine by visiting different kind of cafes and the main part of tour is tasting local wine. Moreover you will have a chance to visit main attractions of Almaty.

Inclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, English speaking guide

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Reviewed By Kathy60

This tour was great! Chingiz and Askhat arranged for to take our whole family (6 adults and 2 kids) up to big Almaty Lake and to the falcon show. We also stopped for lunch on the trip up to the Lake. The location they selected was fantastic! Great food and wonderful conversation. Both our tour guides were very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip. The falcon show was wonderful and Chingiz made sure we all sat in the best spot in the bleachers, The grandkids loved the falcon show. Chingiz also took us on a tour of the falcon show facilities so we were able to see the birds and Kazakh dogs up close. We highly recommend Explore Kazakhstan!

7. Altyn Emel. Singing dune. AkTau. 1 day tour

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During the tour you will: • Visit the sites at the ALTYN EMEL National park (included in the UNESCO Historical list) • See rare animals a like Kulan, Przewalski's horse • Visit the singing dunes, hiking to the top and enjoying the wonderful view of this ancient area • Enjoy stories about the history of the areas you will be visiting by your English-speaking guide • Travel to the Aktau Mountains, where you will see a world-renowned fossil field, where the well-preserved remains of ancient animals 25-30 million years old have been found. • See a 700-year-old willow;

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Reviewed By AlmatyTeacher

It is with pleasure and confidence that we recommend this two day tour by Gulzat of Qasia Tour. We appreciated how well this brief tour was organized. It was great to see three famous, beautiful sites (with plenty of time at each) with an overnight stay included in the price. The tour prices with this operator are reasonable, fitting easily into our our budget. We received a great value for our money. For us part of traveling, is how well we enjoy the trip, not just the sites. Gulzat's cheerful personality and big smile made the ride enjoyable, allowing us to a chance to relax and have fun. The tour was comfortable and clean. The driver was friendly and polite. Gulzat makes pays attention to each guest on the tour making them feel special and welcome. Make sure you get a chance to get acquainted with her and have your photo taken by her and with her. Enjoy your trip. Thank you Gulzat! Edward & Linda (from USA living in Almaty)

8. Issyk Lake Private Day Tour from Almaty

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This tour will take you to one of the most beautiful lakes of Ile Alatau also known for its tragic history. You'll learn about the archaeological sites of Saka culture and the history of the area where the trade caravans passed thousands of years ago.

Inclusions: Rent an all-wheel drive SUV, Fuel, Services of an English-speaking guide / driver, Meals according to the program, Entrance tickets to national parks, Tasting "Kurt" and "Kumys", 1.5 liters of water per person

Exclusions: International flights, Medical insurance, Personal expenses not indicated in the program, Visa support, Alcoholic drinks

Reviewed By Lau_Astana

I truly recommend SUV tour. Everything was well organized. The guide Chingiz was professional, friendly and flexible to our needs. Ww were not properly equipped for the long trekking and the guide proposed us an alternative itinerary which was amazing as well. We will come back to Almaty region to visit other beautiful places and we will use SUV tour again

9. Nur-Sultan Private Day Tour, Inclusive of Hotel Pickup & Entry Fees

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In order to understand this wonderful city you have to take a look at it through the prism of time. During this tour you will come back to the past, see the present and look into the future of the capital of modern Kazakhstan.

Inclusions: Bottled water, All Fees and Taxes, Professional guide, Private transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Lunch (available to purchase), Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By HKTraveling

I just want to say thank you to ACT for organizing an interesting, comfortable, convenience day trip for me to Burabai, hosted by the brilliant Genghis and our excellent driver Serge. I had one day to go sightseeing outside of Nur-Sultan and this package perfectly aligned with my schedule. Genghis was warm and friendly from the moment he picked me up at our meeting point. Serge whisked us away in a very comfortable and clean car to Burabai. I learned so much during my conversation with Genghis, got to see the awesome natural beauty of the magical green Burabai forest in the middle of the steppe, and made it home in time for a delicious dinner at a restaurant recommended by Genghis and Serge. The day wouldn't have been complete without picking up a delicious jar of honey at a roadside farmer's market. Thank you Genghis and Serge for an amazing day! Kate Liebelt

10. Korgalzhyn National Reserve Private Day Tour, Inclusive of Lunch & Hotel Pickup

ACT Kazakhstan

This full day guided tour to Korgalzhyn State Natural Reserve will be undoubtedly liked by nature lovers. Located at the crossroads of migration routes for migratory birds, the reserve is one of the key ornithological areas of international importance.  Korgalzhyn State Natural Reserve is the largest natural protected area in the country, the unique place on the entire territory of Central Asia. Tengiz-Korgalzhyn lakes are widely outspread in the midst of vast arid steppe. It is not only the most extensive water area, but also the one of the most unique places at the entire Eurasian continent. Diverse flora and fauna amazes and fascinates. On the islands of Tengiz lake there is the world's largest northernmost breeding population of relict species of flamingo, listed in the Red Book of Kazakhstan. In 2008 the territory of the reserve was included in the World Heritage List of UNESCO.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Professional guide, Private transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities (optional)

Reviewed By lejlam2307

It was rainy day and it could not be better day for sightseeing Nur Sultan. We had great guid, she explained us everything. And one day was enough to learn most important facts about Nur Sultan. Even weather conditions were terrible our driver was awesome! For sure if I come back in Kazahstan I will arrange tour with ACT. Thank You for everything!

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