KAZAKHSTAN
Reviewed and ranked.
The 10 most popular city tours in Kazakhstan. What each trip covers, who runs it, and what you pay to book.
Joinme Asia’s Almaty day tour links mountain icons and city classics: Medeu rink, 842-step climb, Shymbulak cable car, Rahat chocolate and Kok-Tobe views.
Private full-day Astana tour with hotel pickup, key landmarks, museum time, lunch, and optional wine tasting, plus tickets for Bayterek and the museum.
“Tour was amazing. Zhalgas is friendly and knowledgeable and was a delight to spend the day with. Conversation was never boring, and I learned so much more than I would have trying to navigate around Astana by myself. This is how I would recommend immersing yourself in Kazakh culture, especially as a solo traveler. 1000/10.”
See Astana’s big landmarks lit up at night with a guide, hotel pickup, and a smart 4-hour route packed with stories and photo stops.
Bus tour through Almaty’s key sights plus a roundtrip cable car to Shymbulak, with mountain views and local walks.
“its all perfect thank you to our tour guide ms assem who has been very patience to us, she so perfect and very passionate with her job more than 100% satisfied here”
A full Almaty day tour with Medeu ice rink, Shymbulak mountains, Kok-Tobe views, Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, and Green Bazaar.
“We booked the tour at night for the next day morning but The tour operator did not connect with us at all. The tour operator did not show up at the pick up location. He did not even bothered to connect us, call us or reply us on app or reRead more”
A full-day private Almaty tour mixing mountains, major parks, a historic wooden cathedral, and local food and candy stops.
“Had a lovely day in Almaty with Assel! Saw the beautiful sites of the city and Assel knew all of the best spots for photos and souvenirs. Would highly recommend.”
See Astana’s top monuments in comfort on a 3-4 hour private tour with pickup, an English-speaking guide, and fast stops.
“Abzal was a fantastic guide, efficiently showing us the attractions of Astana. We really enjoyed the tour complimented by his enthusiasm and knowledge and would certainly recommend to anyone who visits Astana.”
Private Astana tour with certified English guide, lunch, and wine tasting. Grand Mosque, National Museum, Baiterek, Khan Shatyr in 8 hours.
A 2–3 hour Almaty walking tour hitting Panfilov Park, Zeleniy Bazaar, and Rakhat Lotte chocolate, with optional Kazakh food and wine.
“Excellent introduction to Almaty and Kazakhstan! Our guide Aika was very friendly and knowledgeable and answered our many questions about local culture and history. We also enjoyed trying fudge made from camel milk! Definitely recommended.”
Private Almaty tour for up to 4: Zenkov Cathedral, Green Bazaar, Panfilov Square, President’s Park, plus Medeu and Shymbulak mountains.
“Super great guide who brought a lot of time and had a lot to tell”
