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"Golden Ring of Zhetysu: A Journey Through dunes, lakes and mountains"
5 days tour
Our most popular and action-packed tour covers the most fascinating natural, cultural, and historical attractions of the Zhetysu (Semirechye) region. This route has gained popularity thanks to its diverse landscapes, unique natural landmarks, and rich historical heritage. Over the course of five days, we will visit three national parks: “Altyn-Emel,” “Charyn,” and “Kolsay Lakes.”
Total distance covered in five days: 1,500 km
As part of this tour, we will visit:
Total distance covered in five days: 1,500 km
As part of this tour, we will visit:
- The most popular viewpoints of the Charyn Canyon (Valley of Castles and upper observation decks)
- Four hard-to-reach and rarely visited locations on the right bank of the Charyn Canyon
- Kolsay Lake
- Kaindy Lake
- The Singing Dune
- The Aktau Mountains
- The Katutau Mountains
- A 700-year-old willow tree
- The mosque in the city of Zharkent
Individual and group tours
Language:
English, Russian
English, Russian
Duration: 5 days
What included:
Transport: a specially prepared comfortable SUV
1.5 liters of water per person per day
Three meals a day
Entrance tickets to national parks
Accommodation in private rooms at guesthouses in the villages of Saty and Basshi, as well as in a hotel in the city of Zharkent.
Various options are available for consideration.
Various options are available for consideration.
Tour details
Charyn Canyon
Charyn Canyon is one of the most astonishing natural formations in Kazakhstan, located in the Almaty Region, 190 km from Almaty. This place is rightly called the "younger brother" of the Grand Canyon, leaving no traveler indifferent with its breathtaking beauty and uniqueness.
Charyn Canyon
Charyn Canyon is one of the most astonishing natural formations in Kazakhstan, located in the Almaty Region, 190 km from Almaty. This place is rightly called the "younger brother" of the Grand Canyon, leaving no traveler indifferent with its breathtaking beauty and uniqueness.
Снимки загадочного Чарына
Kolsay Lake
Kolsay Lake is one of the main natural attractions of Kazakhstan, located 300 km from Almaty at an altitude of 2,800 meters above sea level within the territory of the Kolsay National Park. This lake is famous for its picturesque nature, crystal-clear water, and stunning mountain landscapes.
Kolsay Lake is one of the main natural attractions of Kazakhstan, located 300 km from Almaty at an altitude of 2,800 meters above sea level within the territory of the Kolsay National Park. This lake is famous for its picturesque nature, crystal-clear water, and stunning mountain landscapes.
Снимки уникального Кольсай
Kaindy Lake
Kaindy Lake is a unique natural phenomenon located in Kazakhstan, in the mountainous region of the Zailiyskiy Alatau. The lake attracts travelers with its incredible beauty, unusual nature, and mysterious atmosphere.
Kaindy Lake is a unique natural phenomenon located in Kazakhstan, in the mountainous region of the Zailiyskiy Alatau. The lake attracts travelers with its incredible beauty, unusual nature, and mysterious atmosphere.
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Altyn-Emel is a unique national park in Kazakhstan, renowned for its rich nature, historical heritage, and stunning landscapes. The park is located in the Almaty region, nestled between the ridges of the Zhetysu Alatau and the Ili River.
The white Aktau Mountains are famous for their colorful sedimentary layers, dating back millions of years. Resembling Martian landscapes, they attract tourists and photographers alike.
The Katutau Mountains are ancient volcanic formations featuring peculiar shapes and remnants of lava flows. This area is perfect for hiking enthusiasts.
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The Singing Dune is one of the most famous natural wonders of Altyn-Emel. This sand dune stands about 150 meters high and stretches approximately 3 kilometers long. When the wind sweeps across its slopes, it produces sounds reminiscent of an organ.
The 700-Year-Old Willow, also known as the “Saxaul Willow” or “Ulken Agash” (translated as “The Big Tree”), is a unique natural monument and one of the park’s main attractions. The tree stands about 10 meters tall, with a trunk circumference of 3 meters. Its sprawling crown makes it an especially striking sight.
The 700-Year-Old Willow, also known as the “Saxaul Willow” or “Ulken Agash” (translated as “The Big Tree”), is a unique natural monument and one of the park’s main attractions. The tree stands about 10 meters tall, with a trunk circumference of 3 meters. Its sprawling crown makes it an especially striking sight.
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The Zharkent Mosque is a unique architectural monument located in the city of Zharkent, Almaty region, Kazakhstan. Known as the Zharkent Mosque, it is one of the most remarkable examples of 19th-century Central Asian architecture, blending traditions of Eastern, Chinese, and Islamic design.
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2-day tour Golden ring program
1 day
Altyn-Emel. Aktau and Katutau mountains, 700-year-old willow
Altyn-Emel. Aktau and Katutau mountains, 700-year-old willow
08:00 Departure to the "Altyn-Emel" National Park, Basshi village, ticket purchase, and registration.
12:30 Lunch at a café.
13:30 Departure to the Aktau Mountains.
15:00 Walk inside the canyons of the Aktau Mountains, climbing to the peaks.
18:00 Visit to the 700-year-old willow tree.
19:00 Check-in at the guesthouse and dinner.
12:30 Lunch at a café.
13:30 Departure to the Aktau Mountains.
15:00 Walk inside the canyons of the Aktau Mountains, climbing to the peaks.
18:00 Visit to the 700-year-old willow tree.
19:00 Check-in at the guesthouse and dinner.
2 day
Поющий Бархан, Долина скульптур, жаркентская мечеть-музей
Поющий Бархан, Долина скульптур, жаркентская мечеть-музей
08:00 Breakfast
08:30 Departure to the Singing Dune
12:00 Return to Basshi village. Lunch.
14:00 Departure to the Valley of Sculptures
15:30 Walk inside the Valley
17:00 Departure to Zharkent city
17:30 Visit to the Zharkent Mosque Museum
18:30 Dinner at a café
19:30 Check-in at the hotel
День 3
Sharyn canyon, 6 locations
Sharyn canyon, 6 locations
08:00 Breakfast. Departure to the "Charyn" National Park.
11:30 Arrival at the canyon "Valley of Castles."
14:00 Visit to the upper viewpoints.
15:00 Transfer to the Moon Canyon.
16:00 Travel to locations "Stone Shelf," "Napoleon," and "Austrian View."
18:00 Departure to Saty village ("Kolsay Lakes" National Park).
19:30 Check-in at the guesthouse. Dinner.
11:30 Arrival at the canyon "Valley of Castles."
14:00 Visit to the upper viewpoints.
15:00 Transfer to the Moon Canyon.
16:00 Travel to locations "Stone Shelf," "Napoleon," and "Austrian View."
18:00 Departure to Saty village ("Kolsay Lakes" National Park).
19:30 Check-in at the guesthouse. Dinner.
4 day
Kolsay 1 and Kolsay 2 lakes
Kolsay 1 and Kolsay 2 lakes
08:30 Breakfast
09:30 Arrival at Kolsay Lake 1, walk along the lake's shore
10:30 Trekking to Kolsay Lake 2 (approximately 3.5 hours at a moderate pace)
15:30 Return journey
18:00 Arrival back at the guesthouse in Saty village
09:30 Arrival at Kolsay Lake 1, walk along the lake's shore
10:30 Trekking to Kolsay Lake 2 (approximately 3.5 hours at a moderate pace)
15:30 Return journey
18:00 Arrival back at the guesthouse in Saty village
5 day
Kaindy lake
Kaindy lake
08:30 Завтрак
09:00 Выезд на озеро Кайынды
09:30 Прибытие на парковку. Трекинг до озера (~2 км).
Есть возможность взять лошадей или такси до озера (не включено в стоимость).
10:00 Посещение шести локаций вокруг озера (у берега, верхние смотровые, впадение реки в озеро) 2 часа
13:30 Возвращение в гостевой дом с остановкой на смотровой долины реки Чилик, обед
14:30 Выезд в Алматы с остановкой на смотровых Черного каньона
19.00 Приезд в город
Есть возможность сделать фото в национальных костюмах и беркутом на обоих озерах , взять в аренду катамаран на оз. Кольсай (не входит в стоимость)
09:00 Выезд на озеро Кайынды
09:30 Прибытие на парковку. Трекинг до озера (~2 км).
Есть возможность взять лошадей или такси до озера (не включено в стоимость).
10:00 Посещение шести локаций вокруг озера (у берега, верхние смотровые, впадение реки в озеро) 2 часа
13:30 Возвращение в гостевой дом с остановкой на смотровой долины реки Чилик, обед
14:30 Выезд в Алматы с остановкой на смотровых Черного каньона
19.00 Приезд в город
Есть возможность сделать фото в национальных костюмах и беркутом на обоих озерах , взять в аренду катамаран на оз. Кольсай (не входит в стоимость)
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