Express Tour "The Golden Ring" — A Circular Tour of the National Parks of the Almaty Region

08:00 — Meeting with the guide and departure

• The guide meets you at your hotel or apartments. Departure from the city in a comfortable vehicle towards the Kungei Alatau mountain range to the famous high-altitude lakes.

13:00 — Arrival at Lake Kolsai and lunch

• Meeting with the "pearl of the Tien Shan." A walk to the upper viewing platforms, offering a stunning panoramic view of the lake surrounded by century-old Tien Shan spruces. Lunch in Saty village.

15:00 — Departure to Lake Kaindy

• Departure to one of the most mysterious and photogenic lakes in the world, known for its sunken coniferous forest.

16:00 — Arrival and excursion at Kaindy

• A walking tour along the picturesque eco-trails or a horseback ride (at the request of guests) to the panoramic viewpoints by the water. Time for rest, contemplation of mystical landscapes, and a unique photo session.

18:00 — Accommodation in Saty village

• Arrival in Saty village, checking into comfortable yurts. Time to rest after a busy day.

19:00 — Dinner

• A hearty hot dinner and a rest in the peace and quiet of the foothills await the guests.

07:30 — Breakfast

• Morning breakfast before a long journey, packing things, and preparing for departure.

08:00 — Departure to Charyn Canyon

• Departure to the famous Charyn Canyon. An exciting excursion awaits you: a 2 km walking route among the majestic cliffs of the "Valley of Castles" or an optional transfer by a local SUV at the request of guests.

14:00 — Lunch in Chundzha village

• A stop for lunch, during which guests will be able to taste distinct dishes of local and Uyghur cuisine.

16:30 — Arrival in Basshi village

• Entering the territory of the Altyn-Emel State National Nature Park, passing through registration points.

17:00 — Arrival at the Singing Barkhan

• Excursion to one of the 7 wonders of Kazakhstan. Climbing to the top of the giant sand dune, getting acquainted with its unique natural phenomenon, and witnessing an incredible steppe sunset with a view of the Ili River.

19:00 — Dinner and accommodation

• Dinner at the Aigai Kum hotel restaurant. Checking in, resting, and spending the night in comfortable conditions in the middle of the protected steppe.

07:30 — Breakfast

• Morning breakfast at the hotel, preparing for the departure to the Martian landscapes.

10:00 — Arrival at the Aktau Mountains

• Excursion through the multi-colored chalk Aktau Mountains, which millions of years ago were the bottom of an ancient ocean. Free time for walking among surreal paleontological reliefs of white, red, and orange colors. Along the way—a visit to the famous 700-year-old willow in the oasis.

13:30 — Lunch in Basshi

• Return to the village, a hearty lunch before the journey to the metropolis.

14:30 — Departure to Almaty

• The road back to the city passes through picturesque passes and steppe expanses.

18:00 — Arrival in Almaty

• Comfortable return to the city. The guide will deliver you directly to the doors of your hotel or apartments.