
Golden Ring of ZhetysuЗолотое кольцо Жетысу
- from $660 per personот $660 за человека
- Hotel pick-up in AlmatyТрансфер от отеля в Алматы
Prefer your own dates? See the private tourХотите свои даты? Посмотрите частный тур
Five days from steppe to mountains: Altyn-Emel, Charyn, Kolsai and Kaindy.Пять дней от степи до гор: Алтын-Эмель, Чарын, Кольсай и Каинды.
1,500 km of open road and about 42 km on foot, from short viewpoint walks to longer day hikes.1 500 км дороги и около 42 км пешком, от коротких прогулок до длинных походов.
Evenings in village guest houses with home-style meals, early starts and sunset finishes.Вечера в сельских гостевых домах с домашней едой, ранние старты и закаты.
ItineraryПрограмма
Leave AlmatyВыезд из Алматы
Scenic drive to Basshi village, the Altyn-Emel park headquarters (255 km)Живописная дорога в село Басши, центр нацпарка Алтын-Эмель (255 км)
Check in at the park office and visit the Altyn-Emel visitor centerРегистрация в конторе парка и визит-центр Алтын-Эмеля
Lunch at a guest houseОбед в гостевом доме
Drive to the Aktau Mountains (70 km)Дорога к горам Актау (70 км)
A 7 km trek in the Aktau Mountains: the main canyon, a small canyon and a summitТреккинг 7 км в горах Актау: главный каньон, малый каньон и подъём на вершину
A 700-year-old willow tree, for photos (40 km)Ива возрастом 700 лет, фотостоп (40 км)
Check in at the guest houseЗаселение в гостевой дом
Dinner and overnightУжин и ночлег
Breakfast; drive to the Singing Dune (Aygaykum, 55 km)Завтрак, дорога к Поющему бархану (Айгайкум, 55 км)
Back to the guest house (55 km)Возвращение в гостевой дом (55 км)
LunchОбед
Drive to the Sculpture Valley (90 km)Дорога в Долину скульптур (90 км)
A 2 km walk in the valley, with time for photosПрогулка по долине 2 км и фото
Drive to Zharkent (30 km)Дорога в Жаркент (30 км)
The Zharkent MosqueЖаркентская мечеть
Dinner at a cafeУжин в кафе
Overnight at the hotelНочь в гостинице
BreakfastЗавтрак
Drive to Charyn CanyonДорога к Чарынскому каньону
Viewpoints 1 and 2: the Valley of Castles, with a short trek of 2 km each wayСмотровые 1 и 2: Долина замков, короткий треккинг по 2 км в одну сторону
Packed lunchОбед с собой
Viewpoint 3: Lunar CanyonСмотровая 3: Лунный каньон
Viewpoint 4: the Stone ShelfСмотровая 4: Каменная полка
Viewpoints 5 and 6: Napoleon and the Austrian viewpointСмотровые 5 и 6: Наполеон и Австрийская смотровая
Leave Charyn for Saty villageВыезд из Чарына в село Саты
The Black Canyon, part of the main Charyn River canyonЧёрный каньон, часть основного каньона реки Чарын
Check in at the guest house; dinnerЗаселение в гостевой дом, ужин
Overnight at the guest houseНочь в гостевом доме
Breakfast at the guest houseЗавтрак в гостевом доме
Drive to Saty Lake, the first Kolsai lake (15 km)Дорога к озеру Саты, первому Кольсаю (15 км)
Trek to Mynzhylky Lake (8 km, about 3 hours)Треккинг к озеру Мынжылкы (8 км, около 3 часов)
Arrive at Mynzhylky Lake, the second Kolsai lakeОзеро Мынжылкы, второй Кольсай
Packed lunchОбед с собой
Trek back to Saty Lake (8 km, about 3 hours)Обратно к озеру Саты (8 км, около 3 часов)
Drive to Saty village (15 km)Дорога в село Саты (15 км)
Dinner and overnightУжин и ночлег
Breakfast at the guest houseЗавтрак в гостевом доме
Drive to Kaindy Lake (15 km)Дорога к озеру Каинды (15 км)
Three spots at the lake: the shore, the viewpoint and the inflow of the Kaindy RiverТри точки на озере: берег, смотровая и впадение реки Каинды
Back to the guest houseВозвращение в гостевой дом
Lunch at the guest houseОбед в гостевом доме
Drive back to Almaty (295 km)Дорога в Алматы (295 км)
Arrive in AlmatyПрибытие в Алматы
Book your seatsЗабронируйте места
1. Choose your dates1. Выберите даты
2. Tickets2. Билеты
3. Booking summary3. Ваше бронирование
Where the road takes youКуда ведёт дорога
Point at a place on the map to see it.Наведите на место на карте, чтобы увидеть его.Tap a place on the map to see it.Нажмите на место на карте, чтобы увидеть его.
By roadНа машинеOn footПешкомReturn or transferОбратный путь или переездRoutes are shown approximately.Маршрут показан приблизительно.
Moments from this routeКадры с маршрута
Point at a photo to open it up, click to see it full screen.Наведите на фото, чтобы раскрыть его, нажмите для полного экрана.Swipe through the photos, tap one to see it full screen.Листайте фото, нажмите, чтобы открыть на весь экран.
What our travelers sayЧто говорят путешественники
Great tour with Damir in such beautiful location and some out of tourist area
We had an amazing 5-day trip in Kazakhstan, and it honestly exceeded our expectations. Every day brought something new and beautiful, with incredible contrasts in the landscapes - from wide open plains to lush green mountains and dramatic rocky scenery. We visited some tourist areas, but we also discovered places that were almost empty of tourists, following paths well known to local people. That made the experience feel even more authentic and special. Staying in a yurt was a real highlight for us, such a unique and authentic experience. We also loved how the trip was not just visually stunning, but also full of fascinating explanations from Damir that made us want to learn more about the country, its history, and its culture. And a special mention for Damir, who was absolutely fantastic - passionate, knowledgeable, and always so pleasant. This trip left us with wonderful memories and a real desire to come back.
Outstanding Experience with OUTFITTER KZ and Vladislav
Our family has traveled extensively, and we can honestly say this was one of the most memorable trips we have ever taken. A huge thank you to Vladislav from OUTFITTER KZ for organizing and guiding us through an incredible journey across Kazakhstan. Every aspect of the trip was perfectly planned and executed. From the stunning landscapes of Bestube Valley, Tuzkol, Tekes Valley, Kolsay Lake, Kaindy Lake, and Charyn Canyon to the wonderful accommodations, delicious meals, picnics in nature, and unique yurt experience, everything exceeded our expectations. The itinerary was thoughtfully designed, allowing us to enjoy the beauty of Kazakhstan without ever feeling rushed. What truly made the difference was Vladislav himself. He was professional, knowledgeable, punctual, friendly, and always attentive to every detail. His passion for Kazakhstan and its nature, culture, and history made every day more meaningful and enjoyable. Traveling with family can sometimes be challenging, but Vladislav made the entire experience comfortable, seamless, and stress-free. The vehicles were comfortable, the accommodations were excellent, the food was wonderful, and every recommendation he made turned out to be perfect. We always felt safe, well looked after, and welcomed. Kazakhstan is a breathtaking country, and thanks to Vladislav, we were able to experience it in the best possible way. We highly recommend OUTFITTER KZ to anyone looking for an authentic, well-organized, and unforgettable adventure in Kazakhstan. Thank you, Vladislav, for creating memories that our family will cherish for a lifetime. We hope to return and explore more of this beautiful country with you in the future.
Fantastic 5 day tour!
I've just returned from this 5 day tour and thoroughly recommend it. The tour was very easy so organise via WhatsApp and Maria always promptly responded to my questions. It's the first time I've ever done a private tour with just myself and a guide/driver, but it was a great way to see some of the beautiful sites outside Almaty. My guide, Vlad, was so knowledgeable, organised and just a fun person to tour with. The local guesthouses were all comfortable, and were able to provide delicious vegetarian food. Winter is not a popular time to visit Kazakhstan and I wasn't sure what to expect, but everywhere we visited was accessible with Vlad's excellent driving skills. And the tour was well paced, with a mixture of national parks, cultural sightseeing and one long hike. Don't hesitate to book a tour with Nomad Outfitter KZ!
Beautiful Kazak. best in autum
We did Golden Ring of Zhetysu tour with Sergey being our driver cum guide. best driver and guide we can ever hoped for. Beautifully designed itinerary. not too relaxed not too hectic and then kazak is very beautiful during autumn. just go for it. Totally worth the money spent. Always ask for Sergey to be your driver cum guide.
An unforgettable experience!
If you are looking for an unforgettable experience in the nature of Kazakhstan, look no further! I traveled to Kazakhstan at the end of October and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience that Nomad outfitters provided us. We did the 5 day "Golden Ring of Zhetysu" tour and we loved it. Our guide Yeldar was amazing, always super attentive and helpful. Driving was always very safe. I recommend the experience 100%!
Golden Ring of Zhetysu
I went on a 5-days solo trip, the "Golden Ring of Zhetysu", covering the Altyn-Emel NP, the Charyn Canyon and the Kolsay Lakes. I am very confident to say that KZ Outfitter is the best choice you can take, it was an amazing trip, everything I wanted to see was well covered. Ramil has been an excellent guide and Azamat a fantastic organizer answering quickly to all questions. Thank you guys, hope to see you soon again for a new adventure. Alessandro.
Great tour and outstanding customer service
I reached out to Nomad outfitters and other tour agencies a couple of months before my trip to kazakhstan in late September and early October. No one had any group tours I could join! Only Natalya was kind enough to reach out to me again when there were group tours available. Natalya was extremely helpful, organized, detailed, and communicated all the necessary details. She ensured everything on our 5 day Golden Ring of Zhetysu was seamless and problem free. Our guide, Ramil was professional, super accommodating, patient, and helpful. He showed us things not on the typical tour route. Definitely recommend this agency!
5 day trip around Almaty
We had a fantastic time with these guys. They are very friendly, speak good English and know all the best spots. Thank you very much Azamat and your team for the amazing trip!
Questions about this tourВопросы об этом туре
When is the best time for this tour?Когда лучше ехать в этот тур?
May to early October, when every part of the route is open, from the Altyn-Emel desert to the mountain lakes. June and September have the best balance of warm days and cool nights.С мая до начала октября, когда открыт весь маршрут, от пустыни Алтын-Эмель до горных озёр. В июне и сентябре лучший баланс тёплых дней и прохладных ночей.
How hard is the walking?Насколько сложные прогулки?
Moderate. The longest walk is the trek to Mynzhylky Lake, about 8 km each way. The Singing Dune climb is short but steep. Other days have walks of 2 to 7 km.Средние. Самая длинная прогулка: треккинг к озеру Мынжылкы, около 8 км в одну сторону. Подъём на Поющий бархан короткий, но крутой. В остальные дни прогулки от 2 до 7 км.
Is it suitable for children or older travelers?Подходит ли тур детям и пожилым путешественникам?
Yes for active families with children from about 10. Nights are in guest houses and a yurt camp, and the days are long but varied.Да, для активных семей с детьми примерно от 10 лет. Ночуем в гостевых домах и юртовом лагере, дни длинные, но разнообразные.
What should I wear and bring?Что надеть и взять с собой?
We recommend you bring:Рекомендуем взять с собой:
- Hiking shoes with a good gripТреккинговая обувь с хорошим сцеплением
- Sunglasses, a hat and sunscreenСолнцезащитные очки, головной убор и крем от солнца
- A warm layer, as mountain and steppe weather changes fastТёплая кофта: погода в горах и степи быстро меняется
- A light rain jacketЛёгкая непромокаемая куртка
- A change of clothes and toiletriesСмена одежды и туалетные принадлежности
- Cash for personal expensesНаличные на личные расходы
We provide drinking water on every tour.Питьевую воду мы даём в каждом туре.
Is this a private or shared tour?Это частный или групповой тур?
Private: only your group travels in the car, with your own guide. The price per person drops as your group grows, from $660 per person. Shared group departures on set dates are coming soon.Частный: в машине только ваша группа и ваш гид. Цена за человека снижается, когда группа больше, от $660 за человека. Скоро также появятся групповые выезды в определённые даты.
What if the weather is bad, or I need to cancel?Что будет при плохой погоде или если я отменю поездку?
Cancellation is free, whenever you cancel. You pay on the day of the tour, so there is nothing to lose. If snow, heavy rain or a road closure makes the route unsafe, we move you to another day or cancel at no cost.Отмена бесплатна в любое время. Оплата в день тура, так что вы ничего не теряете. Если снег, сильный дождь или закрытая дорога делают маршрут небезопасным, мы переносим поездку на другой день или отменяем её бесплатно.
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