• Shymbulak - On the journey to the mountains, the route will pass the renowned Medeu skating rink, the largest high-altitude ice rink globally, situated at 1,691 meters above sea level. From there, a cable car ride will take visitors to Shymbulak Ski Resort — the largest resort in Central Asia — offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.
• Kok-Tobe Hill - Standing at 1,130 meters above sea level, Kok-Tobe provides one of the finest panoramic views of Almaty. The park is filled with enjoyable attractions: playgrounds, a wishing fountain, a small zoo, and even a Beatles monument. Following this, guests will visit a Kazakh national restaurant with a panoramic view to savor traditional local cuisine.
• Park Named After Panfilov’s 28 Guardsmen - This memorial park, dedicated to the 28 Panfilov Guardsmen who fought in WWII, features monuments honoring soldiers from across the Soviet Union. It stands as one of Almaty’s most significant historical landmarks.
• Ascension Cathedral - Situated within Panfilov Park, this vibrant wooden Orthodox cathedral was constructed between 1903–1907 — without the use of a single nail. It is a true masterpiece of Almaty’s cultural and architectural heritage.
• Rakhat Candy Factory - The tour concludes with a sweet note — a visit to the Rakhat chocolate factory shop, where visitors can purchase local chocolates, candies, and biscuits to take home.

• Private transportation
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Entrance fees

• Meals

Hello and welcome to Almaty!

Meet Dulat, your guide for this exclusive city tour. During the warmer months, Dulat operates Cycling Almaty, a bike tour company, and when it’s not cycling season, he offers private city tours by car.

Before launching his own tours, Dulat gained international experience working with the UN, MSF, and in the diplomatic sector, providing him with a global outlook and extensive experience collaborating with people from diverse cultures. Almaty is his second home, and he is familiar with its hidden gems, stories, and flavors that go beyond the typical guidebooks.

On this tour, participants will experience the highlights of Almaty: from the world’s largest high-mountain skating rink, Medeu, and the picturesque Shymbulak ski resort, to breathtaking views from Kok-Tobe Hill. The tour includes historical exploration at Panfilov Park and the vibrant Ascension Cathedral, as well as an immersion into local life at the lively Green Bazaar.

This tour beautifully blends the city’s natural splendor, rich history, and genuine flavors, with flexibility to tailor the itinerary to your preferences.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.