Charyn Canyon Day Tour: Experience Kazakhstan's Miniature Grand Canyon and the Valley of Castles
Almaty
Embark on a day tour of Charyn Canyon in Kazakhstan, a miniature version of the Grand Canyon. Explore the Valley of Castles, touch the rocks, and immerse yourself in the desert's natural beauty.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Charyn Canyon - Hello dear tourists. It is a bus tour to Charyn canyon. We gather all tourists at the starting point. That’s why our guide will pick up tourists from any hotels. Guide book taxi. You will pay for taxi and you together go to the starting point. If do not enough group the tour will not be. That’s why before book write to Whats App +77051234285 and ask quests
    The Charyn canyon has been described as the Grand Canyon’s junior brother.The Canyon itself is approximately 154 km long. 300 meters deep.One area of particular interest, is an area of 2km called the Valley of Castles, due to the pillars and rock formations. You will have opportunity to go down the stairs and see this unique place. You can touch to the rocks, take photos, feel nature of desert, made video, research rocks, plants, insects. You will go for a walk 2 km one way. It is easy to go down to the river where you will have a rest. If you hungry you may go to cafe and book food there or take lunch box when go the trip.
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Parking fees
What's Not Included
  • Snacks
Additional Information

The Charyn Canyon is often likened to a smaller version of the Grand Canyon. Spanning an impressive length of 154 km and plunging to depths of 300 meters, this Canyon is a sight to behold. A key attraction in this Canyon is a 2km stretch known as the Valley of Castles, named for its towering pillars and unique rock formations. Visitors are allowed to go down steep stairs to get a closer look at this fascinating spot. Immersing oneself in the desert ambiance, visitors are allowed to touch the rocks, take photos and videos, and explore the local flora, fauna and insect life. The trail covers a distance of 2km one way and features a descent to a riverside rest spot. For those feeling famished, a cafe is situated nearby for food or lunch boxes can be organized for trips. If the return walk to the bus parking is too exhausting, ecological taxis can be booked. Also worth noting is the Kok pek gorge located in the Almaty region, famed for its multi-colored mountains that resemble those found in American Texas. The road runs through these mountains, offering a chance to marvel at them up close. The Sogety, Bogety, and Toraygyr mountains are other notable features in this region.

  • It is mix tour in English language and Russian language. In tour can be 5 persons
Location
Ryskulova-Dzhangeldina
Ryskulov Avenue
Cancellation Policy

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

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