Kazakhstan · MEDEU AND SHYMBULAK TOURS
A skating rink at seventeen hundred metres, a gondola climbing out of it to the ski runs above. These 15 cover the half days and the ones that fold in Kok Tobe and the city, with prices and what the cable car adds.
Spend a full day seeing Almaty from several angles: climb Medeu’s 842-step Health Staircase, ride the cable car to Shymbulak, visit Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral, shop at Green Bazaar and Rahat, then take in the city from Kok-Tobe. English and Russian guides include Alina, Dilnaz, Zhanna, and Zhibek.
“traffic jam and thick fog at shymbulak. despite that its a pleasant day trip.”
Spend 10 to 11 hours exploring Almaty, from the high-altitude Medeu rink and Shymbulak cable car to Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Green Bazaar, and Kok-Tobe. A small group of up to 15 travels by air-conditioned vehicle with guides such as Anel or Dilnaz.
“The tour is the definitely worth the price. Ms. Anel was such a terrific tour guide. She looked after all of us and was really trying her best to accommodate our needs. She kept on roaming around the tourist places checking on us every now anRead more”
Travel privately from Almaty to Medeu Skating Rink and Shymbulak Ski Resort with guide Nursultan or another professional local guide. Ride cable cars to 3,200 meters, enjoy mountain scenery, and get help arranging skiing if available. Pickup, transport, water, and entry fees are included.
“Get some solid clothing if it’s winter , try to book skiing lessons if Available. He helped us to book it .”
Travel from Almaty to Medeu with a private guide, climb the Stairs of Health to the dam, then ride cable cars to Shymbulak and its third station. Guide Miras is noted for his insight into Almaty, nature, and local life. The 7-hour trip includes transport, tickets, water, and pickup.
“We are a family of 3 with a 19 month old baby. We booked this tour for Sunday June 16th and no one showed up!! We tried contacting the tour operator the day before and nobody responded, nor did they try to contact us and tell us if there was any problem. Our money is GONE!”
Spend nine hours with an English-speaking guide and a small group of up to 15, riding the Shymbulak cable car to 3,200 meters before seeing Almaty’s cathedral, old center, Arbat, Green Bazaar, and Rakhat chocolate shop. Tim has guided some departures.
“The visit to the ski resort. Wine tasting was boring and long for those who don't drink. City tour could be done on your own.”
Spend eight hours with a private English-speaking guide exploring Shymbulak’s three cable-car levels, Medeu ice rink, Kok Tobe Park, and Zenkov’s Cathedral. Hotel pickup, drop-off, water, and guided sightseeing are included. Cable-car tickets and lunch cost extra.
“Highly recommend this tour! Being a private tour makes it easy and comfortable. In this tour you follow your own pace the guide is very good. You will not be rushed even you have a time to have lunch and guide will not rush you.”
See Almaty’s mountain setting and city center in one six-hour tour. Ride toward Shymbulak, visit Koktobe, walk through Panfilov Park, see Ascension Cathedral, and browse Green Bazaar. Guides such as Gulzhat, Lana, and Diana add local context. Lunch and the Shymbulak cable car cost extra.
“Kazia Tour made our trip unforgettable with their knowledge, organization, and friendly approach. Gulzat shared fascinating insights, took us to hidden gems, and handled everything smoothly. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a stress-free and enriching travel experience!”
Ride toward Shymbulak from Almaty, pause at Medeu, and take the cable car toward 3,200 meters for mountain air and wide views. An English-speaking guide, possibly Assem, adds city context before stops at Republic Square, Panfilov Park, Ascension Cathedral, and Green Bazaar. Cable car tickets and lunch cost extra.
“Good tour with small group. Guide was helpful. Only shymbulak and green Bazar to enjoy. Other places other itinerary are just other road like republic square, not really worth visiting”
Spend 6 to 8 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Aseem, Adam, or Yerkhin, visiting Medeu, Shymbulak, Ascension Cathedral, Panfilov Park, Green Bazaar, and Koktobe. Transport is included, while cable cars, the Koktobe shuttle, and lunch cost extra.
“We had a fantastic time travelling with Adam on this trip. His kindness, knowledge about all the places and flexibility, really impressed us. Keep up the good work.”
Join a 13-hour Almaty tour with guides such as Star or Anel, riding to Medeu and Shymbulak, then visiting the Central State Museum, Zenkov Cathedral, Green Bazaar, Rahat chocolate shop, and Koktobe. Transfers and admission are included, but lunch is at your own cost.
“This trip was excellent; very much recommended. Anel, our guide was very organized and the time spent in every area was just perfect.”
Join a private SUV tour from Almaty with a guide such as Eрасyl, visiting Shymbulak by cable car, Alma-Arasan Hot Springs, the Central Mosque, and Zenkov Cathedral. Expect about 9 to 10 hours, bottled water, included entrance fees, photo help, and lunch at your own cost.
“We had a wonderful time visiting these places. We rode the cable car up Shymbulak mountain and the view was breathtaking. Our informative and friendly guide who was also our driver cum photographer took very nice pictures of us. Read more”
Spend 6 to 8 hours with an English-speaking guide such as Adam or Yerkin, traveling by private car from Almaty to Medeu, Shymbulak, Kok Tobe, Ascension Cathedral, Panfilov Park, and the bazaar area. Mountain cable cars and Kok Tobe fees cost extra.
“I had a great to tour with Adam. Very professional and friendly. He will take care of you like a friend. He is very polite and humble. He has a very good knowledge on local history and places. Also he has very commendable English speaking skill. Will recommend to my contacts to book this tour again.”
Spend nine hours exploring Almaty’s mountain highlights with an English-speaking guide and private vehicle. Visit Medeu skating rink, ride cable cars to Shymbulak at 3,200 meters, then finish at Kok-Tobe Park. Pickup, bottled water, and both cable cars are included, while lunch is extra.
“We did see Shimbaluk and Medeu and Kok Tobe. The lifts to the mountains provided stunning views. But the driver was basically only a driver- an hour late; not prepared with tickets for Kok Tobe so we had to wait while he picked up the tickets. And unlike our other tours he didn’t give us any information.”
Join Viktor and a small group for a 6 to 7-hour hike from Shymbulak Ski Resort to Bogdanovich Glacier and Oktyabrskaya Cave. The 2-kilometer route includes cable-car access, helmets, poles, shoe spikes, and time for an outdoor lunch at high altitude.
“One of the best experiences ive ever had! Truly amazing. Viktor our guide was very helpful and helped us as beginners to hiking.”
Travel from Almaty into the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains with a private guide, visiting Medeu, riding Shymbulak’s cable car to 3,200 meters, relaxing at Big Almaty Lake, and watching falcons, eagles, and vultures at Sunkar. Nursultan is praised for attentive, flexible guiding.
“Nursultan was great and the trip was good overall! He was attentive and flexible. Give good suggestions!”
Pick a canyon, a lake, a ridge or a bazaar.
