The Golden Ring of Zhetysu
- Best Places
4 days
ABOUT
Let's follow in the footsteps of Genghis Khan...
The history of the Zhetysu region dates back to the first millennium BCE – it was then that the first settlers, the Saka people, appeared here. Times changed, as did the names of the tribes inhabiting these lands - Usun, Turgesh, Karluks... Even the roads of Genghis Khan passed through here! What was it that attracted people to the Zhetysu region?
Of course, it was the unique natural conditions. Riches ranging from endless steppes to green fields with sapphire lakes: all this allowed these settlers to exist in the lands of Zhetysu.
So why not explore all these natural gifts yourself: the amazing "Valley of Castles", the mountain lakes of Kaindy and Kolsay, the unique "Singing Barkhan", and much more?
The history of the Zhetysu region dates back to the first millennium BCE – it was then that the first settlers, the Saka people, appeared here. Times changed, as did the names of the tribes inhabiting these lands - Usun, Turgesh, Karluks... Even the roads of Genghis Khan passed through here! What was it that attracted people to the Zhetysu region?
Of course, it was the unique natural conditions. Riches ranging from endless steppes to green fields with sapphire lakes: all this allowed these settlers to exist in the lands of Zhetysu.
So why not explore all these natural gifts yourself: the amazing "Valley of Castles", the mountain lakes of Kaindy and Kolsay, the unique "Singing Barkhan", and much more?
- Experienced guideAll of our drivers are great travelers and experienced guides
- All includedOur motto is "Your Journey, Our Commitment"
- SUVOur vehicles are always ready for all kinds of roads — even non-existent ones
- 4 daysStarts at 8:00
Ends at 19:00 - Horseback rideIt is possible to rent horses at Kaindy Lake (Extra)
- Medium-easyDifficulty level that suits everyone
Trip Schedule
The tour can be customized
06:30
06:30
Departure from the city
We will pick you up from any location
10:00 – 13:30
10:00 – 13:30
Aktau Mountains
Hike to one of the peaks through a scenic gorge; view of a martian landscape
13:30 – 14:30
13:30 – 14:30
Lunch break
Lunch will be discussed beforehand
14:30 – 15:30
14:30 – 15:30
Katutau Mountains
Visit to the volcanic mountains
15:30 – 16:30
15:30 – 16:30
700 y.o. Willow
We will touch one of the oldest trees in the Region
17:30-19:00
17:30-19:00
Ride to the guest house and dinner
Day 2
08:00
08:00
Breakfast
A great start of the day
9:30 – 11:00
9:30 – 11:00
Singing Barkhan
We will walk around and visit the very top of a highest Barkhan in Kazakhstan
11:00 – 12:00
11:00 – 12:00
Ride to the guest house
12:00 – 13:00
12:00 – 13:00
Lunch
We will eat some authentic cuisine prepared by the locals
13:00 – 15:30
13:00 – 15:30
Ride to the Charyn Canyon
15:30 – 18:00
15:30 – 18:00
Charyn Canyon
Walk around the Canyon
18:00 – 19:30
18:00 – 19:30
Ride to the guets house and dinner
Day 3
08:00
08:00
Breakfast
A great start of the day
9:00 – 9:30
9:00 – 9:30
Ride to the Kolsay Lake
A scenic road through the mountains
10:00 – 13:30
10:00 – 13:30
Hike to the Middle Kolsay
Horseback ride can be arranged (Extra)
Hike is optional, the location can be changed
Hike is optional, the location can be changed
13:30 – 14:30
13:30 – 14:30
Lunch
Packed lunch
14:30 – 18:00
14:30 – 18:00
Road to the Lower Kolsay
Free time to walk around the lake and ride a boat (Extra)
18:00 – 18:30
18:00 – 18:30
Ride to the guets house and dinner
Day 4
09:00
09:00
Breakfast
A great start of the day
10:00 – 11:00
10:00 – 11:00
Ride to the Kaindy Lake
You will see the joys of riding an SUV
11:00 – 12:30
11:00 – 12:30
Lake side walk
Horseback ride can be arranged (Extra)
13:00 – 14:00
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch
We will eat some authentic cuisine prepared by the locals
14:00 – 18:00
14:00 – 18:00
Ride home
We can make stops where you want
TOUR PRICES
Here you can choose your package.
- "Budget"
440000 tenges price includes:- SUV transfer for 4-6 pax
- Entrance fees in the National Parks
- Drinking water
- "Comfort"
- tenges price includes:- Guide-driver services
- SUV transfer for 4-6 pax
- Entrance fees in the National Parks
- Drinking water
- Guest house accommodation
- "Luxury"
- tenges price includes:- Guide-driver services
- SUV transfer for 4-6 pax
- Entrance fees in the National Parks
- Authentic lunch of your choice
- Drinking water
- Hotel accommodation
- Extras:
- Horse riding (6000tg per hour)
- Boat rent (8000tg per hour)
IMPORTANT THINGS:
Clothes
Please dress depending on the weather forecast.
We recommend comfortable walking shoes: hiking boots or sneakers.
We recommend comfortable walking shoes: hiking boots or sneakers.
Documents
Be sure to take your passport or a government ID.
Miscellaneous
SPF creams, medicine, and other individual things.
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ABOUT US
Our team sincerely believes that all journeys should be breathtaking, active, and unique. We organize hiking trips for all like-minded individuals, customizing the difficulty and experience for all needs. We are sure that our tours — crafted with love and care will bring you lots of joy!
We choose the most fascinating routes
Experienced travelers will take care of you
Find new places and people
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