Discovering 6 Stunning Sights on Private Tour of Charyn Canyon

Discovering 6 Stunning Sights on Private Tour of Charyn Canyon

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About This Tour in Almaty

Our tour programme is really unique, during one day guests visit 6 interesting, different locations in the canyons of Charyn River. In addition to walking inside the popular Castle Valley Canyon (Location # 1), we offer guests a visit to the observation deck, the view from the top of Castle Valley Canyon is a breathtaking view of the entire canyon (Location # 2). Next we visit Moon Canyon with a truly lunar, ethereal scale, the ground turns from a burgundy colour to a yellow hue (Location # 3). The next stop on the route is "Stone Shelf", a place with volcanic activity a million years ago (Location # 4). The "Napoleon" location includes an unforgettable view of the main canyon of the Charyn River and a huge amount of free space (Location # 5). The last point of the route is the "Austrian View" - the turns of the Charyn River take shape in the form of a giant snake, bordered by the green edge of an ancient tree - turanga (Location # 6).

Why Visit Almaty?

Almaty, Kazakhstan offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Almaty provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Almaty

You can reach Almaty, Kazakhstan by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Bottled water
  • Round-trip national park taxi fare inside the canyon
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance tickets of Charyn National Park
  • Parking Fees

What's Not Included

  • Lunch

Cancellation Policy

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

Additional Information

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 15 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

A one-day trip to Charyn River canyons, including... 12 hours

A one-day trip to Charyn River canyons, including trekking, visiting six unique, exciting locations. ITINERARY 07:30. Departure from Almaty city to Charyn canyons. 10:30. Arrival at the Valley of Castles canyon (Location # 1). Walking inside the canyon (2.5 km long). 11:30. Return to the canyon car park. Visit to the panorama overlooking "Castles Valley" from above (Location # 2). 13:00. Departure to the Moon Canyon (Location # 3). Short walk, lunch snack, photo session. 14:30. Departure to the Stone Shelf (Location # 4). 15:15. Entering the volcanic zone of the national park we make a 20-minute stop at a spectacular site overlooking the rocky part of the canyon. 16:00. Transfer to "Napoleon", the panoramic site (Location # 5). 16:30. Visit the final point of the trip - "the Austrian view" panoramic platform (Location # 6). 17:00. Departure to Almaty. 19:30. Arrival in Almaty.

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