1 Day Express Tour: Issyk Lake, Assy Plateau & Turgen Gorge
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Wonderful 1 Day Express tour to the "Must visit" places in Kazakhstan.
During tour, you will see beautiful landscape and Kazakh village lifestyle! Moreover you will see best pastureland in Kazakhstan - Assy plateau!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Lake Issyk
Issyk lake is a picturesque, alpine lake surrounded by unusually beautiful nature of thick forests and spacious flower fields. The lake is located at an altitude of 1760 meters above sea level, in the Issyk gorge of Trans-Ili Alatau, about 70 km east of Almaty.
Plateau Assy
Assy plateau – which is located 100km to the east from Almaty: it is a huge valley at a height of 2100-2800m above sea level, about 40km long. The easiest way is from Turgen gorge over Asy pass. One of the beautiful valleys in Kazakhstan.
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1 Day Express Tour: Issyk Lake, Assy Plateau & Turgen Gorge
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Bottled water
English speaking guide
Lunch
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pickup points
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Itinerary was not followed but we were brought to somewhere better
Maps20376107121,Mar 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Both the plateau and Turgen Gorge were impassable because of avalanche risk. So instead, our tour guide brought us to Bartogay beach and then visited some local houses, which we enjoyed the experience very much.
The tour was good however...
Neha A,Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The tour was good however it is not explained properly. It is a private tour and there is decent amount of walking involved about 5km. 2.5km is trek to the waterfall and 2 km walk to the lake. Therefore, I would advise to wear proper shoes for the same. We did not have lunch, not sure if it was included or not. However, it is not refunded. The places visited are nice however, the lake looks bigger in the picture and so does the waterfall. Assy plateau is great!
Amazing tour, Amazing tour guide (Boris)
Gregory H,Sep 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00The Assy Plateau was a beautiful and truly unique experience. Our tour guide Boris was awesome and really made the experience special!!! !We loved the waterfall hike and Issyk. If you are in Almaty you should 100% do this tour!
Treat for the eyes - Kazakhastan
159rajeshj,Jun 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kazakasthan is really scenic and has diverse landscapes. Each site is unique and pleasing to the eyes. Natalia is best tour guide I have met so far, she is like a master of all trades, from driving in harsh terrains to being an expert of plants, soil and mountains. She made us feel comfortable as if we were traveling with a friend or family. Madi is extremely proactive and goes out of the way to support. Thanks and see you again Regards, Rajesh
We had a great experience...
Amy S,Mar 27, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience on our tour! Because of extensive snow and an avalanche across a road, we were not able to take the intended tour. However, our guide, Chingiz, adjusted our plans and we had a lovely time hiking near the Turgen River and spending time at the Shymbulak Ski Resort. We also had a wonderful lunch at a local restaurant, with our guide ordering a spread of local dishes. Would definitely recommend this tour group. Finally, I left my sweatshirt in the tour vehicle and Chingiz went out of his way to drop it off at my hotel later that week.
Bloody perfect 😍
Matthias L,Jun 16, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Don't miss out on visiting Assy plateau and Turgen gorge, it's absolutely wonderful. Watching large herds of horses and cattle roam over the verdant hills of the plateau was truly moving. Our driver was great too!
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