Private Tour
Almaty: Jeep Private Huns Ethno Village & Issyk Lake Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
At 10:00 AM, hotel pick-up by comfortable jeep or SUV. Drive to Huns Ethno Village takes about 1 hour.
From 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM: cultural program including the traditional “Shashu” ceremony, baursak-making masterclass with tea, introduction to nomadic life, “Besikke Salu” ceremony, equestrian show, and photos with horses (short queues possible).
Buffet lunch with traditional Kazakh dishes, followed by an archery masterclass.
Then transfer to Issyk Lake (about 1 hour). Walk along the shore and optional light trekking. Return to Almaty (about 2 hours). Arrival at the hotel around 7:00 PM.
All entrance fees and activities included — no hidden costs. Feel free to ask your guide to take photos.
Guides speak English, Russian, Chinese, and Spanish — please indicate your preferred language when booking. Customized tours across Kazakhstan available upon request.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Start your journey with a visit to Huns Ethno Village, where you’ll be greeted with the traditional “shashu” ceremony. Dive into hands-on experiences like learning how to prepare Kazakh delicacies in a cooking masterclass and watching a thrilling horse show performed by skilled riders. Explore traditional yurts, try your hand at archery, and get a real taste of nomadic life.
Lake Issyk
Afterward, continue to the serene Issyk Lake, nestled in the mountains of the Ili Alatau. Take in the stunning views as you walk along the lake’s shore, surrounded by the peaceful natural beauty of pine-covered peaks and clear waters. Enjoy your time while admiring the scenery and, if desired, take a gentle hike around the area to fully absorb the calm atmosphere of this historical site.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Scenic journey to Issyk Lake
Cooking masterclass
Horse-riding show
Lunch
Coffee and/or Tea
Traditional Kazakh ceremonies
Bottled water
Dinner
WiFi on board
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Hotel Kazakhstan
Dostyk Ave., 52/2, Almaty Kazakhstan
The Ritz-carlton, Almaty
Esentai Tower, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue, 77/7 Al Farabi Avenue Almaty Kazakhstan
Sadu Hotel Almaty, A Member Of Radisson Individuals
Al-Farabi Avenue 128/7 Almaty Kazakhstan
Almaty Airport
Almaty Kazakhstan
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Almaty: Jeep Private Huns Ethno Village & Issyk Lake Day Tour
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Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommend it for anyone visiting Almaty!
alexgJ969PZ,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day on the huns ethno village and issyk lake! Our guide was friendly and full of interesting stories. Visiting the ethno village was fascinating, and the views at issyk lake were absolutely breathtaking. The tour was well-organized, comfortable, and gave us plenty of time for photos and exploring. Highly recommend it for anyone visiting Almaty!
Rakhmet!
agent kukuruka,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing day on the Issyk lake and Ethno village tour! The ethno village was fascinating - we watched a traditional horse-riding show, joined a baursak cooking class, and learned about the newborn dedication ritual. There was a delicious lunch, and we even got to take photos on horseback!! Later, visiting Issyk lake was pure magic the calm waters, breathtaking mountain views, and fresh mountain air made it so relaxing and refreshing. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole day seamless and enjoyable. Highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to experience both culture and nature in one day! Thank you, guys, for showing us Kazakhstan in such an amazing way!Your people are wonderful! Rakhmet!
Thank you!
juliatJ7466GB,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thanks so much for such an unforgettable day! Nikita was super attentive, answered all our questions, and you could really tell he genuinely enjoys what he does. His car was very comfortable for the trip, and there was even a bottle of water for each of us, which was a nice touch. The service was amazing, we honestly didn’t have to worry about anything. Kazakhstan left a lasting impression on me, the ethno village was beautiful, and Issyk Lake was just stunning. Thank you!
Visited Funny village
135evanb,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Visited Gunny village and had a wonderful time. Due to border issues I wasn't able to visit Issyk but we visited a nice ski resort instead with a beautiful view
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