Private Tour

Charyn Canyon Valley of Castles 1 Day tour

Overview

Available languages

Russian

English

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Charyn Canyon National Park is the most famous natural sight of Kazakhstan. We will visit its WELL-known part among the tourists called Valley of Castles because of its unordinary shape. Within the tour, you will observe “the Martian” views of the Charyn Canyon. The Castle Valley is also called a “small brother” of Grand Canyon in Colorado because of its similarity, although it is much smaller. On the way to Charyn Canyon we will visit road market in Baiseiyt village.

Additional Info

Specialized infant seats are available

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‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

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Meeting and Pickup

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What To Expect

Charyn Canyon

The "Valley of Castles" of the Charyn Canyon is over 150 km, and its age is about 12 million years, according to the most conservative estimates of scientists. In ancient times, the unique gorge was the bottom of Lake Ili, which the river Charyn now reminds us of, which flows through the canyon. It is not inferior to the Grand Canyon in the United States, since there are sheer cliffs 150-300 m high and 200 m deep. During the season, its turbulent waters form a powerful current, life-threatening even for experienced swimmers.

8 hours • Admission Not Included

Options

Grand Canyon Tour - 8hr -400km

Duration: 8 hours
SUV
Professional guide
Pickup included

Reviews

4.83

6 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

If the travel agency...
Redge M,
May 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
If the travel agency doesn’t send a pickup time, call them. I waited 2 hours then called. They’d forgotten. Trip itself was very good as was guide. We got back an hour later then I’d wanted due to late start.
Amazing trip
S3246II,
Nov 11, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Long time was planning to visit Charyn Canyon. This time we were lucky to go, since our guide was Aidyn. He has strong SUV Lexus 470. And Aidyn himself the very knowledgeable guide with a lot of joy travelling to.
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almaty voyage,
Nov 7, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Aydin is a super guide. knows a lot, positive. and also sings beautifully and plays Kazakh musical instruments
Excellent Charyn Caniyon experience, good cuisine, dombyra playing guide. Best historical knowledge and cultural expert!
888azamats,
Oct 22, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nice organization, best price. Feel free to contact, recommend Aidyn guide’s services! SUV was pretty good and clean!
Unforgettable trip
L582SXraphaeld,
Apr 16, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Despite a little misunderstanding regarding the date, the tour guide managed to quickly adapt to the situation and find a solution to our convenience. We visited the Canyon, the Moon Canyon and another lake within a single day, and it was amazing ! Not only were the places wonderful, but the drive itself to these places was very pleasant and peaceful. Our tour guide was careful, interesting, and answered our many questions. I will remember these Kazakh landscapes forever. Thank you!
Alma-ata
OlegTeterin,
Mar 21, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was my first time in Kazakhstan. We found Aidyn from our friend's recommendation. And didn't disappointed. The guide is really professional. He has a safe and comfortable offroad car. His English is outstanding. We've been really impressed with his knowledge and storytelling abilities. We had no problem with communication. Even more, he recommends us nice Kazakh restaurant with a great atmosphere and food, and some other sights in Almaty were we could go ourselves. Strongly recommend this tour. Thank you!

From US$264.18