Private Tour
Half-Day Private Tour to Alzhir Camp from Nur-Sultan
Overview
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4 hours
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Alzhir - Akmola camp for the wives of traitors of Motherland - one of the largest camps of the Soviet Union and one of the three "islands" of the "Gulag Archipelago". The camp was opened at the beginning of 1938, when it received the first stages of the prisoners - mostly members of the families of traitors. According to incomplete data, the number of repressed exceeded 18,000 convicts. It is located 40km west of Nur-Sultan, so you will have an opportunity to drive through the endless Kazakh steppe.
Today, the museum-memorial complex includes the following objects:
A train carriage from Stalin’s time for transportation of prisoners.
The museum building
The Wall of memory with names of more than 7,000 women spends their term in Alzhir camp.
The barrack – the building, where women prisoners lived.
and other courtyard exhibits
Drive through the village Malinovka - stops can be arranged by request.
Transfer to the hotel.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Alzhir, Memorial Museum of Victims of Political Repressions and Totalitarianism
ALZHIR is a colloquial name that comes from the abbreviation АЛЖИР, which stands for “Akmola camp for the wives of traitors to the Motherland” (in Russian). The camp, which was the largest women’s camp in the Soviet Union, operated between 1938 and 1953 and was a place of human tragedy during the period of Stalinist repression. It is estimated that more than 18,000 prisoners passed through the camp, some of whom died there. Today, the site of the camp hosts a museum and memorial to these victims of political repression and totalitarianism. It is located 40km west of Nur-Sultan. Travel time will be approximately 1 hour each way.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled water
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch
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Half-Day Private Tour to Alzhir Camp from Nur-Sultan
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Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Interesting visit. My...
Nathalie D,Apr 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Interesting visit. My friendly guide Kamilla made it even better, she was very knowledgeable about the history of the camp and Kazakhstan in general.
Very good
Joanna B,Apr 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was a very good trip out of Astana, about 40mins drive to Alzhir. The camp museum was very interesting and we had an English speaking guide going through a lot of history. We spent about 2 hours there, walked around the neighbouring village and then returned to the hotel. Our guide Kamille was a pleasure to have. During the drive she talked about the history and answered any questions we had about Kazakhstan. It is a good trip for a half day so kids were not too tired.
Excellent and informative experience!
Barbara T,Apr 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Sobering and fascinating facility, of course, and the guide (Timon) explained it very well. The film that was shown at Alzhir was very helpful too. Seeing the countryside between Astana and Alzhir was also interesting. The whole experience was well worth the time and money!
Very big recommendation!
D7522YQmarkusb,Sep 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were very lucky to have Didara as our guide! As a historian, she knows almost everything about the city, the culture and the country. We also had the opportunity to talk about political and social issues. As Didara also showed interest in our lives, it was possible to discuss similarities and differences. Finally, Didara unscheduledly showed us the bazaar and helped us with our onward journey.
Women and children gulag
B2142LLbarryf,Aug 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable and her English skills were excellent. She also took us to the synagogue in Astana something that we wanted to see.
Private car excellent guide, bit overpriced
energynight,May 1, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Private tour with Didaraas guide. She knows a lot and is very helpful to fulfill all your requests or change of tour. A bit overpriced. Private comfy and clean car.
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