Almaty: Shymbulak, Medeu, Kok Tobe by cable cars and tickets
Almaty Region, Kazakhstan
❄️ ☃️ Private tour by cable car: Shymbulak ski resort, Medeu, Kok Tobe park, Zenkov's Cathedral. Private trip personal experienced tour guide.
Winter Tour of Almaty’s Top Attractions with Cable Cars and Guided Visits
This private tour in Almaty suits winter travelers seeking cable car rides and visits to Shymbulak ski resort, Medeu ice skating rink, Kok Tobe park, and Zenkov's Cathedral.
Highlights
- Hotel pick up and drop off included
- Private tour with English-speaking guide
- Cable car rides to all 3 levels of Shymbulak ski resort
- Visit to Medeu ice skating rink with photo stop
- Cable car ride to Kok Tobe park with panoramic city views
- Entrance to Zenkov's Cathedral
- Local sweets and water provided
Description
An English-speaking guide greets you with traditional Kazakh hospitality and leads you to Almaty’s key winter attractions. The tour includes a visit to Medeu ice skating rink for viewing and photos, followed by a cable car ride through all three levels of Shymbulak ski resort. You will have an opportunity to explore restaurants at Shymbulak for lunch or snacks.
Next, you will take a cable car to Kok Tobe park, the city’s highest point at 1100 meters above sea level, where panoramic views of Almaty await. The final stop is Zenkov's Cathedral, a significant architectural landmark.
Program
- 9:30 - Meet at your hotel lobby
- Visit Shymbulak ski resort via cable car
- Visit Medeu ice skating rink
- Visit Zenkov's Cathedral
- Visit Kok Tobe park via cable car
- 17:30 - Return to your hotel
Important Information
- Wear jackets and warm clothes suitable for cold weather
- The highest point of Shymbulak ski resort is 3200 meters above sea level
- Tour includes round-trip cable car tickets for all 3 levels of Shymbulak and Kok Tobe park
- Tour duration is approximately 9:30 am to 5:30 pm
- Hotel drop off included within city limits
September-October Maintenance Notice
- 1st cable car closed 6 October to 17 October
- 3rd cable car closed 10 September to 1 November
- 2nd cable car operates normally in September, October, November
- Electric car replaces the 1st cable car; hot water springs tour replaces the 3rd cable car ride
Includes
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Round-trip cable car tickets to all three levels of Shymbulak ski resort
- Round-trip cable car tickets to Kok Tobe park
- Medeu ice skating rink entrance ticket
- Entrance to Zenkov's Cathedral
- Local sweets and bottled water
- Experienced English-speaking guide
- Private car with driver for groups over 4 people
Excludes
- Lunch or additional food and beverages
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book this tour for the best experience of Almaty’s winter attractions. Bring warm clothing and arrive on time for your scheduled hotel pickup.
