From Almaty: City of Nomads & Kapchagay Lake Escape
Almaty Region, Kazakhstan
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Discover Kazakhstan’s cinematic City of Nomads, learn about nomadic culture, and relax by the waters of Kapchagay Lake with swimming, scenic views, and a comfortable day trip from Almaty.
Highlights
- Explore the famous City of Nomads film set.
- Learn about Kazakhstan’s nomadic history and culture.
- Relax by Kapchagay Lake.
- Swimming opportunity during warm weather.
- Comfortable round-trip transport from Almaty.
Description
Escape the city and enjoy a unique day trip from Almaty that combines history, culture, and relaxation by the water. Discover the famous City of Nomads film set, learn about Kazakhstan’s nomadic heritage, and unwind at the beautiful shores of Kapchagay Lake. Your adventure begins with a comfortable morning departure from Almaty, followed by a scenic drive through Kazakhstan’s vast open landscapes. Your first stop is the fascinating City of Nomads, a remarkable historical film set originally built for epic movies inspired by nomadic civilizations. Walk through this atmospheric location with your guide, explore fortress walls, ancient-style streets, and cinematic architecture, while learning about the creation of the site, its role in filmmaking, and the traditions of Kazakhstan’s nomadic peoples. This extraordinary location offers incredible photo opportunities and a truly cinematic atmosphere unlike anywhere else near Almaty. After exploring the City of Nomads, continue to the shores of Kapchagay Lake, one of the region’s most popular leisure destinations. During the warm swimming season, enjoy free time by the water and take a refreshing swim. Outside the swimming season, enjoy a scenic photo stop and a relaxing walk along the lakeshore while taking in the surrounding views. A lunch break in Konaev gives you time to relax and recharge before the return journey. This tour is a perfect choice for travelers looking for a shorter, comfortable escape from Almaty that combines cultural discovery, unique photo locations, and relaxing time by the water — all in one memorable day trip.Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off Entry tickets to City of Nomads Water Transportation with English-speaking guide/driverExcludes
Lunch Personal expenses TipsImportant Information
- -The tour operates year-round. Swimming at Kapchagay Lake is seasonal and depends on weather conditions. Outside the swimming season, the Kapchagay Lake stop includes a scenic walk and photo stop by the shore. -Please wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking. During the warmer months, we recommend bringing sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat or cap. If you plan to swim, please bring swimwear and a towel. -Please provide a valid WhatsApp number when booking so we can contact you with the exact pickup time and tour details before departure. -The tour may be cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions or if the minimum number of participants for the group tour is not reached. In this case, you will receive a full refund.