Private Day Tour: Medeu, Shymbulak and Kok Tobe

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Experience Almaty’s mountains in genuine private comfort, with no strangers and no crowded group-tour schedule. Visit four highlights in one day — Medeu, Shymbulak, Oi-Qaragai and Kok Tobe — with a dedicated private guide and comfortable air-conditioned transportation. Hotel, accommodation and airport pickup and drop-off are included, along with guaranteed high-speed WiFi, bottled water, the Medeu–Shymbulak round-trip cable car and the Kok Tobe round-trip cable car. Travel at a relaxed pace with personal attention and more time to enjoy the mountains, views and photo stops.

What's Included

Bottled water
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Coffee and/or Tea
Lunch is not included and may be purchased at your own expense during the tour. Complimentary bottled water is included.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Complimentary pickup and drop-off are available from hotels and accommodations within Almaty. Airport pickup is also available. Please provide your hotel name, accommodation address, or flight details when booking. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Medeu Skating Rink and Ski resort

    Visit the iconic Medeu high-mountain sports complex, surrounded by the spectacular Trans-Ili Alatau. Enjoy a scenic photo stop, panoramic mountain views, and learn about Medeu’s sporting history from your private guide before continuing to Shymbulak.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Shymbulak

    Travel from Medeu to Shymbulak Mountain Resort by scenic cable car. Enjoy spectacular views of the Trans-Ili Alatau, explore the mountain resort with your private guide, and have time for panoramic photos and a relaxed walk before continuing the journey.

    1 hour 45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Oi-Qaragai Mountain Resort

    Discover Oi-Qaragai Mountain Resort, a picturesque alpine retreat surrounded by pine forests and the Trans-Ili Alatau. Enjoy a relaxed guided walk, beautiful mountain scenery and time for photos. The national park eco-fee is included. Cable cars and optional resort activities are not included and can be purchased separately.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Park Kok Tobe

    Finish your private mountain journey at Kok Tobe, one of Almaty’s most iconic viewpoints. Ride the scenic cable car above the city, enjoy panoramic views of Almaty and the surrounding mountains, and take time for photos and a relaxed walk around the hilltop park. Round-trip cable car tickets are included. Optional rides and attractions are available at additional cost.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Almaty Tours by Birlik

Tags

Day Trips
Nature and Wildlife Tours
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Trolley Tours
Cable Car Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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