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Discover Kazakhstan’s nomadic heritage on a comfortable cultural day trip from Almaty to The Huns Ethno Village, located near the scenic mountain foothills of Talgar. This experience is designed for travelers who want to understand Kazakh traditions through live performances, food, music, and hands-on activities rather than just sightseeing.
After hotel pickup in Almaty, travel by comfortable vehicle to the ethno village, where you will be welcomed into a traditional atmosphere with yurts, local costumes, storytelling, and cultural demonstrations. Enjoy an exciting horse-riding tricks show, learn about the nomadic lifestyle, try traditional activities such as archery or crafts when available, and taste a Kazakh-style lunch.
This tour is a great option for families, solo travelers, couples, and anyone interested in Kazakh hospitality, traditions, and authentic local culture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Traveler pickup is offered
We pick up from all hotels and locations in central Almaty. Please advise your hotel details at time of booking.
Itinerary
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1Gunny Ethnic Village
We pickup from your location and transfer till the village
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Gunny Ethnic Village
Welcoming ceremony "Shashu". Shashu is a traditional Kazakh ritual where sweets are scattered over guests during celebratory. It symbolizes joy, prosperity and good luck.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Gunny Ethnic Village
Tasting traditional Kazakh bread "Baursak" with jam, fermented horse milk "Kymyz"and preparing "Jent". Jent is a traditional Kazakh sweet made from crushed roasted wheat, butter, and sugar.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Gunny Ethnic Village
Introducing Kazakh tradition "Betashar". Betashar is a traditional Kazakh wedding ritual where the bride's face is officially revealed to her new family.
20 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5Gunny Ethnic Village
Horse riding show. Experience shows: 1. Kyz Kuu - A young man chases a girl on horseback to kiss her. If he fails, the girl chases him back and whips him. 2. Audaryspak - Riders wrestling 3. Tenge ilu - a game of skill in which a rider at full gallop must pick up coins or handkerchiefs from the ground
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Gunny Ethnic Village
Lunch. Veg option is available
45 minutes • Admission ticket included -
7Gunny Ethnic Village
Introducing Kazakh Yurt and explaining all traditions and culture of nomadic people.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8Gunny Ethnic Village
After finishing program we transfer back to your hotel
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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