Issyk Lake & Bear Waterfall In Turgen Gorge+Golden Man museum

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

NOW IT'S TIME TO VISIT TURGEN IN AUTUMN IN WINTER
08:00 – Pick-up and departure from Almaty
09:00 – Arrival at Turgen Gorge
Short walk through the gorge surrounded by pine forests
09:30 – Visit Bear Waterfall
Enjoy the fresh mountain air and take beautiful photos
11:00 – Transfer to Issyk Lake
Free time to walk around, relax by the lake, and take photos
13:00 – Lunch at a local café near Issyk Lake
14:30 – Visit the Golden Man Museum in the town of Issyk
Learn about the famous archaeological discovery and ancient Saka culture
16:00 – Departure back to Almaty
17:30 – Shortstop for coffee/WC
18:30 – Drop-off in Almaty

What's Included

Lunch at local cafe
Entrance fee
Air-conditioned vehicle
All fees And Taxes
English Speaking Guide
Bottled water
Vegeterian option is available
We can have lunch at the local trout farm cafe or kebab house during our tour
Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting and pickup

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

Our guide will hold a sign with “Nomad Trails” and wear a white cap for easy recognition. Pick-up starts 30–60 minutes before departure, depending on the number of stops. We can also meet you at 28 Shevchenko Street, in front of the National Academy of Sciences building (National Academy of Sciences). Pick-up from hotels near Dostyk Avenue is also available upon request.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Lake Issyk

    08:00 Depature from Almaty 09:30 Short-stop for coffee/WC 10:00 Arrival to Museum 12:00 lunch, the journey continues to Issyk Lake, located 70 km from Almaty at an altitude of 1,756 meters. Surrounded by the Ili-Alatau mountains, this alpine lake shimmers in shades ranging from turquoise to deep blue, depending on the season. Here you’ll enjoy the tranquility of nature, capture stunning photos, and leave filled with unforgettable emotions.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Turgen

    13:00 Arrival at Turgen Gorge with a refreshing walk in the mountain air. You’ll follow a forest trail leading to the picturesque Bear Waterfall, where you can admire the alpine scenery and feel the cool mist of glacial waters.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Nomad Trails

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Cancellation Policy

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

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