Issyk Lake & Bear waterfall in Turgen Gorge + Golden Man museum day tour
Issyk and Turgen Gorges are one of the key and most comfortable destinations to travel from Almaty. The one-way drive will take no more than 1.5 hour from the city.
Amazing views of the Ile-Alatau National Park from Turgen Gorge side are more pristine and pure because of the remoteness from big city. Here you will enjoy a nice and easy hike to the Bear waterfall.
Lake Issyk is a perfect place to peacefully rest, surrounded by rich mountain nature. The combination of evergreen forests, fresh clear water and snowy peaks makes this place delightful.
There is not only pristine nature with the rough waterfall and mountain lake but also the unique Golden Man (ancient warrior found in this area) archeological museum on the way.
There is also a local trout farm where you can have a nice outdoor lunch during the tour.
This tour is one of the well balanced activities that you can have in Almaty surroundings. It doesn't require long car journeys and can be conveniently done as a day trip.
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Itinerary
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Stop At: Issyk State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum, Aleksandrovka highway 6.6 km. Building 2, Rakhat Kazakhstan
The museum is located on a territory of ancient Saka people's burial mounds. The most famous finding from here was a burial of a Golden Man, a warrior dressed in traditional armor with battle equipments and 4000 pure gold ornaments. It is supposed that skeleton belongs to a young Saka (Scythian) prince or princess.
So called, The Golden Man, became the national symbol of Kazakhstan
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Turgen Waterfalls, Turgen Kazakhstan
Beautiful Turgen Gorge is one of the few mountain gorges near Almaty. Ever green trees, fast rivers, rocks and cliffs - create local landscape. There are few waterfalls hiding in the forest. One of them is Bear waterfall - the most accessible. You can reach it in 40 minutes walking on easy trail and observing surrounding beauty.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Lake Issyk, Esik Kazakhstan
Issyk Lake is one of the two mountain lakes that are accessible to visit within an hour drive from Almaty. It is located up in the picturesque mountain gorge with crystal clear river flowing along.
The place is great to relax and enjoy the views of the surrounding peaks. You can leisurely walk around to the river mouth that feeds the lake with cool water from the alpine glaciers.
During the summer season a boat ride on the lake is available.
Duration: 2 hours
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional guide
- Entry/Admission - Turgen Waterfalls
- Entry/Admission - Issyk State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum
- Entry/Admission - Lake Issyk
Exclusions
- Lunch - Local trout farm cafe is a great place to have an outdoor lunch during the tour
- Snacks
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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