We offer a chance to admire numerous petroglyphs and images of mysterious deities, enjoy the ancient Buddhist temple under the open sky, located on the banks of the Ili River, with a beautiful panoramic view.
Visit the medieval Asian city built specifically for the filming of the movie Nomad. And of course, enjoy the magnificent view of the Ili River.
Tour Itinerary: Castle of Nomads and Buddha Petroglyphs.
- Departure from Almaty
In the morning, the driver will pick you up from the designated address, and you will head to the Tamgaly-Tas area on the Ili River (120 km, 1.5 hours). - Arrival at Tamgaly-Tas
Upon arrival, you will enjoy a walking tour (3 hours) where you will see rock paintings and take a walk along the river. - Departure and arrival at the City of Nomads
After the Tamgaly-Tas tour, you will head to the City of Nomads (40 km, approximately 50 minutes). Upon arrival, you will have a walking tour (1 hour) inside the decorative ancient city, followed by a picnic. - Departure and return to Almaty
After the City of Nomads tour, you will head back to the city (110 km, approximately 1.5 hours). Upon arrival, the driver will drop you off at any location in the city.
- Distance: 270 km, approximately 4 hours
- Total Tour Duration: 9 hours
- Season: All year round
Tour price: Castle of Nomads and Buddha Petroglyphs.
- From 110,000 KZT or 225 USD
- Please check the details of the pricing with our manager.
- The proposed tour price is based on a group of up to 6 people in one vehicle. Total price per group, not per person.
- Transfer on Buses or minivans could be proposed for the big groups
- Entrance fees at touristic objects are not included, and are to be paid separately.
- Meals are optional (could be arranged and not included in the tour price).
Included in the tour price:
Individual transfer on a comfortable SUV up to 6 pax , guided tour program in english, water on road, entrance fees to the national parks.
