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tours to Astana from Almaty · excursion
Main symbols of Astana in 4 hours
4.9 · 22 reviews
Tour to Astana from Almaty: a four-hour tour of the capital's iconic landmarks — from monuments to modern buildings. See everything important without rushing.
WhenCheck dates
Duration4 hrs
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $187/person
Program
Tour program «Main symbols of Astana»
The day before
Travel from Almaty to Astana on your own (train or plane); the tour starts in Astana
We recommend arriving the day before so you can reach the meeting point without rushing. Tickets are not included in the tour price.
09:00
Meeting with the guide
We meet in the city center at the «Baiterek» monument. The guide introduces the route and the history of the capital.
09:15
«Baiterek» monument
We go up to the observation deck, which offers a panoramic view of the city. The guide tells about the symbolism of the monument.
10:00
Independence Square and the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation
We stroll along the main square of the capital, viewing the Qazaq Eli monument and the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation in the shape of a pyramid.
10:45
Esil River Embankment and the Presidential Park
We walk along the embankment, admiring the fountains and modern buildings. The guide shares interesting facts about the city's development.
11:30
Shopping and entertainment center «Khan Shatyr»
We view the world's largest tent, go inside for a short photo session. The guide talks about Norman Foster's architecture.
12:15
End of tour
We return to the meeting point. The guide answers questions and gives recommendations for independent exploration of the city.
What's included
What's included
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Services of a professional guide
- Walking tour of iconic locations
- Entrance tickets to the observation deck «Baiterek»
- Photo accompaniment and interesting facts about the city
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Travel Almaty — Astana — Almaty
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, food, drinks)
- Public transportation fares (if needed)
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Water and a light snack (optional)
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) in hot weather
Team
Our team — guides and instructors from Almaty
Routes are led by working guides and instructors. The same people answer in WhatsApp and accompany groups on tour.
★5
★4.52Alexander Пашкин
Driver-guide, инструктор по трекингу
★4.74Andrey Шевелёв
Driver-guide
★4.27Анжелика Чвыкова
Гид-фотограф
★4.27Ильяс Дарбеков
Гид-переводчик
★4.55Мадина Данина
Организатор туров
★4.49Сергей Бабичев
Personal guide-водитель
Reviews
Reviews of the main symbols of Astana
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Lyazzat B.
2GIS ·
★★★★★We went to Astana and chose this tour. It was just me and my partner, and we both really liked it. The guide Aleksandr led us starting from Baiterek, his stories were interesting. When we went up, the view of the city is amazing. At Independence Square we saw the pyramid-shaped palace of peace, walked along the Ishim embankment. We went inside Khan Shatyr and took photos. There was enough time, we didn't rush. We saw the symbols of Astana city. Very beautiful. Aleksandr's stories were interesting.
Olga P.
Google ·
★★★★★I picked this tour for the convenient timing. The guide showed us not only the Baiterek but also modern buildings. Everything was smooth.
Aigul K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★My wife and I had long been planning to go to Astana, but we couldn't choose a suitable tour. We spent a long time choosing the Astana 4-hour tour and didn't regret it. The guide showed all the main places without rushing. We started with Baiterek, went up — it takes your breath away. Then we walked around Independence Square and looked at the pyramid. On the Ishim embankment we took beautiful photos. We went inside Khan Shatyr, the guide told us about the architect. The excursion was easy and informative. We were satisfied, we recommend it!
Vera N.
Our website ·
★★★★★The four-hour tour was very eventful. We had time to walk around and listen.
Yulia F.
Our website ·
★★★★★Very good tour. We managed to see everything. Huge thanks to the guide.
Yerzhan M.
Our website ·
★★★★★I went with my mom, she had long dreamed of seeing the capital. 4 hours flew by unnoticed. I really liked the Kazakh Eli monument. We walked along the embankment and looked at the fountains. I recommend it.
Marat D.
Our website ·
★★★★★The excursion is super! The guide told very interestingly about the capital. We saw everything we wanted.
Maxim T.
Google ·
★★★★★Vzial tur dlya semyi. Vsem ponravilos'. Osobenno detyam.
Anton G.
2GIS ·
★★★★★A tour for those who want to see the main sights quickly. Went with my brother on the weekend, had little time. We managed to see both the monument and the pyramid. But at Baiterek we would have liked to stay longer. Overall fine.
Sergey V.
Google ·
★★★★★Everything was great. The weather was perfect. We managed to take lots of photos.
Aliya S.
Our website ·
★★★★★We waited in line at Baiterek for about 15 minutes. But the guide Ilyas entertained us with stories.
Askhat D.
Yandex ·
★★★★★I had long wanted to see the new capital with my own eyes. I couldn't get ready for a long time, but when the opportunity came, I went alone. The guide showed all the beautiful places. I especially liked the observation deck — it offers a great view of the city. The walk along the embankment was also memorable.
Nastya L.
Our website ·
★★★★★I took the tour spontaneously. I didn't regret it. Ilyas told a lot of interesting things about the history of Kazakhstan. We managed to see Baiterek, Independence Square and Khan Shatyr. I liked everything.
Nurlan Ch.
Our website ·
★★★★★I liked the tour. We saw all the main places. Enough time was given.
Daniyar K.
Our website ·
★★★★★My friend and I came for the weekend and decided to take a sightseeing tour. Andrey took us around the main places and told stories with soul. We saw both old Astana and new Astana. Very contrasting. Andrey did great. I liked that the route is well thought out: from Baiterek to Khan Shatyr, we made it everywhere. What impressed me most was the view from the observation deck and the embankment. There was enough time to see everything and take photos. Thanks for an interesting walk!
Dana A.
Google ·
★★★★★The tour is very rich. The guide works professionally. You can see that he loves the city.
Ainur K.
Google ·
★★★★★Bylo komfortno i interesno. Madina rasskazala mnogo faktov.
Arman I.
2GIS ·
★★★★★We were on vacation as a family and wanted to show the children the capital. It's good that you don't have to think about where to go yourself. The guide organizes everything. We calmly walked along the route and listened. The children especially liked going up to Baiterek and entering Khan Shatyr. For the adults, it was interesting to learn about the history of Independence Square. We walked along the embankment and looked at the fountains. Four hours were enough to see the main things and not get tired. Thanks to the guide for the attention to us.
Pyotr L.
Yandex ·
★★★★★I liked the tour. The only thing is I'd like more time at the Baiterek. But everything was fine.
Zhanna K.
Our website ·
★★★★★The organization was top-notch. The only thing was that in August it was hot to walk. But it didn't spoil the impression.
Aliya D.
Google ·
★★★★★Excellent guide. She showed all the iconic places. Very satisfied.
Asel D.
Our website ·
★★★★★The guide is a very pleasant girl. The tour flew by
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the «Main Symbols of Astana» tour from Almaty
We've collected the questions travelers ask most often. Didn't find your answer? Write to us — a guide will reply in a couple of minutes.
Ask a questionYes, the route is designed so that in four hours you manage to see the main symbols of the capital — from Baiterek to Khan Shatyr. The pace is relaxed, with stops for photos and stories from the guide. You're on your feet the whole time, but the walks between locations are short, so you get a chance to rest.
The tour starts at the Baiterek monument in Astana, and you buy your train or plane tickets from Almaty yourself; they are not included in the tour price. To avoid rushing to the guide straight from the station or the airport, it is better to arrive the evening before. We will confirm the exact meeting point on WhatsApp.
The tour is entirely on foot, but without long walks — the program is built around compact locations in the city center. Older people are usually comfortable; the main thing is comfortable shoes and being ready to spend about four hours on your feet. If your mother needs to sit down more often, the guide will adjust the pace to suit you.
Shoes should be comfortable for walking, and it's best to choose clothing according to the weather — Astana is often windy even on warm days. Bring a smartphone or camera, water, and a light snack if you like. In hot weather, a cap and sunscreen are a good idea.
We start at 09:00 at the Baiterek monument in the city center — the guide will meet you there and introduce the route. According to the programme we finish around 12:15 at the same point; up to four hours are set aside for the tour, so there is time left for questions and photos. We'll confirm the exact meeting point for your date via WhatsApp.
The price includes the services of a guide, the walk itself through the landmark sites, tickets to the Baiterek observation deck, and photo coverage. You only pay separately for travel to and from Astana, personal expenses such as souvenirs and food, and if needed, public transport. There are no hidden extra charges on site.
Yes, this tour is private, and the guide works only with your group and adapts to your pace. To book a date, just message us on WhatsApp — no prepayment is needed; you pay on the day of the trip via Kaspi, by card, or in cash. You can cancel your booking free of charge.
