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tours to Astana from Almaty · excursion
Night Astana: Lights and Tea Party
4.9 · 22 reviews
Tour to Astana from Almaty: an evening drive through the capital's main locations — panoramas, iconic spots and tea with Kazakh sweets. See Astana in lights.
WhenCheck dates
Duration3 hours
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $134/person
Program
Tour program «Night Astana: Lights and Tea Party»
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.
18:00
Group Gathering
Meeting with the guide at the hotel or city center. Boarding a comfortable car.
18:15
Independence Square
Discover the capital's main square in evening lighting. Photo at the «Kazak Eli» monument.
18:45
Bayterek and Embankment
Walk around Astana's symbol — Bayterek. View of the illuminated Palace of Peace and Reconciliation.
19:15
Khan Shatyr
Visit the world's largest tent. Explore architecture and city panoramas from upper levels.
19:45
University lights
Drive past Nazarbayev University and EXPO territory with night illumination.
20:15
Tea party with baursaks
Tour ends in a cozy teahouse: hot tea, Kazakh sweets, and baursaks. Discuss impressions.
What's included
What's included
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Car transfer along the route
- Services of a professional guide
- Tea party with baursaks and sweets
- Photo stops at key points
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Travel Almaty — Astana — Almaty
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra drinks)
- Transfer to the meeting point
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Camera or smartphone
- Comfortable shoes
- Warm clothes according to season
- Good mood
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 Night Astana
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Azamat R.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Everything was great. The city is beautiful in autumn. Thanks to Aleksandr for the interesting commentary.
Aidar B.
Our website ·
★★★★★First time in Astana, the tour helped me see all the main sights. Ilyas is a pro. Thanks!
Galina V.
Google ·
★★★★★My daughter and I went on vacation to Astana. We chose the night tour because we didn't have a chance to see the city during the day. The guide was patient and answered all questions. The monuments on Independence Square are impressive. The lights near Baiterek are like a fairy tale. My daughter was amazed by Khan Shatyr. At the end we drank tea with sweets. Thanks!
Yerzhan K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Liked the tea with baursaks. Went with my husband, wanted romance. Andrey told a lot of interesting things about the city. Recommend. Khan Shatyr in the evening is just a fairy tale!
Ruslan A.
Our website ·
★★★★★I went on this trip with my sister. Seeing night Astana was our dream. The tour program is very packed: we stopped at every point and took photos. The guide's stories were interesting, especially about Independence Square. The lights near Baiterek are wonderful. At the end, we drank tea and ate sweets. There wasn't enough time, but the impressions are great. Thanks!
Marat T.
Our website ·
★★★★★Went with friends to relax. The guide greeted us with a smile. The route is well thought out, liked the tea drinking. Everything was top-notch
Elena G.
2GIS ·
★★★★★My spouse and I gave this tour as a gift for our anniversary. At first the weather was cold, but the transport was warm. The most impressive was the evening view of Baiterek. The guide told the history of each building in an engaging way. Especially the lighting of the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation is wonderful. At the end we drank tea with baursaks. The organization is top-notch. We will come again in the future!
Talgat N.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Otlichniy tur, obyasneniya byli ponyatnimi. Gida ochen rekomenduiu
Sandugash K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★The night city is very beautiful. There are places to drink tea and relax. Thanks to the guide for a good tour
Ivan M.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Everything was good, but could have stayed longer at the fountains. The guide tried, the route is okay. I recommend
Nazira S.
Google ·
★★★★★My partner and I went on vacation to Astana. We chose the night tour because we didn't have time to explore the city during the day. The evening tea and sweets were very tasty. Especially the baursaks were freshly baked and hot. The guide told the city's history in an interesting way. The lights around Baiterek look amazing. The architecture outside Khan Shatyr makes a special impression in the evening. Suggestion: allocate more time for photos. Overall, it was fun during the evening, thanks!
Svetlana I.
Yandex ·
★★★★★wanted to see the night capital, and it happened. The guide showed hidden locations. Got a bit tired but it was worth it. Overall liked the trip, but could have made a longer pause.
Rustem N.
Our website ·
★★★★★V rodnoy gorod s druziami. Tur to chto nado. Tolko malo vremeni dlya fotok. Sergey super
Gulmira S.
Google ·
★★★★★Waited a long time in line for Baiterek, but the view from above was worth it. Went with friends, everyone liked it. Tea with baursaks is a nice bonus. Thanks to the guide for the positivity.
Aliya Zh.
Yandex ·
★★★★★I've long wanted to see Astana at night. Went with a friend, both delighted. Aleksandr is an excellent guide, attentive. Baiterek in lights is mesmerizing, and tea with baursaks at the end warmed us up. Recommend to everyone.
Pavel Sh.
Google ·
★★★★★I chose the tour on my friends' advice. I liked that there were few people in the group, the guide paid attention to everyone. The guide took us to the most beautiful places. The evening lights make Astana look special. The view inside Khan Shatyr was amazing. Time passed quickly, but it was memorable. In winter it was cold, it's better to take warm clothes. Thanks!
Viktoriya R.
Google ·
★★★★★Everything was great, organization 5 stars. The guide is the life of the party. I'll come back again
Yuri F.
Our website ·
★★★★★Went with family, kids are delighted with the lights. Everything was clear, on time. The road was really bumpy, but the guide apologized. Liked the tea with baursaks. Thanks.
Aigul M.
Google ·
★★★★★The departure was delayed by 15 minutes, but that's a minor thing. Astana is wrapped in lights – a fairy tale! The guide conveyed the atmosphere wonderfully. The lights around Baiterek are amazing. Thanks!
Asel D.
Google ·
★★★★★Liked it a lot. The evening view of Astana is wonderful. Thanks to the guide for a great evening
Oksana L.
Google ·
★★★★★The organization is superb. Ilyas suggested the best places for photos. The only thing — it was chilly in the car. But the impressions are excellent
Dmitry P.
Our website ·
★★★★★vse ponravilos, ogni Astany prosto kosmos. Spasibo za tur, byl s zhenoi
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the «Night 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, this trip is individual, so only your people will be in the car, with no other travellers. The guide will adjust the pace to you: you can linger longer at Baiterek, and move faster somewhere else. We will confirm the departure dates in WhatsApp — we will find a convenient evening.
The tour starts in the evening in Astana, and you arrange the journey from Almaty yourself: train or plane, with tickets not included in the price. A delayed flight or train can easily eat up the time margin, so we recommend arriving the day before or at least with plenty of time to spare. We will confirm the meeting point in Astana on WhatsApp.
The program takes three hours and ends with tea and baursaks in a teahouse — this is the last point of the route. After that, the guide will take you wherever you need. The exact return time depends on where you are staying, so we will discuss this in WhatsApp for your date.
The load is light: for most of the evening you ride in the car, and you walk only short stretches — around Baiterek and along the upper levels of Khan Shatyr. This pace usually suits older people, especially in comfortable shoes. Take warm clothes for the season, as it is cool in Astana in the evening.
The price already includes the car along the entire route, the guide's work, tea with baursaks and sweets, as well as photo stops. You only pay separately for personal purchases — souvenirs or additional drinks in the teahouse. You also cover the journey to the meeting point in Astana yourself.
No prepayment is needed: write to us on WhatsApp, and we will reserve the date and car for you. Pay on the day of the trip — via Kaspi, by card or in cash. If your plans change, cancellation is free.
Take a smartphone or camera — Astana's lights come out great in photos, and the guide makes photo stops at key points. Shoes are best comfortable, and clothes warm for the season, since it is cool outside in the evening. And bring a good mood, we will take care of the rest.
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