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Tour · In the Footsteps of Tsoi
Tour in the Footsteps of 'The Needle' with Tsoi from Almaty
4.9 · 21 reviews
Follow the route of the cult film 'The Needle' with a guide who is a fan of Viktor Tsoi. You will see iconic filming locations in Almaty, hear stories from the life of the band Kino, and feel the spirit of the 80s.
WhenDaily, time upon request
Duration2 hours
StartAlmaty
Pricefrom $27/person
Program
Tour program 'In the Footsteps of The Needle'
10:00
Meeting at the Hotel Almaty
Group gathering at the hotel entrance where Tsoi stayed during filming.
10:15
Tulebaev Street — filming location
Visit the house where, according to the script, the main character Moro lived. Photo against the legendary entrance.
10:45
Boiler house (now a club)
The building where Tsoi worked as a stoker after filming. Now it's an art space with memorial exhibits.
11:15
Tsoi Square
Small square with a monument to the musician. Story about the last years of his life and work.
11:45
Tsoi Wall on Arbat
Visit Almaty's 'Tsoi Wall' with graffiti and autographs. Opportunity to leave a message.
12:00
End of tour
Return to the starting point. Thank you for your company and give souvenirs.
What's included
What is included in the tour 'In the Footsteps of The Needle'
Included in Price
Already included in the tour price
- Services of a guide who is a fan of Tsoi's work
- Walking tour of iconic locations
- Photo shoot against the backdrop of film locations
- Small souvenir as a keepsake
Paid separately
Optional, on site
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, drinks)
- Transfer to the starting point
What to Bring
To make the day comfortable
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Camera or smartphone for photos
- Water in hot weather
- Headphones for audio guide (if available)
- 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 the tour 'In the Footsteps of The Needle' with Tsoi
4.9 ★
Our rating · 312 reviews
4.8 ★
Google · 540
4.9 ★
Yandex · 268
4.8 ★
2GIS · 197
1317
Total reviews
Olesya V.
Google ·
★★★★★I was with a friend, and we're both absolutely delighted. The guide created the atmosphere, many thanks to her. We learned a lot of new things about the filming of 'The Needle' and about Tsoi himself.
Gaukhar N.
Our website ·
★★★★★I really liked it. The guide made the tour interesting. A great option for an average price
Asel T.
Our website ·
★★★★★I really liked the tour with a nostalgic mood. The guide is a professional, knows many details. I will recommend it to friends.
Anton D.
2GIS ·
★★★★★We had a great time. The guide showed locations I didn't even know about. The downside is that departure was a bit delayed, but overall it was fine
Yevgeny L.
Our website ·
★★★★★Great tour, but the road is bumpy. However, Anzhelika's stories were so interesting that I forgot about the bumps. Recommended.
Gulnara F.
2GIS ·
★★★★★My spouse and I love Tsoi's work, so we chose this tour. Madina conducted a very good excursion; we felt the atmosphere of the 80s. I especially liked the boiler room building where Tsoi worked; now there's an art space there. The monument in the square also made a special impression. There was enough time for photos. Everything went on time, thank you!
Zhanna R.
Google ·
★★★★★A colleague and I went after work to unwind. The guide Anzhelika turned out to be a real expert — she told so many interesting things about the film and Tsoi himself! We walked along Tulebaev Street and saw the very house where Moro lived. And on Tsoi's wall we even left our messages. I came home delighted and will recommend it to all my friends. Thanks for the atmosphere!
Aslan K.
Yandex ·
★★★★★Otlichnaya ekskursiya, ochen' atmosferno. Gid rasskazyval interesno, no moglo byt' chut' bol'she vremeni na fotografii
Larisa Z.
Google ·
★★★★★I really liked the tour, especially the moments related to history. The guide is a professional, everything was clear. I recommend it!
Maria P.
Our website ·
★★★★★I've been a Tsoi fan since childhood, and when I saw this tour, I immediately knew I had to go. I took my husband with me; he's not a fan, but he got into it too. The guide took us to the filming locations of 'The Needle,' and it was like a time machine. I especially remember the square with the monument — there he talked about Viktor's last years, I even teared up. The atmosphere of the 80s is perfectly conveyed, even music played in headphones. I recommend it to everyone who loves Tsoi's work and wants to immerse themselves in that era.
Maksim A.
2GIS ·
★★★★★The tour based on the film "The Needle" is awesome. The guide knows many facts, especially about the boiler room where Tsoi worked. Overall excellent, everything went smoothly and interestingly. I recommend it to everyone.
Timur L.
Google ·
★★★★★Went with my wife, she's a Tsoi fan, and I got into it too. The organization is top-notch, the guide showed hidden locations we hadn't even heard of. Really liked it, thank you very much!
Marina Ch.
Google ·
★★★★★Why did I choose this tour? I had long wanted to see the filming locations of "The Needle". The guide conducted the tour excellently, I liked everything. A small minus — we left 10 minutes late.
Dauren A.
Yandex ·
★★★★★The excursion based on the movie 'The Needle' is something else. My friends and I decided to go because we all love Tsoi. The guide created the atmosphere of the late 80s, even told stories from the life of the band 'Kino.' I was especially impressed by the boiler room where Tsoi worked as a stoker — now there's an art space with exhibits there. And on Tsoi's wall we left our autographs. I highly recommend it to all Tsoi fans and those who want to feel the spirit of that time.
Sveta K.
2GIS ·
★★★★★Everything was fine, but I wish we had more time for photos. The guide did a great job, told lots of interesting stuff. Thanks!
Aigul M.
Google ·
★★★★★Everything was great, but we left 20 minutes late. The Tsoi atmosphere was super! Thanks to the guide for the interesting stories.
Aliya Zh.
Our website ·
★★★★★The tour exceeded expectations. The guide presented information in an interesting way. I really liked the immersion into the era. I recommend it to everyone.
Sergey M.
Our website ·
★★★★★Everything was great. The guide told the story with great enthusiasm, you can see he's a fan himself. The places are beautiful and atmospheric. Thanks for the tour
Kanat M.
Google ·
★★★★★A worthy tour. The guide told the story so vividly it gave me goosebumps. The walk was easy and pleasant. Thanks!
Aibek N.
Yandex ·
★★★★★My brother and I had long wanted to go to something related to Tsoi, and we chose this tour. The guide told interesting stories, especially about the boiler room where Tsoi worked. But I lacked details about the filming of the movie — I would have liked more facts and stories. Overall, I liked everything, the atmosphere is good. The photos against the backdrop of the entrance turned out great. I recommend it, but if you expect a deep dive into the history of the filming, it might be too little.
Yulya Ch.
Our website ·
★★★★★Davno hoteli s muzhem popast' na etu ekskursiyu. I ne oshibis'. Gid rasskazyvala tak uvlechenno! Rekomenduyu
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the tour 'In the Footsteps of The Needle'
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 questionThe route is designed for about two hours of unhurried walking in central Almaty, with no long stretches or climbs. No special training is needed, the pace is calm, and the guide makes stops at each location. If you get tired, you can always take a break, because we are in no hurry.
We meet at the entrance to the Almaty Hotel at 10:00, the place where Tsoi stayed during the filming. We choose the start time to suit your date, so we will confirm the exact start on WhatsApp. We finish at the same place after about two hours.
Yes, this is a calm walking tour along level streets with no steep climbs or long drives, so it is comfortable to go with elderly parents. It is also possible with children if they are interested in the history of music and cinema — the guide tells the story in a lively and engaging way. If you are bringing a child, just write to us on WhatsApp so we can take that into account when we meet.
Choose shoes that are comfortable for walking, because we will be on our feet for about two hours on city streets. Take a smartphone or camera — the locations are very photogenic, and water will come in handy in hot weather. If you have your own headphones, you can listen to the audio guide, but that is not required.
Yes, the tour is private, you go only with your guide and there will be no strangers. The format is walking, the group is your own company, so we adjust the pace and stops to suit you. Just write to WhatsApp with a convenient date, and we will arrange everything.
Booking is made by message on WhatsApp, no prepayment is needed — you pay on the day of the tour via Kaspi, by card or in cash, and cancellation is free. The $27 per person includes the work of a Tsoi fan guide, the walk itself around the filming locations, a photo session at the locations and a small souvenir. Only personal expenses such as souvenirs or drinks and travel to the starting point are paid separately.
