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15 Tours Across Central Asia & the Himalaya

From the steppe to the Himalaya.

The 15 most popular trips across the whole route: the Tian Shan lakes above Almaty, the Golden Temple at Amritsar, the Kashmir valley and the Mughal cities of the plains. What each one costs, and who to book it with.

15 Tours Across Central Asia & the Himalaya

Almaty: Charyn Canyon, Kolsay, and Kaindy Lakes Day Trip - Charyn Canyon and Black Canyon: Red Rocks vs Dark Rock Caves
Almaty City, Tour Reviews

Almaty: Charyn Canyon, Kolsay, and Kaindy Lakes Day Trip

1.Almaty: Charyn Canyon, Kolsay, and Kaindy Lakes Day Trip

A long Almaty day trip packed with Charyn and Black Canyons plus Kolsay and Kaindy lakes, including an optional horse ride.

Most Popular 4.7

“It was amazing. Our guides Nous and Karina were super fun, patient and helpful. The time was well managed, we were guided really well throughout all the spots. It was not rushed although we had to cover 3 spots along with one bonus spot. The vehicles were amazing. You get to experience the luxury Mercedes…”

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Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Small-Group Tour - Charyn Canyon Valley of the Castles: The Main Event Walk
Almaty, Tour Reviews

Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Small-Group Tour

2.Kolsai, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Small-Group Tour

Small-group day trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon, Kaindy Lake, and Kolsai Lake with hotel pickup, a UAZ van ride, and lunch.

5.0

“The scenery was stunning, and the guide was professional and friendly. We had a traditional lunch at a local family's house. The biggest difference between this tour agency and others is that they offer hotel pickup, eliminating the need to rush to the meeting point at 5 a.m. This was a key reason we chose…”

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Almaty: Kolsai-Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyons Day Trip - Starting in Almaty: where the day begins (and where it can trip you up)
Almaty City, Tour Reviews

Almaty: Kolsai-Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyons Day Trip

3.Almaty: Kolsai-Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyons Day Trip

One long Almaty day to see Charyn Canyon, Kaindy Lake, Kolsai Lake, plus Black and Moon Canyon views, with guide and park tickets.

4.7

“We had an amazing experience with Sayana! She was knowledgeable, friendly, and always made sure everyone was comfortable and enjoying the trip. Everything was well organized, and the trip was smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable and enjoyable tour!”

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From Almaty: Kolsay, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Day Trip - Kolsai Lake: calm water and an easy first walk
Almaty City, Tour Reviews

From Almaty: Kolsay, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Day Trip

4.From Almaty: Kolsay, Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon Day Trip

17-hour guided day trip from Almaty to Kolsai, Kaindy, Charyn and Black Canyons, with a Soviet UAZ ride and optional horses.

4.6

“Great experience! Very spectacular. Panda travel deserves best ratings got an excellent service. Particularly thank the guide Karina for professional and diligent conduct. Recommend to go with them.”

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Almaty: Kolsai Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyons 2-Day Tour - Day 2: Kaindy Lake and the Black/Moon canyon mix
Almaty City, Tour Reviews

Almaty: Kolsai Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyons 2-Day Tour

5.Almaty: Kolsai Kaindy Lakes & Charyn Canyons 2-Day Tour

Two days from Almaty chasing Kolsai and Kaindy Lake plus Charyn canyons, with Kazakh meals and a real yurt night.

4.8

“The tour was amazing! Our tour guide, Luba, was also wonderful. She shared interesting stories about the places we visited and gave us plenty of time to explore the main attractions. I think we could spend a bit more time at Moon Canyon compared to Black Canyon.”

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Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons 2-day tour - Day 1 in Charyn National Park: Moon Canyon and a Quick Black Canyon Break
Almaty, Tour Reviews

Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons 2-day tour

6.Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons 2-day tour

A fast-paced 2-day loop from Almaty to Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes plus Charyn Canyons, with yurt camp dinner, bonfire fun, and A/C transport.

5.0

“The landscape and nature was absolut stunning and worth the very long hours in a bus. Some notes about the tour: - Food at the yurt needs improving, nether Dinner or breakfast had been great or with lots of options. - with over 8 yurts with 4 beds each one shower for each Gender is…”

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Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included) - Charyn Canyon first: walking, photo stops, and Black Canyon timing
Almaty, Tour Reviews

Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)

7.Kolsai Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyons Day Tour (lunch included)

One long Kazakhstan day to Charyn Canyon, Moon Canyon, Kolsai, and Kaindy Lakes, with hotel pickup, lunch, park entry, and a Soviet van ride.

5.0

“A very entertaining and worthwhile tour with spectacular scenery. Aidar is clearly very passionate about his job and very knowledgeable about the subject matter especially for someone so young. Note that this trip is a VERY long day (16-17hrRead more”

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Nag Tibba 2 Days Trek (Pantwari to Pantwari) - Day 1 to Kathian Campsite and the Snake-God temple stop
Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, Tour Reviews

Nag Tibba 2 Days Trek (Pantwari to Pantwari)

8.Nag Tibba 2 Days Trek (Pantwari to Pantwari)

Two-day Nag Tibba trek from Pantwari with a snake-god temple stop, tent nights, and big summit views of Swargarohini and Bandarpunch for $24.

5.0

“I did the Nag Tibba trek with my friend, and it was my first trek ever — honestly, it was amazing! The whole experience was just perfect. The views were beautiful, the vibe was great, and I had so much fun throughout.”

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Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony) - Akal Takht, Tempio d’Oro, and the Dukh Bhanjani Ber Tree
Amritsar, Tour Reviews

Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony)

9.Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony)

Private Amritsar highlights plus Wagah flag retreat ceremony, with expert guide, hotel pickup, and temple-ready tips for an 8–9 hour day.

5.0

“Raviish Ji was our guide and was punctual, arriving at the hotel exactly at the agreed time. He took us to all the places we had planned. He demonstrated excellent knowledge of the Golden Temple, including lesser-known entrances and hiddeRead more”

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Amritsar Excursion ( Private full day tour) - Pickup, transfers, and what an 8–9 hour day really means
Amritsar, Tour Reviews

Amritsar Excursion ( Private full day tour)

10.Amritsar Excursion ( Private full day tour)

Private Amritsar day tour with hotel pickup, Golden Temple visit, Jallianwala Bagh, Partition Museum (closed Mondays), and Wagah Border ceremony.

5.0

“It is a great tour to cover the most important sites in Amritsar in a day. Narinder was our guide. He made the trip very informative and enjoyable. If you would like to visit inside of the temple, you would need to do it separately on your own.”

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Almaty: Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon Day Tour - Early pickup and timing: the part you should plan around
Almaty City, Tour Reviews

Almaty: Kolsai & Kaindy Lakes with Charyn Canyon Day Tour

Almaty: 2-Day Tour to Kolsai-Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon - Two start-time styles: evening departure versus the early-morning version
Almaty City, Tour Reviews

Almaty: 2-Day Tour to Kolsai-Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon

13.Almaty: 2-Day Tour to Kolsai-Kaindy Lakes and Charyn Canyon

See Kolsai and Kaindy Lakes, Charyn Canyon, and Castle Valley in a 2-day group trip from Almaty with UAZ off-road and village homestays.

4.5

“We loved all the locations, but Kaindy Lake was definitely the highlight the views were absolutely stunning and the experience was unforgettable. The guesthouse was clean and comfortable, and all the food served to us was delicious. Zhanna, our guide for the 2-day tour, was amazing lively, friendly, and very attentive, making sure everyone was…”

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Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Guided Tour - Pickup, an AC vehicle, and a private day that feels flexible
Lahore, Tour Reviews

Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Guided Tour

14.Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Guided Tour

Guided full-day Lahore tour with Fort, Badshahi Mosque, markets, Shalimar Gardens, and Wagah border. Hotel pickup, AC, entry fees.

5.0

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ An absolutely outstanding experience in Lahore! The tour guide was like a walking encyclopedia—his depth of knowledge about the city’s history, culture, architecture, and hidden stories was truly impressive. Every detail, frRead more”

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Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car - VIP Car Comfort on a 17-Hour Day (USB, Type-C, and Seasonal Gear)
Almaty, Tour Reviews

Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car

15.Treasures of Almaty lakes Kaindy and Kolsai,Charyn Canyon VIP car

VIP day trip from Almaty to Charyn Canyon, Kaindy and Kolsai Lakes. Small group, park tickets, early start, UAZ ride to Kaindy.

4.5

“I had a great experience exploring nature in Kazakhstan!! A little bit long drives but it was absolutely worth it!! And horse riding was amazing! Guide was very fun and driver was very good and drove us safe both ways”

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