11. Nur-sultan Gourmet Tour To A Kazakh Family Of Traditional Jewelers
· Full dayThis kind of home is rarely found in the north of Kazakhstan. Generations of artisans protect old traditions and knowledge.Each member of the family hones their own craft, whether it’s making silver jewelry or carpet weaving. The yard is a museum of antique dishes with a yurt as its crowning jewel. Another craft that this family is proud of is cooking traditional meals like beshbarmak.The word translates to “five fingers” since Kazakh people used to eat the dish with their hands and not utensils.Another delicious treat of Kazakh cuisine is baursaks,a fried dough food anyone will get addicted to. Take this unique opportunity to visit a traditional Kazakh family of craftsmen, where you will learn to cook traditional dishes and find out how dinnerware used to be crafted in the past.The father and the youngest son are jewelry masters.The daughter is a master of applied arts,who creates felt carpets.If want you can also take other master classes of the family as jewelry or felt making.
22. 2-Day, 1-Night Horse Ranch Stay with Visit to Historic Mausoleum
5.0· 2 reviews· 36 hoursTwo days, one night on Taiburyldyn Shabysy Ranch. Ride along rivers steppe lakes, visit a historic mausoleum on horseback, eat traditional Kazakh meals cooked here, and wake up to the sound of horses. This tour is for you if already saw Bayterek Tower and you'd rather spend the rest of your time on a horse than in a hotel. You want to eat delicious homemade food, ride terrain that goes on further than you can see, and end your evenings in a sauna. Beginners welcome. Non-riders too.
33. Authentic Burabay Embrace Nature, Wine, Cheese, and Local Life
5.0· 1 reviews· 10 hoursAuthentic Burabay Experience Step into the heart of Kazakhstan’s countryside with our immersive tour to Burabay. From the moment we pick you up in Astana, you’ll be transported into a world where tradition, nature, and local life come together. Visit a local maral farm, where you’ll feed the majestic marals and learn about their life in the wild. Then, explore the only cheese cellar in Kazakhstan, tasting a variety of locally made cheeses and wines, and meet the passionate cheesemaker behind them. Along the way, enjoy the freshest baursaks, a traditional Kazakh snack, with your choice of tea or coffee. This is more than just a tour; it’s a deep dive into rural Kazakhstan. Meet the people behind the local products, hear their stories, and experience their hard work firsthand. After a hearty lunch, enjoy a horseback ride through the breathtaking landscapes of Burabay. All expenses are included: visits, tastings, lunch, snacks, transportation, and professional photography.
44. Astana Unveiled: A City Comfort tour with Lunch and Winetasting
4.9· 15 reviewsExplore the allure of Astana on our exclusive tour, blending breathtaking sightseeing with a touch of local wine richness. Immerse yourself in the city's architectural marvels and cultural gems, unveiling the beauty of Astana through a mix of history and modernity. Join us for an unforgettable journey, where every sight tells a story of this vibrant capital, complemented by a delightful sip of Kazakhstan's local wines.
55. Half Day (3 hours) City Tour
4.8· 6 reviewsThe classical half day long tour in the young capital of Kazakshtan. Your personal guide and driver will meet you at hotel or other place at your convenience in Astana. You will see unique symbiosis of east and west traditions in the main sights of Astana, feel the essential of kazakh culture in a National Museum of Kazakhstan, visit the largest mosque in Central Asia and try the authentic cuisine of steppe nomads. The tour is also included the visit of the emblematic of the city Bayterek, the national brand of Kazakhstan higher education Nazarbaev University. At the end of tour you will taste the best wine from south Kazakhstan and we will bring you back to the hotel or any other place at your convenience.
66. Trip to Kazakh family of Eagle hunters in Astana (6 hours)
4.5· 13 reviews· Full dayJoin our Kazakh family of Eagle hunters and prepare for an exciting day of cultural and culinary adventures in Astana. From the first minutes of your arrival to the village you will be met by mischievous children in Kazakh traditional clothes which they usually wear during National holidays, celebration of birthday parties and in front of highly respected guests! During the visit, you have a unique opportunity to watch Berkut show (Golden eagles). Berkuts are endangered species registered in the Red Book of Kazakhstan. Hunting with golden eagles is one of the most unique traditions of Kazakh people. Eagle hunter is called “kusbegi” or “berkutchi”. Currently, there are few families left who continue carrying the skill and one of them is our host. After lunch you can try your skills in horse riding. If you have no experience this is a perfect opportunity to learn it from our kusbegi!
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