Aksay Gorge: Stone Castle and Aksay Skete

The route to the hermitage passes through picturesque forests and mountain landscapes, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and sublimity. The hermitage attracts tourists with its history, architecture and stunning mountain views, making it a popular place for pilgrimage and meditation.
Private
6 hrs
Group size up to 6 persons
Mobile ticket
English, Русский язык
Children allowed

What is not included

lunch
water

Details

This walking route to the Stone Castle and Aksai Monastery includes a transfer from the city. The route is 2 kilometers long one way, with an altitude gain of 370 meters. Along the way, we will make a stop at the Stone Castle, one of the man-made attractions of the Ile-Alatau National Park. The fabulous fortress on the bank of a turbulent mountain river in the Aksai Gorge was built single-handedly by amateur architect Ivan Plotnikov over 30 years. After visiting the castle, the route continues to the Seraphim-Feognost Aksai Monastery, a unique attraction not only in Kazakhstan, but throughout Central Asia.

This is
individual
excursion
Only your group
Only you, your friends or family will be on the tour. Time on this excursion is time spent with loved ones.
Personal guide
Always at your disposal, your guide will tailor your program and suggest places of interest for children, where to eat and what to see.
Economical
The cost of an individual excursion is comparable to the cost of a group excursion if you are going with someone else.

Important Info

Aksay Skete is located in Ile-Alatau National Park near Almaty. It is a secluded place of religious pilgrimage and hiking, surrounded by picturesque mountains and forests. The skete was founded almost a hundred years ago by monks who were hiding from persecution, and is known for its rich history. The path to it passes through a dense forest, and at the top you can enjoy stunning views of the gorge.
100 000 ₸
per group
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Tour program

Program:

08:00 – Departure from the hotel
09:00 – Arrival at the Stone Castle, 30 minutes for sightseeing
10:00 – Start of the walking route to the monastery
11:00 – Arrival at the Aksay Skete, excursion
12:00 – Snack
13:00 – Descent back
14:00 – Departure from the gorge
15:00 – Return to the hotel
This plan will allow you to enjoy the nature and cultural attractions of the Aksay Gorge at a comfortable pace.

Price
Ticket
Offer for group of 1-3 persons
100 000 ₸
per group
Offer for group of 4-6 persons
120 000 ₸
per group
For any payment method you must book a ticket through the booking form below and receive confirmation by e-mail and (or) SMS.

What places you will see

Aksay Gorge
Stone Castle
Seraphim-Feognostovsky Aksay Skete.

Activity book period

You can book tour up to 6 hours in advance.

Languages in what activity is performed

English, Russian

Directions to meet your guide

Transfer from a hotel within the city

How long your tour will be

6 hrs

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100 000 ₸
per group
How can I pay for the tour?
The guide on the spot
You don't need to pay anything now
Prepayment on the website
Pay the remaining amount on the spot
Payment on the website
You don't need to pay anything on the spot
For prepayment and payment on the website, a full refund is available upon cancellation 48 hours in advance
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138 Baytursynova st
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