Zhibek Zhol - Favorite Promenade of Almaty Residents and Kazakh Tea Ceremony
About this experience
Silk Road, that's how the name of the street translates, is the most pleasant place for walks in Almaty. Here you will discover the history of the Gostiny Dvor and merchant houses. Listen to street musicians, watch craftsmen and artists, and learn how Zhibek Zhol became a center of creativity. And in a colorful establishment, while chatting about the lives of Almaty residents, you will taste our authentic dishes.
What to expect
Favorite promenade of city residents and guests
Our route runs along the street named after the famous caravan trade route that passed through the territory of Southern Kazakhstan between East Asia and the Mediterranean. You will see old merchant houses and hear stories about the periods of its peaks of popularity and oblivion. We will talk about how the first stone-paved street in the city became the center of attraction for the entire "golden square", as well as a place for the development of artistry, where anyone can perform or join a group of musicians, dancers, and artists.
Flavors and aromas of Zhibek Zhol
Strolling along the confectionery factory "Rahat", you will inhale divine aromas of chocolate, taste Eastern sweets and traditional meat products at the market. And in the end, we will have a Kazakh tea ceremony in an ethno-restaurant with a beautiful interior. You will try such national delicacies as baursaks, sumesut, and maisok or taste continental desserts. And in this authentic setting, you will learn about the features of our cuisine, way of life, customs, residents, history, and city traditions.
Organizational details
- Wear comfortable shoes and bring a good mood, and we will provide Kazakh hospitality :)
- No extra costs are expected - all tastings are included in the tour price
- Payment of the remaining part of the tour cost is accepted in tenge only on the day of the tour. The tenge amount is fixed at the current exchange rate of the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the day of order confirmation, we will inform you about it in our correspondence.
