A 3-hour city walking tour that includes Green Bazaar and a chocolate shop, with optional paid food and wine tastings.
The Almaty City Highlights Walking Tour with Chocolate Shop is a roughly three-hour guided walk through central Almaty, Kazakhstan, listed on Expedia. The booking page names no separate operator in the available listing data, so visitors should check the Expedia activity page for the company running the departure. The exact meeting point is given on the booking confirmation, and the route passes Green Bazaar (Zelenyi Bazaar) at 53 Zhibek Zholy Avenue, the city's main covered market. The walk mixes sightseeing with food stops rather than being a dedicated tasting menu. At Green Bazaar the group visits the market floor, where dried fruit, nuts, honey, dairy products and cured meats are sold, and a chocolate shop visit adds the sweet element of the tour. Savoury content is lighter than on a full food tour, and the optional paid add-ons expand it: a local food tasting costs $20 (about KZT 9,400) and a winery tasting costs $15 (about KZT 7,050). The base price starts from $20 per adult (about KZT 9,400), so the total ranges from about $20 up to around $55 per person when both add-ons are chosen. The listing includes the Green Bazaar stop, the chocolate shop visit and the optional food and wine tasting. It does not make clear whether transport is provided, and the route is described as a walking tour, so visitors should expect to cover the distances on foot. Group size, language and dietary substitutions are not stated in the listing data, so these should be confirmed with the booking page or the provider before the date, especially for vegetarian or dairy-free diners, since local snacks often contain meat and dairy. Almaty sits at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains, and central streets are mostly flat, which keeps a three-hour walk manageable. The tour suits first-time visitors who want a short orientation with some local flavours at a modest price.
| Price | From $20 per adult (approx KZT 9,400); add-on local food tasting $20 (approx KZT 9,400), winery tasting $15 (approx KZT 7,050) |
|---|---|
| Duration | About 3 hours |
| Address | Meeting point given on booking confirmation; route passes Green Bazaar, 53 Zhibek Zholy Avenue |
What is included
- Green Bazaar stop
- Chocolate shop visit
- Optional food and wine tasting
Good to know
- Operator
- Name Listed on Expedia, Website https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/almaty-city-highlights-walking-tour-with-chocolate-shop.a50255922.activity-details
Location
Meeting point given on booking confirmation; route passes Green Bazaar, 53 Zhibek Zholy Avenue
43.2637, 76.9546 View on map
Highlights
- About three hours of guided walking through central Almaty
- Stop at Green Bazaar, the city's main covered market
- Chocolate shop visit as the sweet stop
- Optional add-on food tasting ($20) and winery tasting ($15)
Tips for visiting
- Book the optional food tasting if a meal substitute is wanted, since the base tour is light on food.
- Check the booking confirmation for the exact meeting point, as none is fixed in the listing.
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for about three hours on foot.
- Bring small bills in tenge for market purchases such as dried fruit or honey.
- Raise dietary restrictions with the provider before the date.
When to visit
Year-round. Morning departures are best for market activity, and Green Bazaar is closed on Mondays.
Accessibility
The tour is on foot for about three hours, and Green Bazaar has crowded aisles, so mobility-limited visitors should check the booking page or provider for suitability.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the walking tour cost?
It starts from $20 per adult (about KZT 9,400). A food tasting add-on is $20 and a winery tasting is $15, giving a total of up to about $55.
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts about three hours.
What stops are included?
The route includes Green Bazaar and a chocolate shop, with optional food and wine tastings available as paid add-ons.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is given on the booking confirmation.
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Almaty City Highlights Walking Tour with Chocolate Shop
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