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KarLag Museum and Karaganda Tour
Back to the USSR: Travel throught time to Stalin-Era Kazakhstan
Route
Astana
KarLag
Lunch
Karaganda
Return to Astana
Themes:
Cultural Tours
Group size:
Max 12
Tour Duration
~10 hours
Price from
$130 USD
Return to Astana
Drop-off at your hotel, accommodation, or any location of your choice
Drive
(2.5 hr)
Karaganda
Unveil the region’s past as you explore Karaganda’s Soviet monuments, architecture, and historic theatres. (1.5 hr)
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch in an authentic Russian restaurant. (45 min)
Drive
(45 min)
KarLag
Step into one of the darkest remnants of the Soviet era and uncover the stories, struggles, and lasting impact of Karlag. (1.5 hr)
(3 hr)
Drive
Pickup
Convenient pick-up from your hotel, accommodation, or any location of your choice
Perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in the USSR and the Gulag labor camps, this full-day tour (about 10 hours) feels like stepping into a time machine, transporting you to one of the most haunting chapters of Soviet history
Guided tour of monuments in Karaganda
Entry to and guided tour of the KarLag Museum
Lunch with authentic Russian cuisine (vegetarian options available)
Bottled water for the journey
Comfortable private vehicle & expert guide
Private pickup and drop-off
What’s Included:
Tour program
Tour price
1 person / per person
$325 USD
2 people / per person
$185 USD
3 people / per person
$145 USD
4 people / per person
$130 USD
Price varies by group size
Special discounts available for kids!
Let’s discuss your trip and find a comfortable price