Pre-BEX Tours
TBEX Asia 2026 | Almaty, Kazakhstan | Pre-BEX Tours
Pre-BEX Tours:
- Only registered conference attendees can sign up for a Pre-BEX Tour.
- Pre-BEX Tours are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. No guests, companions, or plus-ones are permitted unless they, too, are registered. There are no waitlists once a tour becomes full.
- Please sign up with the same email address used when you registered for TBEX Asia 2026. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in TBEX activities.
- If you need to cancel any Pre-BEX Tour you have signed up for at any time before the event for any reason PLEASE go to your Reg Fox account and cancel the tour ASAP to do so. Others can then take your cancelled spot(s). Thank you for your understanding and cooperation with this.
- Occasionally Tours may be altered or canceled due to weather, operational needs, or partner availability. Participants will be notified.
Pre-BEX Tour #1
Cultural & Historical Walk: Discover Almaty
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location / Time
Return Time
Meet at 9:30
Approximately 2:45 PM
Highlight
This comfortable city tour is designed for bloggers, storytellers, and visual creators, showcasing some of Almaty’s most photogenic and culturally rich spots. The route includes a walk along Arbat and Panfilov Street, with stops at the Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre, Panfilov Park, the striking Ascension Cathedral, and the Museum of Folk Musical Instruments. It offers a relaxed pace with plenty of opportunities for photos, storytelling, and cultural insight.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 09:30–10:00 | Meet-up, registration, boarding |
| 10:00–10:30 | Transfer to the city center |
| 10:30–11:00 | Walk along Arbat, introductory briefing |
| 11:00–11:30 | Panfilov Street, photo stops |
| 11:30–11:45 | Abai Opera and Ballet Theatre, photo stop |
| 11:45–12:15 | Walk/transfer to Panfilov Park |
| 12:15–12:45 | Walk in the park, historical commentary |
| 12:45–13:10 | Ascension Cathedral |
| 13:20–14:00 | Museum of Folk Musical Instruments |
| 14:15–14:45 | Return |
Pre-BEX Tour #2
Mountains, Flavors, and Lights of Almaty: Kok-Tobe, Green Bazaar, and Rakhat
Date
Thursday, August 20
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 2:00 PM
Approximately 8 PM
Highlight
A scenic and flavor-filled city experience designed for bloggers and food creators. The tour begins with a cable car ride to Kok-Tobe, offering sweeping panoramic views and photo opportunities. From there, continue into the heart of local culture at the Green Bazaar, where vibrant stalls, tastings, and storytelling bring the city’s culinary scene to life. The experience concludes with a visit to the Rakhat flagship store, a beloved destination for traditional sweets and local specialties, blending iconic views with authentic flavors and content-worthy moments throughout.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 14:30–15:00 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 15:00–15:35 | Transfer to the lower Kok-Tobe station |
| 15:35–15:50 | Tickets, group assembly |
| 15:50–16:00 | Cable car ascent |
| 16:00–17:20 | Kok-Tobe: walk, viewpoints, photos |
| 17:20–17:35 | Descent |
| 17:35–17:55 | Transfer to the Green Bazaar |
| 17:55–18:45 | Green Bazaar: tastings and storytelling |
| 18:45–19:00 | Transfer to Rakhat |
| 19:00–19:30 | Visit to the Rakhat store |
| 19:30–20:00 | Return |
Pre-BEX Tour #3
High-Altitude Adventure: Medeu – Shymbulak
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 9:00 AM
Approximately 4:00 PM
Highlight
A high-altitude mountain experience crafted for travel creators and scenic explorers. The journey begins at Medeu, the world-famous skating rink set against a dramatic alpine backdrop, before ascending by cable car to Shymbulak. Continue higher into the mountains toward the Talgar Pass, where sweeping panoramic views provide striking photo opportunities. The experience includes time to explore, capture content, and enjoy traditional mountain tea, blending fresh air, breathtaking landscapes, and a true sense of elevation.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 09:00–09:30 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 09:30–10:15 | Transfer to Medeu |
| 10:15–10:45 | Medeu: overview, photos, introduction |
| 10:45–11:00 | Walk to the cable car |
| 11:00–11:25 | Ascent to Shymbulak |
| 11:25–11:45 | Shymbulak base area |
| 11:45–12:20 | Ascent toward the Talgar Pass |
| 12:20–13:10 | Upper point: views, photos, tea |
| 13:10–13:45 | Descent to the base area |
| 13:45–14:30 | Free time at the base area |
| 14:30–15:00 | Descent to Medeu |
| 15:20–16:00 | Return |
Pre-BEX Tour #4
Immersion in Nomadic Culture: Huns Ethno-Village
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 9:30
Approximately 3:15 PM
Highlight
An immersive cultural experience at the Huns Ethno-Village, offering a vibrant introduction to the traditions of Central Asia. Guests are welcomed with engaging demonstrations, including traditional rituals and horseback games, along with hands-on activities such as yurt exploration and baursak-making. The experience also includes time to capture photos and create content, making it ideal for international delegations, MICE groups, and bloggers seeking an authentic and interactive cultural showcase.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 09:00–09:30 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 09:30–10:45 | Transfer to the Huns Ethno-Village |
| 10:45–11:00 | Welcome block, organizational briefing |
| 11:00–11:40 | Introduction to the complex and cultural briefing |
| 11:40–12:30 | Show program, rituals, horseback elements |
| 12:30–13:00 | Workshop: yurt / baursaks / interactive activities |
| 13:00–13:30 | Free time, photos, content |
| 13:45–15:00 | Return to Almaty |
| 15:00–15:15 | Drop-off |
Pre-BEX Tour #5
Art District: Museums and Galleries of Almaty
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 10:00 AM
Approximately 3:30 PM
Highlight
A curated journey through Almaty’s artistic and cultural identity, blending classical heritage with contemporary expression and urban storytelling. The experience features visits to leading museums, innovative art spaces like Tselinny, and a striking public art installation near Sairan. Designed for art creators, cultural journalists, and visually driven travelers, the tour offers a layered perspective on the city through its art, architecture, and evolving creative scene.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 10:00–10:30 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 10:30–10:50 | Transfer to the Almaty Museum of Arts |
| 10:50–11:50 11:50–12:10 12:10–13:00 | Visit to the Almaty Museum of Arts Transfer to the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan Visit to the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan |
| 13:10–13:20 | Transfer to Tselinny |
| 13:20–14:00 | Visit to Tselinny |
| 14:00–14:20 | Transfer to the Sairan area |
| 14:20–14:40 | Art installation “Dog Rescue Chain” |
| 14:40–15:20 | Return |
Pre-BEX Tour #6
Charyn Canyon: Valley of Castles and Kolsai Lake
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 7:00 AM
Approximately 9:15 PM
Highlight
A fast-paced, one-day nature escape designed for those looking to experience two of the region’s most iconic landscapes in a single journey. The route combines the dramatic rock formations of Charyn Canyon’s Valley of Castles with a brief visit to the serene Lower Kolsai Lake. Ideal for travel creators and nature lovers, this express tour offers striking scenery and content-rich moments, all within an efficient, long-distance adventure.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 07:00–07:30 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 07:30–10:45 | Transfer to Charyn |
| 10:45–12:15 | Charyn: Valley of Castles, walk, photos |
| 12:15–12:45 | Group gathering, comfort stop, snack |
| 12:45–14:45 | Transfer toward Kolsai |
| 14:45–15:45 | Short stop at Lower Kolsai |
| 15:45–16:00 | Group gathering |
| 16:00–21:00 | Return to Almaty |
| 21:00–21:15 | Drop-off |
Pre-BEX Tour #7
Eco-Relax: Ayusai and Alma-Arasan
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 8:00 AM
Approximately 4:15 PM
Highlight
A gentle nature escape designed for those seeking fresh air and scenic beauty without strenuous hiking. The route follows the Ayusai trails, offering relaxed walks, photo opportunities, and an introduction to the local mountain ecology. The experience continues to the Alma-Arasan area, where guests can unwind in a peaceful natural setting, enjoy time for content creation, and relax with tea surrounded by alpine landscapes.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 08:00–08:30 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 08:30–09:20 | Transfer to Ayusai |
| 09:20–09:40 | Briefing, restroom stop, preparation for the walk |
| 09:40–11:40 | Walk along the Ayusai route, photo stops |
| 11:40–12:00 | Group gathering, short rest |
| 12:00–12:30 | Transfer to the Alma-Arasan area |
| 12:30–13:30 | Nature stop, free time, content creation |
| 13:30–14:15 | Relaxation / tea / informal session |
| 14:15–14:45 | Сбор, посадка |
| 14:45–16:15 | Return |
Pre-BEX Tour #8
Code of the Ancestors: Tamgaly Museum-Reserve
Date
Thursday, August 20 and Friday, August 21
Number of Participants
20
Meeting Location/Time
Return Location/Time
Meet at 7:30 AM
Approximately 5:30 PM
Highlight
An immersive archaeological journey to Tamgaly, showcasing ancient petroglyphs, sacred monuments, and expansive steppe landscapes. Rich in history and storytelling, the experience offers a deeper connection to the region’s cultural heritage through guided exploration and striking visual scenes. Ideal for documentary creators, cultural storytellers, and international guests seeking a meaningful and visually powerful route beyond the city.
Notes
Wear comfortable shoes and bring sun protection, including a hat. Bring water and your own snacks for the day, as food options may vary.
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| 07:30–08:00 | Meet-up and boarding |
| 08:00–10:15 | Transfer to Tamgaly |
| 10:15–10:30 | Welcome block, restroom stop, introductory briefing |
| 10:30–12:30 | Main tour of the petroglyphs and landscape |
| 12:30–13:00 | Short rest / snack |
| 13:00–14:00 | Additional route through the complex, photos |
| 14:00–14:20 | Group gathering |
| 14:20–16:50 | Return to Almaty |
| 16:50–17:30 | Drop Off |
