This immersive six-day journey to Almaty, Kazakhstan, is a perfect blend of urban exploration, natural wonders, and cultural experiences. Begin your adventure with a warm welcome and a relaxing evening in the city. Discover the breathtaking Shymbulak Mountains via gondola, stroll through the vibrant Panfilov Promenade and Arbat Street, and marvel at the serene beauty of Kolsai Lakes. Explore the ghostly underwater forest of Kaindy Lake and the awe-inspiring Charyn Canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon. Dive into local culture at the bustling Green Bazaar and indulge in treats at the Rakhat Chocolate Shop, followed by a panoramic sunset at Kok Tobe Hill. Conclude your trip with unforgettable memories of Almaty's vibrant colors and diverse attractions, leaving you enchanted by this Central Asian gem.
Arrival at the Almaty International Airport. Clear your customs & immigration procedures. Meet and greet by your English-speaking guide. Later, you will be transferred from the airport to your hotel. Chocolates & refreshing napkins will be served on your vehicle. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi on your vehicle. Please ask your guide for login details. After reaching your hotel, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. The rest of the day will be free at leisure. You can either enjoy the hotel amenities or you can go through your nearby surroundings on your own. Later, enjoy an overnight stay in Almaty.
Breakfast at the hotel. After Breakfast, get ready for a day full of adventures and thrills. Visit the Shymbulak mountains – Level 3 via Gondola. In just 1 hour, you can get from Almaty city to its highest point (3200 meters) and drink coffee in the highest bar in the CIS using a 3-tier world-class Gondola. On Shymbulak, you can have a great time even if you can’t ski or snowboard. All-day entertainment for the whole family is provided by cafes and restaurants with excellent cuisine, an observation deck with powerful binoculars that rotate 360 degrees, and a playground. For those who want to enjoy the mountain silence and admire the snowy slopes, the resort offers high-class hotels and various kinds of adventure activities such as Ziplining, Paragliding, Horse riding, etc. Later, enjoy your lunch in Shymbulak on a choice of your restaurant in the city on your own. Later, proceed to your hotel for some relaxation. Later after relaxing, embark on the Panfilov Promenade & Arbat Street walking tour. Walk around the Panfilov promenade. The promenade which overlooks the Kazakh Opera & Ballet Theatre is lined with small shops, eateries, and cafes & beautiful lights. You will enjoy hearing many local musicians singing songs & playing local musical instruments. The tour will end on Arbat Street with lots of shopping outlets and street entertainment. After the day, return to your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay in Almaty.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, start your journey from your hotel to the iconic Kolsai Lakes National Park. The “Pearl of the Tien Shan”, Kolsai Lakes are located 300 km from Almaty which will take around 4 hours of travel, in the spurs of the Kungei-Alatau ridge. It is also called Kazakh Switzerland. These are some of the most beautiful mountain lakes surrounded by steep mountain slopes. After reaching your resort, complete the check-in process. Relax and freshen up. Later, get ready to explore Kolsai. Bask in the beauty of nature. Enjoy a boat ride on Lake Kolsai or ride a horse to explore the area. Later, after the day, return to your resort. Relax and freshen up. Enjoy an overnight stay in Kolsai.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, visit Kaindy Lake – Ghostly Underwater Forest. Kaindy Lake is an idyllic mountain lake. The lake was formed after an earthquake in 1911, which caused a major landslide, effectively creating a natural dam. Successively, rainwater filled the valley and created the lake. After Kaindy Lake, enjoy your lunch(on your own) and proceed to visit Charyn Canyon - a 12-million-year-old Canyon. It is often compared to the American Grand Canyon as Charyn Canyon is the second largest canyon in the world, only after the Grand Canyon. The total length of the canyon is 154 kilometres and the river of the same name Charyn flows at the bottom of the canyon, which exceeds 360 kilometres in the overall length. After your exploration in Kolsai, return back to Almaty. After reaching, complete the check-in process. Relax and Freshen up. The rest of the time will be free for leisure. Enjoy an overnight stay.
Breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, head straight towards the Zelyony Bazaar, also known as the Green Bazaar. This bazaar is your typical local market where you can purchase everything starting from meat to spices to fruits to even clothes and furniture. The key to shopping here is that you should have a flair for bargaining, and you can get everything at a very reasonable rate. You will be delighted to see the colorful atmosphere and the variety of goods available.
After that, visit the famous Rakhat Chocolate shop located next to the Green Bazaar. Rakhat, which means "pleasure" in Kazakh is the oldest manufacturer of chocolates dating back to almost 70 years. They also make chocolates for people suffering from diabetes and their low-calorie products like candies, cookies, and waffles for people and tourists. Almaty is a paradise for all your shopping, so you can head to some of the major malls that the city offers. We recommend Dostyk Plaza, Esentai Mall & Mega Mall for high-end quality shopping.
Later after the daytime, enjoy sunset at the Koktobe Hills. KokTobe is the highest point in the city of Almaty standing on a 1100 m hill at the south-east edge of the city. It is worth a visit to KokTobe because of its panoramic view of the city from all directions. To reach KokTobe Hill, one should take a cable car ride which starts near Hotel Novotel and goes over some of the oldest parts of Almaty and the magnificent fruit-growing gardens. Once you reach the KokTobe hill, you will see the famous 372 m high TV Tower which is visible from far away and offers great views of the mountains and the city plus many attractions at the top including many restaurants serving cuisines from across the globe. After completing your day, return to your hotel, enjoy your dinner on your own, and overnight stay in Almaty.
Early Morning check-out from the hotel with Packed breakfast. It’s time to say goodbye to this beautiful city. Our driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight home or to an onward destination
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