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Discover Kazakhstan's most scenic corner on this 4-night, 5-day Almaty tour that blends city highlights with dramatic mountain and canyon landscapes. Explore Almaty's landmarks — Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, and the Memorial of Glory — before riding the cable car up to Kok-Tobe hill for panoramic city views. Browse the Green Bazaar and Rakhat chocolate shop, then head into the mountains to see the famous Medeu ice rink and the Shymbulak ski resort. The tour's highlight is a full day at Charyn Canyon and the alpine Kolsai Lakes, often called the "pearls of the Northern Tien Shan." With a relaxed pace, private transfers, and an English-speaking guide throughout, this package suits families, couples, and groups looking for an easy, well-rounded introduction to Almaty and its surrounding nature.
Arrive at Almaty International Airport, where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Complete the check-in formalities and settle in. Overnight stay in Almaty.
Meals: Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, set out on a city tour of Almaty. Visit Panfilov Park, the Zenkov Cathedral, the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, and Republic Square with its Monument of Independence.
Continue with a cable car ride up to Kok-Tobe, a hill in Almaty rising 1,100 metres above sea level and one of the city's main landmarks and symbols. Atop the hill, explore the Kok-Tobe Recreation Area, which features amusement park attractions, restaurants, and viewing platforms overlooking the city. After the visit, return by transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Almaty.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, visit the Green Bazaar, a well-known Almaty landmark where you can shop for a variety of national treats. Continue to the Rakhat chocolate market, where you can sample and buy Kazakhstan's popular national chocolate.
Next, visit Medeu, the famous ice rink located 1,691 metres above sea level. Built in 1972, it features a 10,500 sq. m ice surface suitable for skating, hockey, and figure-skating competitions. Continue with a cable car ride up to Shymbulak, one of Central Asia's top mountain resorts, known for its stunning alpine views and year-round activities. After the visit, return by transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Almaty.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to Charyn Canyon, located within Charyn National Park. The park was established on 23 February 2004 to preserve the area's natural and geological features, and it is home to a large number of rare and endangered species listed in the Red Book.
Continue to Kolsai Lakes National Park, located around 300 km from Almaty. The park features three stunning alpine lakes, ranging from 1,800 to 2,850 metres in elevation, known as the "pearls of the Northern Tien Shan." Famous for their clear blue water and dense pine forests, the lakes offer opportunities for hiking, horse riding, and boating. The best time to visit is between May and September, with the village of Saty serving as the main base for guesthouses. After the excursion, return by transfer to the hotel. Overnight stay in Almaty.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast at the hotel, check out and transfer to Almaty International Airport for your departure.
Meals: Breakfast
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