DISCOVER ALMATY

No Meal Included

Upon arrival in Almaty, you will meet your guide and proceed to your hotel for check-in. You will then have free time to explore the city on your own. Almaty is known as the "City of Apples", characterized by its vibrant flower at the foot of the Zailijski Alatau and is regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in central Asia. The city stands out with its wonderful greenery and magnificent view of the mountains. You will be staying overnight in Almaty.

Ascension Cathedral

Kok-Tobe Hill

Kok-Tobe Hill

Included Meals: Breakfast

Start your first morning in Almaty with a delicious breakfast at your hotel. Then, join a guided tour of Almaty City and Koktobe. Almaty offers a wealth of city attractions including historical and cultural sites, museums, and parks. It's essential to familiarize yourself with the city's history and visit its significant landmarks when beginning your trip to Almaty. To help you with that, we have designed the Almaty city overview tour, which features the most remarkable and important sights of the city. During the tour, we will visit The Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, Zenkov Cathedral, the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, Arbat, the Square of the Republic and Monument of Independence, and many other places of interest. Following the city tour, we will take a cable car (round trip) to explore the recreational park Kok-Tobe and enjoy some free time for activities. Then, we will return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Almaty.

Almaty

Cable Car Ride

Zenkov Cathedral

Included Meals: Breakfast

Good morning, Almaty! Start your day with a delicious breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast, you have the option to continue exploring the city or join the Medeo and Shymbulak Optional Tour. This tour includes a visit to the world's largest mountain skating rink, which is situated at an altitude of 1691 meters above sea level. At Shymbulak ski resort, nestled in the scenic Trans-Ili Alatau gorge at an altitude of 2260 meters above sea level, you'll have the opportunity to get close to the clouds. From there, a cable car will take you even higher to Talgar Pass, offering a breathtaking panorama of the Trans-Ili Alatau Mountains. The tour also takes you to the Medeo boundary, where you'll see a dam that protects the city from mudflows and descend the 842-step Health Stairs, a well-known local landmark. You'll travel by cable car from Medeo to Shymbulak and then descend to Medeo. After the tour, return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Almaty.

Shymbulak ski resort

Shymbulak ski resort

Shymbulak ski resort

Included Meals: Breakfast

Prepare for an exciting day starting with breakfast at the hotel before heading out to explore Charyn Canyon (Optional Day). This stunning canyon stretches for 154 kilometers, with the Charyn River flowing along its bottom. Then, visit Saty Village for a trek to Kolsay, one of the most beautiful places in Kazakhstan. Those who have visited these places never forget their beauty and tranquility. After a day of adventure and exploration, return to your hotel in Almaty to relax and unwind. Overnight stay in Almaty.

Charyn Canyon

Charyn Canyon

Lake in Charyn Canyon

Included Meals: Breakfast

Good morning! Today is your last day in this magical city. Wake up and enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. Afterward, pack up and check out from the hotel. Then, join the guide for a visit to the Oi Qaragai Resort. You'll have free time at the resort to experience winter activities (activities will have an additional charge). Finally, board the coach and depart to the airport for your return flight home.