Description
Period: All year around
Individuals dates available on request
Group size: min 2-15 persons
Tour length: Driving part – 1200 km, walking part – 35 km
Tour route: Almaty – BAO – Tanbaly – Charyn – Kolsai – Kaiyndy – Almaty
Transport: Comfortable tourist class transport
The Alma-Ata region, now known as the Almaty region, is located in the southeast of Kazakhstan and is one of the most picturesque and culturally rich regions of the country. Here are some interesting places to visit in this region:
Almaty (formerly Alma-Ata)
The largest city in the region and its administrative center, Almaty is known for its beautiful parks, eclectic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. Some iconic places to visit include Panfilov Park, Medeu Ice Skating Rink, Kok-Tobe Mountain, and Central Park.
Charyn Canyon
This remarkable natural formation is sometimes likened to the Grand Canyon. The canyon stretches for about 80 kilometers and offers stunning views of red rock formations and gorges.
Big Almaty Lake
Situated at an altitude of around 2500 meters in the Zailiyskiy Alatau Mountains, this beautiful lake attracts tourists with its scenic beauty and opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and picnicking.
Bauyrzhan Momishuly Alisher Alshin Museum
Located in the city of Talgar, this museum is dedicated to the outstanding Kazakh poet, writer, and public figure Bauyrzhan Momishuly Alisher Alshin. The museum offers exhibits dedicated to his life and work.
Kumbel Resort
This resort is located in a picturesque valley at an altitude of around 2000 meters. Visitors can enjoy clean mountain air, hike along trails, and appreciate the beauty of the mountainous landscape.
Ile-Alatau State National Park
This park is situated within the Zailiyskiy Alatau mountain range and offers fantastic opportunities for hiking, mountaineering, and wildlife viewing.
Khan Shatyr
This iconic structure in Astana, the modern administrative center of Kazakhstan, is a symbol of the city. Khan Shatyr is a vast tent-like structure housing entertainment, shopping, and cultural venues.
Additional information
These are just a few of the many interesting places to visit in Almaty Region, Kazakhstan. The region is rich in both historical and natural attractions, offering diverse opportunities for relaxation and exploration.
Remarks:
- The time indicated is approximate;
- The excursion program can change depending on your wishes,
- Changing places of visit and duration of the excursion.
Exclusions
- Meals on the 1st, 2nd and 7th day. There will be a choice of restaurants and cafes with different cuisines and themes.
- Hotel accommodation.
- Minibar and other services in hotel rooms.
- Flights.
- Visa support to Kazakhstan.
- Medical costs and insurance.
- Additional excursions not included in the tour program.
- Alcoholic drinks.
- Tips for personal services.
Inclusions
- Accommodation in guest houses in the village of Saty and in the State National Park Altyn Emel.
- Meals according to the program: lunch (lunch boxes on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th day. 5th and 6th day full board)
- Visit to the Arasan bath complex.
- Transport services throughout the entire tour, including meeting and seeing off, excursions.
- All excursions specified in the tour, including entrance fees, environmental fees and travel fees.
- Mineral water at crossings.
Tour itinerary
Arrival in Almaty 10:00
Departure for a sightseeing tour of Almaty. Visit to Republic Square, State Museum. Visit to the Park of 28 Panfilov Men, the Museum of National Instruments
13:00 Lunch (not included in price)
14:30 Continuation of the excursion around Almaty
16:30 Ascent by cable car to the observation deck with an entertainment complex on Mount Kok-Tobe. Excursion
19:00 Return to the hotel, free time
Alma-Ata
07:30 Breakfast at the hotel
08:30 Departure to Big Almaty Lake, along the way visit the Sunkar falcon nursery
11:00 Arrival at the lake, excursion
12:30 Lunch in nature (lunch boxes)
13:30 Free time
15:00 Departure to the city
16:30 Visit to the Arasan bath complex
19:00 Transfer to the hotel, dinner (not included in the price)
Alma-Ata
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 Departure for the excursion “Petroglyphs of Tanbaly”
12:00 Arrival at the petroglyphs, walking tour
14:30 Lunch in nature (lunch boxes), free time
16:30 Packing and departure to the hotel
19:30 Arrival at the hotel, dinner (not included in the price)
Alma-Ata – Saty village
07:30 Breakfast at the hotel
08:30 Departure for the excursion “Valley of Castles of the Charyn Canyon”
12:30 Arrival and excursion to the Charyn canyons
14:30 Lunch in nature (lunch boxes)
16:30 Transfer to Kolsai Lakes
19:00 Arrival in the village of Saty, accommodation in guest houses with local residents
20:00 Dinner, free time
Saty village
09:00 Breakfast
09:30 Departure for an excursion to Lake Kolsai 1
12:00 Walking excursion to Lake Kolsai 2
15:00 Lunch in nature
17:00 Descent to Lake Kolsay 1
20:00 Dinner
Saty-Alma-Ata
09:00 Breakfast
09:30 Car excursion to Lake Kaiyndy
13:00 Lunch, optional horse ride around the area
14:30 Departure to Almaty
19:00 Arrival at the hotel, dinner (not included in the price)
Almaty-Aeroport
08:00 Breakfast at the hotel
09:00 Shopping trip to shopping centers and markets in Almaty
12:00 Check out from the hotel
13:00 Continuation of shopping
19:00 Transfer to the airport
Tour Map
Tour Gallery
Tour Prices
On request
For group the price is negotiated
