Day 1: Arrival to Almaty

Welcome to Almaty – City of a Thousand Colors! After clearing customs and immigration and collecting your baggage, you will be met by your guide in the arrivals hall. You will be escorted to your vehicle, where bottled water and refreshing napkins will be provided. Transfer to the hotel. Check-in and rest.

Day 2: Almaty City Tour – Kok Tobe Hill

Breakfast at the hotel

• 10:00 – Start of City Tour

• Attractions: Republic Square, Monument of Independence, Astana Square, Abai Square, Palace of Republic, Presidential Park, Museum of Musical Instruments.

Kok Tobe Hill

• Take a cable car ride starting near Hotel Novotel

• Visit the famous 372m high TV Tower

• Enjoy panoramic city views and various attractions and restaurants at the top

18:00 – Drop-off at hotel

Day 3: Almarasan Gorge – Sunkar Falcon Show

08:00 – Departure to Almarasan Gorge

• Enjoy scenic landscapes with fir forests, birch groves, berries, and more

• Located on the northern slope of the Zailiysky Alatau Mountains

• Rivers: Prohodnaya and Kazachka (merge into Bolshaya Almatinka River)

Lunch at a local café/restaurant

15:30 – Visit to Sunkar Family Recreation Center

• Watch falcon show, explore walnut grove

• Optional horse riding lessons

19:00 – Return and drop-off at hotel

Day 4: Charyn Canyon – Kolsai Lakes – Saty

07:00 – Early departure after breakfast

Charyn Canyon

• Travel via the Sogetinskaya Valley

• Explore Lunar Canyon (Uzunbulak), Yellow Canyon, and the Valley of Castles

• Optional night sky viewing (if staying overnight)

Arrival in Saty – Lunch

Kolsai Lakes

• Enjoy pristine alpine lakes, pine forests, and peaceful scenery

• Hiking trails and gazebos along the lakeside

19:00–20:00 – Return to Almaty

Day 5: Medeo Skating Rink – Shymbulak – Shopping Tour

10:00 – Visit Medeo Sports Complex

• High-mountain skating rink, dam, and forested slopes

Shymbulak Ski Resort

• Cable car to Big Talgar Pass

• Stunning views of Tien Shan mountains

Lunch

Shopping Tour

• Green Bazaar: local produce, spices, clothes

• Rakhat Chocolate Shop: chocolates, diabetic-friendly products

• Modern shopping malls: Esentai Mall, Dostyk Plaza, Villa Boutique & Restaurants, MEGA Alma-Ata

18:00 – Hotel drop-off

Day 6: Departure from Almaty

Breakfast at the hotel Check-out and transfer to the airport with driver assistance.

Tour Recommendations

• Footwear: Wear comfortable walking shoes.

• Clothing: Bring warm clothing layers; mountain temperatures vary.

Group Pricing (USD per person in DBL/TWN accommodation)

Single Supplement:

Children Policy

Please Note: Prices and availability are accurate at the time of inquiry but may change. Final pricing may vary based on the USD to KZT exchange rate.

Price Includes

• Private round-trip airport–hotel–airport transfers

• 5 nights accommodation in Double/Twin room with breakfast

• Private transportation throughout all tours (guide-driver for 2–4 guests)

• Entrance and eco fees to all mentioned sites

• Guide speaking English, Arabic, or Turkish (other languages on request)

• 1 liter bottled water per person per day

Price Excludes

• International airfare

• Meals (unless specified)

• Early check-in & late check-out

• Visa fees

• Optional activities not mentioned

• Personal expenses

• Single room supplement