Kazakhstan
Tour Overview
Discover the beauty of Kazakhstan with a journey that blends modern city life, stunning mountain landscapes, and unique cultural experiences. Explore the vibrant city of Almaty, visit iconic attractions like Kok-Tobe Hill, Shymbulak Ski Resort, and the breathtaking Charyn Canyon.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Almaty city with top attractions & local experiences
- Visit Kok-Tobe Hill & enjoy panoramic city views
- Experience Shymbulak Ski Resort & mountain landscapes
- Discover the stunning beauty of Charyn Canyon
- Perfect mix of nature, adventure, and city life
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Almaty
• Fly from India to Almaty, Kazakhstan. • Complete immigration formalities and transfer to hotel. • Check-in and overnight stay in Almaty.
Day 2 – Almaty City Tour | Panfilov & Arbat Walking Tour | Evening at Kok Tobe
• City tour: Panfilov’s 28 Guardsmen Garden, Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov Heroes WWII Memorial. • Walk through Panfilov & Arbat Streets, visit Astana Square. • Evening: Cable car to Kok Tobe for sunset views, rides, shops, and restaurants. • Return to hotel, overnight in Almaty.
Day 3 – Shymbulak Ski Resort & Cable Car Ride
• Transfer to Shymbulak Mountains (30 km, ~1 hour). • Cable car ride in 3 parts to the top of the resort. • Enjoy mountain views (green in summer, snow-covered in winter). • Return to hotel, overnight in Almaty.
Day 4 – Transfer to Kolsay Lake | Explore Charyn Canyon En-route
• Road trip to Kolsay Lake, stopping at Charyn Canyon for a hike among natural rock formations. • Continue to Kolsay Lake and enjoy the scenic surroundings. • Transfer to hotel in Saty Village, overnight stay.
Day 5 – Transfer to Almaty | Visit Kaindy Lake
• Local van ride (~8 km) to Kaindy Lake, famous for its blue waters in summer and frozen surface in winter. • Return to Almaty and check-in to hotel. • Overnight stay in Almaty.
Day 6 – Departure Day | DIY Sightseeing or Shopping | Airport Drop
What's included
- 04 nights accommodation with breakfast in Almaty
- 01 night accommodation with breakfast in Saty Village
- All transportation by A/C shared vehicles
- Almaty City Tour
- Cable car tickets: Kok Tobe & Shymbulak (3rd level)
- Kolsay Lake & Charyn Canyon visit
- Kaindy Lake with local van transfers
- 24/7 on-call travel assistance
- Airport pick-up and drop
- Services of English-speaking guide
What's not included
- Tours not included in the package
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- International flights & airport tax
- Single-occupancy rooms, early check-in, late check-out, hotel/room upgrades
- Drinks, personal expenses, and other unspecified services
- Travel insurance
- GST & TCS
Frequently Asked Questions
The package generally includes hotel accommodation, daily breakfast, airport transfers, sightseeing tours, transportation, and visits to major attractions. Inclusions may vary depending on the selected itinerary.
Most Kazakhstan tour packages focus on Almaty and nearby attractions such as Shymbulak Ski Resort, Medeu, Kok Tobe, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes, and Kaindy Lake.
Popular attractions include Shymbulak Ski Resort, Medeu Ice Rink, Kok Tobe Hill, Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lakes, and Kaindy Lake, offering a perfect mix of city experiences and natural beauty.
The best time to visit is from April to June and September to October for sightseeing and nature tours. December to February is ideal for skiing and enjoying snow-covered mountain landscapes.
Yes. Kazakhstan is an excellent honeymoon destination, offering scenic mountain views, luxury hotels, peaceful lakes, cable car rides, and romantic natural landscapes.