This 8-day Almaty tour package offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and urban exploration in Kazakhstan’s most vibrant city. With Almaty as your base for the entire journey, the itinerary ensures a smooth experience with daily returns to your hotel and no need for inter-city travel. From iconic city landmarks like Zenkov Cathedral and Republic Square to scenic excursions to Big Almaty Lake, Medeu, and Shymbulak, the trip is rich in both relaxation and adventure. Highlights include a full-day journey to the breathtaking Charyn Canyon, a traditional eagle hunting show, and a visit to Tamgaly Tas and the Nomad Film Set for a glimpse into Kazakhstan’s cultural roots. Optional activities and free time allow you to personalize your experience, whether you prefer shopping, mountain views, or engaging with local traditions. With all nights spent in Almaty, this itinerary is ideal for travelers who prefer a single-city stay with diverse day trips.
🏞️ Highlights:
Discover city landmarks: Zenkov Cathedral, Republic Square, and Kok-Tobe Hill
Visit Medeu Ice Rink and ride the cable car to Shymbulak Ski Resort
Enjoy breathtaking views at Big Almaty Lake and experience a falconry show
Explore the stunning Charyn Canyon and the “Valley of Castles”
Take cultural day trips to Tamgaly Tas and the Nomad Film Set
Free day for leisure, shopping at Green Bazaar, or optional local tours
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Arrival in Almaty
Almaty
Upon arrival at Almaty International Airport, meet your representative and transfer to your hotel in Almaty. After check-in, spend the rest of the day at leisure to relax or explore nearby attractions like Panfilov Park or enjoy a stroll along Arbat Street. Return to your hotel in Almaty for overnight stay.
Day 2 :
Almaty City Tour – History & Culture
Almaty
In the morning, after breakfast at the hotel, embark on a full-day Almaty city tour. Visit iconic sites including Zenkov Cathedral, Republic Square, Independence Monument, and the Central State Museum. In the afternoon, ride the Kok-Tobe Cable Car for panoramic views of the city. Return to your hotel in Almaty for overnight stay.
Day 3 :
Medeu & Shymbulak Excursion
Almaty
In the morning, after breakfast, head out for a half-day trip to the Medeu Ice Skating Rink, the highest in the world. Then, take a cable car ride to the Shymbulak Ski Resort nestled in the Tian Shan mountains, where you can enjoy scenic views or try snow activities (depending on the season). Return to Almaty in the afternoon and enjoy free time for shopping or relaxation. Overnight stay at your hotel in Almaty.
Day 4 :
Big Almaty Lake & Falcon Show
Almaty
In the morning, after breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Big Almaty Lake, located in the mountains just outside the city. Enjoy the turquoise waters and breathtaking mountain views. On the return, stop at a local falcon farm to witness a traditional eagle hunting demonstration. Return to your hotel in Almaty in the evening and stay overnight.
Day 5 :
Charyn Canyon Full-Day Excursion
Almaty
In the morning, enjoy breakfast, travel east to the stunning Charyn Canyon. Explore the “Valley of Castles” on foot, marveling at the dramatic rock formations. After a full day of exploration, return to Almaty and return back into your hotel for overnight stay in Almaty.
Day 6 :
Almaty – Leisure Day or Optional Tour
Almaty
This day is free to relax or explore at your own pace. You may choose an optional tour such as a visit to Issyk Lake and Museum, or a Kazakh cooking class. Alternatively, enjoy shopping at Green Bazaar and local malls. Return to your hotel in Almaty for another comfortable overnight stay.
Day 7 :
Day Trip to Tamgaly Tas & Nomad Film Set
Almaty
In the morning, after breakfast, take a cultural day trip to Tamgaly Tas, known for its ancient Buddhist rock carvings along the Ili River. Continue to the Nomad Film Set, a reconstructed ancient village used for filming historical movies, offering insight into traditional Kazakh life. Return to your hotel in Almaty for your final overnight stay.
Day 8 :
Departure from Almaty
Almaty
In the morning, after breakfast, check out from your hotel. Depending on your flight time, enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing before your transfer to Almaty International Airport, marking the end of your 8-day journey in Kazakhstan.
Kindly note that names of hotels mentioned in the proposed hotels only indicate that our rates have been based on the usage of these hotels, and it is not to be construed that accommodation is confirmed at these hotels until we convey such confirmation to you. We reserve the right to change the same due to availability issues with the hotel or unavoidable circumstances. In that case, we may provide alternative similar accommodation and shall pass on the difference of rates (supplement/reduction whatever applicable) to you.
Our offer is based on the usage of base category rooms at the mentioned hotels (unless specified otherwise). If this category of rooms is not available, we shall try to confirm accommodation in the next available higher category of rooms and shall advise supplementary cost involved while conveying the status.
🍽️ MEALS:
The menus are pre-set menus provided for breakfast/lunch/dinner on the tour as mentioned under each Tour itinerary and inclusions and exclusions as committed at the time of confirmation.
In standard/Budget category of hotels, the meals preferences are veg meals unless specified and in Deluxe/Super Deluxe and Luxury category of hotels/resort the meals are a mixture of veg and non-veg preferences.
Mostly buffet meals are served during the tour, but depending upon the less occupancy and group size Ala Carte meals may be served by the hotels. No claim can be made for the meal which guest has missed and not utilized.
📅 ITINERARY CHANGES:
For the comfort and convenience of guests, there could be some changes or amendments in the itinerary. We will try to advise you of these amendments prior to the start of the tour or on tour. In the event a guest misses any part of the sightseeing tour or any such tour due to delay on their part, they will not be entitled to claim a refund of the same.
The timings mentioned in the day schedule in the itinerary may vary depending upon the road conditions, particular destination visits en route, meals, climatic conditions, particular health conditions of the guests, and timings of sightseeing places and monuments.
🚌 TRANSPORT:
We normally use A/C Sedan such as Etios/Desire Innova/Crysta/Tempo Travellers/2X2 A/C Coaches for our tours depending upon the group size and preferences of the travel. The drivers of the vehicles are bound by specific rules like maximum driving hours within a day, rest period per day, etc. Clients will have to strictly adhere to the prescribed timetable for the day so that the driver can complete the travel. In case any of the sightseeing schedules are missed due to delays caused by the client, the same will not be refunded to the client under any circumstances.
Please note that AC will not work in Hills and no claims to this regard shall be entertained.
💳Payment Terms And Methods:
• Deposit of 35% of the package cost at the time of booking.
•Need 50% payment of the package cost, 30 days prior to departure date
•Need 100% payment of the package cost, 15 days prior to departure date
🔄Cancellation AndRefund Policy:
•25% of full tour cost - 60 days prior to arrival.
•50% of full tour cost - between 30 days prior to tour.
•75% of full tour cost - between 29 & 16 days prior to tour
•100% - within 15 days prior to tour.
•50% advance to be deposited at the time of booking confirmation.
•Balance 50% before 15 days from the Tour Starts.
•Check In / Check out time at all the properties would at 1200 hrs (Noon)
•All the above-mentioned rates are per person rates on twin sharing
•For Cancellation, please refer to our Terms and Conditions available at our booking office.
•Rooms holding shall be for a period of 72 hours only.
•The above rates are applicable strictly for resident Indian citizens only.
Package Code:MY339089
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