Treasures of Almaty in six days
Duration: Six days
Type of tour: Mixed tour (city activities + eco tourism + hiking)
Age range: 10 to 75 (good physical fitness is required for hiking)
Level of the difficulty: easy +
Operated in: English/ German
Date: can start any day, if availability permits
Accommodation: City hotel in the center of Almaty and Mountain hotel
Meals: breakfast in the hotels, lunch during day tour (without alcohol), a bottle of water and juice each day
Main locations: Almaty city, National Parks Ile-Alatau/Sharyn/Kolsay, High-mountain skating rink Medeu, Ski Resort Shymbulak and ect.
Customization: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour
Price: from 1790 USD/person*
- Transfer from and back to the Almaty airport;
- Transfer from and back to all tour locations;
- Accommodation in the city and mountain hotels;
- Accompaniment by a professional guide with knowledge of English/ German;
- National Parks and sport facilities fees, tickets for the cable car Medeu – Shymbulak;
- All activities;
- Meals (breakfast in the hotels, lunch during day tour (without alcohol);
- Drinks (a bottle of water and a bottle of juice);
- Rent of trekking poles
- All Taxes/VAT
- Flights
- Dinners
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline $20.00 per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, rent of hiking equipment etc.)
- Visa fees and insurance
*Note: The cost of the tour for two people and more is cheaper (check with the manager). Extension of hotel accommodation and activities are possible for extra cost
Day 1: pick you up from the airport and transfer you to city hotel, free time.
Day 2: sightseeing tour to the highest skating rink in the world - Medeu (1691 meters above sea level) + walking along the Stairs of health (842 steps) to the top of mountain dam Medeu + cable car trip to the ski resort Shymbulak
Day 3: hiking to the high mountain pasture Kok Zhailau at an altitude of 2200 meters above sea level (easy level of difficulty)
Day 4: sightseeing tour to the Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan + Historical center of Almaty + Park named after 28 Panfilov Guardsmen + Brand store of the Rakhat Chocolate Factory + Central city market Green Bazaar
Day 5: transfer from a city hotel to a mountain hotel in the Kolsai Lakes National Park + on the way excursion to Sharyn Canyon + arrival at the lower Kolsai Lake and check-in to the hotel
Day 6: excursion and hiking to the high-mountain lake Kayindy + free time for rest at the hotel at Kolsai Lake.
Day 7 (Final day): check out of the hotel before 12 noon + transfer to the Almaty airportTreasures of Almaty in Six Days
Explore world-famous landmarks of Almaty and Almaty region:
- Charyn Canyon: Dubbed the "Little Grand Canyon", this natural wonder boasts breathtaking rock formations and vibrant colors
- Kolsai Lakes: Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of these two turquoise mountain lakes surrounded by snow-capped peaks
- Lake Kayindy: Marvel at the unique "sunken forest" where dead trees rise eerily from the crystal-clear waters
- Ile-Alatau National Park: Hike through this protected area and discover diverse flora and fauna, including endangered snow leopards
- Medeo High-Altitude Skating Rink: Enjoy a thrilling experience at this iconic venue, known for its Record-breaking speeds and smooth mountain ice
- Shymbulak Ski Resort: Enjoy the beauty of the Tien Shan mountains peaks and glaciers from the highest point of Shymbulak ski resort!
Book your tour now and unlock the wonders of Kazakhstan!
Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey!