Tour Overview
A classic Kazakhstan itinerary covering Almaty city, Charyn Canyon, Kolsai Lake, Kaindy Lake and Shymbulak with mountain landscapes, alpine lakes, canyon drives and Central Asian culture.
This is one of the most popular Kazakhstan circuits for couples, families and group travellers.
Itinerary
Activities
Airport pickup
Hotel check-in
Leisure evening
Local Sightseeing
Panfilov Park
Zenkov Cathedral
Arbat Street
Republic Square
Experience
Local cafés & restaurants
Almaty nightlife & shopping
Stay: Almaty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sightseeing
Medeu Ice Skating Rink
Shymbulak Ski Resort
Cable Car Ride
Kok Tobe Hill
Experience
Mountain landscapes
Snow activities (seasonal)
City viewpoints
Stay: Almaty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Approx. 300 km
Travel Time – 5 to 6 Hours
Sightseeing
Charyn Canyon
Valley of Castles
Kolsai Lake
Experience
Canyon landscapes
Nature walks
Photography
Stay: Kolsai / Saty Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sightseeing
Kaindy Lake
Forest landscapes
Mountain valleys
Activities
Offroad vehicle ride (optional)
Horse riding (optional)
Distance & Travel Time
Return drive to Almaty – Approx. 300 km
5 to 6 Hours
Stay: Almaty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sightseeing
Big Almaty Lake
Mountain viewpoints
Scenic drives
Optional Activities
Shopping
Café hopping
Local food exploration
Stay: Almaty
Meals Included: Breakfast
Airport transfer after breakfast.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Optional Add-ons
Astana City Tour
Turkistan Extension
Ski Packages
ATV Adventure
Horse Riding Experience
Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Combo Tour
Common Exclusions
Airfare
Visa Fees
Entry Tickets
Lunch & Dinner
Adventure Activities
Personal Expenses
Travel Insurance
Includes/Excludes
Tour Inclusions
- Accommodation
- Airport Pickup & Drop
- Private Transportation
- Breakfast
- Driver Charges
- Fuel Charges
- Sightseeing Transfers
- Tour Assistance
- Major Attractions
- Almaty City
- Shymbulak Ski Resort
- Kok Tobe
- Charyn Canyon
- Kolsai Lake
- Kaindy Lake
- Big Almaty Lake
- Tian Shan Mountain Landscapes