Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Almaty
- Arrive at Almaty International Airport.
- Meet greet by English-speaking guide at arrivals.
- Transfer to hotel
- Check-in at hotel and relax.
- Evening free for dinner at a restaurant of your choice (on own).
- Overnight stay at hotel in Almaty.
Day 2: Shymbulak Ski Resort & Panfilov–Arbat Walk
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Proceed to Shymbulak Ski Resort.
- Enjoy a scenic 3â level gondola ride up to 3,200 meters.
- Free time at the resort to enjoy mountain views, observation deck, and optional activities.
- Lunch at Shymbulak or in the city (on own).
- Return to hotel and relax.
- Evening walking tour at Panfilov Promenade and Arbat Street, enjoying street music, cafà s, and shopping.
- Dinner on own.
- Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 3: Almaty City Tour & Kokae ‘Tobe Hill
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Guided city tour covering First President Park, Republic Square, State Opera & Ballet Theatre, Academy of Sciences, Abay Square, Kazakhstan Hotel, and Palace of the Republic.
- Visit Panfilov Park and the historic Zenkov Cathedral.
- Lunch at a local restaurant (on own).
- Return to hotel for rest.
- Evening cable car ride to Koke‘Tobe Hill for panoramic city views and photo stops.
- Dinner on own.
- Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 4: Green Bazaar, Rakhat Chocolate Shop & Shopping
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Visit Green Bazaar to experience local market culture and shopping.
- Visit Rakhat Chocolate Shop, Kazakhstanâe`s famous chocolate factory outlet.
- Lunch at an Indian or local restaurant (on own).
- Afternoon shopping at popular malls such as Dostyk Plaza, Esentai Mall, or Mega Mall.
- Dinner on own.
- Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 5: Full Day Excursion to Charyn Canyon
- Breakfast at hotel.
- Proceed for a full day excursion to Charyn Canyon.
- Explore Valley of Castles, canyon viewpoints, and enjoy nature walks and photography.
- Lunch at Restaurant or packed lunch (on own).
- Return to Almaty by evening.
- Dinner on own.
- Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 6: Departure
- Early morning packed breakfast.
- Check out from hotel.
- Transfer to Almaty International Airport for onward journey.
Accommodation Details
What's Included
- Airport meet & greet.
- 5 nights stay as per choice of hotels mentioned above.
- Breakfast and Dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
- Dedicated English speaking guide throughout the trip.
- Dedicated private vehicle with driver throughout the trip.
- Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary above.
What's Excluded
- Airfare
- Visa