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Kazakhstan

6 Nights Almaty with Kolsai Stay — Lakes, Canyons & City Escape

From City Skylines to Alpine Lakes – Experience Almaty Like Never Before

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7 days and 6 nights through Almaty. Takes in Shymbulak Ski Resort, Lake Issyk and Ile-Alatau National Park. Shaped around your dates, your hotels and your pace — this is the route as it stands, not a fixed departure.

Suits

  • Travellers who want to be outdoors
  • Honeymoons

Day by day

Day 01

DELHI — ALMATY — Welcomes You — and Kok-tobe Tour

Arrival in Almaty Pickup from Airport and drop at Hotel Check-in & Get Rest at the hotel. Dinner at Indian Restaurant pick up at 7 Pm Transfer to Hotel at 9:30 PM Free time – can explore night Life activities at you own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 02

Welcome Almaty City Tour

Breakfast 07:00-10:00 AM 10:30 AM Almaty city Tour with English speaking guide You will know more about history and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan and see its major attractions: Palace of President, Republic Square and Monument of Independence, and Astana Square, Panfilov Park, Abai Square and Palace of Republic, Presidential Park. 2.00 PM Proceed for Lunch at Indian Restaurant 14:30 PM Continue Almaty City Tour, Rakhat Chocolate Factory shop and Local Market Zilyoni -Bazar. You can buy Chocolates from Rakhat Chocolate Factory shop; can buy Dry Fruits at cheap rates and some souvenirs from Zilyoni Bazar. Free time to Relax a bit after a long walk. 07:00 PM Proceed for Dinner at Indian Restaurant Transfer Back to Hotel at 10:30 PM Free time – can explore night activities at you own Overnight in hotel

Day 03

Almaty — Meadows & Shymbulak

Breakfast 07:00-10:00 AM Transfer to excursion at 10:30 AM This tour provides you the best opportunity to see the beautiful mountain surroundings of Almaty city. The first stop of the tour awaits you in the Meadow Gorge, where in the wonderful mountains of Trans-Ili Ala-Tau the largest high mountain skating rink in the world is located as well as the huge dam, protecting the city from destructive mudflows formed on the tops of the western Tien Shan. Next destination is Chimbulak ski resort (Cable Car Fee Included), located at an altitude of 2230 meters above sea level. It is very popular for its mild climate, large quantity of sunny days and snow through the winter and remarkable scenery of mountain ranges. 2.00 PM Proceed for Lunch at Indian Restaurant Free time to Look Around!!!! 07:00 PM Proceed for Dinner at Indian Restaurant Transfer to Hotel at 10:30 PM Free time – can explore night activities at you own Overnight in hotel

Day 04

ALMATY — Visit to Kok-tobe + Shopping Tour

Breakfast 07:00-10:00 AM Proceed towards the tour of Kok-Tobe. It is a mountain which is the highest point of Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city. There is a popular recreation area on top of the mountain. The mountain's height is 1100 meters above sea level. Kok-tobe is one of the main landmarks in the city, and it is popular among visitors and tourists to Almaty. The Kok-Tobe recreational area has a variety of amusement park type attractions and restaurants. The City Terminal is located near Hotel Kazakhstan. Also, there is a 372 meters tall TV Tower at the foot of the mountain. The tower can be seen from most parts of the city. 2.00 PM Proceed for Lunch at Indian Restaurant At 3.30 Pm – Proceed for shopping tour at Mega mall 07:00 PM Proceed for Dinner at Indian Restaurant Free time – can explore night Life activities at you own. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 05

ALMATY — Charyn Canyon Tour Followed by Kolsai Lake Toue (Stay)

Breakfast 0700-0730 Hrs 0800 Hrs Proceed for Charyn Canyon tour The canyon formation is along the banks of the fast flowing Charyn River in a northern flow stretch of about 80 kilometres, which is a tributary of the Ile River; the river has a total length of 393 kilometres. The river rises from the Tian Shan Mountains that is spread over the arid semi-desert to the east of Almaty. In parts, it attains a depth of 150 to 300 metres. The geological formation of the canyon is of sedimentary red sandstone which has been subject to the "atmogenic process" of water and wind erosion resulting in "weird and colourful formations" in the form of sculptures. Lunch at Local Restaurant will be providing during tour (Veg / Non-Veg Pilaf) Kolsai Lakes are a group of three picturesque alpine lakes located in the Almaty region of Kazakhstan, near the border with Kyrgyzstan. The lakes are part of the Kolsai-Kolderi National Park, which covers an area of about 16,800 hectares. The Kolsai Lakes are renowned for their crystal-clear turquoise waters, surrounded by dense coniferous forests, meadows, and snow-capped peaks. The area is rich in biodiversity, with various plant and animal species, including rare and endangered ones. The lakes and their surroundings offer excellent opportunities for hiking, trekking, camping, and photography. It's important to note that due to the…

Day 06

Issyk — Lake

Breakfast 07:00-10:00AM Morning proceed towards the tour of Issyk Lake. This tour takes you to one of the most beautiful gorges of Trans-Ili Alatau, Issyk Gorge, which lies along the Kuldja tract where hundreds of years ago the trade caravans traveled. On the way you will learn a lot about the nature and history of this region and see the burial mounds of Saka period, where the famous “Golden Man” was found, which has become the state symbol of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Then the tour route will take you to an altitude of 1756 meters above sea level, to the beautiful mountain Issyk Lake, located in the valley with the same name. The lake was formed about 10,000 years ago due to colossal landslide, resulted in the formation of the natural dam of 300 meters in height. On the lake you will enjoy the majestic beauty of its turquoise water surface and the Issyk Gorge, as well as listen to the details of the natural disaster of 1963. At the lake you will have a picnic and free time for recreation at nature. 1530 Hrs Transfer to Late Lunch at Indian restaurant Free time to explore on your own Transfer Back to Hotel at 05:00 PM Transfer for Dinner to Indian restaurant at 20:30 PM Transfer Back to Hotel at 10:30 PM Free time – can explore night activities at you own

Day 07

GOODBYE ALMATY

Breakfast 0700-1000 Hrs Check-Out from Hotel @ 1200 Hrs 1330 Hrs Proceed for Lunch at Indian Restaurant Transfer for Mega Mall for Shopping Drop to Almaty International Airport to board a flight to India Please Note: There might be changes to the above mentioned Itinerary however, smaller might be but it will be aimed to enhance and optimize your experience with us.

What the service covers

  • Return economy flights as scheduled
  • Visa processing and paperwork (government fees are extra)
  • All accommodation as listed, with daily breakfast
  • All ground transport by private, air-conditioned vehicle
  • Meals as named in the day-by-day
  • A licensed guide for every sightseeing day
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure
  • Entrance fees for the sightseeing named in the itinerary
  • A single named trip designer, reachable by WhatsApp for the whole journey

Not included

  • Visa fees, travel insurance and anything a government charges directly
  • Meals other than those named in the day-by-day
  • Anything personal — minibar, laundry, spa, tips and porterage
  • Optional experiences and upgrades offered on the ground

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