Almaty Fully Loaded

Breakfast at Hotel.

 Leave for guided tour to beautiful mountain surroundings of Almaty city.

 The first stop will be the Medeo Gorge, where in the wonderful mountains of TransIli Alatau 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.

Process to 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.

 The sightseeing tour starts in the central part of Almaty. Explore monuments -Palace of President, Republic Square, Monument of Independence, Astana

Square, Abai Square, Palace of Republic, Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Memorial of Glory, and Eternal Flame.

 Overnight stay at hotel.

 

Breakfast at Hotel.

Proceed to visit Almarasan Gorge. Everyone can come to the wellness area at any time of the year and enjoy the healing properties of sulfur thermal-radon springs. Their healing characteristics are similar to the French waters of the Pyrenean type. Alma-Arasan water treats skin diseases due to its anti-inflammatory properties. The water temperature in barrels varies from 20.5 to 39.7 degrees.

Visit Ayusai Waterfall

  Transfer back to the city

At 15:00 hours, transfer for Kok-Tobe Park. Located at the peak of the Kok-Tobe Hill, it is one of the amazing amusement parks in the country. Enjoy the panorama of the city from observation deck. Do not forget to buy souvenirs from the souvenir shops.

Overnight stay at hotel.

(During the visit of Charyn Canyon, Kaindy lake & Kolsai Lake – Jeep Ride, Horse Ride & Boat Ride are optional, on direct payment basis) (Vehicle for sightseeing from 8 AM till 6 PM)

Breakfast at hotel. Check out.

 Later proceed to visit Kolsai Lake The “Pearl of the Tien Shan”, Kolsai Lakes, are located 300 km from Almaty, in the spurs of the Kungei-Alatau ridge. It is also called Kazakh Switzerland. These are three most beautiful mountain lakes surrounded by steep mountain slopes. The lakes are located at different heights and form a kind of cascade. The lower Kolsai Lake is located at an altitude of 1800 meters above sea level, the middle one is at an altitude of 2250 meters and the highest one is at an altitude of 2800 meters above sea level.

 Reached at Sate Village, Drop at Parking- (Kaindy lake by own).

 Check in hotel.

 Overnight stay at Kolsai Grand hotel.

Breakfast at Hotel. Check out.

Leave for a full day guided tour to Cheryn Canyon & Kolsai Lake. Described as the “Grand Canyon of Central Asia”, Charyn Canyon has a reputation of being just as impressive. Located around 200 km east of Almaty and very close to the border with China, the scale of the rift is huge and impossible to cover in its entirety. The canyon itself is made up of numerous smaller canyons, each affording stunning views of diverse rock formations. The most iconic and frequently visited canyon by far is the Valley of Castles. 

Transfer back to Almaty city. Check in hotel

Overnight stay at hotel.

After breakfast, Check - out from the Hotel.

Leave for guided tour of the Issyk Lake Tour. Issyk (or Isik- another name for the lake, translated as “a door” from Kazakh) is a picturesque, alpine lake surrounded by unusually beautiful nature of thick forests and spacious flower fields. The lake is located at an altitude of 1760 meters above sea level, in the Issyk gorge of Trans-Ili Alatau, about 70 km east of Almaty. Enjoy the pristine natural beauty of pine forests, glaciers, lofty peaks and bliss beyond worlds. It is an experience you will cheris.

Later proceed to shopping tour to Green Bazaar. A shopaholic’s paradise, it is difficult to refrain from shopping here. Do not forget to taste one of the famous Asian sweets but do bargain for prices.

 Right next door is the famous Rakhat Chocolate shop. Rakhat which means pleasure in Kazakh is the oldest manufactures of chocolates dating back to almost 70 years. Around 3500 workers work in basically 2 factories, one located in Almaty and one in Shymkent city. They also make chocolates for people suffering from diabetes and their low-calorie products like candies, cookies and waffles are a range among the people and tourists.

  Later transfer to airport for your onward journey.