Explore Almaty 5-Day Journey

Day 1:

Arrival in Almaty
• Arrival at Almaty, Kazakhstan.
• Meet and greet by our representative at Almaty International Airport.
• Transfer to your hotel in Almaty.
• Check-in at the hotel.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

Day 2:

Almaty City Tour • Panfilov Park & Zenkov Cathedral • Kok-Tobe Hill

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Meet your guide and start a guided city tour of Almaty.
• Drive through the main streets of Almaty to see key city landmarks.
• Visit Panfilov Park, one of the oldest and most beautiful parks in the city.
• Photo stop at Zenkov (Ascension) Cathedral, a striking wooden Orthodox church (outside view).
• Continue the city tour with stops at:

• Republic Square (photo stop)

• Abai Opera House (outside view)

• Central State Museum (outside view)
  • Proceed to Kok-Tobe Hill for panoramic views of Almaty and the surrounding mountains.
  • Free time for photography and exploring Kok-Tobe Park (note: cable car/rides not included).
  • Return to the hotel.
  • Free time in the evening.
  • Overnight stay at the hotel in Almaty.

Day 3:

Shymbulak Ski Resort + Level 3 via Gondola • Panfilov Promenade & Arbat Street

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Proceed towards the Medeu Valley.
• Board the gondola to Shymbulak Ski Resort – Level 3.
• Enjoy scenic views of the Tian Shan Mountains during the cable car ride.
• Free time at Shymbulak to walk around, enjoy the alpine atmosphere, and take photos.
• Return to the city after the mountain visit.

• Later, enjoy a walking tour of Panfilov Promenade
• Stroll through the lively pedestrian area
• Observe local life, street performances, and city vibes
• Continue to Arbat Street (Zhibek Zholy)
• Leisure walk along the famous shopping and cultural street
• Time for photos, local souvenirs, and cafés (own expense)
• Return to the hotel
• Overnight stay in Almaty

Day 4:

ISSYK LAKE & TURGEN WATERFALL
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Depart for a scenic drive towards Issyk Lake, located in the Trans-Ili Alatau Mountains
• Enjoy photo stops along the way with views mountain valleys and alpine landscapes.
• Arrive at Issyk Lake, famous for its turquoise waters and surrounding pine forests
• Free time for walking around the lake and photography
• Continue to Turgen Gorge, one of the most picturesque natural areas near Almaty.
• Visit Turgen Waterfall, surrounded by lush greenery and alpine scenery
• Leisure time to enjoy nature and fresh mountain air
• Return to Almaty
• Overnight stay in Almaty

Day 5:

DEPARTURE
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Check out from the Hotel
• Drop at airport as per flight schedule