Kazakhstan small group tour: 5 days / 4 nights – City, Lakes, Canyon
What’s included
- Accommodation: 4-star Hotel in Almaty (Grand Aiser SPA or similar) & Guesthouse in Saty; Twin-sharing rooms (extra payment for single occupancy- $180)
- Full Board Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the trip (from 2 pax); or just breakfast for solo traveller
- Private Transfers: sedan (2 people), minivan or SUV (3-5 pax), minibus (6-18 pax), depending on group size
- 4×4 Transport to the lakes (round trip)
- All entrance fees: to attractions & national parks (from 2 pax)
- Guide: English-speaking driver-guide (2-5 pax), guide (6-18 pax)
- Two bottles of mineral water per dayFuel & Parking; driver and guide food & stay – 1 night
- Airport transfers
- Falcon show (from 2 pax)
- 24/7 English-speaking support;
- Local Taxes
- International airfare
- Personal expenses
- Personal insurance
- Horse riding – $30 per hour
Activities: Winter: Skiing; Rest: beach, hiking, sightseeing, historical architecture
About the tour
Set off on an unforgettable journey where adventure meets culture in the heart of the Central Tien Shan Mountains. Breathe in crisp alpine air, wander through breathtaking valleys, and listen to the soothing rush of icy mountain rivers. Discover sparkling lakes framed by dramatic peaks, experience the warm hospitality of the Kazakh people, and explore their centuries-old nomadic traditions.
Itinerary
- 01DAY 1Almaty City Tour
Meet your guide and driver at the hotel
City Tour: Start with Panfilov Park & Zenkov Cathedral (a wooden Orthodox church)- Walk through the leafy city park
- Visit the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame
Explore the Green Bazaar and Rakhat Chocolate Factory Shop
Lunch at a local Kazakh restaurant (try beshbarmak or plov)
Visit Kok-Tobe Hill by cable car
- Great views of the city and mountains
- Bronze Beatles statue, souvenir stalls
Stop at Republic Square, Independence Monument, and Presidential Palace
Dinner in a national cuisine restaurant (optional live music)
Optional (not included): Almaty night city lights drive or visit to the Sky Lounge bar
Overnight in Almaty
- 02DAY 2Issyk Lake (summer) Shymbulak Ski & Medeu ice ring (winter)
08:00: Breakfast at the hotel
09:00: Drive to Issyk Lake in the Ile-Alatau National Park (approx. 1.5–2 hrs)11:00-13:00: Explore the beautiful alpine Issyk Lake
- Light walking along the lakeshore
- Photos at panoramic viewpoints
- Optional: picnic or hot tea with a mountain view
13:30-14:30: Lunch at a local roadside café or in the park
15:00-16:00: Visit Issyk State Historical and Cultural Reserve-Museum
- Learn about ancient Saka burials and see the Golden Man replica
16:00-18:00: Drive back to Almaty
19:00: Dinner in the city, free evening
Overnight in Almaty
- 03DAY 3Charyn Canyon Adventure
07:30: Breakfast and check-out
08:30: Depart Almaty for Charyn Canyon (approx. 3.5–4 hrs drive)- Scenic ride through open steppe and desert valleys
12:30-15:00: Arrive and explore Charyn Canyon (Valley of Castles)
- Walk (1.5 km) down to the river
- Picnic or lunchbox at the bottom
- Optional: visit the eco-museum and the viewpoint platforms
15:30-17:30 – Continue drive to Saty village
18:00: Check-in at cozy guesthouse or yurt lodge in Saty
19:00: Homemade dinner at the guesthouse with local specialties
Overnight in Saty village
- 04DAY 4Saty – Kolsai & Kaindy Lake – Almaty
06:30 – Early breakfast and check-out.
07:00 – 10:30 – Morning excursion to Kolsai Lake and Kaindy Lake (short hikes and photo stops at both).
10:30 – 11:00 – Depart Saty area for Almaty (approx. 5–6 hrs drive with rest stops).
13:30 – 14:30 – Stop for lunch in a roadside café.
14:30 – 18:30 – Continue journey to Almaty.
18:30 – 19:00 – Arrival in Almaty and hotel check-in.
19:30 – Group dinner in Almaty.
Overnight in Almaty
- 05DAY 5Shopping & Departure
Breakfast and check-out at 12:00
- If you have time, go shopping, time to buy some souvenirs!
- Transfer to the airport (end of tour)
Price
KGS 122430
$1000
KGS 129426
$1180
KGS 61215
$700
Terms & Conditions
NOTE:
In case of early check-in on day 1, an extra night for the accommodation is charged: 80 USD per person in a twin / double room
The maximum group size for the fixed departure group is 18 persons
It is recommended to have warm clothes for the mountainous area (jeans, jackets, a hat, socks, warm shoes)
The tour starts from a minimum of 2 pax
1 pax is also possible for solo travel, but meals, entry fee, and falcon show will not be included at the price
PAYMENT:
A 20% Deposit payment should be made not less than 7 days prior to the tourist group’s arrival by bank transfer, as per the invoice; the remaining balance should be paid upon arrival in cash/cash.
CANCELLATION FEES FOR DEPOSIT:
Cancellation prior 45 days – No charges apply
Cancellation prior 44-30 days – 30% charge of the tour price
Cancellation prior 29-20 days – 50% of the tour price
Cancellation prior 19 days – 100% charge of the tour price
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