Almaty · 3 nights
4-star hotel in Almaty
★★★★ · Superior double · Breakfast daily
Sample property — your specialist confirms the hotel based on availability.
NatureAdventure
Almaty Lakes & Charyn Canyon
Overview
Drive from Almaty into the Tian Shan for turquoise alpine lakes and the red walls of Charyn Canyon, then fly north to Astana's bold steppe-capital architecture. This 7-night package is built around Big Almaty Lake, Kolsai Lakes and Kaindy, Charyn Canyon, with private transfers, 4-star hotel stays and guided days balanced with free time.
8Days
4Guided sightseeing days
2Private transfers
12Meals included
Highlights
- Big Almaty Lake
- Kolsai Lakes and Kaindy
- Charyn Canyon
- Kolsai Lakes
- Astana and Baiterek Tower
Day-by-day itinerary
You’re met at Almaty International Airport and driven to your hotel in the leafy city centre, with the Tian Shan mountains on the skyline.
Private transferMeals at leisureA guided tour of Panfilov Park and the wooden Zenkov Cathedral and the Green Bazaar, ending with the cable car up Kok-Tobe hill for sunset views.
GuidedSightseeingBreakfastDrive up into the mountains to the turquoise Big Almaty Lake, then on to the Medeu ice rink and the Shymbulak cable car.
GuidedScenic driveBreakfast & LunchHead east to walk through the Valley of Castles in Charyn Canyon, then continue to the village of Saty for a guesthouse stay.
GuidedHikingBreakfast & Lunch & DinnerWalk the forest trails around the first Kolsai lake, then visit Lake Kaindy, where the trunks of drowned spruce trees rise from the water.
HikingGuidedBreakfast & Lunch & DinnerDrive back to Almaty through the steppe, with the afternoon free to explore the city’s cafés.
Scenic driveFree timeBreakfastA free day, or an optional guided hike in the Ile-Alatau National Park above the city.
Free timeOptional excursionBreakfastPrivate transfer to Almaty International Airport for your onward flight.
Private transferBreakfast
Where you’ll stay
Saty · 2 nights
4-star hotel in Saty
★★★★ · Superior double · Breakfast daily
Sample property — your specialist confirms the hotel based on availability.
Almaty · 2 nights
4-star hotel in Almaty
★★★★ · Superior double · Breakfast daily
Sample property — your specialist confirms the hotel based on availability.
Included
- 7 nights’ 4-star accommodation
- Daily breakfast plus meals listed in the itinerary
- Private arrival and departure transfers
- Guided sightseeing with entrance fees as listed
- In-destination transport between stops
- 24/7 local support line during your trip
Not included
- International flights (quoted on request)
- Travel insurance
- Visas and entry fees
- Meals and drinks not listed
- Tips and personal expenses
Optional add-ons & upgrades
Selections are added to your inquiry and estimate. Nothing is reserved.
Important notes
- Prices are indicative per person, two sharing, and exclude international flights.
- Itinerary order may change due to local conditions or opening days.
- Check passport validity and entry requirements for your nationality.
- Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Cancellation
Sending an inquiry is free and non-binding. Once a trip is confirmed, cancellation charges depend on supplier terms and how close to departure you cancel.
Read the cancellation policy →Package FAQs
Yes. Tell us your preference in the inquiry — boutique, resort or a specific budget — and your specialist will suggest alternatives.
Absolutely. Most travellers add 1–3 nights in Almaty or at the end of the trip.
No — it’s a private, tailor-made itinerary for your party, with private guides and transfers.
No. All prices are indicative “from” prices per person based on two sharing, excluding international flights. A travel specialist confirms a personalised quote after your inquiry.
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