2 Days: Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lakes

Day 1. Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Saty Village


– Morning departure from Almaty (hotel pick-up).
– ⁠Drive to Charyn Canyon (approx. 3–3.5 hours).
Walk along the famous Valley of Castles, hiking down to the river (easy to moderate trail, optional).
– Free time for photos and exploration.
– Lunch (picnic).
– Afternoon transfer to Saty Village (about 1.5–2 hours).
– Check-in at a local guesthouse.
– Traditional homemade dinner.
– Overnight in Saty.

Day 2. Kolsai Lake – Activities

– Breakfast at the guesthouse.
– Transfer to Kolsai Lake (First Lake).
– Free time at the lake:
          Hiking along the scenic mountain trail
          Easy walking around the lake
          Horse riding (optional)
          Boat rental (optional)
– Lunch at a local café or picnic.
– Around 5:00 PM departure back to Almaty
– Dinner in Uighur café on the way.
– Evening arrival in Almaty and drop-off at the hotel.

Price Information

Price includes:

  • All accommodations (guesthouses & local stays)

  • All meals

  • Drinking water throughout the trip

  • All entrance fees to national parks and attractions

  • Comfortable transportation

  • English-speaking driver-guide

  • All guide’s expenses (food, accommodation, fuel, etc.)

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Price

$750/ 1 person

$455/ 2 people

$360/ 3 people

$310/ 4 people