5 Days: Discover Kazakhstan: Nature, Culture & Hidden Wonders

Day 1 — Almaty City Tour

Welcome to Almaty — the cultural heart of Kazakhstan, framed by the majestic Tian Shan mountains.

• Visit the green and vibrant Panfilov Park
• Explore the iconic wooden Zenkov Cathedral
• Discover local life at the colorful Green Bazaar
• Optional visit to Medeo and Gorelnik in the mountains

Enjoy a relaxed introduction to the city’s history, culture, and atmosphere of the “South Capital” of Kazakhstan

Overnight: Hotel in Almaty

Day 2 — Tamgaly Petroglyphs (UNESCO) → Konaev

• Travel to the UNESCO World Heritage Site — Tamgaly Petroglyphs
• Explore thousands of ancient rock carvings dating back to the Bronze Age, depicting rituals, animals, and early human life

• Continue to Konaev, a peaceful town near the Kapchagay reservoir

Overnight: Hotel in Konaev

Day 3 — Nomad City → Tamgaly Tas → Altyn-Emel National Park (Singing Dune)

• Visit the famous Nomad City — a film set recreating an ancient Silk Road fortress
• Explore the sacred rock carvings at Tamgaly Tas along the Ili River

• Continue to Altyn-Emel National Park
• Experience the incredible Singing Dune — a natural phenomenon where sand produces a deep humming sound

Overnight: Guest house in Basshi village

Day 4 — Charyn Canyon → Kaindy Lake → Saty Village

• Discover the breathtaking Charyn Canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon
• Walk through the Valley of Castles and admire its dramatic formations

• Continue to the magical Kaindy Lake, famous for its submerged forest

• Arrival in the cozy mountain village of Saty

Overnight: Guest house in Saty

Day 5 — Kolsai Lake → Return to Almaty

• Morning visit to the stunning Kolsai Lakes — жемчужина Северного Тянь-Шаня
• Free time for light hiking, horseback riding, or simply enjoying the alpine scenery

• Return drive to Almaty

Flexible & Customizable Experience

This tour can be fully customized depending on your interests, time, and travel style.

You can easily:
• Add hiking experiences in the beautiful mountains around Almaty
• Visit a traditional ethno-village with an authentic horse show
• Include a trip to the scenic Issyk Lake

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.)

    Not Included:

    • Optional activities (hot springs, casinos, etc)

    • Personal expenses

    • Travel insurance

    • Border fees (if applicable)

price

per person:

1 person – $2044

2 people $1223

3 people $949

4 people $813

More people – price should be discussed.

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