5 Nights / 6 Days
DurationAlmaty & Kolsai
2 CitiesKolsai, Kaindy & Charyn
HighlightsShymbulak at 3,200m
AdventurePackage Snapshot
The Complete Almaty Experience — Lakes, Canyons, Mountains & Culture
This comprehensive 5-night itinerary covers every must-see highlight in and around Almaty, including an overnight stay at Kolsai National Park. From the turquoise Kolsai Lakes to the submerged forest of Kaindy Lake, from the dramatic red walls of Charyn Canyon to the snow-capped peaks of Shymbulak at 3,200 metres — this is the ultimate Kazakhstan adventure.
Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, sits at the foot of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains. The city enchants visitors with its tree-lined boulevards, the colourful Zenkov Cathedral, and the panoramic cable car ride to Kok-Tobe Hill. Beyond the city, the Kazakh wilderness delivers world-class natural wonders within easy reach — often referred to as "Kazakh Switzerland".
Whether you are seeking adventure, natural beauty, cultural immersion, or simply a unique destination just 4–5 hours from Dubai, this package delivers it all.
Detailed Itinerary
- Arrive at Almaty International Airport
- Meet our local representative
- Private transfer and check-in at your hotel in Almaty
- Rest of the day free at leisure to explore the city
- Overnight stay in Almaty
Culture, Cathedrals & Panoramic Views
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit First President Park and Republic Square
- Explore Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen and the iconic Zenkov Cathedral
- Visit the Opera and Ballet Theatre
- Cable car ride to Kok-Tobe Hill — panoramic city views and 372-metre TV Tower
- Enjoy amusement area, fast coaster, and souvenir shopping at the hilltop
- Overnight stay in Almaty
Into the Wilderness — The Pearl of the Tien Shan
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Depart Almaty towards the Kungei Alatau mountains
- Drive through Black Canyon — dramatic gorge scenery
- Arrive at Kolsai Lakes — three cascading alpine lakes at 1,800–2,800 metres, known as the "Pearl of the Tien Shan"
- Explore the pristine turquoise waters surrounded by spruce forests
- Check in at Kolsai National Park accommodation
- Overnight stay in Kolsai
Submerged Forests & the Grand Canyon of Asia
- Breakfast at Kolsai accommodation
- Excursion to Kaindy Lake via 4x4 vehicle and horseback ride
- Explore Kaindy's famous submerged forest — spruce trees rising from turquoise water, formed by a 1911 earthquake
- Continue to Charyn Canyon — dramatic red-rock formations carved over 12 million years
- Explore the Valley of Castles with towering sandstone pillars across seven canyons
- Return to Almaty in the evening
- Overnight stay in Almaty
High-Altitude Mountain Adventure
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Visit Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink — the world's largest open-air ice rink at 1,691 metres
- Continue to Shymbulak Ski Resort via 3-tier gondola system
- Reach the observation deck at 3,200 metres for breathtaking mountain panoramas
- Evening stroll along Panfilov Promenade and Arbat Street shopping
- Overnight stay in Almaty
- Final breakfast at the hotel
- Optional morning visit to Green Bazaar for local souvenirs and Kazakh delicacies
- Check out and transfer to Almaty International Airport
- Return home with wonderful memories
- 4 Nights' accommodation in Almaty + 1 Night at Kolsai National Park
- Daily Breakfast at your Hotel
- Return Airport Transfers
- Meet and greet at Almaty Airport
- Almaty City Tour as per itinerary
- Cable car rides (Kok-Tobe Hill & Shymbulak 3-tier gondola)
- Full-day Kolsai Lakes & Charyn Canyon excursion
- Kaindy Lake excursion (with 4x4 & horseback)
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- All Tours & Transfers on Private Basis
- English Speaking Guide
- 1L water bottle daily per person
- Hotel VAT & Local Taxes
- International Airfares
- Kazakhstan Visa charges (if applicable)
- Travel Insurance
- Anything not specified under Inclusions
- Expenses of personal nature (tips, telephone calls, laundry, liquor etc.)
- Meals beyond breakfast
- Any surcharges due to peak season, exhibitions, fairs etc.
- Rates are subject to availability & may change depending on season
Common Questions
Starting From
AED 3,235
Per Person (5N/6D)4 Nights Almaty + 1 Night Kolsai
Kolsai Lakes & Kaindy Lake (4x4)
Charyn Canyon & Shymbulak
Private Transfers & Guide