5-Day Almaty Tour: Kazakhstan Highlights

• Discover Almaty’s charm with a city tour including the Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen and the colorful Zenkov Cathedral.
• Ride the Kok Tobe cable car round-trip to a hilltop park featuring panoramic views and the tallest TV tower in Kazakhstan.
• Visit Medeo, the world’s highest-altitude ice skating rink nestled in the mountains.
• Ascend to Shymbulak Ski Resort via cable car and enjoy the stunning alpine scenery.
• Experience a thrilling Falcon Show featuring specially trained hunting hawks in action.
• Be amazed by the dramatic beauty of Charyn Canyon, often called the “Grand Canyon of Central Asia.”
• Relax by the crystal-clear alpine waters of Kolsai Lake, surrounded by serene nature.
• Opt for a peaceful escape to Oi Qaragai Lesnaya, a hidden gem in Ile-Alatau National Park.

05 JUN/ DAY- 1 ARRIVAL IN ALMATY - GUARANTEED EARLY CHECK IN - ALMATY CITY TOUR & KOK TOBE

• Arrive in Almaty, the largest city in Kazakhstan.
• Meeting & greeting at the airport.
• Transfer to the hotel and proceed for guaranteed early check-in and relax.
• Around 12, you will proceed for the Almaty city tour.
• During the Almaty city tour we will discover the Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, Zenkov Cathedral, the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, Arbat, the Square of the Republic and Monument of Independence and more places to explore!
• Later, continue to the recreational park Kok Tobe hill with the tallest tv tower in the world by a cable car.
• Short ride from the top of the hill to the center of the city by the famous Almaty cableway.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

06 JUN/ DAY- 2 MEDEO ICE RINK & SHYMBULAK MOUNTAIN RESORT - FALCON SHOW

• Have a delicious breakfast at the hotel.
• After breakfast, Excursion to the world's largest high-mountain skating rink – Medeu and Shymbulak mountain resort.
• After spending some time at Medeu, take the cable car from the Medeu area to Shymbulak Ski Resort. Shymbulak is a popular ski resort located in the same area.
• Later visit the Falcon Farm, where you will enjoy a spectacular show with specially trained hawks – hunting with them is one of the most unique features of the Kazakh way of life.
• Return to the hotel and relax.
• Overnight stay at the hotel.

07 JUN/ DAY- 3 CHARYN CANYON & KOLSAI LAKE

• After breakfast, you will proceed to Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lake which starts around 07:00 in the morning.
• Charyn Canyon is a breathtaking geological formation located in the Charyn National Park.
• The Kolsai Lakes are a series of three alpine lakes located in the northern Tien Shan mountains, renowned for their crystal-clear waters and picturesque surroundings.
• Overnight stay at a hotel.

08 JUN/ DAY- 4 DAY AT LEISURE OR OPTIONAL OI QARAGAI LESNAYA MOUNTAIN RESORT

• After breakfast, you have free time to explore at your own pace or opt for the optional excursion to Oi Qaragai Lesnaya Mountain Resort at an extra cost.

OPTIONAL OI QARAGAI LESNAYA SKAZKA:

• We will discover the Mountain Resort «Oi-Qaragai Lesnaya Skazka.
• Lesnaya Skazka Mountain Resort is set in a quiet area of the Ile-Alatau National Park, 7 km from Bes Qaynar and a 35-minute drive from Almaty.
• Overnight stay at a hotel.
• *OPTIONAL OI QARAGAI LESNAYA SKAZA COST - 285 AED PER PERSON (min 04 pax)

09 JUN/ DAY 5 - DEPARTURE

• Enjoy breakfast at your hotel. (depending on the departure time)
• Check out from the hotel.
• Later, you will be dropped at the airport for your homebound flight.
• Departure
• *Note - Standard check-out time from your hotel will be at 12:00PM.

• City sightseeing in Almaty
• Cable car rides (Kok Tobe and Medeo-Shymbulak)
• Falcon Show featuring traditional Kazakh hunting methods
• Natural wonders (Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lake)
• Optional mountain resort visit

• Rates are subject to availability.
• Above is just a quote, no booking has been made yet.
• Peak season surcharges may apply on some dates.
• Itinerary is subject to change / swap without any prior notice.
• The third person sharing the room is provided with an additional mattress or a roll away.
• There will not be any refund for any unutilized service or sightseeing.
• In case of unavailability of the hotels mentioned, alternate accommodation will be arranged in a similar category of hotel.
• You are fully responsible for verifying and obtaining the documents required for your trip and visa.
• Fix Departure date, no amendment and changes possible

• Almaty city tour
• Kok Tobe cable car
• Medeo Ice Rink & Shymbulak mountain resort
• Falcon Show with trained hawks
• Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lake
• Optional Oi Qaragai Lesnaya Mountain Resort

• All airport transfers included
• Flight from Sharjah to Almaty

• Outbound: 04 JUN '25 - G9-253 - SHJ to ALA - Depart 21:25, Arrive 02:30+1
• Return: 09 JUN '25 - G9-254 - ALA to SHJ - Depart 03:30, Arrive 07:00

• Return Air ticket on Air Arabia - Economy (Luggage - 20 KG)
• Seat allocation on flights not included

• 6 Days / 4 Nights (04 JUN '25 - 09 JUN '25)
• 04 nights' accommodation in Almaty

• Daily breakfast at hotel
• Other meals not included so you should consider them on your plans

• 04 nights' accommodation in Hotel 4* in Almaty
• Guaranteed Early Check in

• Passports should be valid at least 06 months beyond the period of stay.
• It is the duty of the client to check passport requirements for travel.
• Missed or delayed flights can lead to changes in the itinerary and will be at the client's expense should the case arise.
• Check In to the hotel is always 14:00/15:00 hours & Check Out is always 11:00/ 12:00 Hours. Early Check in and late checkout is subject to availability

VISA REQUIREMENTS - KAZAKHSTAN:

• Any Indian Passport Holder is eligible for Visa on Arrival.

Below procedure with Kazakh Consulate in Dubai:

• We can arrange appointment with the Consulate, which are subject to availability.

Documents required:

• Passport with validity of 6 Months, (must have at least 2 blank pages)
• A copy of the UAE Resident visa and Emirates ID
• Two recent Photograph in white background
• NOC from Employer in Original
• Ticket reservation
• Travel Insurance
• Invitation letter (will take 8-15 working days)

Note:

• Abu Dhabi & Al Ain Visa holders can walk-in to the Embassy of Kazakh in Abu Dhabi with required documents.
• Dubai Visa holders required prior appointment at the Consulate of Kazakhstan.

Visa fee:

• AED 296 per person to be paid at the Consulate
• Assistance charges with Insurance – AED 195 per person
• Processing time for stamping: 5-6 working days after appointment

Arrival and departure airport transfers included so set your time with us

Inclusions:

• Return Air ticket on Air Arabia - Economy (Luggage - 20 KG)
• 04 nights' accommodation in Hotel 4* in Almaty
• Guaranteed Early Check in
• Daily breakfast at the hotel
• Arrival and departure airport transfers
• Almaty city tour
• Kok Tobe cable car (02 ways)
• Medeo shyambulak cable car
• Falcon Show
• Charyn Canyon & Kolsai Lake
• Professional guide service

Exclusions:

• Any meals in the Flight
• Seat Allocation on flight
• Early check in or late check out charges
• Travel Insurance
• Entrance fees not mentioned
• Meals not specified in the itinerary above
• Anything else which is not mentioned in the "Inclusion" section

• Breakfast
• Washroom