Ethno Villages × Alpine Lakes × Canyons × High-Altitude Adventures
Uncover Kazakhstan’s most stunning natural wonders — from Almaty’s vibrant city life to the dramatic Charyn Canyon, the magical “Sunken Forest” at Kaindy Lake, and serene Kolsai Lakes. Visit nomadic “Huns” Ethno Village, shop at the Green Bazaar, and enjoy the iconic Medeo & Shymbulak ski resorts!
🌟 Itinerary Highlights:
🛬 Day 1: Arrive Almaty → Transfer to hotel
🏙️ Day 2: Almaty City Tour → Presidential Palace, Republic Square, Independence Monument, Astana & Abai Squares, Musical Instrument Museum, panoramic Kok Tobe Hill by cable car
🏞️ Day 3: Huns Ethno Village → Nomadic life, yurts, equestrian games, folk dances → Alma-Ata metro & evening stroll along Panfilov promenade, Arbat Street shopping
🏜️ Day 4: Charyn Canyon → Explore the “Grand Canyon of Central Asia” → Kaindy Lake, the surreal “Sunken Forest”
🏞️ Day 5: Kolsai Lakes → Hike among pristine alpine lakes & pine forests of the Northern Tien Shan
🏔️ Day 6: Medeo High-Mountain Sports Complex & Shymbulak Ski Resort → Cable car to Big Talgar Pass → Green Bazaar local shopping & Rakhat Chocolate Shop
🛍️ Day 7: Free day in Almaty for your own exploring
🛫 Day 8: Free time → Transfer to Almaty Airport for departure
✅ Includes:
7 nights hotel stay (4★ Plaza Hotel or 4+★ Ramada; village stay in Saty Guest House/Kolsai Village)
Daily breakfast, Day 2–6 lunches
All private transfers & tours with English-speaking guide (min. GV4)
All sightseeing & entrances per itinerary
30 days visa-free for Malaysian passport holders