Overview
Experience the vibrant charm of Kazakhstan with this 4 Nights / 5 Days Almaty getaway. Discover the cultural heart of the city through guided tours, bustling bazaars, and modern shopping hubs. Explore breathtaking mountain landscapes including Medeo, Shymbulak, and the stunning Big Almaty Lake surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Enjoy a perfect mix of nature, city life, shopping, and entertainment along with Indian meals for comfort. From scenic cable rides to local markets and optional nightlife experiences, this tour is ideal for couples, friends, and group travelers seeking a short yet memorable international holiday.
Highlights
- Almaty City & Cultural Tour
- Medeo & Shymbulak Mountains
- Big Almaty Lake Visit
- Shopping & Local Markets
- Falcon Show Experience
Itinerary
Departure from Delhi by flight KC 908 Air Astana
Arrival in Almaty, meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel
- Check-in
Transfer from hotel to Indian Restaurant, dinner
Transfer from Indian restaurant to hotel
Welcome to Kazakhstan!
Meals: Dinner
Breakfast in the hotel
“Almaty city-tour”
Starting point of the tour – the hotel of stay.
The tour starts from the center of Almaty. You will get acquainted with the history of the origin and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan, and you will see its main attractions as well: The Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Presidential Residence, the Republic Square and the Independence Monument, the Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Abai, Astana Square, Railway Station, Central Mosque, Park of 28 Panfilov guardsmen, Abai Square and the Palace of the Republic.
After acquaintance with the sports, cultural and business districts of the city (Palace of Sports, Central Stadium, Kazakh Circus, Wedding Palace, Almaty Towers, Nurlitau Business Center, Financial Center .
lunch in Indian restaurant
Relax and go shopping!
First you will visit Zhinoli bazaar where you can buy different presents and sweets. Then our tour will continue to chocolate factory “Rakhat” . It is well known factory in Kazkahstan and abroad where you can buy delicious sweets and cakes in the shop of factory.
Next stop is the biggest Mall “Mega” where guests can go shopping, visit cinemas , entertainment centers and spend wonderful day!
Dinner in Indian restaurant
Transfer to hotel
Free time
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Breakfast in the hotel
“Surrounded by mountains”
The tour route gives you a wonderful opportunity to get acquainted with the most beautiful mountains of Zailiyskiy Alatau, surrounding the city of Almaty.
The first stop awaits you in the Medeo natural boundary, where you see the dam that protects the city from the devastating mudflows that form on the tops of the Western Tien Shan.
Further, the tour route will take you to a height of 3163 meters above sea level ( third level of mountains), where the ski resort Shymbulak is located, and which is considered to be one of the best ski bases in the territory of the CIS.
lunch in Indian restaurant
Relax and go shopping!
Dinner in Indian restaurant
Transfer to the hotel
Free time
Option: Or maybe you would like enjoy Casino … It is special casino space not far from Almaty ( about 1 hour by transfer ) where you can relax and check your success. Transfer to casino can be also provided by request for additional payment Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, dinner
"Big Almaty Lake"
The tour starts with the lunch
BAO was formed as a result of glaciers melting. Due to high-mountain location the water temperature never exceeds +10 degrees.
The route of the tour will take place at an altitude of 3300 meters above sea level, where the bases for scientific astronomical and space research are located. Here, at the base of the Big Almaty peak, you can enjoy the enchanting panorama of the mountains and BAO surrounded by picturesque mountains covered with Teen Shan spruce, aspen and juniper.
On the way back to the city you will visit the falcon nursery, where you can see a spectacular show with hunting birds of prey.
arrival to сity and transfer to Indian Restaurant
Transfer to the hotel
Free time
Option: Transfer to night clubs for additional payment. Or maybe you would like enjoy Casino … It is special casino space not far from Almaty ( about 1 hour by transfer ) where you can relax and check your success. Transfer to casino can be also provided by request for additional payment Enjoy your time and see all the colors of Almaty…
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch box, dinner
Transfer from the hotel to the airport
Flight Almaty-Delhi, flight KC 907 airline Air Astana
Arrival in Delhi
Meals: Lunch box
Cost
The Cost Includes
- Visa Invitation
- Transfers and transportation services according to the program
- Accommodation in a hotel in a standard double room
- The food indicated in the program
- Excursions according to the program with a guide
- Entrance tickets and environmental fees according to the program
- Water during excursions ( 2 battles )
The Cost Excludes
- International airfare
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses
- Tips & gratuities
- Optional activities
- Casino/Night club transfers
- Unmentioned services
FAQs
Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.
On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.
The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.
Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.
No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.
Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.
Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason.
It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.
For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.
