Itinerary
• Shymbulak cable car tickets cover all 3 levels. Koktobe is just 1 level (there is just 1 level), it takes around 10 minutes to reach the hill by cable car.
• Lunches and dinners are served in local restaurants, but if you request for Indian meals, this can be done as well.
• Mountaineering equipment: Crampons and trekking poles for the mountain excursion.
• Arrival: Meet and greet at Almaty International Airport.
• Transfer to Hotel: Private transfer to the hotel and check-in.
• Free Time: Time to relax after the journey.
• 19:00 – Welcome Dinner
• Overnight: Hotel in Almaty – Mildom Residence or similar
• 09:00 – Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
• 10:00 – Panfilov Park: Walk through the historic park and visit the colorful Zenkov Cathedral.
• 11:00 – Memorial of Glory: Visit the World War II memorial and Eternal Flame.
• 12:00 – Green Bazaar: Explore the traditional market and discover local products and Kazakh delicacies.
• 13:00 – Lunch: Lunch at a local restaurant.
• 14:30 – Republic Square: Visit one of Almaty's main squares and see its prominent monuments.
• 15:30 – Kok Tobe Hill: Take the cable car up to Kok Tobe for panoramic views of Almaty and the surrounding mountains. Enjoy free time to explore the hilltop park.
• 19:00 –Dinner
• 20:00 – Return to Hotel: Transfer back to the hotel.
• 08:00 – Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
• 09:00 – Transfer to Medeu: Drive to the Medeu mountain area.
• 10:00 – Shymbulak Ski Resort: Take the cable car to the ski resort, enjoy the mountain scenery, and spend time exploring the resort.
• 12:00 – Early Lunch: Lunch at a mountain restaurant.
• After lunch – Bogdanovich Glacier Excursion: Visit the Bogdanovich Glacier area only if conditions, access, and the group's fitness level permit. This excursion may require a separate guided mountain hike and suitable equipment.
• 18:00 – Return to Almaty: Transfer back to the hotel.
• 19:00 – Dinner
Note: The Shymbulak ski resort and Bogdanovich Glacier may require separate activity plans. Glacier access is weather-dependent and should be confirmed with a qualified local mountain guide.
• 09:00 – Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
• 10:00 – Departure: Transfer to Huns Ethno Village.
• 11:00 – Arrival and Welcome: Introduction to Kazakh traditions, culture, and nomadic heritage.
• 11:30 – Traditional Activities: Experience traditional games and demonstrations, with opportunities to learn about horseback culture and nomadic life.
• 13:00 – Traditional Kazakh Lunch: Enjoy local cuisine in a traditional setting.
• 14:00 – Cultural Program: Watch traditional performances and learn about Kazakh customs, music, and crafts, subject to the program available on the day.
• 16:00 – Return Transfer: Drive back to Almaty.
• 17:30– Dinner
• 19:00 – Arrival at Hotel: Free time to relax.
• 08:00 – Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel.
• 09:00 – Transfer to Oi Qaragai: Drive to the mountain resort in the Almaty region.
• 10:00 – Oi Qaragai Resort: Enjoy the mountain scenery and explore the resort. Optional activities may include walking, sightseeing, or seasonal outdoor experiences, depending on availability.
• 14:00 – Lunch
• 14:00 – Return to Almaty: Transfer back to the city.
• 15:30– National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan: Explore exhibitions covering Kazakhstan's history, archaeology, cultural heritage, and national identity.
• 18:00 – Welcome Dinner
• 19:30 Return to Hotel: Transfer to the hotel and free time.
Note: Oi Qaragai and the National Museum are in different locations, so the timing should be confirmed against traffic and the museum's opening hours. If necessary, the order of visits can be changed.
• Morning – Breakfast: Breakfast at the hotel, subject to departure time.
• Hotel Check-out: Check out and prepare for departure.
• Airport Transfer: Private transfer to Almaty International Airport according to the flight schedule.
• Departure: End of the tour.