Cultural holidays

Almaty & Astana

Almaty's mountains, lakes and canyon, then a short flight to Astana for the Bayterek Tower, Khan Shatyr and the capital's bold architecture.

Trip at a glance

Duration7 days / 6 nights
Starts inAlmaty
RouteAlmaty · Astana
Places2 destinations
CountryKazakhstan
Ideal forCultural holidays, Family holidays
Trip stylePrivate, customisable
Package codeNX-N03UYA

Best time to visit: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow

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Almaty, Kazakhstan

Trip overview

Almaty's mountains, lakes and canyon, then a short flight to Astana for the Bayterek Tower, Khan Shatyr and the capital's bold architecture.

The route spends 4 nights in Almaty and 2 nights in Astana, so you get time for the main sights without changing hotels every day. It suits cultural holidays and family holidays, and every day can be shortened, swapped or extended.

Highlights

Big Almaty LakeShymbulakCharyn CanyonBayterek TowerKhan ShatyrPalace of Peace and Reconciliation

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Almaty

Arrive via Almaty International Airport (ALA) and transfer to your hotel
Check in and settle in
Later: Panfilov Park: Park with the wooden Ascension Cathedral

Day 2Almaty: Big Almaty Lake and Shymbulak

Big Almaty Lake: Turquoise mountain lake above the city
Shymbulak: Ski resort and gondola at 3,200 m

Day 3Almaty: Charyn Canyon and Kolsai and Kaindy lakes

Charyn Canyon: Red-rock canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon
Kolsai and Kaindy lakes: Alpine lakes, one with a sunken forest

Day 4Almaty: Kok Tobe and Medeu

Kok Tobe: Hilltop park with city views by cable car
Medeu: High-altitude skating rink

Day 5Almaty to Astana

Fly from Almaty to Astana (flight timings confirmed in your quote)
Check in at your Astana hotel
Hazrat Sultan Mosque: One of Central Asia's largest mosques

Day 6Astana: National Museum of Kazakhstan and Museum visits

National Museum of Kazakhstan: History and gold treasures of the steppe
Museum visits

Day 7Depart from Astana

Breakfast and hotel check-out
Transfer to Astana International Airport (NQZ) for your journey home

How this version is planned

Licensed local guides at the major heritage sites
Timed tickets booked for sites that need them
Craft, music or cooking experiences added where they fit
Time built in to explore old quarters on foot
Daily drives kept short, with stops for children

This is a suggested itinerary. Sightseeing order may change with opening days, weather and local conditions; your final plan is in your written quote.

Good to know

Almaty: Plan an overnight near Kolsai rather than doing the lakes and canyon in one long day.
Astana: Add Astana with a short flight from Almaty; summer is the time to go.

At a glance

Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
Route: Almaty, Astana
Ideal for: Cultural holidays, Family holidays
Best time: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow; June to September
Trip style: Private, customisable
Package code: NX-N03UYA

Plan this trip

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Prices depend on dates, hotel category and group size, so we quote each trip individually.

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Typically included

Hotel stay for 6 nights with daily breakfast (hotel category as per your quote)
Airport transfers and sightseeing as per the itinerary (private or shared, stated in your quote)
Entry tickets for the sightseeing listed in your quote
Visa documentation guidance before you travel
Trip support from our Chennai team on WhatsApp

Not included

International flights unless added to your quote
Visa fees and travel insurance
Lunch and dinner unless stated
Optional activities and personal expenses
City or tourism taxes payable at hotels where applicable
GST and TCS as applicable under Indian tax rules

Final inclusions are listed in your written quote.

FAQs

Questions about this trip

Can I change this itinerary?

Yes. This is a private, customisable itinerary. We can add or remove nights, change hotels, swap sightseeing and adjust the pace before you book.

When is the best time for this trip?

Almaty: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow. Astana: June to September.

How do I start the trip from Chennai?

The trip begins in Almaty (Almaty International Airport (ALA), with direct flights from Delhi). We can add return flights from Chennai or any other city to your quote.

How much does this package cost?

We quote each trip individually because the price depends on travel dates, hotel category, room sharing and group size. Request a quote and we send a price on WhatsApp.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date is commonly required. Visa and entry rules for Indian citizens vary by country and change, so we confirm the current requirements from official sources when you book.