National Holiday Group Departure to Kazakhstan

4Nights & 5Days – Almaty with Mountains

Itinerary

DAY 01

WELCOME TO ALMATY > ISSYK LAKE > KOK TOBE TOUR

04:00 Hrs (Early Morning) : WELCOME TO ALMATY!! After clearing custom & immigration procedures followed by baggage collection, you will be met by our English speaking office staff in the arrivals hall. 05:00 Hrs : Our team will escort the group to their vehicle. Proceed to your hotel.Upon arrival at the hotel group will check-in to their respective rooms. 10:00 Hrs : VISIT TO ISSYK LAKE !!
The Issyk lake tour is especially designed for all mountain lovers who can first hike to the beautiful cliffs called ‘The Kremlin walls’ and later camp at the lake side taking in the fresh air and scenic beauty.
The tour would start by taking you to the spectacular gorges of Trans-Ili- Alatau along the Kuldja tract famous for trade caravans. In between, you would get a dose on history, as the tour would take you to see the burial mounds of the Saka Period, the Ostrich Farm and the Issyk Barrow. The route would finally take you to Issyk Lake, where you can enjoy the breath-taking beauty of the turquoise water
surface and a view of the surrounding area. One can click photographs to seize the moment or can just laze around and read a book or soak in the silence of the natural beauty.

14:00 Hrs : Lunch at any restaurant.(Direct payment)
18:00 Hrs: KokTobe is the highest point in the city of Almaty standing on a 1100 m hill at the south-east edge of the city. It is worth a visit to KokTobe because of its panoramic view of the city from all directions. To reach the KokTobe hill, one should take a cable car
ride which starts near Hotel Kazakhstan and goes over some of the oldest parts of Almaty and the magnificent fruit growing gardens. Once you reach the KokTobe hill, you would see the famous 372 m high TV Tower which is visible from far and offers great views of the mountains and the city plus many attractions at the top including many restaurants serving cuisines from across the globe.
20:00 Hrs : Dinner at any restaurant. (Direct payment)

DAY 02
FUN IN SHMBULAK > PANFILOV PROMENADE & ARBAT STREET

07:00 – 10:00 Hrs : Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 Hrs :Proceed on an excursion to the beautiful mountain resort of Shymbulak Ski resort including Gondola tickets to level3 and services of our English speaking guide. “Shymbu-lak Ski Resort” is located in the beautiful Zailiyskiy Alatau mountain at 2260 m above sea level. It is 25 Km from the city centre of Almaty city and has an average temperature of +25C in the summer & -7C in the winter months. The average snowfall is around 1.5M. It is usually very sunny as the average number of sunny days a year can reach 90%. Ski season is normally begins in December and can run into April. The ski slopes are served by Gondola cars from “Medeu” to the base of Shymbulak, 2260 m above sea level. This Gondola is the world’s third-longest Gondola with a length of 4.5 KM. The Gondola has 114 comfortable cabins for all guests of the resort and has the capacity of 2,000 people per hour. The Ski resort has six lifts that service the mountains. Two combination lifts ( Combi1 & Combi2) that have both quad-chairs and 8 passenger cabins, two quad-chair lifts.

The lift system will take you to Talgar pass where you are 3180 m above sea level. A vertical rise of 920 m. The majestic mountain view with snowy slopes and evergreen Tien Shan are spectacular and must be seen. Located in the resort is a hotel, restaurants, café and coffee shop with a variety of cuisine to suit all taste. Time at leisure.
14:00 Hrs : Lunch at any restaurant. (Direct payment)
17:00 Hrs : WALKING TOUR OF PANFILOV PROMENADE Panfilov street is another gorgeous pedestrian street that will help you dive into a true Almaty spirit. While passing through, you will be introduced to a Soviet Era architecture masterpiece. On top of it all, it is a favorite place for street artist to perform, so live music & street performance will be accommodating your journey. The tour starts from Abay Opera theatre and end on Arbat street. Savour local ice-cream while enjoying the atmosphere of this bustling street located in the heart of the city.
20:00 Hrs : Dinner at any restaurant. (Direct payment)

DAY 03
PANFILOV PARK & ZENKOV CATHEDRAL > VISIT ARBAT STREET > FALCON SHOW

07:00 – 10:00 Hrs : Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 Hrs : PANFILOV PARK & ZENKOV CATHEDRAL
Its Almaty’s most popular strolling and picnic places for people of all ages. The Park is named and dedicated to the Panfilov Heroes who were 28 soliders of an Almaty Infantry. Their memories are etched at the fearsome war memorial east of the Zenkov Cathedral which depict soliders from all 15 soviet republics on the map of USSR. The Park is lush green area and it’s a good place to sit, rest, relax and see the bustling sights of the city. ‘Zenkov Cathedral’,is one of the most beautiful, magnificent and architectural monument of the city of Almaty with the height of 56 meters and is located in the green Panfilov Park of Almaty.

A. Zenkov had supervised the construction of this cathedral in the early 19th century and legend goes that it was built without a single nail. But unfortunately, it’s not true. Although the design is remarkably unique but it’s because of the advanced technological expertise of that time. They used the construction concept of Semi ruche which meant using of reinforced concrete, timber preservation and ventilation.
14:00 Hrs : Lunch at any restaurant. (Direct payment)
17:00 Hrs : FALCON SHOW !!
You visit falcon farm, where it is possible to see an unforgettable show with birds of prey, and later it will be possible to look at their
life, to take a set of pictures and with great Mood to return to the city.
20:00 Hrs : Dinner at any restaurant. (Direct payment)

DAY 04

ALMATY CITY TOUR > GREEN BAZAAR & RAKHAT > CHOCOLATE SHOP > SHOPPING TOUR

07:00 – 10:00 Hrs : Breakfast at the hotel.
10:00 Hrs : ALMATY CITY TOUR
You will know more about the history and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan and see its major attractions, the Palace of President, Republic Square and Monument of Independence, Astana Square, Abai Square and Palace of Republic, Presidential Park.
12:00 Hrs : GREEN BAZAAR + RAKHAT CHOCOLATE SHOP
If you are among these, who don’t like to go to a mall and prefer the outdoor market among fresh air and belong to the old-school shopping type, then without wasting any time, head straight towards the Zelyony Bazaar located close to the Paniflov Park in Almaty.
Also, known as the Green Market, this market is your typical local market where you can purchase everything starting from meat to spices to fruits to even clothes and furniture. The key to shopping here is that you should have a flair for bargaining and you can get everything at a very reasonable rate. You will be delighted to see the colourful atmosphere and the variety of goods available. Right next door is the
famous Rakhat Chocolate shop.

Rakhat which means pleasure in Kazakh is the oldest manufactures of chocolates dating back to almost 70 years.Around 3500 workers work in basically 2 factories, one located in Almaty and one in Shymkent city. They also make chocolates for people suffering from diabetes and their low calorie products like candies, cookies and waffles are a range among the people and tourists.
14:00 Hrs : Lunch at any restaurant. (Direct payment)
16:00 Hrs : Shopping Tour Almaty is great for shopping.
Your tour guide will take you to visit various modern shopping malls around the city. Some of the well known malls are Mega Mall, Dostyk Plaza, Villa boutiques.
20:00 Hrs : Dinner at any restaurant. (Direct payment)

DAY 05
RETURN HOME
02:00 – 02:30 Hrs : Packed breakfast & check-out from the hotel.
02:30 Hrs :
It’s time to say good-bye to this beautiful city. Our driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight home or to an onward destination.

Also Known As: Republic of Kazakhstan • Qazaqstan Respublikasï • Kazakstan
Capital: Astana
Currency: Tenge (T)
Weather In December : the first month of the winter in Almaty, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between -6.4°C (20.5°F) and 2.3°C (36.1°F).
Currency Exchange Rate: 1 USD equals 478.761 Kazakhstani Tenge
Official Languages : Kazakh; Russia

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Your Price Includes:

• Round trip Flight Ticket with Air Arabia
• 04 Nights in Almaty Holiday Inn Express
• All Tours & Transfers
• English speaking guide service during the tours
• All Entrance fee
• Everyday Breakfast
• Travel Insurance

PRICE DETAILS

Price for the package per person on Triple Room: AED 2950/-
Price for the package per person on Double Room: AED 3150/-
Price for the package per person on Single Room: AED 3800/-
Price for Child with Bed: AED 2350/-
Price for Child No Bed: AED 2150/-

Hotel:
Holiday Inn Express