GRAND KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Route: Almaty Charyn Kolsai Kaindy Altyn-Emel Turkestan Shymkent
Best Season: April October
Style: Comprehensive Nature, Culture & History Expedition
Arrival in Almaty
Meet your guide at Almaty International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Relax or take a short city stroll to Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Green Bazaar and Kok-Tobe Hill for panoramic views.
Dinner at a traditional Kazakh restaurant.
Overnight in Almaty.
Almaty City Tour
Full day exploring Almaty s museums, parks and markets.
Discover local culture, crafts, and cuisine.
Overnight in Almaty.
Almaty Charyn Canyon
Drive to Charyn Canyon, walk the Valley of Castles and photograph dramatic landscapes.
Overnight near the canyon.
Charyn Kolsai Lakes
Travel to the stunning Kolsai Lakes, hike around the alpine lakes surrounded by pine forests.
Overnight in Kolsai village.
Kolsai Kaindy Lake
Off-road trip to magical Kaindy Lake with its famous sunken forest.
Enjoy hiking and photography.
Overnight in Kolsai.
Kolsai Altyn-Emel National Park
Head into the desert landscapes of Altyn-Emel National Park.
Overnight in a yurt camp or guesthouse.
Altyn-Emel
Explore the Singing Dunes, and colorful Aktau and Katutau Mountains.
Overnight in Altyn-Emel.
Altyn-Emel
Return to Almaty through scenic roads.
Free evening. Overnight in Almaty.
Almaty Turkestan
Fly or train to Turkestan, spiritual heart of Kazakhstan.
Overnight in Turkestan.
Turkestan
Visit Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum, explore bazaars and local streets.
Overnight in Turkestan.
Turkestan Shymkent
Drive to Shymkent, explore Silk Road culture.
Overnight in Shymkent.
Shymkent City Tour
Discover Shymkent s markets, historical sites and taste local cuisine.
Overnight in Shymkent.
Shymkent
Return to Almaty by flight or train.
Free time for shopping or rest.
Overnight in Almaty.
Departure
Transfer to Almaty International Airport.
End of tour.