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Kazakhstan Grand Adventure — 10 Days
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Kazakhstan Grand Adventure

10 Days 2 Persons 8+ Locations Most Popular

Experience the full spectrum of Kazakhstan's natural wonders and cultural heritage on this epic 10-day journey. From the dramatic red cliffs of Charyn Canyon to the pristine alpine waters of Kolsay Lakes, from sleeping in traditional yurts to galloping on horseback through mountain valleys — this is Central Asia at its most magnificent.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Your 10-Day Adventure

1 Charyn Canyon → Saty Village → Kolsay Lake
Canyon · Village · Alpine Lake
08:00 Depart Almaty and drive east toward the spectacular Charyn Canyon (approximately 3 hours).
11:00 Arrive at Charyn Canyon. Hike through the Valley of Castles — towering red sandstone formations sculpted over 12 million years. Photo opportunities at every turn.
14:00 Lunch at a local café near the canyon rim with panoramic views.
15:30 Continue to Saty Village, a traditional mountain settlement at the gateway to Kolsay Lakes.
17:00 Arrive at Kolsay Lake 1. Enjoy a peaceful evening walk along the lakeshore surrounded by spruce forests and snow-capped peaks. Check into your guesthouse in Saty.
19:30 Traditional Kazakh dinner at the guesthouse — try beshbarmak and freshly baked baursak.
SUV Transfer Canyon Entry Lunch + Dinner Guesthouse
2 Kayindi Lake → Black Canyon → Altyn Emel/Basshy
Horseback · Underwater Forest · Canyon
08:00 Breakfast at the guesthouse. Saddle up for a horseback ride through mountain trails to the surreal Kayindi Lake — famous for its submerged spruce forest rising from emerald waters.
12:00 Return from Kayindi Lake. Packed lunch with mountain views.
13:30 Drive to the Black Canyon — a hidden gem with dramatic dark volcanic walls contrasting against turquoise river waters.
16:00 Continue toward Altyn Emel National Park, arriving at the Basshy area. Settle into accommodation near the park.
19:00 Dinner under the stars with views of the vast steppe landscape. Rest up for tomorrow's big adventure in Altyn Emel.
Horseback Riding SUV Transfer 3 Meals Guesthouse
3 Altyn Emel → Almaty
Aktau · Katutau · Singing Dunes · Willow
07:00 Early breakfast. Full-day exploration of Altyn Emel National Park — Kazakhstan's largest national park.
08:30 Visit the Aktau Mountains — stunning white, red, and orange layered mountains shaped like ancient castles rising from the desert floor.
11:00 Explore Katutau — volcanic rock formations and ancient lava flows creating a surreal moon-like landscape.
12:30 Visit the 700-year-old willow tree — a sacred natural monument standing alone on the vast steppe.
14:00 Lunch in the park. Then head to the famous Singing Dunes — 150m sand mountains that produce an eerie humming sound when the wind blows.
17:00 Depart Altyn Emel and drive back to Almaty (approximately 3 hours).
20:00 Arrive at your Almaty hotel. Relax after an epic day of natural wonders.
SUV Transfer Park Entry 3 Meals Hotel
4 Shymbulak → Kok Tobe
Cable Car · 3200m · Mountain Views
09:00 Breakfast at the hotel. Head to the Medeu skating rink area and begin the cable car ascent to Shymbulak Mountain Resort.
10:30 Ride the world's third-longest gondola lift from 2,200m up to Talgar Pass at 3,200m. Breathtaking panoramic views of Almaty and the Tien Shan range at every stage.
12:00 Lunch at a mountain restaurant with sweeping valley views. Try traditional Kazakh lagman soup at altitude.
14:00 Descend and head to Kok Tobe — Almaty's beloved hilltop park. Ride the cable car up for sunset views over the city.
17:00 Visit the famous Kok Tobe TV Tower viewpoint, explore the park, and enjoy the panoramic cityscape as the sun sets behind the mountains.
19:00 Dinner at a restaurant in Almaty. Return to hotel.
Cable Car Tickets 3 Meals Hotel
5 Almaty City Tour
Cathedral · Bazar · Arbat · Rakhat
09:00 Begin at Panfilov Park — a beautiful green space with tree-lined paths and monuments honoring the heroes of WWII.
10:00 Visit the stunning Ascension Cathedral — one of the world's tallest wooden buildings, painted in cheerful candy colors. Inside, ornate icons and golden chandeliers create a breathtaking atmosphere.
11:30 Explore the legendary Green Bazar — Almaty's oldest and most vibrant market. Sample dried fruits, spices, smoked cheeses, and fresh nuts. A feast for all senses.
13:30 Lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic Kazakh cuisine — plov, manty, and shashlik.
15:00 Visit the Rakhat Candy Factory shop — sample and purchase famous Kazakh chocolates and sweets to take home.
16:30 Stroll along Arbat — Almaty's lively pedestrian street with street artists, musicians, cafés, and local artisans selling handmade crafts.
19:00 Dinner at a rooftop restaurant with views of the illuminated city and mountains.
Walking Tour 3 Meals Hotel Bazar Visit
6 Ethnic Village — Nomadic Culture Day
Yurt · Saka · Dzhigitovka · Kara Zhorga
09:00 Depart for the Ethnic Village — an immersive nomadic heritage complex where ancient Saka civilization comes alive.
10:30 Traditional Saka greeting ceremony — warriors on horseback welcome you with ancient rituals and songs as you enter the village.
11:00 Step inside a traditional Kazakh yurt and learn about nomadic life. Watch kattama bread being baked on a cast-iron pan over an open fire — then taste it fresh with honey and jam.
12:30 Witness dzhigitovka — the breathtaking art of Kazakh horseback stunts. Riders perform acrobatic feats including hanging from the saddle, picking up objects from the ground at full gallop, and standing on horseback.
14:00 Traditional Kazakh feast for lunch — beshbarmak (the national dish of boiled meat and pasta), kuyrdak, and endless cups of sweet Kazakh tea.
15:30 Learn and dance the Kara Zhorga — Kazakhstan's famous traditional shoulder dance. Our hosts will teach you the joyful, rhythmic movements as live dombra music fills the air.
17:00 Try your hand at archery with traditional bows — the ancient skill of Saka warriors. Compete with your travel partner for bragging rights!
18:30 Return to Almaty. Dinner at leisure.
Ethnic Village Horse Show Archery Lunch Hotel
7 Almaarasan → Big Almaty Lake → Falcon Show
Gorge · Alpine Lake · Park · Birds of Prey
08:00 Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Almaarasan Gorge — a lush mountain gorge with cascading waterfalls and natural hot springs, just outside Almaty.
10:00 Hike through the gorge along forest trails, crossing streams and enjoying panoramic views of the city below. Stop at the natural hot springs.
12:00 Continue up to Big Almaty Lake — the stunning turquoise glacial lake at 2,511m, cradled by 4,000m+ peaks. The vivid colors shift with the light, creating endless photo opportunities.
14:00 Lunch at a mountainside café with views of the lake and surrounding peaks.
15:30 Descend and visit First President Park — Almaty's grand park with fountains, manicured gardens, and mountain views.
17:00 Attend a spectacular Falcon Show — watch trained golden eagles, falcons, and hawks demonstrate their incredible hunting skills in a dramatic outdoor setting. A centuries-old Kazakh tradition brought to life.
19:00 Return to hotel. Dinner at leisure in Almaty.
Gorge Hike Falcon Show 3 Meals Hotel
8 Bear Waterfall → Trout Farm → Issyk Lake
Waterfall · Trout · Ancient Lake
08:00 Breakfast at hotel. Drive east toward the mountains to visit the Bear Waterfall — a powerful cascade nestled in a forested gorge.
10:00 Short approach walk to the waterfall. Feel the mist and power of the rushing water surrounded by lush greenery.
11:30 Visit a local trout farm — learn about sustainable trout farming in mountain streams. Enjoy incredibly fresh trout prepared right before your eyes.
13:00 Trout lunch at the farm — grilled or smoked, served with fresh bread and local herbs.
15:00 Continue to Issyk Lake — a beautiful mountain lake formed over 8,000 years ago. This is where the famous Issyk Golden Man (2,500-year-old Saka warrior armor) was discovered. Walk the lakeshore and visit the small museum.
18:00 Return to Almaty. Dinner at leisure.
Waterfall Visit Trout Farm 3 Meals Hotel
9 Bear Waterfall Hike → Assy Plateau by SUV
800m Hike · Highland Plateau · Outdoor Dining
07:00 Early start. Return to the Bear Waterfall area for a more extensive 800-meter hike along the gorge trail — deeper into the wilderness with more dramatic views of the cascading water.
11:00 Packed lunch in nature. Then begin the thrilling SUV journey up to the Assy Plateau at 2,500m.
13:00 Arrive at the Assy Plateau — a vast highland of endless green pastures with panoramic mountain views stretching to the horizon. One of Kazakhstan's most dramatic and remote landscapes.
14:00 Outdoor dining experience on the plateau — enjoy a freshly prepared meal surrounded by nothing but mountains, sky, and the sound of wind through alpine grasses. An unforgettable picnic at the top of the world.
16:00 Explore the plateau's ancient petroglyphs and enjoy the raw, untouched beauty of this remote landscape. Perfect for photography and quiet contemplation.
18:00 Drive back to Almaty through scenic mountain passes. Arrive at hotel around 20:00.
800m Hike SUV to Assy Outdoor Dining Hotel
10 Nomad City → Ili River → Tamgaly Tas → Almaty
Nomad Village · River · Petroglyphs · Farewell
08:00 Final breakfast at the hotel. Check out and depart for Nomad City — an immersive heritage park where ancient Saka civilization is brought to life.
10:00 Explore Nomad City — traditional yurts, ancient crafts, nomadic games, and cultural demonstrations. A fitting grand finale to your Central Asian journey.
12:00 Drive to the Ili River — Kazakhstan's mighty river flowing through dramatic desert landscapes. Stop for photos and enjoy the contrast of blue water against golden cliffs.
13:30 Visit Tamgaly Tas — sacred rocks along the Ili River with ancient Buddhist petroglyphs and Sanskrit inscriptions dating back over 1,000 years. A powerful spiritual site connecting you to the deep history of the Silk Road.
15:00 Farewell lunch — a final feast of Kazakh specialties. Share stories, exchange contacts, and say goodbye to your guides who have become friends.
16:30 Drive back to Almaty. Drop-off at your hotel or the airport. Until next time — saubolynyz! (Goodbye in Kazakh)
Nomad City Ili River Tamgaly Tas Lunch

What's Included

  • Private SUV transfers throughout the tour
  • English-speaking guide for all 10 days
  • Accommodation (guesthouses in Saty/Basshy, hotel in Almaty)
  • Three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
  • All entrance fees to national parks and attractions
  • Horseback riding experience to Kayindi Lake
  • Cable car tickets (Shymbulak + Kok Tobe)
  • Ethnic village cultural program (dzhigitovka, archery, Kara Zhorga)
  • Falcon show experience
  • Trout farm visit and lunch
  • Outdoor dining on Assy Plateau
  • Bottled water throughout the tour

Not Included

  • International flights to/from Kazakhstan
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Tips for guides and drivers
Kyrgyzstan Explorer — 4 Days
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Kyrgyzstan Explorer

4 Days 2 Persons $1,000 for 2 persons 6+ Locations

A compact but action-packed 4-day adventure through the best of Kyrgyzstan. From the dramatic red cliffs of Jeti-Oguz to the legendary Issyk-Kul Lake, from ancient Silk Road towers to the modern capital of Bishkek — experience the essence of Kyrgyzstan with eagle hunting, suspension bridges, and alpine national parks all in one unforgettable journey.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Your 4-Day Adventure

1 Karkara Border → Karakol City Tour
Border Crossing · City · Culture
08:00 Cross the Karkara border from Kazakhstan into Kyrgyzstan — a scenic mountain border crossing with stunning views of the Tien Shan range.
11:00 Arrive in Karakol — Kyrgyzstan's adventure capital. Begin a guided city tour visiting the Dungan Mosque (built without nails in Chinese pagoda style), the Holy Trinity Cathedral, and the local bazaar.
13:00 Lunch at a local restaurant — try Ashlyan-Fu, Karakol's famous cold noodle soup, a Dungan specialty found nowhere else.
15:00 Continue exploring Karakol's charming streets and Soviet-era architecture. Visit the Karakol Historical Museum.
18:00 Check into your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Karakol.
Transfer Lunch + Dinner Hotel
2 Jeti-Oguz → Skazka → Bokonbaevo → Eagle Hunting
Red Cliffs · Fairy Tale · Eagles
08:00 Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Jeti-Oguz Canyon — the famous "Seven Bulls" red sandstone formations and the romantic "Broken Heart" cliff. Spectacular photo opportunities.
11:00 Continue to Skazka Canyon (Fairy Tale Canyon) — surreal, colorful eroded rock formations shaped like castles, dragons, and mythical creatures. A natural masterpiece.
13:00 Lunch with views of Issyk-Kul Lake's southern shore.
14:30 Drive to Bokonbaevo village on the south shore of Issyk-Kul Lake.
16:00 Witness a thrilling Eagle Hunting demonstration — an ancient Kyrgyz tradition. Watch trained golden eagles and falcons soar and hunt at their master's command. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience with one of Central Asia's most iconic cultural practices.
18:30 Dinner at a local guesthouse. Overnight in Bokonbaevo area.
Canyon Visits Eagle Hunting Show 3 Meals Guesthouse
3 Issyk-Kul South Shore → Burana Tower → Bishkek
Alpine Lake · Silk Road · Capital
08:00 Breakfast. Drive along the stunning south shore of Issyk-Kul Lake — 182 km of pristine alpine shoreline with snow-capped mountains reflected in crystal waters.
11:00 Visit Burana Tower — a 25-meter 11th-century minaret, the last remnant of the ancient Silk Road city of Balasagun. Climb the winding stairs for sweeping valley views. Explore the field of ancient balbal stone warriors and petroglyphs.
13:00 Lunch at a roadside café in the Chuy Valley.
15:00 Arrive in Bishkek — Kyrgyzstan's vibrant capital. City tour including Ala-Too Square, the State History Museum, and the colorful Osh Bazaar.
18:00 Check into hotel. Dinner at a restaurant in Bishkek. Overnight in Bishkek.
Issyk-Kul Drive Burana Tower 3 Meals Hotel
4 Sky Bridge → Chunkurchak → Ala-Archa → End
Suspension Bridge · Gorge · National Park
08:00 Breakfast at hotel. Head to the Sky Bridge — one of Central Asia's longest suspension bridges, 150m across the stunning Chunkurchak gorge. Walk across for heart-pounding views of the valley below and the snow-capped Kyrgyz Ala-Too range.
11:00 Explore the Chunkurchak gorge area — dramatic cliffs, rushing streams, and wild mountain scenery just outside Bishkek.
12:30 Drive to Ala-Archa National Park — one of Central Asia's most spectacular alpine parks. Hike through pine forests along rushing rivers toward glacier viewpoints.
14:00 Farewell lunch in the national park. Soak in the dramatic mountain scenery one last time.
16:00 Return to Bishkek. Tour concludes — drop-off at your hotel or onward travel point. Goodbye, Kyrgyzstan!
Sky Bridge National Park Breakfast + Lunch Drone Video

What's Included

  • Private transfers throughout (SUV/minivan)
  • English-speaking guide for all 4 days
  • Accommodation (hotels + guesthouse)
  • Breakfast each morning
  • All entrance fees (canyons, towers, national parks)
  • Eagle hunting demonstration
  • Sky Bridge entrance
  • Drone video of your trip
  • Bottled water throughout
  • All transportation between locations

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Lunch and dinner (available at local restaurants)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Tips for guides and drivers