Almaty

• Almaty

There are many reasons why you will love Almaty

The Café Culture || The Welcoming People || Incredible Nature || Russian Baths || Art and the Mix of Architecture || Nightlife

USP of Almaty

Green Bazaar Market Hall:

Where traders from across Central Asia and as far afield as Korea gather to hawk their wares. Finish off with a glass of fresh Kvas, a soft drink made from fermented bread, from one of the stalls outside.

Adventure:

Barely half an hour’s drive from Almaty, the ski resort of Shymbulak, The resort is unexpectedly ritzy, and the skiing among the best in Central Asia.

World’s second tallest wooden building:

Almaty is not a city awash with historic buildings. Standing proudly defiant in leafy Panfilov Park, one dazzling exception is the Cathedral of the Holy Ascension – a confection of pastel-hued gables, brightly painted tiles and gilded domes – that rises almost 60m and was built without a single nail.

Architecture:

Weird sculptures, interesting architecture, Soviet circus, a big smiling face or painted carpet with typical Kazakh patterns on the pavement, metro stations turned into small galleries, love locks, bird feeders and uncountable small, weird details here and there… Almaty is all about quirkiness.

Café Culture:

The most surprising thing about Almaty city is that it has an exceptional cafe culture! And they are really affordable. Almaty might be a perfect destination for freelancers, with affordable prices and good wi-fi in the cafes!

ALMATY (KAZAKHSTAN) VISA

Indian passport holder can enter the region for a stay of 14 days without any visa. The Kazakhstan government permits 3 trips within 180 days with a maximum stay of 14 days per trip. E-visas can be obtained before departure. Customers must have a printed e-visa confirmation. Customers must have a printed e-visa confirmation.

Kazakhstan visa for Indians:

Passport with a minimum validity of 3 months, containing 2 blank pages.

Migration Service of Kazakhstan invitation letter.

Current email address.

PLACES TO COVER

OPTION A

3N4D: DAY 1 ALMATY

Your tour will start after Lunch in Almaty as your arrival will be little late in the morning at Almaty. Proceed to Rakhat Chocolate Factory and Local Market Zilyoni -Bazar. You can buy Chocolates from Rakhat Chocolate Factory; can buy Dry Fruits at cheap rates and some souvenirs from Zilyoni Bazar.

3N4D: DAY 2 ALMATY KOK-TOBE

After breakfast, proceed towards the tour of Kok – Tobe. It is a mountain which is the highest point of Almaty, Kazakhstan’s largest city. There is a popular recreation area on top of the mountain. The Mountain’s height is 1100 meters above sea level. Kok – Tobe is one of the main landmarks in the city, and it is popular among visitors and tourists to Almaty.

3N4D: DAY 3 ALMATY CITY TOUR

Proceed to Almaty City Tour with English speaking guide, you will know more about history and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan and see its major attractions: Palace of President, Republic Square and Monument of Independence, and Astana Square, Panfilov Park, Abai Square and Palace of Republic, Presidential Park. Enjoy the vibrant Night Life of Almaty.

OPTION B

3N4D: DAY 1 ALMATY

Your tour will start after Lunch in Almaty as your arrival will be little late in the morning at Almaty. Proceed to Rakhat Chocolate Factory and Local Market Zilyoni -Bazar. You can buy Chocolates from Rakhat Chocolate Factory; can buy Dry Fruits at cheap rates and some souvenirs from Zilyoni Bazar.

3N4D: DAY 2 SHYMBULAK

After breakfast, depart for this tour which provides you the best opportunity to see the beautiful mountain surroundings of Almaty city. The first stop of the tour awaits you in the Medeo Gorge, where in the wonderful mountains of Trans-Ili Ala-Tau the largest high mountain skating rink in the world is located as well as the huge dam, protecting the city from destructive mudflows formed on the tops of the western Tien Shan. Next destination is Shymbulak ski resort (Cable Car Fee Included), located at an altitude of 2230 meters above sea level. It is very popular for its mild climate, large quantity of sunny days and snow through the winter and remarkable scenery of mountain ranges.

3N4D: DAY 3 ALMATY CITY TOUR

Proceed to Almaty City Tour with English speaking guide, you will know more about history and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan and see its major attractions: Palace of President, Republic Square and Monument of Independence, and Astana Square, Panfilov Park, Abai Square and Palace of Republic, Presidential Park. Enjoy the vibrant Night Life of Almaty.