Almaty Heritage Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Almaty – A Warm Kazakh Welcome

• Arrive at Almaty International Airport

• Meet & greet, transfer to hotel

• Short orientation drive: Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, and Almaty Opera House

• Welcome dinner with Kazakh traditional cuisine

• Overnight in Almaty

Day 2: Almaty City Heritage Tour

• Visit the Central State Museum – explore Kazakhstan’s history & artifacts

• Walk along Republic Square and see the Independence Monument

• Explore Arbat Street – known for local art, crafts, and street performances

• Visit Green Bazaar to experience local food and spice markets

• Optional: Attend a folk music or cultural dance performance in the evening

• Overnight in Almaty

Day 3: Big Almaty Lake & Kazakh Village Visit

• Morning drive to the stunning Big Almaty Lake, surrounded by the Tien Shan mountains

• Photo stops and time to appreciate the alpine scenery

• Visit a nearby ethno-village for a Kazakh yurt experience and folk storytelling

• Optional: Try local crafts or archery demonstration

• Return to city

• Overnight in Almaty

Day 4: Medeu & Shymbulak + Local Traditions

• Visit Medeu Ice Skating Rink – world’s highest Olympic-standard rink

• Take the cable car to Shymbulak Mountain Resort

• Free time for walking trails or enjoying a mountain lunch with views

• Return to Almaty

• Optional: Visit a local crafts museum or join a Kazakh tea ceremony

• Overnight in Almaty

Day 5: Optional Petroglyphs Visit & Departure

• Optional half-day excursion to Tamgaly Petroglyphs (UNESCO site – 170 km)

  • See ancient rock carvings dating back to the Bronze Age

  • Ideal for history and archaeology lovers

• Return to Almaty

• Transfer to Almaty International Airport for departure