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A Week in Almaty: Exploring the Gems of Kazakhstan

Lhianne Jhezley

Lhianne Jhezley

15 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day adventure in Almaty, Kazakhstan's vibrant city. Discover stunning parks, majestic cathedrals, bustling bazaars, and breathtaking natural wonders. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Almaty

Day 1
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$13

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$ 2

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Directions

Park named after Mukagali Makataev
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Directions

St Nicholas Cathedral
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Central Park
Large, historic hub with a lake, amusement park, sports facilities, cafes & boat rentals.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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Directions

Almaty Zoo
Zoo opened in 1937, featuring mammals, birds & reptiles in their natural habitats.
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$13
Baum grove
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 1

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Directions

Almatinskiye Sakskiye Kurgany
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Directions

Almaty Central Mosque
Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Directions

Green Bazaar
High-roofed indoor farmer's market lined with stalls & tables selling meat, vegetables & dry fruits.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Directions

Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
A 44-acre park commemorating WWII heroes with wooden cathedral & folk instrument museum buildings.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
11 - 16 min

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Directions

Zenkov's Cathedral
This wooden Ukrainian-baroque Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1907.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Arbat G. Almaty
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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Free
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$0

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$ 2

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
10 - 15 min

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Directions

Park on Astana square
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Directions

Viktor Tsoi monument
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Directions

Abay Kunanbaiuly Monument
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Directions

Independence Monument
Soaring obelisk honoring Kazakhstan's independence featuring a golden warrior atop a winged leopard.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Directions

Aspan Park
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
South Park
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Free
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$0

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$ 2

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Directions

Family Park
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Directions

First President park
Viewing & seating area & a semicircular colonnade in an urban park for gatherings and events.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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Directions

Sokolinyy Pitomnik "Sunkar"
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Botanical garden
Lotus ponds, swans & tree-lined pathways, plus exotic plants from around the world.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 2

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Directions

Sairan Reservoir
This reservoir in Almaty is surrounded by parks & beaches & features city views.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
46 - 56 min

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Directions

Baiken
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
68 - 82 min

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Directions

Butakovskiy waterfall
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Tabagan
Recreational ski mountain offering alpine trails, a lodge, a toboggan run & other winter activities.
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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Free
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 2

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

37 - 45 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Directions

Kim Asar gorge
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Ile-Alatau National Park
Created in 1996, this 200-hectare park features alpine meadows, forest, glaciers, lakes & more.
11:30 AM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free
Day 7
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$75

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$ 2

Tahar Hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

55 - 66 min

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Directions

Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Directions

Shymbulak
Picturesque ski resort with over 7 mi. of trails, numerous restaurants & year-round activities.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
Medeu
Stalwart, year-round ice arena located 1,691 m. above sea level, popular for skating & hockey.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
Tahar Hotel
Modest dorms & private rooms with Wi-Fi in a no-nonsense hotel offering a train station shuttle.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
•
Free

Budget breakdown: $98 In total

Activities & Food:$88
Transport:$10