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Adventures in Almaty

Harsh Patel

Harsh Patel

26 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Almaty, Kazakhstan's vibrant city. Discover stunning natural landscapes, immerse yourself in rich culture, and experience exhilarating attractions. Join us as we explore the hidden gems of Almaty!

Day 1Mountain Bliss: Medeu and Shymbulak
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$75

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$ 2

DOMA HOSTEL

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40 - 48 min

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Medeu
Stalwart, year-round ice arena located 1,691 m. above sea level, popular for skating & hockey.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$25
10 - 12 min

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Shymbulak
Picturesque ski resort with over 7 mi. of trails, numerous restaurants & year-round activities.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
$50
Day 2Nature's Wonderland: Ile-Alatau National Park and Almaty Central Mosque
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$0

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$ 2

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31 - 38 min

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Ile-Alatau National Park
Created in 1996, this 200-hectare park features alpine meadows, forest, glaciers, lakes & more.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
35 - 42 min

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Almaty Central Mosque
Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Free
Day 3Architectural Marvels and Serene Parks
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$0

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$ 1

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8 - 10 min

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Zenkov's Cathedral
This wooden Ukrainian-baroque Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1907.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
A 44-acre park commemorating WWII heroes with wooden cathedral & folk instrument museum buildings.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
5 - 6 min

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Central Park
Large, historic hub with a lake, amusement park, sports facilities, cafes & boat rentals.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 4Splashing Fun: Dolphinarium Nemo and Aquapark Adventure
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$63

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$ 1

DOMA HOSTEL

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14 - 21 min

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Dolphinarium Nemo
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$25
51 - 62 min

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Aquapark Hawaii, Miami Aquapark&SPA
Hawaii-themed indoor water park featuring rivers, a wave pool, slides & more for adults & kids.
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
$38
Day 5Botanical Beauty and Artistic Wonders: A Day of Exploration
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$38

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$ 2

DOMA HOSTEL

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28 - 34 min

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Botanical garden
Lotus ponds, swans & tree-lined pathways, plus exotic plants from around the world.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
10 - 12 min

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State art museum named of A.Kasteev
Art museum with a vast array of paintings & sculptures, from the 16th century to recent works.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$13
6 - 9 min

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Aya Fantasy World
Family-friendly park with a roller coaster & other rides, plus bumper cars & a carousel.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
$25

Budget breakdown: $180 In total

Activities & Food:$175
Transport:$5