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Discover the Vibrant Charm of Almaty: An 8-Day Adventure

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12 Oct 2023

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Embark on an unforgettable journey through Almaty, Kazakhstan's cultural hub. Immerse yourself in the beauty of its parks, monuments, museums, and more, as you explore this vibrant city for 8 days.

Trip to Almaty

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

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$0

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$ 1

Family Park

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

14 - 17 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

15 - 18 min

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Directions

South Park

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$50

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$ 1

Fantasy World Almaty

Whimsical amusement park featuring classic rides for all ages, such as roller coasters & a carousel.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Aya Fantasy World

Family-friendly park with a roller coaster & other rides, plus bumper cars & a carousel.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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$25

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Independence Monument

Soaring obelisk honoring Kazakhstan's independence featuring a golden warrior atop a winged leopard.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$38

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$ 1

Aquapark Hawaii, Miami Aquapark&SPA

Hawaii-themed indoor water park featuring rivers, a wave pool, slides & more for adults & kids.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

48 - 58 min

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Directions

Botanical garden

Lotus ponds, swans & tree-lined pathways, plus exotic plants from around the world.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Abay Kunanbaiuly Monument

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 4

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$25

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$ 1

Baiken

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

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

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$13

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Abay Kazakh State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$13

Day 5

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$25

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$ 2

Almaty Television Tower

Though closed to the public, this iconic television tower of tubular steel is a popular photo spot.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

19 - 23 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.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Arbat G. Almaty

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Almaty Central Mosque

Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

22 - 27 min

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Directions

Baum grove

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

Day 6

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$38

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$ 1

Dolphinarium Nemo

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$25

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Central Park

Large, historic hub with a lake, amusement park, sports facilities, cafes & boat rentals.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

3 - 4 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

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Zenkov's Cathedral

This wooden Ukrainian-baroque Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1907.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Kok Tobe Hill Gondola

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$13

Day 7

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$50

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$ 1

Almaty Zoo

Zoo opened in 1937, featuring mammals, birds & reptiles in their natural habitats.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Large museum with diverse collection of art & cultural artifacts exploring history of Kazakhstan.

10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$13

24 - 29 min

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Directions

Medeu

Stalwart, year-round ice arena located 1,691 m. above sea level, popular for skating & hockey.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$25

Day 8

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$0

Ile-Alatau National Park

Created in 1996, this 200-hectare park features alpine meadows, forest, glaciers, lakes & more.

8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $231 In total

Activities & Food:$225

Transport:$6