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10 Days in Almaty: A Journey of Adventure and Discovery

Monika Aarya

Monika Aarya

12 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Explore ancient marvels, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of this captivating city. From stunning parks to historical landmarks, this itinerary has it all.

Trip to Almaty

Day 1Simitçi, Family Park, Kok Tobe, У Исабая
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$61

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
8 - 12 min

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Family Park
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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Kok Tobe
Landmark mountain offering a cable car line with city views, playground, roller coaster & eateries.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
1 - 2 min

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Kok Tobe
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$24
12 - 18 min

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У Исабая
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Coffee and the City, Aquapark Hawaii, Miami Aquapark&SPA, Нәзік, First President park, Zenkov's Cathedral, KFC
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$82

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$38
30 - 36 min

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Нәзік
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$22
10 - 15 min

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First President park
Viewing & seating area & a semicircular colonnade in an urban park for gatherings and events.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Zenkov's Cathedral
This wooden Ukrainian-baroque Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1907.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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KFC
KFC - место, где можно отведать сочной курочки!
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 3French Bakery, Botanical garden, Sairan Reservoir, Кафе 'Маида', Кым-Ган-Сан
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$48

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$ 1

French Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
14 - 21 min

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Botanical garden
Lotus ponds, swans & tree-lined pathways, plus exotic plants from around the world.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Sairan Reservoir
This reservoir in Almaty is surrounded by parks & beaches & features city views.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
8 - 10 min

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Кым-Ган-Сан
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 4Узбекская кухня 'Tashkent #1', State art museum named of A.Kasteev, Museum of the Kazakh Academic Drama Theater, Smug Burger Bar, House Museum named after D.Konaev, Craft Kitchen & Bar
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$90

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$ 1

Узбекская кухня "Tashkent #1"
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
4 - 6 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
9 - 14 min

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Museum of the Kazakh Academic Drama Theater
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
13 - 16 min

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Smug Burger Bar
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$22
3 - 4 min

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House Museum named after D.Konaev
Museum dedicated to Soviet politician Dinmukhamed Kunayev, with tours & his former apartment.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$13
4 - 6 min

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Craft Kitchen & Bar
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 5sultan yemekhane, Almaty Central Mosque, Green Bazaar, Military History Museum of the Ministry of defense of Kazakhstan, The Float, Dolphinarium Nemo, Korean House
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$74

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$ 1

sultan yemekhane
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
8 - 11 min

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Almaty Central Mosque
Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Green Bazaar
High-roofed indoor farmer's market lined with stalls & tables selling meat, vegetables & dry fruits.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Military History Museum of the Ministry of defense of Kazakhstan
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$13
9 - 11 min

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The Float
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Dolphinarium Nemo
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$25
8 - 12 min

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Korean House
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8
Day 6Taj Mahal, Central Park, Almaty Zoo, Тануки, Almaty Television Tower, Турандот
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$104

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
8 - 11 min

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Central Park
Large, historic hub with a lake, amusement park, sports facilities, cafes & boat rentals.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Almaty Zoo
Zoo opened in 1937, featuring mammals, birds & reptiles in their natural habitats.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
11 - 14 min

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Тануки
Ресторан японской кухни Тануки – это строгость японских традиций, последние тренды кулинарии и необычные ингредиенты. А еще нашу японскую кухню можно заказать с бесплатной доставкой куда угодно.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$26
8 - 10 min

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Almaty Television Tower
Though closed to the public, this iconic television tower of tubular steel is a popular photo spot.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
8 - 10 min

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Турандот
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$26
Day 7Мармарис, Park named after Mukagali Makataev, Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, кафетерий Лесная сказка, Tabagan, Лимоны жёлтые
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$64

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
4 - 6 min

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Park named after Mukagali Makataev
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
A 44-acre park commemorating WWII heroes with wooden cathedral & folk instrument museum buildings.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
48 - 58 min

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кафетерий Лесная сказка
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$22
17 - 21 min

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Tabagan
Recreational ski mountain offering alpine trails, a lodge, a toboggan run & other winter activities.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
58 - 70 min

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Лимоны жёлтые
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$26
Day 8Gloria Jean's Coffees, Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Medeu, Samal, Paul
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$84

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$ 2

Gloria Jean's Coffees
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
4 - 6 min

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Central State Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Large museum with diverse collection of art & cultural artifacts exploring history of Kazakhstan.
9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
26 - 32 min

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Medeu
Stalwart, year-round ice arena located 1,691 m. above sea level, popular for skating & hockey.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$25
8 - 10 min

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Samal
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$22
21 - 26 min

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Paul
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
Day 9Apa Katya, Ile-Alatau National Park, Лимоны жёлтые, Paul
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$56

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$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
8 - 10 min

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Ile-Alatau National Park
Created in 1996, this 200-hectare park features alpine meadows, forest, glaciers, lakes & more.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Лимоны жёлтые
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$26
30 - 36 min

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Paul
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
Day 10Paul, Shymbulak, Чайхана 'Тюбетейка', Aya Fantasy World, Rahat Palace Hotel Lobby
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$131

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$ 1

Paul
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
1 - 2 min

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Shymbulak
Picturesque ski resort with over 7 mi. of trails, numerous restaurants & year-round activities.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$50
55 - 66 min

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Чайхана «Тюбетейка»
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$24
7 - 10 min

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Aya Fantasy World
Family-friendly park with a roller coaster & other rides, plus bumper cars & a carousel.
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
7 - 10 min

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Rahat Palace Hotel Lobby
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14

Budget breakdown: $799 In total

Activities & Food:$791
Transport:$8