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Adventures in Almaty

Lingesh Yogeshwaran

Lingesh Yogeshwaran

27 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Almaty, Kazakhstan's vibrant city. Explore stunning landscapes, immerse yourself in rich culture, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Almaty

Day 1Summit of Kok Tobe, Fantasy World, and Spiritual Serenity
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$19

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$ 1

Kok Tobe
Landmark mountain offering a cable car line with city views, playground, roller coaster & eateries.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
25 - 30 min

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Aya Fantasy World
Family-friendly park with a roller coaster & other rides, plus bumper cars & a carousel.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
20 - 24 min

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Almaty Central Mosque
Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Splashing Fun at Aquapark Hawaii, Botanical Beauty, and Historic Heroes
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$19

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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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$19
46 - 56 min

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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
24 - 29 min

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Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
A 44-acre park commemorating WWII heroes with wooden cathedral & folk instrument museum buildings.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Artistic Wonders at State Art Museum, Cultural Exploration at Central State Museum, and Architectural Marvels
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$13

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$ 1

State art museum named of A.Kasteev
Art museum with a vast array of paintings & sculptures, from the 16th century to recent works.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
12 - 15 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.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$6
12 - 15 min

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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
Day 4Thrilling Winter Sports at Tabagan, Medeu's Alpine Beauty, and Shymbulak's Snowy Peaks
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$38

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$ 1

Tabagan
Recreational ski mountain offering alpine trails, a lodge, a toboggan run & other winter activities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
65 - 78 min

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Medeu
Stalwart, year-round ice arena located 1,691 m. above sea level, popular for skating & hockey.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$13
30 - 36 min

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Shymbulak
Picturesque ski resort with over 7 mi. of trails, numerous restaurants & year-round activities.
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
Day 5Nature's Paradise at Ile-Alatau National Park, Relaxation at Central Park, and Melodies at the Museum of Musical Instruments
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$7

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$ 1

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
33 - 40 min

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Central Park
Large, historic hub with a lake, amusement park, sports facilities, cafes & boat rentals.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Museum of Musical Instruments
Established in 1980, this museum features Kazakh folk instruments & other musical instruments.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$6

Budget breakdown: $96 In total

Activities & Food:$94
Transport:$2