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7 Days in Almaty: A Journey Through Nature and Culture

ahmed hussain

2 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant city of Almaty, where breathtaking landscapes meet rich cultural heritage. From exploring lush botanical gardens to immersing in the world of art, this itinerary promises an unforgettable experience for solo travelers.

Trip to Almaty

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Kok Tobe and Botanical Garden

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$7

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Directions

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

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Botanical garden

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Aya Fantasy World and State Art Museum

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$19

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Aya Fantasy World

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$13

6 - 9 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.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$6

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Baiken

No time set

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

Independence Monument

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

No time set

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Directions

South Park

No time set

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Free

Day 3Sairan Reservoir and Central State Museum

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$7

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 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

29 - 35 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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$6

Day 4Panfilov Guardsmen Park, Military History Museum, and Museum of Musical Instruments

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$13

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 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.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Military History Museum of the Ministry of defense of Kazakhstan

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$6

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Museum of Musical Instruments

Established in 1980, this museum features Kazakh folk instruments & other musical instruments.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$6

Day 5Medeu, Tabagan, and Almaty Central Mosque

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$13

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

50 - 60 min

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Directions

Medeu

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

75 - 90 min

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Directions

Tabagan

Recreational ski mountain offering alpine trails, a lodge, a toboggan run & other winter activities.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

46 - 56 min

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Directions

Almaty Central Mosque

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

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Ile-Alatau National Park

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$0

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

40 - 48 min

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Directions

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

Day 7Shymbulak and Zenkov's Cathedral

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$25

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$ 1

Almaty Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

54 - 65 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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$25

48 - 58 min

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Directions

Zenkov's Cathedral

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

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $86 In total

Activities & Food:$82

Transport:$4