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Adventures in Almaty

Rashmijm

Rashmijm

9 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through Almaty, Kazakhstan's vibrant city. Immerse yourself in the rich culture, visit stunning landmarks, and explore breathtaking natural wonders. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Almaty

Day 1Aya Fantasy World
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$50

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$ 2

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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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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$50
Day 2Parks, Gardens, and Mosques
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$0

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$ 3

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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First President park
Viewing & seating area & a semicircular colonnade in an urban park for gatherings and events.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Botanical garden
Lotus ponds, swans & tree-lined pathways, plus exotic plants from around the world.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Directions

Almaty Central Mosque
Huge mosque built in white marble, with gilded domes, ceramic calligraphy & a towering minaret.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 3Art and History
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$25

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$ 3

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen
A 44-acre park commemorating WWII heroes with wooden cathedral & folk instrument museum buildings.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Towers, Dolphins, and Parks
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$100

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$ 3

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 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.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$50
17 - 21 min

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Dolphinarium Nemo
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
3 - 4 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
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Free
Day 5Tabagan and Zenkov's Cathedral
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$0

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$ 3

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

48 - 58 min

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Directions

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
38 - 46 min

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Zenkov's Cathedral
This wooden Ukrainian-baroque Russian Orthodox cathedral was consecrated in 1907.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 6Medeu and Almaty Zoo
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$75

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$ 3

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 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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$50
30 - 36 min

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Almaty Zoo
Zoo opened in 1937, featuring mammals, birds & reptiles in their natural habitats.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
Day 7Ile-Alatau National Park
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$0

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$ 2

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

39 - 47 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 8Shymbulak and Green Bazaar
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$100

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$ 3

Railway hotel

Depart from your stay 🏨

56 - 68 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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$100
44 - 53 min

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

Budget breakdown: $367 In total

Activities & Food:$350
Transport:$17