Overview

Almaty, Kazakhstan’s largest city, is a modern metropolis nestled against the stunning Tien Shan mountains. Vibrant markets, panoramic views, and a dynamic nightlife define this city where tradition meets contemporary flair. Explore the best of Kazakhstan in Almaty’s captivating blend of culture, nature, and urban energy.

Tour Highlights

After meeting of the guide at your hotel, your will start the tour with a
ride to the Medeo Gorge (1690 meters above sea level) well known due to the highest
mountain skating rink in the world and the dam, protecting the city from dangerous
mudflow. Brief walk around with a chance to take your mountain-view pictures and
breath the fresh pine-tree air, then you will take a cable car to Shymbulak ski resort area.
Having ridden about 20-25 minutes above magnificent fur-trees up to the altitude of 2260
meters above sea level, you will get to the 1st level of ski resort, occupied by fancy
restaurants, ski & snowboarding school and mountain hotel. The resort is very popular
for its mild climate, large quantity of sunny days and snow through the winter, and
remarkable scenery of mountain ranges. You will have a quick chance to walk there and
take pictures with breathtaking mountain peaks around. Then you will go down the same
way by cable car and drive to the city. Meanwhile you will be told an interesting story
why Almaty is actually called «the Apple city». Further your mountain adventure
continues at the top of Kok-Tobe hill, where the tallest TV tower in the world is located
(if to count from the sea level) and where you will get by the picturesque winding
mountain road on the park eco-cars. In Kok-Tobe Park you can stroll along the winding
paths of the park, admire the magnificent panorama of the city from the special
observation deck, throw a coin in the “apple” fountain and visit the shop of national
souvenirs. The tour ends with the short ride from the top of the hill to the center of the
city by the famous Almaty cableway* and the dropping you off at your hotel.

package including

• Flight ticket
• Mercure Almaty City Center or similar
• Daily Breakfast
• Return Airport transfers