Day 1: Arrival in Almaty
• City Landmark Tour: Explore the historic Ascension Cathedral (one of the world's tallest wooden buildings) and the Square of 28 Panfilov Heroes.
• Kok-Tobe Hill: Ascend the picturesque winding mountain road to Kok-Tobe for a panoramic view of the southern capital.
• Cableway Experience: End the day with a scenic ride on the famous Almaty cableway from the hilltop back to the city center.
Day 2: Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Kolsai Lake – Saty
• The Valley of Castles: Experience the 12-million-year-old Charyn Canyon, marveling at its wind-sculpted vertical cliffs and ancient rock formations.
• Pearls of Tien-Shan: Visit the first and largest of the Kolsai Lakes, surrounded by lush fir forests and alpine beauty.
• Village Immersion: Transfer to the village of Saty for an authentic overnight stay in a local guesthouse.
Day 3: Saty – Kaindy Lake – Almaty
• The Sunken Forest: Explore the mystical Kaindy Lake, famous for its submerged spruce trees that rise from the turquoise water like masts of a ghost ship.
• Alpine Splendor: Walk through magnificent pine forests at an altitude of 2,000 meters before returning to Almaty.
Day 4: Almaty – Airport
• Seamless Departure: Enjoy a private transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight home.


Hotel:
Holiday Inn Express, Almaty, Alban Guest House, Saty