Steppe to Summits: 7-Day Kazakhstan Discovery
Uncover Kazakhstanβs soul on a 7-day, 6-night journey from futuristic Nur-Sultan to alpine Almaty. Glide across Charyn Canyon, sip tea in mountain yurts, meet eagle hunters, and taste bold steppe flavors under endless skies.
Key Highlights
Explore Charyn Canyonβs dramatic Valley of Castles with a guided rim and river walk
Ride Kok-Tobe and Shymbulak lifts for sweeping Tian Shan views and alpine village charm
Immerse in Kazakh culture with a yurt dinner, eagle hunter demo, and lively dombra show
Description
Discover Kazakhstanβs vast beauty and modern spirit on this expertly curated 7-day, 6-night adventure. Begin in Nur-Sultan (Astana), where cutting-edge architecture meets nomadic heritage. Visit Bayterek Tower, the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, and the dazzling Nur Astana Mosque, then savor contemporary Kazakh cuisine during a welcome dinner.
π Day 1 β Manila β Almaty Departure from Manila π Day 2 β Almaty (B/D) Almaty city tour Park of 28 Panfilov Soldiers Ascension Cathedral Green Bazaar π Day 3 β Almaty (B/D) Ili Alatau Mountains Medeu Shymbulak Mountain Resort Almaty Museum of Arts Republic Square π Day 4 β Almaty β Charyn Canyon β Saty Village (B/D) Charyn Canyon Valley of Castles Overnight at Saty Village π Day 5 β Kolsay Lake β Kaindy Lake (B/D) Kolsay Lake tour Kaindy Lake tour π Day 6 β Saty β Almaty (B/D) Transfer to Almaty Shopping free time π Day 7 β Almaty β Manila Departure from Almaty for your flight back to Manila The journey balances iconic sights with authentic encounters, quality accommodations, and comfortable pacing. Ideal for curious travelers seeking big landscapes, bold flavors, and stories that bridge steppes to summits.
Travel Itinerary
Travel Map Location
Includes & Excludes
Roundtrip economy airfare
Hotel accommodation
Meals as per itinerary
Sightseeing tours
Entrance to selected sites
English-speaking tour guide
Private air-conditioned motor coach
Filipino tour manager
Personalized travel kit and luggage tags
Airline taxes
PH travel tax
City taxes
Lunch
Beverages during meals
Tipping
Travel insurance
Personal incidentals
Anything not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions
Meals and drinks not specified in itinerary
Gratuities for guides and drivers
What to bring
Passport and visa documents (check entry requirements)
Comfortable walking shoes or light hiking boots
Layered clothing for variable steppe and mountain weather
Warm jacket or fleece, hat, and gloves (mountain evenings)
Sun protection: sunglasses, sunscreen, brimmed hat
Reusable water bottle and small daypack
Portable charger and universal power adapter (Type C/F plugs)
Light rain jacket or windbreaker
Personal medications and basic first-aid items
Camera or smartphone with extra memory
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