Almaty tour package from India: 4 nights, 5 days

At a glance

Duration

4 nights, 5 days

Stays

Almaty, 4 nights

Meals

Daily breakfast

Transport

Airport transfers and tours by private car with a driver

Best time

December to February for snow; May to September for lakes and hikes

Visa

14 days visa-free for Indians

Price on request: Quoted for your dates, group size and hotel category. GST and TCS extra, as applicable. Visa: 14 days visa-free for Indians.

Almaty itinerary, day by day

Day 1: Arrival in Almaty

Arrive in Almaty and transfer to your hotel. The evening is free to walk the city centre. Overnight: Almaty.

Day 2: Almaty city and Kok Tobe

Panfilov Park and the wooden Zenkov Cathedral, the Green Bazaar, then the cable car up Kok Tobe hill for views over the city and the mountains. Overnight: Almaty.

Day 3: Medeu and Shymbulak

Drive up to the Medeu high-altitude ice rink, then the gondola to the Shymbulak mountain resort for snow, skiing lessons or the views from the top. Overnight: Almaty.

Day 4: Charyn Canyon day trip

A full-day drive east to the Charyn Canyon and the Valley of Castles. From May to October this day can be swapped for Big Almaty Lake. Overnight: Almaty.

Day 5: Departure

Breakfast, then a transfer to Almaty airport for your flight home.

Hotels

• Your choice: 3-star, 4-star or 5-star hotels in central Almaty, quoted for your dates

What is included

• 4 nights with daily breakfast
• Return airport transfers
• Tours by private car with a driver
• City tour, Medeu and Shymbulak, and the Charyn Canyon day trip

Not included

• International flights (we can add them to your quote)
• Cable car, gondola and ski equipment tickets
• Meals not listed, tips and personal expenses
• Travel insurance
• GST and TCS, as applicable

Popular add-ons

• Kolsai and Kaindy lakes (summer)
• Ski lessons at Shymbulak (winter)
• An extra night or a combined trip with Uzbekistan

Good to know before you go

• Winter temperatures in Almaty often fall below zero; pack thermals, gloves and waterproof boots.
• Kazakhstan is phasing in the free QazETA from 1 November 2026; it becomes mandatory for Indians from 1 July 2027.
• Big Almaty Lake and Kolsai are reachable only from roughly May to October.
• Carry some Kazakh tenge in cash for markets and small cafes.

Almaty trip questions, answered

Do Indians need a visa for Kazakhstan?

No. Indians can stay in Kazakhstan visa-free for up to 14 days per visit, up to 42 days in any 180. From 1 July 2027 the free QazETA authorisation becomes mandatory before travel.

How many days are enough for Almaty?

Four nights covers the city, Kok Tobe, Medeu and Shymbulak, and the Charyn Canyon. Add a night or two for the Kolsai and Kaindy lakes in summer.

When can I see snow in Almaty?

December to February is the snow season, when Shymbulak runs as a ski resort and the mountains above the city are white. Snow can linger at Shymbulak into March.

Are flights included in the Almaty package?

No. The package covers hotels, transfers and tours. Travlys can add flights from India to the same quote.

Is Almaty good for a honeymoon or a family trip?

Yes. It suits couples looking for snow and mountains on a short trip and families who want an easy visa-free winter holiday. We adjust the pace and rooms to your group.

Is vegetarian food available in Almaty?

Yes. Almaty has Indian restaurants and vegetarian options, and we pass your food preference to the hotel in advance.