Day 1 · Arrival in Almaty

Flight to Almaty. Khush keldiniz means welcome! Arrival, meeting with the driver and short transfer to the hotel for check-in. Free time and overnight in Almaty.

Day 2 · Almaty, Charyn Canyon and Saty

After breakfast, travel to Charyn Canyon. On the way, see different shapes of the canyon, take a short walk and rest in the canyon area. In the late afternoon, drive to Saty village, known for hospitality, beautiful landscapes and local food. Dinner and overnight in Saty.

Day 3 · Saty, Kolsai Lake and Karakol

After breakfast, drive to Kolsai Lake for photos and mountain views, then continue to the border between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. After border formalities, transfer to Karakol. Visit the Wooden Orthodox Church and Dungan Mosque in Chinese style. Dinner and overnight in Karakol.

Day 4 · Karakol to Chon-Kemin

Early breakfast at the hotel. Visit Jety Oguz, famous for seven red rocks, then continue to Barskoon Gorge and Fairy Tale Canyon. An eagle hunting show in Bokonbayevo is available as an optional activity. Drive to Chon-Kemin through forests and lake landscapes. Dinner and overnight at a guesthouse in Chon-Kemin.

Day 5 · Chon-Kemin to Bishkek

After breakfast, enjoy free time around Chon-Kemin National Park, a protected area known for unique nature complexes. After lunch, drive to Bishkek. On the way, stop at Burana Tower. If available, visit Issyk Ata or a nomad horse game. Arrival in Bishkek, hotel check-in, dinner and overnight.

Day 6 · Bishkek

Breakfast at the hotel. Bishkek sightseeing tour with the Philharmonic, Ala-Too Square, Old Square and shopping at TSUM. Dinner at a restaurant and overnight in Bishkek.

Day 7 · Bishkek, Almaty and Departure

Breakfast take-away. Morning transfer to Almaty through the Kordai border. Upon arrival, start an Almaty layover tour with Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral and the World War II Memorial. At 16:00, transfer to the airport for the flight home. End of tour.

Cost of the Tour Includes

• Hotel accommodation in double or twin room sharing.
• Breakfasts at hotels.
• All transfers and full transportation in air-conditioned vehicles.
• English-speaking guide.
• Entrance fees to sights, museums and mausoleums.
• 0.5L mineral water per person per day.

Cost of the Tour Does Not Include

• International airfare to and from Central Asia.
• Altyn Arashan special vehicle.
• Lunches and dinners at local restaurants and cafés unless specified.
• Tips for local staff.
• Personal expenses and any services not included in the itinerary.

Best Time to Travel

Kazakhstan is ideal in spring and autumn, while Kyrgyzstan is best from June to September for trekking and outdoor activities.

Visa Policy

Many travelers can enter Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan visa-free, but rules depend on nationality. Final requirements should be checked before departure.

Route Note

Border crossing times, weather and road conditions may affect the final schedule. The exact route is confirmed before booking.