An eventful journey from Almaty to the natural wonders of Kazakhstan: canyons, turquoise lakes, and alpine landscapes. Maximum impressions in a short time.
Almaty — Charyn Canyon — Lake Kolsai — Lake Kaindy — Almaty
Day 1 — Almaty: Arrival and City Tour
Meet at the airport, hotel check-in.
Sightseeing tour in Almaty: 28 Panfilov Guardsmen Park, Green Bazaar, Kok-Tobe.
Dinner and free time.
Day 2 — Charyn Canyon and Transfer to Saty
Transfer to Charyn Canyon (about 3 hours). Walk through the Valley of Castles.
Transfer to the village of Saty, accommodation in a guesthouse. Dinner.
Day 3 — Lakes Kolsai and Kaindy
Morning departure to Lake Kolsai — walk, photo sessions, picnic.
After lunch — trip to the sunken forest of Lake Kaindy.
Return to Saty. Dinner and rest.
Day 4 — Return to Almaty and Departure
Breakfast, transfer back to Almaty.
Free time upon arrival (optional — shopping or hot springs).
Transfer to the airport. End of the tour.
This tour is a true gift for nature lovers. In four days, you’ll see Charyn Canyon, resembling a mini Grand Canyon, the turquoise lakes Kolsai and Kaindy with an underwater forest, and feel the authentic atmosphere of southern Kazakhstan.
Staying in guesthouses, enjoying homemade food, breathing mountain air, and experiencing Kazakh hospitality — all of this makes the tour not only beautiful but also warm and heartfelt. Perfect for travelers who want to explore Kazakhstan in a short time and without rushing.
