Almaty Tour Packages
Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, sits beneath the snow-capped Zailiysky Alatau mountains and is about a four-hour direct flight from Delhi.
Almaty at a glance
- LocationKazakhstan, Central Asia & the Caucasus
- Time zone30 minutes behind India (Almaty)
- Driving sideRight
- Calling code+7
- CurrencyKazakhstani tenge (KZT)
- LanguagesKazakh, Russian
- Power plugsTypes C and F · 220 V
- Ideal stay4–5 days
Best time to visit: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow
Top Almaty travel packages
A few of our Almaty itineraries in different travel styles. Every one is private and can be changed to suit you.
Essential tips for travelling to Almaty
Kazakhstani tenge (KZT). Carry some local currency for markets, small shops and tips, and ask your bank about international card charges before you travel.
Around 10% in restaurants.
Drink bottled or filtered water; it is cheap and easy to find.
Types C and F · 220 V. Indian two-pin plugs usually fit; carry an adapter for three-pin chargers.
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Languages spoken: Kazakh, Russian.
Almaty is the main base; drivers take you to Charyn, Kolsai and Kaindy. Astana, the futuristic capital, is a short flight away.
We work with our own tied-up partner company in Kazakhstan, so your guides, drivers, hotels and transfers are arranged by people who live there, with local support throughout your trip.
Almaty is a popular short trip from India, with a similar flight time to Dubai.
Mountain roads to the lakes are long; plan an overnight near Kolsai rather than a single long day.
Plan an overnight near Kolsai rather than doing the lakes and canyon in one long day.
General guidance. Local rules and services change; we confirm details for your dates.
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Everything you need to know about Almaty
Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest city, sits beneath the snow-capped Zailiysky Alatau mountains and is about a four-hour direct flight from Delhi. A gondola climbs to the Shymbulak resort, Big Almaty Lake glows turquoise above the city, and day trips reach the red-rock Charyn Canyon and the Kolsai and Kaindy lakes.
Highlights include Big Almaty Lake, Shymbulak, Charyn Canyon and Kolsai and Kaindy lakes. Local food worth trying: Beshbarmak, Baursak (fried dough), Lagman noodles and Kurt (dried cheese). Plan 4–5 days here; it suits couples, families, adventure seekers. Our Almaty itineraries run from 4 to 9 days and every one can be changed to suit you.
When to go
May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow. Summer for hiking and lakes; winter brings skiing at Shymbulak.
How to reach Almaty
- By air: Almaty International Airport (ALA), with direct flights from Delhi
- By rail: Road to Bishkek in Kyrgyzstan, about 4 hours
- By road: Domestic flights and trains to Astana
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Private, customisable itineraries with prices quoted for your dates, hotel category and group size.
6D / 5NAlmatyAlmaty Mountains & Lakes
Almaty, the Shymbulak gondola, Big Almaty Lake, Charyn Canyon and the turquoise Kolsai and Kaindy lakes.
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4D / 3NAlmatyAlmaty Short Break
Three nights in Almaty: the Shymbulak gondola, Big Almaty Lake, Kok Tobe and a day trip to Charyn Canyon.
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7D / 6NAlmaty · AstanaAlmaty & Astana
Almaty's mountains, lakes and canyon, then a short flight to Astana for the Bayterek Tower, Khan Shatyr and the capital's bold architecture.
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8D / 7NAlmaty · Bishkek · Issyk-KulAlmaty, Bishkek & Issyk-Kul
Almaty's lakes and Charyn Canyon, the road across the border to Bishkek, and two nights by the alpine lake of Issyk-Kul.
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9D / 8NTashkent · Samarkand · Almaty · BishkekUzbekistan, Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan
Three Central Asian countries in one trip: Tashkent and Samarkand on the Silk Road, Almaty's mountains, and Bishkek with the Ala-Archa gorge.
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Heritage and landmarks
On the menuFood to try
- Beshbarmak
- Baursak (fried dough)
- Lagman noodles
- Kurt (dried cheese)
Outdoor activities in Almaty
Many activities are seasonal. Best time for Almaty: May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow. We check operating seasons for your dates.
Almaty travel tips
Visa and entry
Entry rules for Indian passport holders change, including visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-visa schemes, so confirm the current rules on the official government or embassy website for Kazakhstan before booking flights. Most countries require a passport valid for at least six months beyond your return date. We check the current requirements when we prepare your quote; we cannot guarantee visa approval.
Health and safety
Buy travel insurance that covers medical treatment and evacuation; healthcare abroad can be expensive. Carry prescription medicines in their original packaging with a copy of the prescription. Some places here are at high altitude: rest on arrival, drink plenty of water and ascend gradually. For current safety advice, check the travel advisories published by the Government of India and the embassy in Kazakhstan.
Currency and tipping
The currency is the Kazakhstani tenge (KZT). Around 10% in restaurants.
Best time to visit
May to September for lakes and canyons; December to March for snow. Summer for hiking and lakes; winter brings skiing at Shymbulak.
Getting around
Almaty is the main base; drivers take you to Charyn, Kolsai and Kaindy. Astana, the futuristic capital, is a short flight away.
Local etiquette
- Ask before photographing people, and follow photography rules at religious sites and museums.
What to pack
Pack warm layers, a down jacket and gloves and comfortable walking shoes.
Phone and internet
Indian mobile operators sell international roaming packs, or you can buy a local SIM or eSIM on arrival with your passport. Check that your phone is unlocked and supports eSIM before you travel.
Budget
We don't publish fixed prices because the season, hotel category, flights and group size change the cost. Your written quote lists exactly what is included, so you can compare like for like.
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Destinations near Almaty
KyrgyzstanIssyk-Kul
Issyk-Kul is a vast alpine lake at about 1,600 metres, ringed by the snowy Tian Shan and so deep it never freezes.
KyrgyzstanBishkek
Bishkek is Kyrgyzstan's green capital, laid out with parks and wide avenues against the snowy Kyrgyz Ala-Too range.
UzbekistanTashkent
Tashkent, Uzbekistan's capital and the gateway for direct flights from Delhi, mixes Soviet-era boulevards with a restored old quarter.
UzbekistanSamarkand
Samarkand was Timur's capital and is the most famous city of the Silk Road.
UzbekistanBukhara
Bukhara's old town is a living museum of more than 140 monuments, from the Kalyan Minaret that even Genghis Khan spared to covered trading domes, caravanserais and the Lyabi-Hauz pool where locals still gather under mulberry trees in the evening.
UzbekistanKhiva
Khiva's walled inner city, Itchan Kala, is a UNESCO-listed maze of mud-brick walls, minarets and palaces that feels frozen in time.
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