Luxurious 7-Day Kazakhstan City & Culture Exploration

Begin your journey in Almaty with morning coffee and a full day exploring key architectural and historic landmarks across the city.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Central Almaty

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy freshly baked pastries, artisanal coffee, and cooked options in the central city area.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Morning City Highlights Walk

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk through central Almaty, taking in major public squares, avenues, and civic monuments.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Historic Park Exploration

   10:45 – 12:00

   Visit prominent park spaces and historic structures located in the heart of downtown Almaty.

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   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Villa Dei Fiori

   12:30 – 13:30

   Sample refined Mediterranean and European dishes in an elegant garden setting.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Central Market Sightseeing

   14:00 – 15:15

   Explore the vibrant atmosphere and traditional architecture around the city's key marketplace district.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Museum and Art District Tour

   15:30 – 16:45

   Observe local art, cultural institutions, and historic building facades downtown.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Panoramic City Viewpoint

   17:00 – 18:15

   Head to an elevated vantage point overlooking Almaty and the surrounding mountains.

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   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Restaurant Samruk

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on elevated Kazakh specialty dishes paired with fine wines.

Spend a second day discovering the architectural highlights, boulevards, and cultural sites of Almaty.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Paul Cafe Almaty

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy French baking, fresh juices, and cooked breakfast items.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Soviet-Era Architecture Tour

   09:15 – 10:30

   Examine notable Soviet-era municipal buildings and grand residential blocks.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Republic Square Walk

   10:45 – 12:00

   Explore Republic Square, viewing key monuments and surrounding administrative buildings.

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   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kishlak Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Taste traditional Central Asian cuisine served in a rustic, decorated dining hall.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Golden Quarter Sightseeing

   14:00 – 15:15

   Stroll through leafy residential quarters known for historic wooden mansions and tree-lined streets.

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   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Abay Opera House Area

   15:30 – 16:45

   Admire the exterior architecture of the Abay Opera House and its surrounding gardens.

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   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Kabanbai Batyr Street Promenade

   17:00 – 18:15

   Walk along one of Almaty's major avenues featuring historic urban design.

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   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bellevue Restaurant Almaty

   19:30 – 21:00

   Experience gourmet international cuisine with panoramic city lights in the background.

Delve deeper into Almaty's suburban and foothills cultural landmarks.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Benedict Cafe

   08:00 – 09:00

   Indulge in artisanal egg dishes, specialty coffees, and freshly baked breads.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Botanical Garden Surroundings

   09:15 – 10:30

   View the exterior landscaped areas and urban design around the central botanical grounds.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Almaty River Promenade Walk

   10:45 – 12:00

   Walk along the pedestrian paths running beside the Malaya Almatinka River.

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   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Navat Teahouse

   12:30 – 13:30

   Enjoy traditional plov, samsa, and local teas in a beautifully decorated teahouse environment.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Dostyk Avenue Sightseeing

   14:00 – 15:15

   Discover high-end boutiques, public sculptures, and grand monuments along Dostyk Avenue.

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   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Kok Tobe Foothills Viewpoint

   15:30 – 16:45

   Observe the lower hillsides and scenic skyline points surrounding Almaty.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Evening City Center Stroll

   17:00 – 18:15

   Take an early evening walk along illuminate avenues and historic civic squares.

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   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Seven Bar and Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on high-end steaks and seafood at a rooftop location.

Explore the ultra-modern architecture and striking futuristic skyline of Kazakhstan's capital city, Astana.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Marrone Rosso Astana

   08:00 – 09:00

   Fuel up with gourmet coffee, paninis, and cooked breakfast choices.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Baiterek Tower Plaza Tour

   09:15 – 10:30

   Visit the central boulevard and admire the iconic Baiterek monument and surrounding towers.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Water Green Boulevard Walk

   10:45 – 12:00

   Stroll down the primary pedestrian axis showcasing modern architectural masterworks.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Line Brew Astana

   12:30 – 13:30

   Savor premium grilled meats and local specialties in a medieval-themed setting.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Presidential Park Sightseeing

   14:00 – 15:15

   Explore the vast grounds and geometric pathways of Presidential Park overlooking the Ishim River.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Palace of Peace and Reconciliation Exterior

   15:30 – 16:45

   Examine Norman Foster's famous pyramid building and its surrounding plaza.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Hazret Sultan Mosque Surroundings

   17:00 – 18:15

   View one of Central Asia's largest mosques, notable for its white marble exterior and grand domes.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Qazaq Gourmet

   19:30 – 21:00

   Sample innovative haute cuisine based on traditional nomadic recipes and Kazakh ingredients.

Discover Astana's government district, riverfront walkways, and civic arts venues.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Cafe Craft Astana

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy specialty coffee, fresh smoothies, and a selection of European breakfast dishes.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Ak Orda Presidential Palace Plaza

   09:15 – 10:30

   Observe the striking blue-and-gold dome of the presidential palace from the public plaza.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Supreme Court and Government Buildings

   10:45 – 12:00

   Walk past key government institutions and monuments lining the main government precinct.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Tiflis Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine on authentic Georgian cuisine including khachapuri, khinkali, and grilled kebabs.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Ishim River Embankment Walk

   14:00 – 15:15

   Stroll along the clean pedestrian promenade framing the Ishim River.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Atyrau Fish Bridge Exploration

   15:30 – 16:45

   Admire the unique architectural design of the pedestrian bridge spanning the Ishim River.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Astana Opera House Grounds

   17:00 – 18:15

   Examine the classical Greco-Roman exterior and fountains of the Astana Opera building.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Selfie Restaurant Astana

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy modern fine dining prepared in an open kitchen setting.

Explore the contemporary Expo district and modern architectural projects across southern Astana.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at The Kitchen Astana

   08:00 – 09:00

   Start the day with European breakfast classics and artisan tea.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Expo 2017 Site Grounds Tour

   09:15 – 10:30

   Tour the futuristic pavilions and public art installations of the former Expo 2017 complex.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Nur Alem Sphere Exterior Walk

   10:45 – 12:00

   Walk around the massive spherical glass building at the heart of the Expo plaza.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Vechnoye Nebo

   12:30 – 13:30

   Dine on panoramic views and a menu featuring cuisines of Central Asian nations.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center Area

   14:00 – 15:15

   View the world's largest giant tent-like structure designed by architect Norman Foster.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Lovers' Park Promenade

   15:30 – 16:45

   Walk through the manicured lawns and sculpture gardens facing Khan Shatyr.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Triumphal Arch Mangilik El

   17:00 – 18:15

   Visit Astana's imposing modern triumphal arch dedicated to Kazakh independence.

   • siteAstana Cultural Exploration
   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Mokki Ritz-Carlton Astana

   19:30 – 21:00

   Experience luxury dining with Italian and international culinary creations.

Conclude your journey in Almaty with final sightseeing along key avenues and a luxurious farewell dinner.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Coffee Boom Almaty

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy gourmet coffee specialties, fresh omelettes, and waffles.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Panfilov Park Morning Walk

   09:15 – 10:30

   Visit Zenkov Cathedral and surrounding memorials within the historic wooden parklands.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Green Bazaar District Exploration

   10:45 – 12:00

   Observe local merchant culture and surrounding traditional commercial architecture.

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   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Auyl Restaurant

   12:30 – 13:30

   Taste refined Kazakh cuisine prepared with farm-to-table mountain ingredients.

5. 14:00|15:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Zhibek Zholy Pedestrian Boulevard

   14:00 – 15:15

   Walk along Almaty's famous Arbat pedestrian street past street artists and cafes.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
6. 15:30|16:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Central State Museum Precinct Walk

   15:30 – 16:45

   View the exterior grounds and grand facade of Kazakhstan's major historic museum.

   • siteExplore Almaty City
   • entryFree
7. 17:00|18:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Farewell Evening Promenade

   17:00 – 18:15

   Take a final leisurely stroll along Almaty's illuminated tree-lined boulevards.

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   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Vista Restaurant Ritz-Carlton Almaty

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy a final luxury dining experience overlooking the evening skyline of Almaty.