7-Day Comprehensive Kazakhstan Itinerary Covering Almaty, Charyn Canyon, and Nur-Sultan

Day 1: Arrival & Leisure

Almaty, Kazakhstan on April 20, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Zerno

Start your day with a nourishing breakfast at Zerno, a popular café known for its fresh pastries and local dairy delights, open from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
KZT2000, 1h0m

10:30am

Check-in and Rest

Check into your hotel in Almaty and take some rest to overcome jet lag before you start exploring the city.
Included in hotel, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Navat

Enjoy traditional Kazakh cuisine in Navat, open from noon to 10:00 pm, where you can try beshbarmak or kazy.
KZT3500, 1h30m

3:00pm

Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral

Visit the famous Panfilov Park and admire Zenkov Cathedral, one of the tallest wooden buildings in the world, open daily.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Walk around Green Bazaar

Stroll through the vibrant Green Bazaar, where local products and souvenirs offer a flavour of Almaty life. It is open until 6:00 pm.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Line Brew

Dine at Line Brew, a historic rustic restaurant offering hearty meals and a good selection of local beers, open until 11:00 pm.
KZT6000, 1h30m
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Day 2: City Highlights

Almaty, Kazakhstan on April 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Coffeedelia

Start the day with great coffee and a light breakfast at Coffeedelia, open from 7:30 am.
KZT1500, 1h0m

9:30am

Big Almaty Lake Excursion

Take a scenic drive to Big Almaty Lake, located 15 km south of Almaty, open all day for visitors to enjoy its turquoise waters.
KZT1000 (transport), 4h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Daredzhani

Enjoy Georgian cuisine at Daredzhani in Almaty, known for its khachapuri and kebabs, open until 11:00 pm.
KZT3500, 1h30m

4:00pm

Kok-Tobe Hill

Visit Kok-Tobe Hill for panoramic views of Almaty, accessible via cable car from downtown, operates from 10:00 am to 11:00 pm.
KZT2500 (round trip cable car), 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Line Brew

Choose Line Brew again for a relaxed dinner with a lively atmosphere and traditional fare.
KZT6000, 1h30m
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Day 3: Charyn Canyon Day Trip

Near Almaty, Kazakhstan on April 22, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a quick and nutritious breakfast at your hotel before an early start to Charyn Canyon.
Included in hotel, 0h30m

8:00am

Charyn Canyon Exploration

Drive approximately 3.5 hours to Charyn Canyon to explore its dramatic landscapes, hiking the 'Valley of Castles'. The canyon area is open all day.
KZT1500 (entry), 6h0m

2:30pm

Packed Lunch

Enjoy a packed lunch at Charyn Canyon provided by your tour operator or hotel, essential given the remote location.
Included in tour, 1h0m

4:30pm

Return to Almaty

Drive back to Almaty in late afternoon to rest and refresh.
Included in tour, 3h0m

8:00pm

Dinner at Dostyk Restaurant

Relax with dinner at Dostyk, featuring traditional Kazakh and Central Asian cuisine, open till 11:00 pm.
KZT5000, 1h30m
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Day 4: Travel to Nur-Sultan

Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan on April 23, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have breakfast at your hotel before checkout for your journey to Nur-Sultan.
Included, 0h30m

9:00am

Flight to Nur-Sultan

Take a morning flight from Almaty to Nur-Sultan, a 1.5-hour flight with multiple flights daily.
KZT15000, 1h30m

11:30am

Check-in and Lunch at Andy's Pizza

Check-in at your hotel then have a quick lunch at Andy's Pizza known for their fast service and local favorites.
KZT2000, 1h0m

1:00pm

Explore Bayterek Tower

Visit the iconic Bayterek Tower, symbolizing Kazakhstani independence, open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.
KZT1000, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit Palace of Peace and Reconciliation

Tour this pyramid-shaped building dedicated to world peace and religious harmony, open until 7:00 pm.
KZT1500, 1h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Line Brew Nur-Sultan

Enjoy dinner at the Nur-Sultan branch of Line Brew for consistent quality and atmosphere, open till 11:00 pm.
KZT6000, 1h30m
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Day 5: Nur-Sultan City Tour

Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan on April 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Pushkin

Begin your day at Pushkin café sampling Russian-Kazakh breakfast dishes, open from 7:00 am.
KZT1800, 1h0m

9:30am

National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Explore Kazakhstan’s rich history and culture through exhibitions, open from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm.
KZT1500, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Line Brew

Refuel with a casual lunch back at Line Brew for variety and comfort food.
KZT6000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Hazret Sultan Mosque

Visit this stunning mosque and one of the largest in Central Asia, open daily but visit respectful times around prayers.
Free, 1h0m

4:00pm

Nursultan Central Park

Relax in the central park, perfect for a leisurely walk or people watching, open all day.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Muzey

Dine at Muzey, a fine dining restaurant offering modern Kazakh cuisine, open till 11:00 pm.
KZT8000, 1h30m
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Day 6: Culture & History

Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan on April 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Coffee Boom

Casual breakfast with excellent coffee and pastries at Coffee Boom, open from 8:00 am.
KZT1200, 1h0m

9:30am

Museum of the First President

Visit this museum dedicated to Kazakhstan’s first president, showcasing political history, open from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
KZT1000, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Astana Hub

Casual lunch at Astana Hub with good options for international and local cuisine, open till 10:00 pm.
KZT3000, 1h0m

2:00pm

Visit Expo 2017 Area

Explore futuristic architecture and exhibitions at the former Expo 2017 site, open daily until 8:00 pm.
Free, 2h0m

5:00pm

Rest and Shopping

Spend the evening browsing modern shopping malls like Khan Shatyr and relax before departure.
Free, 2h0m

8:00pm

Farewell Dinner at Line Brew

Enjoy your final dinner in Kazakhstan at Line Brew for classic dishes and atmosphere.
KZT6000, 1h30m
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Day 7: Departure

Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan on April 26, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a final breakfast at the hotel and pack up for your transfer to the airport.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Airport Transfer and Departure

Transfer to Nur-Sultan International Airport for your departure flight.
Included in hotel, 1h0m
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