Pristine nature on a continental scale: Almaty mountains, Kolsai lakes and futuristic Astana
Kazakhstan is the rising nature destination: the Almaty mountains and Shymbulak resort, the turquoise Kolsai lakes, Charyn Canyon and futuristic Astana. A vast Muslim country, visa-free for most Gulf nationals, still very good value.
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A green city at the foot of the Tian Shan: Kok Tobe cable car, Medeu rink, Shymbulak resort, Big Almaty Lake and the Green Bazaar.
Bayterek tower, the grand Hazrat Sultan mosque, Khan Shatyr (the world's largest tent) and the Palace of Peace.
Cable car from Medeu to 3,200 m; skiing in winter, hiking in summer, restaurants with summit views.
Three turquoise lakes among spruce forests at 1,800–2,800 m, plus the famous sunken forest of Kaindy lake.
The Valley of Castles with red rock formations, 3 h from Almaty, usually combined with Kolsai lakes.
Also: Turkestan, Burabay
Almaty: May–Sep, winter for skiing, Astana: Jun–Aug (winters are harsh).
Suggested stay per city: Almaty: 3–4 nights, Astana: 2 nights, Shymbulak: Day trip or 1 night, Kolsai Lakes: 1–2 nights. We shape the programme around the days you have.
Yes, halal restaurants are widely available, especially in the tourist areas; we point them out in your programme.
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