Morning arrival in Kazakhstan’s south capital city Almaty. You ’ll be met at the airport and transported to a hotel (Plaza 4*; or similar) to drop your luggage - NOTE: let us know if you’d like to arrive one day prior to the tour or if you need an early hotel check-in on Day 1. Next, we’re starting the city excursion of Almaty. Places that we’ll visit today include:

Panfilov Park (the oldest park in Almaty): Zenkov cathedral; eternal fire; Second World War monuments

Green Bazaar (traditional market): local shopping; dried fruits; souvenirs

Republic Square: national monuments; city administration

The legendary hotel Kazakhstan: first tallest building in Central Asia Kok Tobe (Green Hill from Kazakh language): recreation area located on a hilltop; cable car ride; Almaty city panoramic viewpoint Opera and Ballet theatre: old Soviet architecture Panfilov alley: cultural life of Almaty; restaurants / architechture After this lovely Almaty excursion you ’ll have your personal free time. Enjoy your evening! Tomorrow we’re heading into regions...