Trip highlights
- Morning hike: Head to Medeu Ice Rink to experience the mountain forest atmosphere outside the city. Then take the cable car to Shymbulak for a panoramic view of Almaty.
• City cultural highlights: Return to the city to visit the Park of 28 Panfilov Guards and Zenkov Cathedral (a wooden cathedral), and learn about Kazakhstan's modern history.
- Local market experience: Visit Green Bazaar to purchase nuts, dried fruits, and honey, sample street food, and soak up the vibrant local atmosphere.
- Sunset hill walk: Finally head to Kok Tobe, climb to the top to enjoy the city night view and Tianshan sunset, and take photos with the symbolic sculpture of "Almaty = Apple Land."
- Round-trip private car + Chinese-speaking guide: Vehicle transfers and round-trip service from downtown hotels; the guide will provide local cultural insights and timely suggestions/tips.
