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Turquoise alpine lake framed by pine forest and snow-capped peaks in the Kolsai Lakes, Kazakhstan
Vostok Kazakhstan Collection

Kazakhstan,
curated for those who ask for more.

Six handpicked journeys across the Tien Shan, the steppe, and the Silk Road — each one run by the same Almaty-based team that handles ground operations for 120+ travel agencies worldwide.

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4 yrs
Operating in KZ
120+
Partner agencies
65,000
Runners served, Almaty Marathon
24 hrs
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The Collection

Six routes. One standard of detail.

Every package below lists exactly what's included, what isn't, the day-by-day route, and which departure dates are open. No quote requests needed to see the essentials.

Red sandstone rock formations of Charyn Canyon under a clear sky Best Seller 1 Day
Almaty → Charyn Canyon → Almaty

Charyn Canyon Day Escape

Kazakhstan's answer to the Grand Canyon, formed over 12 million years. A comfortable day trip with a guided walk through the Valley of Castles and lakeside lunch on the Charyn River.

2–14 guests Year-round ~11 hrs
From, per person $95 USD, shared group
Daily departures
  • Round-trip transport from your Almaty hotel in an A/C vehicle
  • English-speaking licensed guide
  • Entrance fees to Charyn Canyon National Park
  • Riverside lunch (vegetarian option available)
  • Bottled water throughout the day
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Gratuities (customary, not mandatory)
07:30
Hotel pickup
Departure from central Almaty hotels; scenic drive east along the Charyn River valley.
10:30
Valley of Castles
Guided 2-hour walk through the canyon's most photogenic formations.
13:00
Riverside lunch
Traditional Kazakh spread by the Charyn River.
18:30
Return to Almaty
Drop-off at your hotel.
Daily, year-round Winter: confirm 48h ahead

Private departures available any day — request your date below and we'll confirm within 24 hours.

Sunken forest rising from the turquoise water of Lake Kaindy 2 Days 2D / 1N
Almaty → Kolsai Lakes → Kaindy → Almaty

Kolsai Lakes & the Sunken Forest

Three alpine lakes and the otherworldly drowned forest of Kaindy, with an overnight stay at a lakeside guesthouse. The signature Tien Shan itinerary.

2–10 guests May–Oct Moderate hiking
From, per person $285 USD, twin share
6 dates left in Sept
  • 4x4 transport (paved road ends ~20km before the lake)
  • 1 night at a lakeside guesthouse, twin/double room
  • All meals: 1 lunch, 1 dinner, 1 breakfast
  • English-speaking guide for both days
  • National park entrance fees
  • Horse-riding option to Upper Kolsai (add-on, see pricing)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Horse rental (from $25/person if selected)
  • Single-room supplement ($60)
D1
Almaty → Kaindy → Kolsai
Morning drive to Lake Kaindy, short forest walk to the shoreline, then transfer to Kolsai for a lakeside overnight.
D2
Upper Kolsai hike & return
Morning hike or horse ride to Kolsai II, lunch, afternoon drive back to Almaty.
Sep 5–6 Sep 12–13 Sep 19–20 · 3 spots left Sep 26–27 Oct 3–4

Season runs May–October. Private departures on any date within season — request below.

Deep blue alpine reservoir of Big Almaty Lake surrounded by mountains Half-Day 5–6 hrs
Almaty → Big Almaty Lake → Almaty

Big Almaty Lake & Cosmostation

The easiest high-altitude payoff near the city — a glacial reservoir at 2,500m, plus the Cosmic Ray Station for those touring on limited time.

1–14 guests Year-round Easy
From, per person $65 USD, shared group
Daily departures
  • Hotel pickup and return
  • Mountain permit (required — border zone)
  • English-speaking driver-guide
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch (available at a mountain cafe, self-pay ~$8–12)
  • Gratuities
09:00
Hotel pickup
Drive up the Big Almaty Gorge, permit checkpoint en route.
11:00
Lakeside time
Photography and short walking loop at the lake.
14:30
Return to Almaty
Drop-off at your hotel.
Daily, year-round

Permit requires passport details 48 hours in advance — we handle the paperwork once your dates are confirmed.

Futuristic skyline of Astana at dusk with the Baiterek Tower Signature 7D / 6N
Almaty → Charyn → Kolsai → Astana

Almaty to Astana: The Full Country

Mountains, canyons, lakes, and the futurist capital — a complete first-time itinerary that pairs Vostok's inbound network with private domestic flights.

Private, 2–8 guests May–Oct Moderate
From, per person $2,150 USD, land + domestic air
Custom dates only
  • 6 nights: 4-star hotels in Almaty + Astana
  • Domestic flight Almaty → Astana
  • Private vehicle and driver-guide throughout
  • Daily breakfast + 3 signature dinners
  • All park permits and entrance fees
  • Dedicated Vostok trip coordinator (WhatsApp support)
  • International flights to/from Almaty
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals not listed above
  • Visa costs, if applicable to your nationality
D1
Arrive Almaty
Private transfer, welcome briefing.
D2
Charyn Canyon
Full-day excursion (see Charyn package above).
D3–4
Kolsai Lakes overnight
Full Kolsai/Kaindy itinerary (see package above).
D5
Fly to Astana
Afternoon city orientation: Baiterek Tower, Khan Shatyr.
D6
Astana in depth
National Museum, Hazrat Sultan Mosque, riverside walk.
D7
Departure
Private transfer to Astana International Airport.
Departs on your dates

This is a private, fully custom itinerary — we build it around your arrival date. Typical planning lead time is 3–4 weeks.

Gravel road winding through the Tien Shan mountain range Adventure 9D / 8N
Almaty → Narynkol (China border)

Tien Shan Traverse — Gravel Expedition

An 840km supported gravel cycling expedition across the Tien Shan, developed with Rat Race Adventure Sports (UK). For experienced riders seeking a genuine first-descent-grade route.

6–16 riders Sept 2027 pilot Advanced
From, per person $3,400 USD, fully supported
Pilot cohort — limited spots
  • 8 nights: guesthouses + supported wild camps
  • Full sag-wagon support with mechanic on route
  • All meals during the expedition
  • Bilingual expedition guide + local logistics team
  • Route GPX files and pre-trip briefing pack
  • Bike rental (available on request)
  • International flights
  • Travel/medical evacuation insurance (mandatory — we can recommend a provider)
D1
Almaty briefing
Bike check, route briefing, gear shakedown.
D2–8
840km traverse
Riding stages averaging 105–140km/day across the Tien Shan foothills toward Narynkol.
D9
Narynkol → Almaty
Support vehicle transfer back to Almaty.
September 2027 · pilot cohort

This is the pilot edition, developed with Rat Race Adventure Sports (UK). Waitlist entries get first access once dates are confirmed.

Zenkov Cathedral wooden church in Panfilov Park, Almaty Half-Day 4–5 hrs
Almaty city center

Almaty City & Culture

Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, the Green Bazaar, and Kok-Tobe hill — the ideal orientation day for arriving guests, or a light add-on to any mountain package.

1–16 guests Year-round Easy, walking
From, per person $45 USD, shared group
Daily departures
  • English-speaking city guide
  • Kok-Tobe cable car ticket
  • Hotel pickup and return
  • Meals and bazaar purchases
  • Museum entry fees (optional add-ons)
09:00
Panfilov Park & Zenkov Cathedral
One of the world's tallest wooden buildings, built without nails.
10:30
Green Bazaar
Local produce, spices, and street-food tasting stop.
12:30
Kok-Tobe hill
Cable car up for panoramic views over Almaty and the Tien Shan.
Daily, year-round

Often paired as a first-day add-on with any multi-day package — mention this when requesting dates.

Quick Compare

Every package, side by side.

Package Duration Route From (pp) Group Type Season
Charyn Canyon Day Escape 1 day Almaty ↔ Charyn $95 USD Shared or private Year-round View
Kolsai Lakes & Kaindy 2D / 1N Almaty ↔ Kolsai $285 USD Shared or private May–Oct View
Big Almaty Lake & Cosmostation Half-day Almaty ↔ BAL $65 USD Shared or private Year-round View
Almaty to Astana Grand Tour 7D / 6N Almaty → Astana $2,150 USD Private only May–Oct View
Tien Shan Gravel Traverse 9D / 8N Almaty → Narynkol $3,400 USD Private group Sept 2027 View
Almaty City & Culture Half-day Almaty city $45 USD Shared or private Year-round View
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All prices shown are per person unless stated otherwise, based on shared-group or twin-share arrangements as noted on each package. Private departures and single-occupancy pricing are available on request.

Select "Alternative dates" in the form. Most day trips and the 2-day Kolsai package run on flexible scheduling — listed dates simply show current small-group departures with the best per-person pricing.

We handle everything once you're on the ground in Kazakhstan — permits, guides, transport, and accommodation. Visa requirements vary by nationality; we'll flag anything relevant to you in our reply and point you to the right resource.

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