Overview
Walking through Panfilov Park as snow settles on Soviet-era landmarks and the iconic Zenkov Cathedral
Almarasan Gorge & Bears Waterfall – a complete winter wonderland, where nature feels untouched
Gorelnik thermal bath (outside section) – steaming water + cold winter air = chef’s kiss
Falcon farm visit – witness the ancient Central Asian art of eagle hunting
Shymbulak Ski Resort – cable cars sweeping over snowy peaks
Kok Tobe at sunset – warm city lights against a cold winter skyline
Charyn Canyon – the Grand Canyon of Central Asia, looking unreal in winter
Kolsai & Frozen Kaindy Lake – THIS is your highlight: a lake frozen with trees rising straight out of it
Stay in Saty village – warm guesthouses, hot meals, cozy vibes, real mountain-life feels