Explore the most interesting tourist spots of Kazakhstan. See to discover the deep cultural and business life of modern Nur-Sultan (Astana) and Almaty and enjoy breathtaking view of Charyn canyon. Experience a day of recreation and excursions to the picturesque lake Issyk to discover a place where 'golden Saka warrior' was found that later became the symbol of Kazakhstan.
Best Time to Visit Kazakhstan: May to September
Arrive in Almaty.
You will be met by driver and transferred to the hotel for check in.
Stay overnight in Almaty
Your guide and driver will meet you at the hotel lobby to start the sightseeing tour in Almaty: visit Panfilov Park, Zenkov Cathedral, Central State Museum (closed on Tuesdays) and Republic Square.
In the afternoon a short drive (25 km) will take you to Chimbulak. Here, visit the ski resort and ride the cable car to enjoy the amazing views of the snowy peaks of the Tian Shan Mountains. Our last stop of the day will be the Sunkar Falcon Farm (closed on Mondays), where you’ll enjoy a spectacular show with specially trained hawks – hunting with these magnificent birds is a distinguishing feature of the Kazakh way of life. Return to the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Stay overnight in Almaty
Your guide and driver will meet you at hotel lobby. Depart Almaty and drive to Charyn Canyon (220km, 3-4h).
Charyn Canyon in eastern Kazakhstan offers an unforgettable view of a winding gorge and jaw-dropping cliffs of various colours and shades. The canyon lies within Charyn National Park, which also boasts of the renowned Ash Tree Grove and Castle Valley, stretching nearly 3 kilometers in length and dotted with cliffs resembling towers. Despite a long way to go, the beauty of the Canyon makes you forget long hours of drive and this sight of nature in Kazakhstan will stay long in your memories. Arrive in Canyon. Have some time for picnic and rest. After that walk along canyon and enjoy its beautiful view. In the afternoon return to Almaty. Transfer to the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 9-10 hours
Stay overnight in Almaty
Your guide and driver will meet you at hotel lobby. Depart Almaty and drive to Issyk Lake (64km, 1h).
En route visit the main symbol of Kazakhstan the Tomb of the Golden Man. Continue drive to the lake. The road will go up to 1756m above sea level. Enjoy the view of the Natural Park and the Tian Shan mountains.
Arrive at Issyk Lake. Free time. In the afternoon return to Almaty.
Transfer to the airport to take flight to Astana.
Meeting at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 7-8 hours
Stay overnight in Astana
Meet your guide at hotel lobby to start sightseeing in the capital of Kazakhstan. Visit “Old Center” – Akmolinsk town of merchants. In the afternoon visit Millennium Axis Line named by Kisho Kurokawa, chief architect and creator of Astana general layout. Visit Opera building, numerous fountains on the Round Square. Continue to Nurzhol and Green Water boulevards with skyscrapers of exceptional architectural forms. At the top of Astana - Bayterek monument, enjoy breath-taking panoramic view on the city. At the end of the tour, visit shopping and entertainment center Khan-Shatyr. Transfer to the hotel.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 4-5 hours
Stay overnight in Astana
In the morning, depart Astana and drive to memorial complex ALZHIR, located 40 km away from the city. Concentration camp was built in the middle of vast Kazakh steppe in 1938 and stopped functioning in 1953, the year Stalin died. For 15 years, just as much as 20,000 women were brought to the camp from different regions of USSR. In 2007, memorial complex was opened on the territory of the former camp ALZHIR to commemorate those who have fallen under Stalin repressions. Return to Astana.
Visit Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, Nur-Alem complex at EXPO center. Free time.
Duration of sightseeing tour: 6-7 hours
Stay overnight in Astana
Check-out from the hotel at noon.
Free time until transfer to Astana International Airport.
Depart and take flight home.
- Price is per person / sharing double/twin room
- Price is for land arrangements only for minimum of 4 participants
- Price is subject to change without prior notice. Terms and Conditions Apply
- Price is subject to availability and confirmation at the time of booking.
- INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS ARE NOT INCLUDED (can be quoted and arranged separately)
Inclusions:
~ Accommodation based on double/twin room sharing [Economy Hotels], breakfasts included;
~ Transport throughout the tour;
~ Sightseeing tour program in each city with local guides;
~ Entrance tickets to sights as per itinerary;
~ Economy class tickets for flight Almaty– Astana.
Remarks:
~ Please note that itinerary and prices are subject to change due to airline and train schedule changes, currency fluctuations and other unforeseeable events.
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