Tour in Kazakhstan: Tour 7
Destination: Kazakhstan
Duration: 5 days
Places to visit: Nur-Sultan - Ethno village - Nur-Sultan - Almaty - Charyn - Almaty
Day 1: Nur-Sultan
Guide will meet and transfer you to the capital of Kazakhstan. Upon arrival you will enjoy the magnificent beauty of such sights like the Constitution Square, Museum of the First President, the largest and unique shopping center Khan Shatyr. During the tour you will have to reach the top of the Astana-Baiterek monument to enjoy the panorama of the capital of Kazakhstan. After it you will cross Ishym river to visit the Kazakh Eli Square. Moreover to it you will also visit the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation as well as enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Khazret Sultan mosque. The most awaited sight in tours to Kazakhstan is the National Museum of History of Kazakhstan where you will enjoy the far-reaching plans of the development of Nur-Sultan and its historical background. After the tour- transfer to the hotel for overnight.
Day 2: Nur-Sultan - Ethno village - Nur-Sultan
During the tour you will find out that Kazakhstan was spaced at the crossroad of Eastern and Western cultures due to which it possesses rich cultural heritage. You will learn more about the culture of Kazakh people by trying to cook traditional dishes by yourself as well as learning the secrets of traditional culinary arts. Moreover you will have a great chance to witness the process of creating very ancient Kazakh musical instrument that is known as ‘sazsyrnay'. The tour will not be complete if you miss the opportunity to explore the famous nomadic dwelling that is known as yurt. The secret of creating this wonderful shelter is passed through generations but in course of the tour you will know all of them. And during this program you will be able personally touch the construction process. After it you will try on the Kazakh national clothes and dance the national dance "Kara zhorga". Visit of EXPO museum (is not accessible on Mondays) and the triumphal arch "Mangilik El". Overnight will be in the hotel.
Day 3: Nur-Sultan - Almaty
Upon arrival you will start the city tour where you will get more information about the history. Here you will visit the first site of the tour the famous Green Bazaar. This market possesses practically everything. Here you will learn the real life of markets. Don't forget to bargain. The next site to visit one of the oldest parks of the city the Panfilov Park and here you will be able to find Zenkov Cathedral. Later on you will visit the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame that was erected for fighter who died for independency of the country. Next destination of the tour is Medeo Gorge where you can witness the highest skating rink in the world and the dam. Later on you will be transferred to Kok-Tobe hill where the tallest TV tower in the world is located as well as miring picturesque panoramic views. By travelling here you will witness the picturesque view that can captivate anyone. Here you will have a chance to visit souvenirs shop. You will return on a Almaty cableway. Night is in the hotel.
Day 4: Almaty - Charyn - Almaty
In course of the tour you will have to travel to Charyn Canyon. This site appeared during Paleogene thanks to the wind and water. It also resembles the Grand Canyon of Colorado River in North America, but Charyn Canyon is a smaller in size. The height of the steep slopes of the canyon is up to 150-300 meters. While exploring the sight you will witness the height of canyon that reaches 150-300 meters due to which this place started to call as "Valley of Castles". The length of the valley is more than 2 km, width - 20-80meters. This place will not leave you indifferent. At the end of this canyon you will witness the fresh oasis on the bank of icy cold Charyn River. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the uniqueness of the nature. Back transfer to the city. Night is in the hotel.
Day 5: Flight
Transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Sedan
04 pax - Minivan
06-08 pax - Minivan in Nur-Sultan; Minibus in Almaty
10 pax - Sprinter
Price per person:
02 pax - 700 $
04 pax - 500 $
06 pax - 395 $
08 pax - 335 $
10 pax - 315 $
Single - 70 $
Half board - 100 $ per person
Full board - 180 $ per person
English speaking guide - 555 $ per group
Flight Nur-Sultan - Almaty - from 60 $ per person
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Nur-Sultan - "Ibis" Hotel 3*
Almaty - "Kazakhstan" Hotel 3*
- Entrances to all museums
- Mineral water during the tour
Service does not include:
- Full board
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide
- Domestic flight Nur-Sultan - Almaty