Tour Type: Private Tour, flexible and customized
Guide & Driver: Experienced English-speaking driver guide, & air-conditioned car
Hotel: 3-star well selected hotels, also be open to your own choice
Itinerary |
Day 1: Arrival in Nursultan, Airport Pick-up
Welcome to Nursultan, the capital of Kazakhstan and the second biggest city of the country. After picking you up at the airport, the driver will escort you to the well-selected hotel for check-in.
Accommodation: King Hotel Astana (4 stars) |
Day 2: Nur-Sultan city tour
This morning, our private driver-guide will lead you to the old town and Soviet districts first and then go to visit Hazret Sultan Mosque - the largest mosque in Central Asia. Afterwards, depart for National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, where you can learn detailed culture, history, food and art of Kazakhstan. After visiting the Modern Art Gallery, move forward to Bayterek Tower, known as the "Tree of Life", to overlook Nursultan city. After lunch, we'll head to the local shopping and entertainment center, Khan Shatyr and Exhibition Center World EXPO 2017. Finally, we'll learn about the lifestyle and art of nomads at a private museum. After all visits, transfer you back to the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: King Hotel Astana (4 stars) |
Day 3: Take a flight to Almaty, Big Almaty Lake
After breakfast, our driver-guide will escort you to the airport for a 1.5-hour flight to Almaty. Upon arrival, the local driver-guide is waiting for you and then transfer you to the hotel. In the late afternoon, we will lead you to visit the "the Pearl of Almaty" - Big Almaty Lake, which has crystal clear water and is the water source of Almaty city. Next, enjoy the gorgeous sunset at Kok-Tobe Hill and drive you back to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Renion Park (3 stars) |
Day 4: Drive to Basshi Village, Altyn-Emel National Park
Today we will drive about 3.5 hours to Basshi Village for check-in, and then start with Altyn-Emel National Park. Situated in Ili River Valley, the park covers an area of 4,600 square kilometers (1,776 sq. mi) and contains a variety of geomorphological types and a wealth of animal and plant resources. We will admire Aktau Mountains, Katu-Tau Mountains and 700-year-old willows in this natural park. Afterwards, return to the hotel for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Basshy Hotel |
Day 5: Full day tour with Singing Dune, Drive to Hot Springs
After breakfast, we will first climb to the top of the Singing Dune to have a bird's-eye view of the surrounding landscape. When the wind blows, the sand makes sounds like a song, which is why Singing Dune got its name. Then taste the tea made of local herbs. After visiting Tiger Mountains, go to appreciate Zharkent Mosque, with an amalgamation of Central Asia and Chinese architectural styles. Next, stroll around the local market and try some distinctive snacks. Finally, take 2 hours to drive 180 km (about 112 mi) to Hot Springs for checking in at the hotel and have a hearty dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Karadala Hot Springs Hotel |
Day 6: Visit Charyn Canyon, Castles Canyon and Kaindy Lake
Today we'll visit Charyn Canyon, the second-largest canyon in the world and Valley of Castles, which are the highlights of our 10 days Kazakhstan private tour. In the afternoon, drive 1.5 hours to Saty Village and check in. Then pay a visit to Kaindy Lake. Kaindy means "Birch" in Kazakh and the Kaindy Lake is named after the inundated birch trees in the lake, also called locally the "Sunken Forest". Afterwards, return to the hotel for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Accommodation: Saty Village Guest House |
Day 7: Hike from the Third Kolsai Lake to the Second Kolsai Lake, Drive to Almaty
After breakfast, we'll have an exciting hike from the Third Kolsai Lake to the Second Kolsai Lake, with a total of 16 km (10 mi) round trip, taking around 6 hours. We'll have a boxed lunch by the lake during the hiking. You can also choose to go horse riding with an extra cost of USD30 per person for the two-way trip. Have dinner in Bayseit Village and drive 3.5 hours back to Almaty.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch-box, Dinner Accommodation: Renion Park (3 stars) |
Day 8: Almaty city tour, Take a flight to Nursultan
The first stop today is the Central Mosque of Almaty, one of the largest mosques in Kazakhstan. Then have a glimpse of the locals' daily life in Green Bazaar and visit Zenkov Cathedral in the Park of 28 Panfilov Guards. After visiting Rakhat chocolate factory, we will go to Medeu Skating Rink to climb the snow dam. This afternoon, you will be sent to the airport for a flight to Nursultan. Upon arrival, you will be picked up on time and transferred to the arranged hotel.
Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: King Hotel Astana (4 stars) |
Day 9: Korgalzyn National Park full day tour
Today we are going to have a full day exploration of Korgalzhyn National Park. Covering an area of 2,371 square kilometers (915 sq. mi), the park is an important transit place for migrant birds and a paradise for birdwatchers, where we can see flamingos and other rare birds. After lunch, go to the largest lake in Korgalzhyn National Park, where a large number of flamingos come from June to September every year.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Accommodation: King Hotel Astana (4 stars) |
Day 10: Departure from Nur-Sultan
Your trip come to an end today. We'll pick you up from your hotel at appointed time and send you to the airport. Wish you a pleasant and safe journey home!
Meals: Breakfast |
