Name of the tour: Cultural tour in Kazakhstan

Duration: 6 days

Starts in: Nur Sultan

Ends in:  Almaty

Day 1: Nur Sultan city  
This day you will arrive to capital Nur-Sultan. Along the way you will observe historical sites of the city as well as its modern part. This day you will start with the Constitution Square, where you will explore the enchanting sites and there the president of Kazakhstan N.A.Nazarbayev made a decree of changing the capital of the country from Almaty to Astana (now Nur-Sultan). Then you will immerse into the historical events of the past and get to Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan* where is the Golden man located, this is one of the main symbols of the country. This day you will have a chance to observe the unique shopping center Khan Shatyr. A unique entertainment center that impresses with its architecture and is the largest tent in the world. After that you will get to the elevator to the top of the Astana-Baiterek monument, where you will observe mighty views of the city. Further you will discover Ishym river and fascinate the Kazakh Eli Square. In addition you will see the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation, and explore the amazingly beautiful Khazret Sultan mosque. You will visit National Museum of History of Kazakhstan*, where you will observe the plans of development and improving of Kazakh capital. Today you will see the highlights of the city, learn about the cultural and historical sights of the capital and learn some facts about the Kazakhs. You will be dropped in the hotel for overnight in the end of the tour.

Day 2: Nur Sultan – Borovoe – Nur Sultan
This day you will have a trip to Burabai National park (Borovoe), In the North of Kazakhstan, between the cities of Astana and Kokshetau, there is an amazing area - Borovoe. On geographical maps, this is the Kokshetau upland, and in the people this region is called "Kazakhstan Switzerland". The highest point of the area is mount Kokshetau (Blue mountain). Lake Borovoe is a favorite vacation spot that is famous for its picturesque surroundings. After arrival you will have a chant to observe the amazing the Khan’s pass and overlook Burabay and Zheke-Batyr mountains. On Abylaykhan Valley you will admire Ush-kyz, Ok-Zhetpes rocks and Kokshetau mountain, this fascinating natural attractions have each legends dedicating to the history of the Kazakh people. After that you will explore the surroundings of Bolektau mountain, there you will fascinate the enchanting panorama of  Borovoe lake, as well as of Zhumbaktas rock. In the end of the tour you will transfer back to the hotel.

Day 3: Nur Sultan – Almaty
After breakfast you will drive to the International Nur-Sultam airport, and travel to green city Almaty by local flight. After arrival to Almaty, you will have a city tour. This day you will explore the amazing sites. You will start the tour with the central attractions of the city. Today you will see the history and culture of Kazakhstan, learn about its best attractions. This day you will explore the famous attraction of Almaty - the Green Bazaar, where you will have a chance to take colorful photos and enjoy the shopping. Then you will direct to - Panfilov Park, where you can enjoy beautiful views of the high wooden temple built without a single nail Zenkov Cathedral. You will discover the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame, and which makes a strong impression, it is a monument of impressive size in the form of a fragment of events from those distant war days. In the second part of the tour you will explore the Medeo Gorge, where you will know the information of the highest mountain skating rink in the world. After you will transfer to Kok-Tobe hill by the fascinating road and see TV tower. You will complete the tour with the riding from the top of the hill to the center of the city by cable car. The night will be in the hotel.

Day 4: Almaty – Issyk – Almaty  
Today you will get to the amazing gorges of Trans-Ili Alatau - Issyk Gorge. In course of the tour you will explore the history, culture and nature of Kazakhstan and discover the burial mounds of Saka period, there is significant find "Golden Man" was found, and this is the one of the main symbols of Kazakhstan. You will also explore the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve “ISSYK”, where you immerse into the history and explore the expositions dedicated to the history and culture of the Saka period, including a copy of Golden Man and golden items, ancient ceramics, weapon, elements of horse equipment, as well as the model of Saka burial mound. You will lead to Issyk Lake A picturesque, high-altitude lake surrounded by extremely beautiful nature, dense forests and wide flower fields. This colorful lake is located 70 km from Almaty and is located among a dense forest at an altitude of 1800 meters in the Issyk gorge of Alatau. Issyk lake is more than 10,000 years old. The origin of the lake is associated with a mountain collapse that created a natural dam 300 m high. in 1963, as a result of a catastrophic mudslide, everything was destroyed. Now the volume of the lake has already been restored by half and the territory is being improved. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 5: Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Almaty  
You will transfer to amazing natural Park Cahryn Canyon. The way will take about 3 hours to the canyon. The age of the Charyn canyon is about 12 million years old, it surprises with its vertical rocks that resemble ancient castles created by the winds, sun and rain. In the valley of the Charyn river you can find relict plants that are natural monuments and are protected by the state. Charyn canyon is often called the younger brother of the famous Grand canyon in Colorado (USA). Along the way, you can learn interesting facts about the culture and customs of the Kazakh people, when they occurred and plunge into its history. Upon arrival at the canyon, you will find the incredible beauty of the Grand panorama. Here you can enjoy a walk through the legendary "Valley of Castles", which will show you unique views of rocks that resemble magical castles, animals or people's faces. You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 6: Flight
Hotel breakfast and check-out. Transfer to the airport and departure.

Transport:
02 pax – Sedan
04 pax – Minivan
06-10 pax – Mercedes Sprinter
 

Price per person:
02 pax – 790 $
04 pax – 600 $
06 pax – 480 $
08 pax – 415 $
10 pax – 385 $
Single – 105 $

Early check-in – 40 $ per person   
Single early check-in – 55 $ per person 

Half board – 130 $
Full board – 230 $

English speaking guide – 675 $ per group

Flight Nur Sultan – Almaty – from 50 $ 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
- Flight Nur Sultan – Almaty