Name of the tour: Kazakhstan tour Highlights

Duration: 6 days

Starts in: Nur Sultan

Ends in: Almaty

Day 1: Nur Sultan
This day you will meet your guide at Inernational airport of Nur Sultan and then you will transfer to the capital. You will have a highlight tour today. The first attraction will be Constitution Square, where the first President of Kazakhstan decided to change the capital from Almaty to Astana, now Nur Sultan. Then you will lead to Presidential Centre of Culture of the Republic of Kazakhstan. You will observe there the Golden man that is the significant find of Kazakhstan and popular among Central Asia. Today you will also explore the modern life of Kazakh capital and observe shopping center Khan Shatyr. It is not only one of the symbols of the Kazakh capital, but also the largest tent in the world. After that you will move to the top of the “Astana-Baiterek” monument, where you will observe the fascinating panorama of the capital. Further you will continue tour with crossing Ishym river and find the Kazakh Eli Square. You will get to fabulous point - the Palace of Peace and Accord, and observe the enchanting architecture of Khazret Sultan mosque. This day you will complete the excursion with visiting the Palace of Independence, where you will explore the history of Kazakhtan and get to know about future plans of Astana in the hall "Layout Astana until 2030". You will spend the night in the hotel.

Day 2: Nur Sultan – Almaty
After breakfast you will transfer to the airport and departure to amazing city Almaty. This day is dedicated to a sightseeing tour. You will start tour with exploring the famous sight the Green Bazaar, you will have a chance to buy there fresh fruits or vegetables and enjoy the exotic rows. After that you will direct to oldest Almaty parks - Panfilov Park, where you will have a chance to observe the fabulous building Zenkov Cathedral. In the second part of the day you will see the outstanding sport complex famous all over the world the Medeo Gorge, where is located the biggest mountain skating rink in the world and explore Shymbulak resort. You will continue tour with Kok-Tobe hill where you will observe the tallest TV tower in the world and get there by the fascinating road. You will have a chance to explore the grand panorama of the city, admire the park’ path and fascinate the national shop souvenirs in the Kok Tobe Park. You will finish the tour with riding from the cableway to the center of the city. You will rest the night in the hotel.

Day 3: Almaty – Kolsai Lakes
In the morning you will travel to Kolsai lake 1 to Kolsai lake 2. The Kolsai lakes are a system of three lakes in the Northern Tien Shan, in the Kolsai gorge, in the bridge connecting the Kungei-Alatau and Trans Ili Alatau ranges. Kolsai lakes are very deep; in some places the depth reaches 80 meters. It is home to such representatives of the animal world as bears, wild boars, lynxes, wolves, foxes, hares and badgers. It is possible to observe the largest lake. This lake is the most charming and have a lot of colorful pictures of mushrooms and flowers. There is possible to ride horse and explore the fabulous nature. You can reach the lowest lake by car and stroll few kilometers where you will observe the amazing mountain trails. The crystal clear emerald water of the lakes is fresh and hard, with a content of sodium sulfate. The bottom is flat in places, without rock ledges. This place is unique in its own way and without a doubt it is better to see it with your own eyes. This tour will be remembered for a lifetime for its wonderful beauty. After that you will transfer to Saty settlement. You will spend the night in the guest house.

Day 4: Kolsai Lakes – Kaindy Lake
You will explore today the wonderful lake in Kaindy Gorge. Kaindy Lake translated as "teeming with birches" is famous for its origin. It was formed in 1911 as a result of a strong earthquake that caused a landslide that blocked the gorge; water flooded the gorge with coniferous trees. The water in the lake is very cold (about +6 degrees in summer), which is why the needles of trees are well preserved and can be clearly seen through the transparent surface of the water. All this mystical splendor of the lake cannot be expressed in words; you must visit it and see everything with your own eyes. The lake is about 400m long and almost 30m deep. You will have a picnic and fascinate the fabulous nature. After that you will return to Saty settlement. After arrival you will have free time where you will walk. If you want you can request horse (for surcharge). The night is in the guest house.

Day 5: Kolsai Lakes – Charyn Canyon – Almaty
Today you will have a day trip to Charyn Canyons. Charyn Canyon is called "the younger brother of the Grand Canyon in the United States". It is approximately 200 meters long and 100 to 300 meters high. The red clay walls of the canyon, as if pitted with deep wrinkles, in which caves, grottos and shaded niches are associated with an ancient city. The ground seemed to have unfolded here, forming a deep crack. The canyon was formed 12 million years ago due to the work of wind, rain and sun. You will be able to walk today through the "Valley of Castles" and be transported to the world of fantasy where Grand views of the canyons open. On the way to the canyon you will find unique views of the beautiful road, you will learn the history of the Kazakh people and will be able to learn a lot about the traditions and customs of the country. Also, upon arrival, you will see the unique Grand panorama of the canyon and be impressed by its splendor. Don't forget to take photos of the unique canyon. This place is indescribable and it is better to see it with your own eyes. You will rest the night in the hotel.  

Day 6: Flight
In the morning is transfer to airport.