Kazakhstan Tours & Trips

Travel from Almaty to Turkestan and see the UNESCO-listed Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, then walk through the Valley of Castles in Charyn Canyon National Park. Trek to the submerged spruce forest at Kaindy Lake and check out the emerald waters of Lower Kolsai Lake in the northern Heavenly Mountains. You'll stay at Renion Park Hotel in Almaty, local guesthouses in Saty Village, and Hotel Khanaka in Turkestan.

Kazakhstan's varied landscapes unfold from Almaty, walking through the Valley of Castles in Charyn Canyon with its ancient boulder formations, and hiking to Kaindy Lake where submerged spruce trunks create an emerald-hued view following the 1911 earthquake. You'll spend 7 nights in well-selected comfort hotels including a relaxing evening at Chunja Hot Spring with 140 volcanic-heated water sources. This fully guided private tour accommodates groups of 2-4 with an English-speaking driver guide and includes all entrance fees, air-conditioned vehicles, and meals throughout the trip from the Medeu Gorge to Kok-Tobe Hill's sunset views.

This 9-day route through Kazakhstan costs approx. $310 per day. Almaty's surroundings include Charyn Canyon and Great Lake Almaty, followed by overnight train to historic Taraz. UNESCO-listed Turkestan, modern Astana, and wildlife at Korgalzhyn Lakes showcase the country's diversity with expert German-speaking guides.