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 top highlights come together over 10 days, visiting the 79-meter Bayterek Tower and Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center in Astana, plus Almaty's Central Mosque and Ascension Cathedral. The crimson Aktau Mountains and Moon Canyon in Charyn Canyon National Park showcase natural formations, while Sunkar Raptor Center lets you watch falcons hunt. Comfort hotels provide your base as you try traditional Lagman cuisine in Basshi Village and find UNESCO-worthy natural wonders from the Singing Dune to alpine Kolsai Lakes.

The dramatic 300m-high walls of Charyn Canyon and the mysterious submerged forest of Kaindy Lake showcase Kazakhstan's natural wonders. Almaty's iconic Zenkov Cathedral and Panfilov Park provide cultural depth, while Kolsai Lakes offer pristine hiking trails. The Central State Museum, home to the ancient Golden Man artifact, brings history to life.

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.

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.

An 11-day panorama reveals Kazakhstan's transformation from Nur-Sultan's futuristic architecture to Almaty's mountain setting. The historic Alzhyr Monument, famous Medeo skating rink, and three national parks including vast Altyn Emel showcase natural diversity. Authentic homestays in Basschi village and traditional Kazakh cuisine enhance cultural immersion.