Kazakhstan Tours & Trips

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.

Cover over 4,000 kilometers through Kazakhstan, from modern capital Astana to Baikonur Cosmodrome where Yuri Gagarin launched into space in 1961. See the shrinking Aral Sea near Aralsk and the UNESCO-listed Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi in Turkestan, then head back through diverse landscapes that show the country's transformation.

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.

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.