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Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Adventure

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From Astana to Bishkek
4.5 (12,165 reviews)
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 12
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Astana

    Astana
    Meals
    Dinner (Authentic Kazakh food experience)

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll along the Astana waterfront
    • Shopping at Khan Shatyr Entertainment Centre (world's largest tent)
    Landmarks
    Khan Shatyr Entertainment Centre
  3. Day 2

    Astana

    Astana
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Astana
    • Visit Bayterek tower
    • Visit Khan Shatyr
    • Visit Nur-Astana Mosque
    • Visit Palace of Peace & Reconciliation
    • Local Jeweller workshop visit

    Optional Activities

    • Try horse meat dishes for lunch
    • Try plov (rice dish with lamb, onions and carrots) for lunch
    Landmarks
    Bayterek Tower
    Khan Shatyr
    Nur-Astana Mosque
    Palace of Peace & Reconciliation
  4. Day 3

    Astana to Turkistan

    Astana to Turkistan
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Caravan Serai complex

    Optional Activities

    • See the Yasawi Mausoleum (illuminated)
    Landmarks
    Caravan Serai
    Yasawi Mausoleum
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  5. Day 4

    Turkistan to Almaty

    Turkistan to Almaty
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum
    • Visit ancient settlement of Otrar
    Landmarks
    Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum
    Otrar (ancient settlement)
  6. Day 5

    Almaty

    Almaty
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Visit Issyk Museum
    • Visit Lake Issyk
    • Visit Ile-Alatau National Park
    • Hike to waterfall in Turgen Gorge
    • Visit local Kazakh farm
    Landmarks
    Issyk Museum
    Lake Issyk
    Ile-Alatau National Park
    Turgen Gorge
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  7. Day 6

    Almaty

    Almaty
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Almaty
    • Visit Zenkov Cathedral
    • Visit Panfilov Park
    • Visit Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments
    • Visit Zelenyi Bazaar
    Landmarks
    Central Square
    Zenkoff Cathedral
    Panfilov Park
    Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments
    Zelenyi Bazaar
  8. Day 7

    Almaty to Kolsay Lakes

    Almaty to Kolsay Lakes
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Charyn Canyon
    Landmarks
    Charyn Canyon
    Tien Shan Mountain Range
  9. Day 8

    Kolsay Lakes - Karakol

    Kolsay Lakes - Karakol
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic lunch)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Kolsay Lakes
    • Hiking to Kaindy Lake
    Landmarks
    Kolsay Lakes
    Kaindy Lake
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  10. Day 9

    Karakol

    Karakol
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Karakol
    • Visit Dungan Mosque
    • Visit Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral
    • Visit local market
    • Jety Oguz forest hike to waterfall
    Landmarks
    Dungan Mosque
    Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral
    Jety Oguz
  11. Day 10

    Karakol to Bishkek

    Karakol to Bishkek
    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Visit Cholpan Ata petroglyphs site
    • Boat tour on Lake Issyk-Kul

    Optional Activities

    • Final dinner with group in Bishkek
    Landmarks
    Cholpon Ata
    Lake Issyk-Kul
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  12. Day 11

    Bishkek

    Bishkek
    Meals
    Breakfast

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    Can you please advise on the quote for a single room? Can you please advise the quote for an upgrade to a 5* hotel?

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      If you would like to add on a single supplement the additional cost would be $1,020 USD. The single supplement excludes Day 4 (overnight train) & 6-8 (Guesthouse/Homestay), where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Since this is a pre packaged itinerary we are not able to upgrade any of the accommodations however, on this trip we will be staying at 4 star + properties.

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      Unfortunately we are unable to give visa advice due to the vast number of nationalities which our customers represent. Some nationalities can travel freely over borders, where others require advance permission to enter. There are also changes in requirements from time to time. We recommend checking your local embassy or consulate's website for the latest up to date information.

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