Unbelievable Kazakhstan Tour 1
Unbelievable Kazakhstan Tour 1
Destination: Kazakhstan
Duration: 5 days
Places to visit: Almaty - Issyk - Charyn - BAO - Almaty
Day 1: Almaty
Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to Almaty. In course of the travel you will the guided city tour that takes about 6 hours. During this time you will be able to explore practically whole area as well as learn about history and development of the city of Kazakhstan. You will visit Green Bazaar, Panfilov Park and of course the Zenkov Cathedral. The bazaar is the best place to experience the real life of local people as well as witnessing many interesting and colorful things. Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame is the next destination that was erected for those who died for the country to be free and independent. Later on you will be transferred to Kok-Tobe hill to see the tallest TV tower. Harte you can spend free time while witnessing the fascinating views as well as find souvenirs. The day ends with the night booked in the hotel.
Day 2: Almaty - Issyk - Almaty
In course of the tour you will have a tour to the famous lake Issyk, the road to which takes about 7 hours to reach. This gorge can be found in Trans-Ili Alatau of Issyk Gorge. This place is prominent due to endless caravans that passed here. Due to it you will have an opportunity to learn a lot of interesting facts about the history of the country and of the places as well as famous "Golden Man" that was found in Sakas mound. This sight later became the state symbol of Kazakhstan. Moreover on the roué you will have a stop for excursion in the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve "ISSYK". After it you will continue to drive to Issyk lake that is located on the altitude of 1756m above sea level. You will be amazed to know that this lake appeared about 10000 years ago due to the huge landslide that also formed natural dam the height of which is 300 meters. The waters of the lake are of the amazing colors, mixed with each other but still being separate. Here you will be able to listen about the disaster that happened in 1963. The night is in the hotel.
Day 3: Almaty - Charyn - Almaty
Today you will have a tour to Charyn Canyon. The road for travel will take about 10 hours during this time you will learn a lot about this site. This canyon was formed due to the wind and sun. This incredible sight will mesmerize by the rock cliffs created approximately 12 million years ago. Tours to this wonderful sight is popular even among locals. While being here you will have time to enjoy the great panoramic views of the Canyon as well as meeting locals. The guests can enter the Castles Valley maze. The day ends with the way back to the hotel.
Day 4: Almaty - BAO - Almaty
In course of the tour you will visit the Medeo Gorge in the morning. This gorge is famous due to the dam and the highest skating rink. You will find this ski resort on the attitude of 2230m above sea level. You will like to be here because the climate here is mild. Later on you will drive to the Big Almaty Lake the road which takes about 6 hours. This picturesque lake is located on altitude of 2510m above sea level. The lake will captivate you by its beauty as well as the calm and pleasant atmosphere. It is known that the lake was formed from the glacier due to it this lake is very cold even in July. It is known that the lake emerged due to the melting of the glacier in the ancient times. The access to this sight is strictly controlled because the lake possesses the potable water. You will have an opportunity to take vibrant photos of Tien Shan firs as well as aspen and juniper grow here. On the way back to city you will visit Falcon Farm where it is possible to witness the show of eagles. Then the night is reserved in the hotel.
Day 5: Flight
Transfer to airport.
Transport:
02 pax - Sedan economy
04 pax - Minivan
06-10 pax - Minibus
Price per person:
02 pax - 810 $
04 pax - 565 $
06 pax - 440 $
08 pax - 370 $
10 pax - 330 $
Single - 75 $
Early check-in - 30 $
Single early check-in - 45 $
Half board - 105 $
Full board - 170 $
English speaking guide - 465 $ per group
Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
Almaty - "Kazakhstan" Hotel 3*
- Mineral water supply
- Admission tickets to all museums
- English speaking escort (takes care of organizational questions)
Service does not include:
- Full board
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support