National Parks of Kazakhstan

Itinerary name: National Parks of Kazakhstan

Day-by-day program: 

Day 1: Nur Sultan
After arrival to the capital city Nur Sultan, you will start amusing tour of the city. It will include the historical sites and very modern part of Nur-Sultan. The starting place will be Constitution Square. In this square, the president of Kazakhstan declared the transition of at that time Astana into a capital city. Later possible to travel to the rich history of the land and Kazakh people. Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan will open you an informative tour. Here you will learn more about Golden Man, the valuable finding in Central Asia dating back to ancient time. After museum, visit the extraordinary building of shopping mall Khan Shatyr, you will experience the modern life of Kazakhs. Next point will present you the best panoramic view of the city. It is Astana-Baiterek monument, which offers wonderful observation deck on the top. Later visit Kazakh Eli Square, on the other side of the Ishym River. Then another unusual architectural site is the the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation. It is also possible to see the magnificent view of Khazret Sultan mosque. City tour will be concluded by the interesting excursion in the National Museum of History of Kazakhstan*, where you will travel to the perspective future and historical heritage of Kazakhstan.  There are long-term plans of the city  and you will understand Nur Sultan , the city of pride for Kazakhstan. You will spend night in a hotel

Day 2: Nur Sultan – Borovoe – Nur Sultan
Today you will take a delightful tour to the nature. It will be a day trip to Burabai National park (Borovoe), whose total are is 85000 hectares. Burabai lies on the northeast part of Kokshetau elevation. It has a beautiful landscape with 14 big lakes and many small lakes. We will drive about 270 km to reach the resort area. The natural beauty of Borovoe is mesmerizing: reflection of high peaks on the mountain lakes surface in incredible.  Upon arrival, you will see Khan’s pass and "Burabay" mountain. Later in Abylaykhan Valley, there will be incredible view of  Ush-kyz”, “Ok-Zhetpes”, “Zhumbaktas” rocks and “Kokshetau” mountain. You guide will tell you a story about each mountain, where you can also learn the history of Kazakh people. After lunch at local restaurant, you can have free time to look and walk around. Afternoon, you will take a short hike to Bolektau” mountain, where there is a stunning view of famous “Borovoe” lake and its wonderful landscape of Zhumbaktas rock. After excursion drive back to the city and rest in a hotel.

Day 3: Nur Sultan – Almaty
After breakfast, you will have Nur Sultan-Almaty flight. Upon arrival, you will embark on city tour. During the tour, you will learn deeply the history of Kazakhstan together with historical development of Almaty. Almaty is the southern capital of the country. Enjoyable tour starts from Green Bazaar, where you can find different kind of things; from fresh fruits to national souvenirs. Then continue to central park-Panfilov, named for the honor of the famous Panfilov division participated in the World War II. In the middle of the park, there is a glorious building, the Zenkov Cathedral. It is the world’s most beautiful tallest wooden construction. Its mesmerizing beauty will charm every visitor. Before leaving to the Medeo gorge, you will explore some other cultural sites of the city. Medeo Gorge is located on the south side of the city, where the highest alpine skating rink of the world is situated. Up on the gorge there is a popular ski resort Shymbulak. When you return to the city, you will climb to Kok-Tobe hill, you can see a panoramic view of whole Almaty. Furthermore, there is a TV tower that considered to be highest in the world, if we count from the sea level. On the way back, you can take a cableway to city center. Night in a hotel.

Day 4: Almaty – Issyk – Almaty  
Today will be a day trip to the most charming gorge of Trans-Ili Alatau. Issyk Gorge is located on the Kuldja tract. Centuries ago, the place were full of caravans from East and West, travelling on the Silk Road. En route you will have an opportunity to visit the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve “ISSYK”. It is rich in natural and historical heritage of Kazakhstan. Moreover, the “Golden Mann”, which has an important role in the statehood of the country was found in this area. In addition there is a large permanent exhibition dedicated to the history of the Saka-Scythian tribe. Furthermore, there is a copy of the famous Golden Man and many other artefacts like ancient ceramics, weapon, elements of horse equipment, as well as the model of the burial mound belongs to Saka tribe. Further, you will go along the gorge to the Issyk lake, which is located at the altitude of 1756 m. Here you will relax at the brilliantly blue colored lake and enjoy birds singing around. Your guide will tell more about this place and events of 1963. After fully enjoyed the nature leisure, you will drive back to the city. Overnight will be in a hotel.

Day 5: Almaty – Charyn Canyon – Almaty  
Today you will travel to the most exciting destination - Charyn Canyons. It will take about 3 hours to reach this monument of nature. En route to canyons, stop at the nice local museum, where it is possible to learn more about  traditional decorative and applied arts and crafts of local people. The lunch at the local restaurant will make fully experience the real life of Kazakh people in this area. These magnificent monuments in Charyn were formed 12 million years ago by the eternal forces of the nature- rain, wind and the sun. The most beautiful site is Valley of Castles, massive silhouette feels like grandiose castle, some of the formations similar to giant warriors. If you go down and follow the maze track of 2 km will take you to the river, you can imagine and see fantastic towers, sky bridges, fossilized dinosaurs and other interesting creatures. You can also enjoy the great panoramic view without going down, where canyon seems endless. Drive back to Almaty and overnight in a hotel.

Day 6: Flight
Enjoy the breakfast at the hotel and checkout. Transfer to the airport according to the schedule of your flight.