Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Adventure
- Best price guaranteed
- No booking fees
- City sightseeing
- Museum and gallery visits
- National parks
- Cultural, religious and historic sites
- Family
- Customizable
- Booking Type Instant booking
- duration 11 days
- tour type Small group Request as private
- age requirement 16-99 yrs
- max group size 12
- guiding method Fully guided
- Tour Code BM-3860
- Footprint Carbonneutral CO2 emissions resulting from all trips on Bookmundi will be offset via investments in carbon reduction projects.
- Operated in English
- See Kazakhstan – a place truly off the beaten track that sees few foreign travellers, especially outside Astana and Almaty. For much of this trip, you’ll truly feel the remoteness of Central Asia.
- Witness incredible scenery at every turn – marvel at the sight of the little 'Grand Canyon' at Charyn and see the beauty of the sunken forest in Kolsai Lakes.
- Discover the history and architecture of the Silk Road and uncover the charm of the legendary Turkistan.
- Travel alongside locals and admire wild, sweeping vistas on epic train rides across the Kazakh steppe.
- Go overland into Kyrgyzstan for a change of scene and hike the magnificent Jeti Oguz, explore Karakol and take a boat ride on the vast waters of the alpine Issyk-kul lake.
See the contrast of the futuristic and the ancient on this 11-day journey from Astana to Bishkek. You’ll see the Central Asian landscape change from the vast expanse of flat countryside to winding mountain roads. Visit the Silk Road ruins of Otrar, stand in awe of the grand Yasaui Mausoleum, explore Astana’s monuments (that might remind you of Star Trek) and wander the cultural capital of Almaty. Hike the incredible Kolsai Lakes to see sunken forests, deep canyons and valleys and take a scenic boat ride on the alpine waters of Issky-kul Lake, bringing it home in charming Bishkek.
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Day 1: Astana
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Day 2: Astana
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Day 3: Turkistan
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Day 4: Turkistan/ Overnight Train
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Day 5: Almaty
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Day 6: Almaty
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Day 7: Kolsay Lakes National Park
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Day 8: Kolsay Lakes/Border Crossing/Karakol
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Day 9: Karakol
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Day 10: Bishkek
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Day 11: Bishkek
- Hotel (6 nights), Overnight Train (1 night), Guesthouse/Homestay (3 nights)
- 10 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners
- Private vehicle , Plane , Overnight Sleeper Train
- An expert tour leader
- Astana - City tour
- Astana - Local Jewler Visit
- Turkistan – Caravan Serai complex
- Otrar - Ancient settlement
- Turkistan - Yasui Mausoleum
- Almaty – Winery visit and wine tasting
- Almaty – Turgen Gorge
- Almaty – Lake Issyk
- Almaty - Zenkov Cathedral
- Almaty - Panfilov Park
- Almaty - Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments
- Almaty - Zelenyi Bazaar
- Charyn Canyon - National Park
- Kolsay Lakes National Park - Hiking
- Karakol - Dungan Mosque
- Karakol - Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral
- Karakol - Jeti Orghuz Canyon Hike
- Cholpon Ata - Petroglyphs
- Lake Issyk-Kul - Boat tour
- Any international flights to Astana and from Bishkek are not included in this price. We always recommend that you arrive 1 day prior to your tour starting date.
- Travel insurance is not included in this Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Adventure tour. Travel insurance is mandatory to buy. World Nomads' travel insurance has been designed by travelers for travelers.
- Personal Itinerary can be tweaked and customized.
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- Professional Access our Travel Specialists' insider knowledge.
- Privacy Enjoy a tour focused solely on you or your travel group.
- Earn USD 96+ in travel credits.
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No additional cancellation fees apply for this Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Adventure tour. You can cancel the tour up to 60 days prior departure and avoid paying the full amount, but your deposit paid is non-refundable. No refund applies for cancellations within 59 days of departure.
PaymentFor any tour departures within 10 November 2024, full payment is required. For tours that depart later than 10 November 2024, a deposit is required to confirm this tour, and the remaining balance will be charged 59 days before trip departure.
Travel InsuranceKazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Adventure tour requires that you have adequate and valid travel insurance covering medical and personal accidents, including repatriation costs and emergency evacuation. World Nomads offers travel insurance for independent travelers and intrepid families.
VisaFor this Kazakhstan & Kyrgyzstan Adventure tour getting the required visa(s) is the responsibility for each individual traveller, as visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. We recommend to check with your local embassies representing the countries that you are traveling to, as part of this itinerary.
Is this trip right for you- Be prepared to experience the full legacy of the Soviet era – not just in the sights and history, but also in the standards of accommodation and service. In other words, while you’ll be comfortable, don’t expect luxury.
- In true adventure style, the trip involves some long travel days by private vehicle and trains. While tiring, this is a great opportunity to sit back, unwind and let the sweeping views roll by.
- The conditions at home stays and guest houses are basic with shared facilities. This means the group being split between different houses, multi-share rooms and the bathroom facilities are separated from your sleeping quarters.