Name of tour: Diverse Kazakhstan

Length: 5 days 

Places of interest: Nur-Sultan, Borovoe lake, Almaty, Issyk lake 

Day 1: Nur- Sultan
Welcome to Kazakhstan! You will be met by our driver and guide at the airport. They will accompany you to the capital of the country – Nur-Sultan city. Today will be dedicated to the guided tour in a city. You will visit the Constitution Square, Museum of the First President of the Kazakh Republic with the Golden man and famous shopping center Khan Shatyr. After that you will be able to enjoy the grand panorama from the top of Astana-Baiterek tower. After lunch the tour will continue to Kazakh Eli Square. On the way you will see Ishum River. After arrival you will be impressed by the architecture and large scale of the Palace of Peace and Reconciliation and fascinating mosque of Khazret Sultan. The last destination for today will be National Museum of History of Kazakhstan. Here you will be introduced to the history of the city and plans of its future development. 

Day 2: Nur- Sultan – Borovoe – Nur- Sultan
After breakfast in hotel you will start driving to Burabai (Borovoe) National park. Its territory is about 85000 hectares located in the northeastern part of Kokshetau Mountains. There are 14 lakes with the surface area of more than 1 sq.km and some small lakes. Upon arrival you will overcome Khan’s pass and see Burabay and Zheke-Batyr mountains. On Abylaykhan valley you will be able to see Ush-kyz, Ok-Zhetpes rocks and Kokshetau Mountain. Each one is famous for interesting legend that connected with history of Kazakh people. You will have a picnic and then some free time to relax or walk around the park. You will have a short hiking tour to Bolektau Mountain. On the top you will be amazed by the spectacular view of the Borovoe Lake and Zhumbaktas rock. Borovoe Lake and its surroundings are the perfect place to relax mentally, enjoy the wonderful nature and take pictures of beautiful oasis in the heart of the Kazakh steppe. If you want, you can also explore the mysterious pine forest. At the end of the day you will be transferred to the hotel in Nur-Sultan. 

Day 3: Nur- Sultan – Almaty
After breakfast you will have a morning flight to the southern capital of Kazakhstan – Almaty city. Today you will explore the main historical, architectural and cultural sites of that city. The tour will start from the Green Bazaar. It is very popular place for shopping. Then you will visit the oldest Almaty Park – Panfilov Park. One of its main highlights is Zenkov Cathedral, wooden building with unique architecture. Here you will also see the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Frame. This monument was erected in honor of the victory in The Great Patriotic War. After an excursion we will head to the Medeo Gorge. It is famous for the highest mountain skating rink in the world and the dam. The nest destination will be Kok- Tobe hill with the world’s highest (above sea level) TV tower. We will drive through the amazing winding mountain road. In the Kok-Tobe Park you will walk along the paths and enjoy the charming view of the city. Then we will return to Almaty by the famous cableway. The overnight stay will be organized in the hotel.

Day 4: Almaty – Issyk Lake – Almaty
Today we will travel to the enchanting Issyk Gorge – the gorge of Trast-Ili Alatau. The road goes along the famous Kuldja tract, where centuries ago the Great Silk Road passed. Then you will get acquainted with the history of Kazakhstan in the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve “ISSYK”. Here you will see historical and cultural monuments of the Saka period, including a copy of Golden Man and golden items, ancient ceramics, weapon, horse equipment, and the model of Saka burial mound. The second half of the day will be dedicated to the wonderful lake Issyk. It is a mountain lake situated at an altitude of 1756 meters above sea level. It appeared approximately 10 thousand years ago as a result of big earthquake that formed the 300m natural dam. After arrival you will enjoy harmony with nature and learn the details of disaster of 1963. Today you will spend the night in the hotel in Almaty.

Day 5: Flight
After an early breakfast the transfer will pick you up from the hotel and take you to the airport.

Transport:
02 pax – Sedan
04 pax – Minivan
06-10 pax – Mercedes Sprinter

Price per person:
02 pax – 590 $
04 pax – 460 $
06 pax – 360 $
08 pax – 305 $
10 pax – 285 $
Single – 75 $ 

Early check-in – 30 $
Single early check-in – 45 $

Half board – 100 $
Full board – 180 $ 

English-speaking guide – 445 $ per group

Flight Nur-Sultan – Almaty – от 40 $

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
      Nur-Sultan – “Ibis” Hotel 3*
      Almaty – “Kazakhstan” Hotel 3*
- Entrances to all museums
- Mineral water during the tour           

Service does not include:
- Full board
- Single rooms
- Early check-in
- Travel insurance
- Visa and visa support
- English speaking guide