Kazakhstan life Tour 7

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Kazakhstan life: Tour 7
Destination: Kazakhstan
Duration: 5 days
Places to visit: Almaty - Issyk Lake - Tamgaly - Almaty - Nur-Sultan - Alzhir  

Day 1: Almaty - Issyk Lake - Almaty  
Welcome to Kazakhstan life: Tour 7! Upon arrival you will start your travel to Issyk gorge. The road to this area will go through the Kuldja tract that is known as the route of trading caravans in the past.  On the way to It you will have an excursion in the State Historical and Cultural Museum-Reserve "ISSYK", to see finding dedicated to the history and culture of the Saka period, including a copy of Golden Man and golden items, ancient ceramics, weapon, elements of horse equipment, as well as the model of Saka burial mound. After it you will enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the alpine lake that is situated on the altitude of 1756 meters, located in the valley with the same name. You will be impressed to know that the lake appeared 10,000 years ago due to colossal landslide. This event also resulted in formation of the natural dam of 300 meters in height. The lake will mesmerize you by the water surface and the Issyk Gorge. While enjoying the breathtaking view you will also here the details of the natural disaster of 1963. Transfer to the hotel for overnight.

Day 2: Almaty - Tamgaly - Almaty
Today you will have a morning drive to the next destination of Kazakhstan life: Tour 7. The roué to Tamgaly will amaze you by the beautiful landscapes of Almaty region as well as the ancient monument, Tamgaly petroglyphs. This site is also known as the one of the most significant monuments of rock art of Zhetisu, Moreover this sight is listed as the UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004. In coursed of the your you will investigate the pictures depicted individual animals and people as well as the whole scenes from the life of ancient people. The total amount of these drawings is about 2,000. Here you will have an opportunity to see images of solar deities, clowns, soldiers, married couples, pregnant women, multi-figure compositions, scenes of hunting and sacrifice. By being made of the Bronze Age they are made in "animal" style of Sakas. In the past this place was considered to be sacred one where the ritual ceremonies were hold, magic rituals were performed, worship of the gods and the spirits of ancestors took place. Return to hotel for overnight.

Day 3: Almaty - Nur-Sultan  
In course of the travel you will have a morning flight to the capital of Kazakhstan to have a guided city tour where you will see the major sights of the city. The first site to visit in the tours to Nur Sultan is the historical center of the city as well as its modern part. You will visit the Constitution Square, Museum of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan* with the Golden man. Then you will explore the largest mall of the city that is known as the largest and unique shopping center Khan Shatyr. Here you will see the modern life of local people. Later on you will reach the top of the Astana-Baiterek monument. Here you will have an opportunity to enjoy the magnificent panorama view of the capital of Kazakhstan.  Later on you will cross the Ishym river to visit the Kazakh Eli Square as well as the famous Palace of Peace and Reconciliation. Don't miss the opportunity to enjoy the magnificent beauty of the Khazret Sultan mosque. Night is in the hotel.

Day 4: Alzhir
The day will start with the visiting other prominent sight of Nur Sultan. You will explore the Constitution Square, Museum of the First President, Congress Hall will be starting points of excursion. The one of the most significant sight in tours to Nur Sultan is the National Museum of History of Kazakhstan. Later to you will be transferred to the Malinovka village to see well known  Museum and memorial complex "ALZHIR". This sight is known as the Akmola camp for the wives of traitors of Motherland. It is also one of the largest camps in Soviet Union also known as one of the three "islands" of the "Gulag Archipelago". In 2007 this pace became the Museum and Memorial Complex of Victims of Political Repression and Totalitarianism. Here you will see the "Arch of Grief" as well as the two compositions "Despair and Powerlessness" and "Fight and Hope", that were made in memory to the families forever separated by cruel time. The tunnel, where on the walls represented the tragic moments of parting with children, cruel and unfair court of the Three, a prison cell and a punishment cell, helps to plunge into the atmosphere of repressions. Return to the hotel for overnight.

Day 5: Flight
Transfer to the Almaty International airport and departure.

 

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

 

Price per person:
02 pax - 540 $
04 pax - 440 $
06 pax - 350 $
08 pax - 305 $
10 pax - 285 $
Single - 75 $

Early check-in - 25 $ 
Single early check-in - 50 $

Half board - 100 $
Full board - 180 $

English speaking guide - 555 $ per group

Flight Almaty - Nur-Sultan - from 45 $ per person

 

Service includes:
- Transport
- Accommodation:
            Almaty - "Kazakhstan" Hotel 3*
            Nur Sultan - "Ibis" 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