Embark on a thrilling journey to the heart of Central Asia with the "World Nomad Games in Kazakhstan 2024" tour. Begin your adventure in the futuristic cityscape of Astana, where modern architecture meets rich Kazakh traditions. Experience the adrenaline and excitement of the World Nomad Games, a spectacular celebration of nomadic heritage and sportsmanship. Continue to Almaty, a city nestled against a backdrop of towering mountains, offering a blend of urban charm and natural beauty. Your adventure is further enriched with visits to the serene Issyk Lake and the majestic Charyn Canyon, each a testament to Kazakhstan's breathtaking landscapes. This tour promises a unique blend of cultural immersion, natural wonders, and unforgettable experiences.
Tour itinerary:
Meals: breakfast
Meals: breakfast
After Nomad Games transfer to the train station for departure to Almaty in train. Night in the train. (schedule will be open in 40 days before departure).
Meals: breakfast
The excursion starts from Panfilov park, located in central-east Almaty in the area surrounding Zenkov Cathedral (built from wood and almost without a nail). The park is dedicated and named after the Panfilov Heros, 28 soldiers who died in WWII. In addition, you will visit the Republic Square and Museum of Almaty and National Museum. Excursion gives you a wonderful opportunity to be acquainted with the most beautiful mountains of Zailiyskiy Alatau, surrounding the city of Almaty. The first stop awaits you in the Medeo natural boundary, where you see the dam that protects the city from the devastating mudflows that form on the tops of the Western Tien Shan.
In the afternoon, you will have an opportunity to visit the observation deck on Mount Kok-Tobe. You will lift on the cable car and you will be able to see the evening Almaty. In the evening, chek-in hotel.
Meals: breakfast, lunch
Meals: breakfast, lunch boxes
But the most famous area of unique interest in the Park is certainly Charyn Canyon. This picturesque indigenous locality impresses with its heavenly landscapes The Canyon depth is 200m. The height of the bluff mountains of the Canyon reaches 150-300m. The Canyon itself represents a monument of nature formed with sedimentary rocks aged more then 12 million years. The landscapes are virtually miraculous there. Charyn Canyon is getting scarlet, pink and orange colors at sunset when the sun is disappearing behind the horizon. There is quietude around, and the Charyn river bobbles washing against the cliffs can only be heard from below. This sight will leave nobody indifferent.
Have some time for picnic and rest. After that walk along canyon and enjoy its beautiful view. In the afternoon return to Almaty. Transfer to the hotel.
Meals: breakfast, lunch boxes
- All transfers 4-10 pax by Mercedes Sprinter 18 seats with A/C;
- Transport from arrival till departure;
- Accommodation on twin base in hotels – 6 N + 1 N in the train
- Mineral water (1l/day/pax);
- Meals – as per program (B – 7, L – 3);
- Tour escort guide (English speaking) for days 2-7;
- Entrance and ecological fees during all the tour;
- Ticket on Nomad Games;
- Cable car Kok-Tobe and Shymbulak;
- Train ticket Astana-Almaty (1 seats in 4 seats compartment);
- Tour fees.
- Airfares;
- All personal expenses;
- Photo/video fees at museums;
- Folklore show;
- Eagle hunting;
- Tips for guide and driver;
- Early chek-in and late check out.
Dates & Prices
Group size: 4-10 persons
Please note that itinerary and prices are subject to change due to airline and train schedule changes, currency fluctuations and other unforeseeable events.