Follow in the footsteps of Genghis Khan and Silk Road traders, Soak up the European air of Almaty, Explore the ancient Silk Road stop of Taraz, Experience the tranquillity of the western Tian Shan mountains, Discover the mysteries of Sufism in Turkistan
Cinkui, and welcome to Kazakhstan! This a country with an ancient history and one of the world's most beautiful nature reserves. Journey in the footsteps of Genghis Khan to the birthplace of the Sufi order, the home of the tulip as well as grassy steppes Central Asian nomads have lived upon for centuries.
Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 3 Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (5 nts), overnight train (1 nt) Transportation: Private car/mini van, overnight train Trip Style: Intrepid Independent Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Budget: Allow USD $250 for meals not included.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Duration
7 Days
Escorted
Escorted - Yes
Itinerary
Day
Destination
Description
Day 1
Almaty
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the Tian Shan Mountains, cosmopolitan Almaty is the perfect introduction to contemporary Kazakhstan.
Day 2
Taraz
Learn about Kazakhstan's Islamic traditions while visiting UNESCO-protected mausoleums in this ancient Silk Road stop.
Day 3-4
Aksu Zhabaghly Nature Reserve
In spring, the meadows of this beautiful nature reserve are carpeted in tulips. Trek, take in a dombra performance or kick back with a cup of kumys (fermented mare's milk) in this tranquil Central Asian landscape.
Day 5-6
Turkistan
Skirt the sands of the Kyzylkum Desert en route to Turkistan, the centre of mystical Sufism and home of the country's most iconic building - the turquoise-domed Kozha Akhmed Yasaui Mausoleum.
Day 7
Almaty
Return to the leafy, tree-lined streets of Almaty with time to explore the candy-coloured Zenkov Cathedral on your own.
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