Kazakhstan travel plans with the routes already figured out
Rome2Rio itineraries for Kazakhstan are made from a decade of travellers telling us their favourite ways to get from A to B. Personalise these itineraries to take you from A to B to C... and then all the way back home.
7 days in Kazakhstan
AlmatyUst-KamenogorskItinerary navigation
Days 1–2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Big Almaty Lake
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel

Day 3: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
3h 59m
$76–161
Activities
- EXPO-2017 Museum Nur Alem
- Central Concert Hall Kazakhstan
Hotel

Day 4: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Pavlodarbus
6h 24m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Irtysh River Embankment
- Pavlodar Drama Theater named after Z Aimagambetov
Hotel

Day 5: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
25h 23m
$26–49
Activities
- Central Mosque of Kostanay
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
Hotel

Day 6: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Monument to Abai Kunanbayev
- Halyk Arena Ice Palace
Hotel

Day 7: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- Central Mosque
- Zhastar Park
Hotel

8 days in Kazakhstan
AstanaKostanayItinerary navigation
Day 1: Astana, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
- Water Green Boulevard
Hotel

Days 2–3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Kok Tobe Hill
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
Hotel

Day 4: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Independence Park
- Shymkent Plaza
Hotel

Day 5: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Turkestan City Park
- Ancient Settlement of Kultobe
Hotel

Day 6: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Kyzylorda Central Market
- Kyzylorda Central Park
Hotel

Day 7: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- City Museum of Baikonur
- Monument to Yuri Gagarin
Day 8: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Kostanaytrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
10h 9m
$263–372
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kostanay Regional Russian Drama Theater
Hotel

9 days in Kazakhstan
AktauSemeyItinerary navigation
Day 1: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Aktau Dolphinarium
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel

Days 2–3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Aktau to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Aktau to Almatybus
4h 16m
$121–283
Activities
- Big Almaty Lake
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
Hotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
3h 59m
$76–161
Activities
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
- Presidential Park
Hotel

Day 5: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Pavlodarbus
6h 24m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
- Batyr Mall
Hotel

Day 6: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
25h 23m
$26–49
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Kostanay State University named after A Baitursynov
Hotel

Day 7: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Halyk Arena Ice Palace
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 8: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- Metallurg Stadium
- Gorky Park
Hotel

Day 9: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Dostoyevsky Literary-Memorial Museum
- Semey Art Museum
Hotel

10 days in Kazakhstan
ShymkentTaldykorganItinerary navigation
Day 1: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Shymkent Zoo
- Regional Drama Theater
Hotel

Days 2–3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Shymkent to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Shymkent to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Almatybus
1h 54m
$63–174
Activities
- Almaty Zoo
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
Hotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
3h 59m
$76–161
Activities
- Palace of Peace and Reconciliation
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
Hotel

Day 5: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Pavlodarbus
6h 24m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Victory Park
- Pavlodar Botanical Garden
Hotel

Day 6: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
25h 23m
$26–49
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Art Gallery
- Kostanay Central Park
Hotel

Day 7: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Kyzylzhar Central Mosque
- Dostyk Park
Hotel

Day 8: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Botanical Garden
- Gorky Park
Hotel

Day 9: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Central Mosque
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel

Day 10: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Orthodox Church of St. John the Theologian
- Zhastar Park
Hotel

11 days in Kazakhstan
PavlodarUst-KamenogorskItinerary navigation
Day 1: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
- Pavlodar Bridge
Hotel

Day 2: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Astanabus
6h 25m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Palace of Peace and Reconciliation
- Water Green Boulevard
Hotel

Days 3–4: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
Hotel

Day 5: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Abay Park
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel

Day 6: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Arslanbab Mausoleum
- Oriental Bath Hammams
Hotel

Day 7: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
- Kyzylorda Drama Theater
Hotel

Day 8: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Space Shuttle Buran Monument
- Soyuz Rocket Monument
Day 9: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Kostanaytrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
10h 9m
$263–372
Activities
- Kostanay Railway Station
- Kostanay Regional Russian Drama Theater
Hotel

Day 10: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Drama Theater
- North Kazakhstan Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel

Day 11: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- Victory Park
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Ice Palace
Hotel

12 days in Kazakhstan
KostanayOralItinerary navigation
Day 1: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theater named after I Omarov
- Kostanay Central Park
Hotel

Day 2: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Monument to Abai Kunanbayev
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 3: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
15h 25m
$109–208
Activities
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
Hotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Astanabus
6h 25m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Presidential Park
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
Hotel

Days 5–6: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel

Day 7: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Dendropark
- Regional Drama Theater
Hotel

Day 8: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Local Bazaar
- Rabiga Sultan Begim Mausoleum
Hotel

Day 9: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Korkyt Ata Memorial Complex
- Kyzylorda Central Mosque
Hotel

Day 10: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Launch Pad Tour
- Space Shuttle Buran Monument
Day 11: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Aktautrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
10h 29m
$281–452
Activities
- Aktau Dolphinarium
- Aktau Central Market
Hotel

Day 12: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 25m
$128–514
Activities
- Ural River Embankment
- Regional Philharmonic Hall
Hotel

13 days in Kazakhstan
KaragandaSemeyItinerary navigation
Day 1: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Ice Palace Karaganda Arena
- Walk along Bukhar Zhyrau Avenue
Hotel

Day 2: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Karaganda to Astanabus
3h
$7–10
Activities
- Bayterek Tower
- Astana Opera
Hotel

Days 3–4: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Republic Square
- Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral
Hotel

Day 5: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Central Park
- Shymkent Plaza
Hotel

Day 6: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Turkestan Museum
- Juma Mosque
Hotel

Day 7: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
Hotel

Day 8: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Launch Pad Tour
- Baikonur City Park
Day 9: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Kostanaytrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
10h 9m
$263–372
Activities
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 10: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Drama Theater
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
Hotel

Day 11: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
15h 25m
$109–208
Activities
- Batyr Mall
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
Hotel

Day 12: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Ice Palace
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
Hotel

Day 13: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Abay Kunanbayev Museum
- Central Mosque
Hotel

14 days in Kazakhstan
AktobeAtyrauItinerary navigation
Day 1: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Aktobe Planetarium
- Central Park
Hotel

Day 2: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
5h 5m
$238–440
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Art Gallery
- Kostanay State University named after A Baitursynov
Hotel

Day 3: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Drama Theater
- North Kazakhstan Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel

Day 4: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
15h 25m
$109–208
Activities
- Pavlodar Bridge
- Pavlodar Botanical Garden
Hotel

Day 5: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Astanabus
6h 25m
See more transport optionsActivities
- EXPO-2017 Museum Nur Alem
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
Hotel

Days 6–7: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Kok Tobe Hill
- Big Almaty Lake
Hotel

Day 8: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Koshkar Ata Mosque
- Ken Baba Park
Hotel

Day 9: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Oriental Bath Hammams
- Rabiga Sultan Begim Mausoleum
Hotel

Day 10: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Kyzylorda City Administration Building
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
Hotel

Day 11: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Monument to Yuri Gagarin
- Walk through City Center
Day 12: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Aktautrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
10h 29m
$281–452
Activities
- Aktau Lighthouse
- Mangystau Regional Drama Theater
Hotel

Day 13: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 25m
$128–514
Activities
- Ural River Embankment
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 14: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
- Take the bus from Oral to Atyraubus
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
9h 15m
$33–36
Activities
- Atyrau City Park
- Local Fish Market
Hotel

15 days in Kazakhstan
OralTaldykorganItinerary navigation
Day 1: Oral, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Central Market
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 2: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
- Take the bus from Oral to Atyraubus
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
9h 15m
$33–36
Activities
- Victory Park
- Atyrau Drama Theater
Hotel

Day 3: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Astanataxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Atyrau to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Atyrau to Astanabus
3h 10m
$145–376
Activities
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
- Central Concert Hall Kazakhstan
Hotel

Days 4–5: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
- First Presidents Park
Hotel

Day 6: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Central Park
- Koshkar Ata Mosque
Hotel

Day 7: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Khanaka Yasawi Complex
- Oriental Bath Hammams
Hotel

Day 8: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Museum
Hotel

Day 9: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Walk through City Center
- Baikonur City Park
Day 10: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Kostanaytrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
10h 9m
$263–372
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Art Gallery
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
Hotel

Day 11: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Monument to Abai Kunanbayev
Hotel

Day 12: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
15h 25m
$109–208
Activities
- Pavlodar Botanical Garden
- Batyr Mall
Hotel

Day 13: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Metallurg Stadium
- Cathedral of St Andrew
Hotel

Day 14: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- River Irtysh Embankment
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 15: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Central Mosque of Taldykorgan
- Taldykorgan Central Market
Hotel

16 days in Kazakhstan
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Days 1–2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Green Bazaar
- Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral
Hotel

Day 3: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
3h 59m
$76–161
Activities
- EXPO-2017 Museum Nur Alem
- Nur-Astana Mosque
Hotel

Day 4: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Pavlodarbus
6h 24m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Victory Park
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
Hotel

Day 5: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
25h 23m
$26–49
Activities
- Kostanay Ice Palace
- Kostanay State University named after A Baitursynov
Hotel

Day 6: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Ascension Cathedral
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure
Hotel

Day 7: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 8: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Resurrection Cathedral
Hotel

Day 9: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Central Mosque of Taldykorgan
- Zhastar Park
Hotel

Day 10: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Taraztrain
- Take the transfer from Taldykorgan to Taraztransfer
- Take the bus from Taldykorgan to Tarazbus
- Take the foot from Taldykorgan to Tarazwalk
- Fly from Taldykorgan to Tarazplane
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
8h 48m
$244–503
Activities
- Ancient Taraz Archaeological Park
- Taraz City Park
Hotel

Day 11: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Taraz to Shymkenttrain
3h 23m
$5–150
Activities
- Koshkar Ata Mosque
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 12: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Khanaka Yasawi Complex
- Kazakhstan-Turkish University
Hotel

Day 13: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Korkyt Ata Memorial Complex
- Kyzylorda Central Park
Hotel

Day 14: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Gagarins House Museum
- Syr Darya River Embankment
Day 15: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Aktautrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
10h 29m
$281–452
Activities
- Aktau Central Market
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel

Day 16: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 25m
$128–514
Activities
- Cathedral of Archangel Michael
- Pugachev Museum
Hotel

17 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Astana, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
Hotel

Days 2–3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
- Republic Square
Hotel

Day 4: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Independence Park
- Central Park
Hotel

Day 5: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Kazakhstan-Turkish University
- Local Bazaar
Hotel

Day 6: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Syr Darya River Embankment
- Kyzylorda Orthodox Church
Hotel

Day 7: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Baikonur City Park
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Museum
Day 8: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Kostanaytrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Kostanaytaxi
10h 9m
$263–372
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
Hotel

Day 9: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Dostyk Park
- Ascension Cathedral
Hotel

Day 10: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
15h 25m
$109–208
Activities
- Irtysh River Embankment
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
Hotel

Day 11: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Local Bazaar Visit
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
Hotel

Day 12: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Central Market
- Resurrection Cathedral
Hotel

Day 13: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Taldykorgan City Lake
- Taldykorgan Central Market
Hotel

Day 14: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Taraztrain
- Take the transfer from Taldykorgan to Taraztransfer
- Take the bus from Taldykorgan to Tarazbus
- Take the foot from Taldykorgan to Tarazwalk
- Fly from Taldykorgan to Tarazplane
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
8h 48m
$244–503
Activities
- Zhambyl Regional Art Museum
- Victory Park
Hotel

Day 15: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Taraz to Karagandatrain
11h 26m
$19–40
Activities
- Ice Palace Karaganda Arena
- Kazakh Drama Theater named after K Stanislavsky
Hotel

Day 16: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Aktautaxi
7h 31m
$226–430
Activities
- Victory Park
- Aktau Coastal Cliffs
Hotel

Day 17: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 25m
$128–514
Activities
- Ural River Embankment
- Victory Park
Hotel

18 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Central Square Aktau
- World War II Memorial
Hotel

Days 2–3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Aktau to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Aktau to Almatybus
4h 16m
$121–283
Activities
- First Presidents Park
- Big Almaty Lake
Hotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
3h 59m
$76–161
Activities
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
Hotel

Day 5: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Pavlodarbus
6h 24m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Batyr Mall
- Irtysh River Embankment
Hotel

Day 6: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
25h 23m
$26–49
Activities
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
- Kostanay Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel

Day 7: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Monument to Abai Kunanbayev
- Petropavl Railway Station
Hotel

Day 8: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- Victory Park
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel

Day 9: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Resurrection Cathedral
- Central Mosque
Hotel

Day 10: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Zhastar Park
- Taldykorgan Central Park
Hotel

Day 11: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Taraztrain
- Take the transfer from Taldykorgan to Taraztransfer
- Take the bus from Taldykorgan to Tarazbus
- Take the foot from Taldykorgan to Tarazwalk
- Fly from Taldykorgan to Tarazplane
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
8h 48m
$244–503
Activities
- Taraz City Park
- Central Mosque Kaliyev
Hotel

Day 12: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Taraz to Shymkenttrain
3h 23m
$5–150
Activities
- Central Park
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel

Day 13: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Turkestan City Park
- Juma Mosque
Hotel

Day 14: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Dostyk Restaurant
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Museum
Hotel

Day 15: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Gagarins House Museum
- Syr Darya River Embankment
Day 16: Zhezqazghan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Zhezqazghantrain
14h 50m
$17–35
Activities
- Satpayev University Campus
- Zhezqazghan Botanical Garden
Hotel

Days 17–18: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Zhezqazghan to Balqashtrain
- Take the train from Zhezqazghan to Balqashtrain
13h 33m
$23–36
Activities
- Central Park of Culture and Rest
- Balkhash Architectural Photography Tour
Hotel

19 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Arbat Pedestrian Street
- Historical and Local Lore Museum
Hotel

Days 2–3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Shymkent to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Shymkent to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Almatybus
1h 54m
$63–174
Activities
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
3h 59m
$76–161
Activities
- Central Concert Hall Kazakhstan
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
Hotel

Day 5: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Pavlodarbus
6h 24m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Regional Library named after S Toraighyrov
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
Hotel

Day 6: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
- Take the train from Pavlodar to Kostanaytrain
25h 23m
$26–49
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theater named after I Omarov
- Kostanay Ice Palace
Hotel

Day 7: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Dostyk Park
Hotel

Day 8: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Ust-Kamenogorsktrain
26h 19m
$121–217
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Central Mosque
Hotel

Day 9: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Dostoyevsky Literary-Memorial Museum
- Semey Bridge
Hotel

Day 10: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Zhastar Park
- Monument to Ilyas Zhansugurov
Hotel

Day 11: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Taraztrain
- Take the transfer from Taldykorgan to Taraztransfer
- Take the bus from Taldykorgan to Tarazbus
- Take the foot from Taldykorgan to Tarazwalk
- Fly from Taldykorgan to Tarazplane
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
8h 48m
$244–503
Activities
- Victory Park
- Karahan Mausoleum
Hotel

Day 12: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Taraz to Turkestanbus
- Take the bus from Taraz to Turkestanbus
5h 37m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Well of Yasawi Yasawi Complex
- Turkestan City Park
Hotel

Day 13: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Syr Darya River Embankment
- Kyzylorda Central Park
Hotel

Day 14: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Walk through City Center
- Gagarins House Museum
Day 15: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Aktautrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
10h 29m
$281–452
Activities
- Central Mosque Aktau
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel

Day 16: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 25m
$128–514
Activities
- AS Pushkin Museum
- Central Market
Hotel

Day 17: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
- Take the bus from Oral to Atyraubus
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
9h 15m
$33–36
Activities
- Atyrau Mall
- Atyrau City Park
Hotel

Day 18: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
- Take the bus from Atyrau to Aktobebus
8h 6m
$26–27
Activities
- Mega Aktobe
- Aktobe Central Stadium
Hotel

Day 19: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Karagandataxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Karagandaplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Karagandataxi
6h
$200–353
Activities
- Ecomuseum
- Ice Palace Karaganda Arena
Hotel

21 days in Kazakhstan
KostanayBalqashItinerary navigation
Day 1: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Central Mosque of Kostanay
- Kostanay Ice Palace
Hotel

Day 2: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Take the bus from Kostanay to Petropavlbus
- Take the transfer from Kostanay to Petropavltransfer
- Take the train from Kostanay to Petropavltrain
10h 51m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Halyk Arena Ice Palace
Hotel

Day 3: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
15h 25m
$109–208
Activities
- Victory Park
- Batyr Mall
Hotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Astanabus
6h 25m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Presidential Park
- EXPO-2017 Museum Nur Alem
Hotel

Days 5–6: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 2m
$75–161
Activities
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
Hotel

Day 7: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the foot from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 47m
$67–165
Activities
- Shymkent Zoo
- Koshkar Ata Mosque
Hotel

Day 8: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Arslanbab Mausoleum
- Ancient Settlement of Kultobe
Hotel

Day 9: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–24
Activities
- Kyzylorda Central Market
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
Hotel

Day 10: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 22m
$15–22
Activities
- Monument to Yuri Gagarin
- Gagarins House Museum
Day 11: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Aktautrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Aktautaxi
10h 29m
$281–452
Activities
- Aktau Restaurant Street
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel

Day 12: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 25m
$128–514
Activities
- Uralsk Regional Museum
- AS Pushkin Museum
Hotel

Day 13: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
- Take the bus from Oral to Atyraubus
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
9h 15m
$33–36
Activities
- Atyrau Regional Museum
- Atyrau City Park
Hotel

Day 14: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
- Take the bus from Atyrau to Aktobebus
8h 6m
$26–27
Activities
- Aktobe Childrens Railway
- Aktobe Planetarium
Hotel

Day 15: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Karagandataxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Karagandaplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Karagandataxi
6h
$200–353
Activities
- Victory Park
- Mining Glory Monument
Hotel

Day 16: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
7h 18m
$188–370
Activities
- Local Bazaar Visit
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
Hotel

Day 17: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
Hotel

Day 18: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$30–242
Activities
- Zhastar Park
- Monument to Ilyas Zhansugurov
Hotel

Day 19: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Taraztrain
- Take the transfer from Taldykorgan to Taraztransfer
- Take the bus from Taldykorgan to Tarazbus
- Take the foot from Taldykorgan to Tarazwalk
- Fly from Taldykorgan to Tarazplane
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Taraztaxi
8h 48m
$244–503
Activities
- Zhambyl Regional Art Museum
- Tekturmas Historical Complex
Hotel

Days 20–21: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Taraz to Balqashtrain
- Take the transfer from Taraz to Balqashtransfer
- Take the bus from Taraz to Balqashbus
9h 53m
$17–31
Activities
- Central Park of Culture and Rest
- Water Sports at Lake Balkhash
Hotel

