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
Almaty PavlodarItinerary navigation
Day 1: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Activities
- First Presidents Park
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Astana Opera
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure
- Ecomuseum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- Cathedral of St Andrew
- Local Bazaar Visit
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Semey Bridge
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Statue of Abay Kunanbayev
- Taldykorgan Drama Theater
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Batyr Mall
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

8 days in Kazakhstan
Astana Ust-KamenogorskItinerary navigation
Day 1: Astana, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 7m
$75–131
Activities
- Big Almaty Lake
- Almaty Zoo
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 57m
$61–121
Activities
- Independence Park
- Central Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
- Turkestan City Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
- Kyzylorda Orthodox Church
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- Space Shuttle Buran Monument
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Launch Pad Tour
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
Day 7: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Karagandatrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Karagandataxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Karagandaplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Karagandataxi
12h 48m
$279–520
Activities
- Karaganda Circus
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

9 days in Kazakhstan
Shymkent PavlodarItinerary navigation
Day 1: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Shymkent Plaza
- Arbat Pedestrian Street
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Khanaka Yasawi Complex
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Turkestan to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Turkestan to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Turkestan to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Turkestan to Almatybus
2h 33m
$76–307
Activities
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Ailand Duman Entertainment Center
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Ice Palace Karaganda Arena
- Shopping at City Mall
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Cathedral of St Andrew
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
- Semey Bridge
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Zhastar Park
- Statue of Abay Kunanbayev
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Aksaray Palace
- Pavlodar Bridge
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

10 days in Kazakhstan
Pavlodar ShymkentItinerary navigation
Day 1: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Gorky Park
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Cathedral of St Andrew
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Central Mosque
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Taldykorgan Central Market
- Almaty Region Akimat Building
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Almatytaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Almatytrain
7h 47m
$111–191
Activities
- Green Bazaar
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Astana Opera
- EXPO-2017 Museum Nur Alem
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Karaganda Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
- Mining Glory Monument
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
6h 30m
$244–338
Activities
- Dina Nurpeisova Museum
- Try Local Cuisine
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 33m
$65–208
Activities
- Central Square Aktau
- Aktau Mall
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
2h 50m
$134–308
Activities
- Victory Park
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

11 days in Kazakhstan
Aktau OralItinerary navigation
Day 1: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Aktau Port Viewpoint
- Central Mosque Aktau
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Aktau to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Aktau to Almatybus
3h 53m
$141–303
Activities
- Republic Square
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
- Bayterek Tower
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Victory Park
- Karaganda Academic Drama Theater S Seifullin
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- Cathedral of St Andrew
- Local Bazaar Visit
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Dostoyevsky Literary-Memorial Museum
- Resurrection Cathedral
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Taldykorgan City Lake
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Pavlodar Drama Theater named after Z Aimagambetov
- Irtysh River Embankment
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kostanay Central Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Drama Theater
- North Kazakhstan Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Oral, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Oraltrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Take the subway from Petropavl to Oralsubway
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Fly from Petropavl to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Petropavl to Oraltaxi
12h 51m
$244–653
Activities
- Kazakh Drama Theater
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

12 days in Kazakhstan
Oral KokshetauItinerary navigation
Day 1: Oral, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Gorky Park
- AS Pushkin Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
2h 13m
$158–633
Activities
- Central Square Aktau
- Central Mosque Aktau
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Aktau to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Aktau to Almatybus
3h 53m
$141–303
Activities
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
- Shymbulak Ski Resort
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
- Hazret Sultan Mosque
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Karaganda Academic Drama Theater S Seifullin
- Palace of Culture of Miners
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Botanical Garden
- Central Mosque
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Resurrection Cathedral
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Central Mosque of Taldykorgan
- Childrens Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Pavlodar Drama Theater named after Z Aimagambetov
- Gorky Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Kostanay State University named after A Baitursynov
- Kostanay Central Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Kyzylzhar Central Mosque
- Petropavl Drama Theater
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Kokshetau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Kokshetautrain
3h 14m
$7–150
Activities
- Skiing at Burabay Ski Resort
- Hiking Okzhetpes Mountain
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

13 days in Kazakhstan
Aktobe ShymkentItinerary navigation
Day 1: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Central Park
- Orthodox Cathedral of St Michael the Archangel
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
4h 40m
$168–381
Activities
- Kostanay Childrens Art School
- Kostanay Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Victory Park
- Kyzylzhar Central Mosque
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Pavlodartransfer
- Take the bus from Petropavl to Pavlodarbus
- Take the bus from Petropavl to Pavlodarbus
- Take the bus from Petropavl to Pavlodarbus
14h 4m
$109–197
Activities
- Pavlodar Botanical Garden
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
- Zhastar Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Victory Park
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Statue of Abay Kunanbayev
- Central Mosque of Taldykorgan
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Almatytaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Almatytrain
7h 47m
$111–191
Activities
- Green Bazaar
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Bayterek Tower
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Shopping at City Mall
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
6h 30m
$244–338
Activities
- Assumption Cathedral
- Dina Nurpeisova Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 33m
$65–208
Activities
- Aktau Coastal Cliffs
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
2h 50m
$134–308
Activities
- Shymkent Plaza
- Arbat Pedestrian Street
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

14 days in Kazakhstan
Kostanay KyzylordaItinerary navigation
Day 1: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theater named after I Omarov
- Kostanay Railway Station
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Halyk Arena Ice Palace
- Esil River Embankment
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Pavlodartrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Pavlodartransfer
- Take the bus from Petropavl to Pavlodarbus
- Take the bus from Petropavl to Pavlodarbus
- Take the bus from Petropavl to Pavlodarbus
14h 4m
$109–197
Activities
- Mashkhur Zhusup Mosque
- Pavlodar Bridge
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
- Nevada-Semipalatinsk Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Childrens Park
- Statue of Abay Kunanbayev
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Almatytaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Almatytrain
7h 47m
$111–191
Activities
- Almaty Zoo
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Bayterek Tower
- Hazret Sultan Mosque
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Ecomuseum
- Karaganda Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
6h 30m
$244–338
Activities
- Atyrau Regional Museum
- Atyrau City Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 33m
$65–208
Activities
- Mangystau Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Aktau Port Viewpoint
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
2h 50m
$134–308
Activities
- Regional Drama Theater
- Historical and Local Lore Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Juma Mosque
- Underground Mosque Hilvet
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 14: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–23
Activities
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Museum
- Kyzylorda Central Mosque
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

15 days in Kazakhstan
Almaty BaikonurItinerary navigation
Day 1: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Shymbulak Ski Resort
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Central Concert Hall Kazakhstan
- Palace of Peace and Reconciliation
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Cathedral of Our Lady of Fatima
- Mining Glory Monument
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- Cathedral of St Andrew
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Ice Palace
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Dostoyevsky Literary-Memorial Museum
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Victory Park
- Statue of Abay Kunanbayev
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Pavlodar Bridge
- Regional Library named after S Toraighyrov
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Art Gallery
- Kostanay Central Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Petropavl Zoo
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Oral, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Oraltrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Take the subway from Petropavl to Oralsubway
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Fly from Petropavl to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Petropavl to Oraltaxi
12h 51m
$244–653
Activities
- Kazakh Drama Theater
- AS Pushkin Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
2h 13m
$158–633
Activities
- Aktau Coastal Cliffs
- Mangystau Regional Drama Theater
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
2h 50m
$134–308
Activities
- Regional Drama Theater
- Independence Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
- Rabiga Sultan Begim Mausoleum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 14: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
- Explore Old Town Architecture
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 15: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- Monument to Yuri Gagarin
- City Museum of Baikonur
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
16 days in Kazakhstan
Astana AtyrauItinerary navigation
Day 1: Astana, Kazakhstan
Activities
- National Museum of Kazakhstan
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
- Take the transfer from Astana to Almatytransfer
- Fly from Astana to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Astana to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Astana to Almatybus
4h 7m
$75–131
Activities
- Big Almaty Lake
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Shymkentbus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Shymkentwalk
- Fly from Almaty to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Almaty to Shymkenttaxi
2h 57m
$61–121
Activities
- Shymkent Zoo
- Ken Baba Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
- Local Bazaar
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Regional Museum
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- Lenin Monument
- Statue of Sergei Korolev
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
Day 7: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Karagandatrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Karagandataxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Karagandaplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Karagandataxi
12h 48m
$279–520
Activities
- Karaganda Circus
- Mining Glory Monument
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Gorky Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Abay Kunanbayev Museum
- Resurrection Cathedral
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Taldykorgan Central Park
- Taldykorgan Sports Complex
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Victory Park
- Pavlodar Drama Theater named after Z Aimagambetov
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kostanay Central Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Petropavl Drama Theater
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 14: Oral, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Oraltrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Take the subway from Petropavl to Oralsubway
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Fly from Petropavl to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Petropavl to Oraltaxi
12h 51m
$244–653
Activities
- Ural River Embankment
- Gorky Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 15: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
2h 13m
$158–633
Activities
- Mangystau Regional Drama Theater
- Aktau Port Viewpoint
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 16: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Atyrautaxi
1h 32m
$64–208
Activities
- Central Market Zhilgorodok Market
- Boat trip on Ural River
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

17 days in Kazakhstan
Shymkent TarazItinerary navigation
Day 1: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Arbat Pedestrian Street
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Well of Yasawi Yasawi Complex
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Turkestan to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Turkestan to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Turkestan to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Turkestan to Almatybus
2h 33m
$76–307
Activities
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
- Republic Square
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
- Ailand Duman Entertainment Center
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Karaganda Circus
- Ice Palace Karaganda Arena
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Semey Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Semey Bridge
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Taldykorgan City Lake
- Childrens Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
- Irtysh River Embankment
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kostanay Central Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Esil River Embankment
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Oral, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Oraltrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Take the subway from Petropavl to Oralsubway
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Fly from Petropavl to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Petropavl to Oraltaxi
12h 51m
$244–653
Activities
- AS Pushkin Museum
- Cathedral of Archangel Michael
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
2h 13m
$158–633
Activities
- Aktau Mall
- Mangystau Regional Drama Theater
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 14: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Atyrautaxi
1h 32m
$64–208
Activities
- Try Local Cuisine
- Assumption Cathedral
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 15: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Kyzylordataxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Kyzylordaplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Kyzylordataxi
5h 23m
$239–392
Activities
- Kyzylorda Central Market
- Kyzylorda Regional Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 16: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- Syr Darya River Embankment
- International Space School
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
Day 17: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Taraztrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Taraztaxi
- Take the bus from Baikonur to Tarazbus
17h 15m
$27–221
Activities
- Shakhristan Bazaar
- Babaji-Khatun Mausoleum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

18 days in Kazakhstan
Pavlodar KokshetauItinerary navigation
Day 1: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
- Batyr Mall
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Ust-Kamenogorskbus
7h 36m
See more transport optionsActivities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Gorky Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Central Mosque
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Childrens Park
- Orthodox Church of St. John the Theologian
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Almatytaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Almatytrain
7h 47m
$111–191
Activities
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
- Green Bazaar
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Ailand Duman Entertainment Center
- Bayterek Tower
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Mining Glory Monument
- Stella of Independence
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Atyrautaxi
6h 30m
$244–338
Activities
- Waterfront Walk along Ural River
- Atyrau Regional Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 33m
$65–208
Activities
- Aktau City Beach and Promenade
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Shymkentplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Shymkenttaxi
2h 50m
$134–308
Activities
- Abay Park
- Ken Baba Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Arslanbab Mausoleum
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Central Mosque
- Kyzylorda Central Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- City Museum of Baikonur
- Walk through City Center
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
Day 14: Oral, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Oraltrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Oraltaxi
10h 43m
$535–1,347
Activities
- AS Pushkin Museum
- Local Cuisine Experience
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 15: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Oral to Aktobetrain
7h 12m
$13–180
Activities
- Aktobe Drama Theater
- Mega Aktobe
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 16: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
4h 40m
$168–381
Activities
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 17: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Halyk Arena Ice Palace
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 18: Kokshetau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Kokshetautrain
3h 14m
$7–150
Activities
- Skiing at Burabay Ski Resort
- Museum of Nature Burabay
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

19 days in Kazakhstan
Aktau ZhezqazghanItinerary navigation
Day 1: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Central Square Aktau
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Aktau to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Aktau to Almatybus
3h 53m
$141–303
Activities
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
- Big Almaty Lake
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Karaganda Circus
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- Central Mosque
- Local Bazaar Visit
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Resurrection Cathedral
- Nevada-Semipalatinsk Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Monument to Ilyas Zhansugurov
- Taldykorgan History Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Regional Library named after S Toraighyrov
- Pavlodar Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Kostanay Embankment Tobol River Embankment
- Kostanay State University named after A Baitursynov
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Victory Park
- Monument to the Founders of Petropavl
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Oral, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Oraltrain
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Take the subway from Petropavl to Oralsubway
- Take the transfer from Petropavl to Oraltransfer
- Fly from Petropavl to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Petropavl to Oraltaxi
12h 51m
$244–653
Activities
- Local Cuisine Experience
- Central Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
4h 15m
$310–505
Activities
- Central Market Zhilgorodok Market
- Atyrau Drama Theater
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Kyzylordataxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Kyzylordaplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Kyzylordataxi
5h 23m
$239–392
Activities
- Kyzylorda Drama Theater
- Kyzylorda City Administration Building
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 14: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- Baikonur City Park
- Soyuz Rocket Monument
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
Day 15: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Shymkenttrain
14h
$18–220
Activities
- Independence Park
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 16: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Juma Mosque
- Khanaka Yasawi Complex
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 17: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Taraztrain
- Take the taxi from Turkestan to Taraztaxi
- Take the bus from Turkestan to Tarazbus
6h 52m
$17–153
Activities
- Babaji-Khatun Mausoleum
- Karahan Mausoleum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 18: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Taraz to Balqashtrain
- Take the transfer from Taraz to Balqashtransfer
- Take the bus from Taraz to Balqashbus
12h
$20–45
Activities
- Lake Balkhash Boat Tour
- Lake Balkhash Embankment Walk
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 19: Zhezqazghan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Balqash to Zhezqazghantrain
- Take the train from Balqash to Zhezqazghantrain
13h 47m
$35–64
Activities
- Zhezqazghan Botanical Garden
- Zhezqazghan Reservoir
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

20 days in Kazakhstan
Oral AktobeItinerary navigation
Day 1: Oral, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Cathedral of Archangel Michael
- Oral Art Gallery
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 2: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
2h 13m
$158–633
Activities
- Aktau City Beach and Promenade
- Victory Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 3: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Almatyplane
- Take the walk from Aktau to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Aktau to Almatybus
3h 53m
$141–303
Activities
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
- Big Almaty Lake
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 4: Astana, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
- Take the walk from Almaty to Astanawalk
- Fly from Almaty to Astanaplane
- Take the transfer from Almaty to Astanatransfer
- Take the bus from Almaty to Astanabus
4h 4m
$79–130
Activities
- Ailand Duman Entertainment Center
- Nur-Astana Mosque
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 5: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$10
Activities
- Palace of Culture of Miners
- Karaganda Circus
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 6: Ust-Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
- Fly from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorskplane
- Take the taxi from Karaganda to Ust-Kamenogorsktaxi
6h 38m
$217–431
Activities
- Local Bazaar Visit
- Cathedral of St Andrew
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 7: Semey, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Semeybus
2h 45m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Semey Art Museum
- Abay Kunanbayev Museum
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 8: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$50–246
Activities
- Statue of Abay Kunanbayev
- Orthodox Church of St. John the Theologian
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 9: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartaxi
- Take the train from Taldykorgan to Pavlodartrain
21h 47m
$56–86
Activities
- Mashkhur Zhusup Mosque
- Pavlodar Bridge
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 10: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Pavlodar to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Pavlodar to Kostanaytaxi
6h 2m
$200–403
Activities
- Central Mosque of Kostanay
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 11: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- 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 52m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Petropavl Railway Station
- Esil River Embankment
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 12: Kokshetau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Kokshetautrain
3h 14m
$7–150
Activities
- Central Park of Culture and Rest
- Shopping at Rixos Borovoe
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 13: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kokshetau to Balqashtrain
- Take the transfer from Kokshetau to Balqashtransfer
- Take the bus from Kokshetau to Balqashbus
16h 4m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Balkhash City Beach
- Fishing on Lake Balkhash
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 14: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
16h 22m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Ken Baba Park
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 15: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Khanaka Yasawi Complex
- Turkestan City Park
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 16: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$16–23
Activities
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 17: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 20m
$15–22
Activities
- Baikonur Local Market
- Syr Darya River Embankment
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
Day 18: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Taraztrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Taraztaxi
- Take the bus from Baikonur to Tarazbus
17h 15m
$27–221
Activities
- Victory Park
- Tekturmas Historical Complex
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 19: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Taraz to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Taraz to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Taraz to Atyrautaxi
2h 54m
$225–608
Activities
- Imangali Mosque
- Central Market Zhilgorodok Market
Hotel
RecommendedHotel

Day 20: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Distance
PopularTransport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktobeplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
1h 20m
$129–352
Activities
- Aktobe Botanical Garden
- Aktobe Planetarium
Hotel
RecommendedHotel
