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
AlmatyBalqashItinerary navigation
Days 1–2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Green Bazaar
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Nur-Astana Mosque
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
Hotel
Day 4: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure
- Karaganda Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel
Day 5: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Local Bazaar Visit
Hotel
Day 6: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
Hotel
Day 7: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Balkhash Architectural Photography Tour
- Balkhash Local Bazaar
Hotel
8 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Astana, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Ethno-memorial complex Atameken
- Hazret Sultan Mosque
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 12m
$65–131
Activities
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
- Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral
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 57m
$61–116
Activities
- Regional Drama Theater
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel
Day 5: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
- Turkestan City Park
Hotel
Day 6: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda City Administration Building
- Korkyt Ata Memorial Complex
Hotel
Day 7: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Dina Nurpeisova Museum
- Local Fish Market
Hotel
Day 8: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 36m
$64–177
Activities
- Aktau Lighthouse
- Aktau City Beach and Promenade
Hotel
9 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Aktau Central Market
- Aktau City Beach and Promenade
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 1m
$131–253
Activities
- Republic Square
- First Presidents Park
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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Water Green Boulevard
- Astana Opera
Hotel
Day 5: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Victory Park
- Ecomuseum
Hotel
Day 6: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- Cathedral of St Andrew
- Zhastar Park
Hotel
Day 7: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
Hotel
Day 8: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Fishing on Lake Balkhash
- Balkhash Copper Smelter Viewpoint
Hotel
Day 9: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
14h 23m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Shymkent Plaza
- Shymkent Zoo
Hotel
10 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Independence Park
- Regional Drama Theater
Hotel
Day 2: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Ancient Settlement of Kultobe
- Local Bazaar
Hotel
Days 3–4: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Turkestan to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Turkestan to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Turkestan to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Turkestan to Almatybus
2h 33m
$60–306
Activities
- Kok Tobe Hill
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
Hotel
Day 5: 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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Presidential Park
- EXPO-2017 Museum Nur Alem
Hotel
Day 6: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Mining Glory Monument
- Karaganda Zoo
Hotel
Day 7: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- Gorky Park
- Metallurg Stadium
Hotel
Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
- Batyr Mall
Hotel
Day 9: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Sunset Viewing at Lake Balkhash
- Balkhash Architectural Photography Tour
Hotel
Day 10: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Tarazbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Taraztransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Taraztrain
10h 32m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Taraz City Park
- Ancient Taraz Archaeological Park
Hotel
11 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Pavlodar Bridge
- Aksaray Palace
Hotel
Day 2: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Astanabus
6h 25m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
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 12m
$65–131
Activities
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
- Big Almaty Lake
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 57m
$61–116
Activities
- Central Park
- Historical and Local Lore Museum
Hotel
Day 6: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
- Khanaka Yasawi Complex
Hotel
Day 7: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Central Market
- Explore Old Town Architecture
Hotel
Day 8: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Assumption Cathedral
- Ural River Bridge Europe-Asia Bridge
Hotel
Day 9: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 36m
$64–177
Activities
- Aktau Botanical Garden
- Aktau Lighthouse
Hotel
Day 10: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 20m
$122–583
Activities
- Victory Park
- Pugachev Museum
Hotel
Day 11: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Oral to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
6h 25m
$230–574
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theater named after I Omarov
- Kostanay Ice Palace
Hotel
12 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kostanay Regional Library named after L N Tolstoy
Hotel
Day 2: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Kostanay to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Aktautaxi
6h 41m
$243–427
Activities
- Aktau Coastal Cliffs
- Aktau Central Market
Hotel
Days 3–4: 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 1m
$131–253
Activities
- Kok Tobe Hill
- Green Bazaar
Hotel
Day 5: 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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Astana Opera
- Ak Orda Presidential Palace
Hotel
Day 6: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Karaganda Zoo
- Karaganda Circus
Hotel
Day 7: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- Gorky Park
- Irtysh River Embankment Walk
Hotel
Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
- Aksaray Palace
Hotel
Day 9: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Lake Balkhash Embankment Walk
- Water Sports at Lake Balkhash
Hotel
Day 10: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
14h 23m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Independence Park
- Dendropark
Hotel
Day 11: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Oriental Bath Hammams
- Underground Mosque Hilvet
Hotel
Day 12: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Drama Theater
- Kyzylorda City Administration Building
Hotel
13 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Karaganda Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
- Karaganda Circus
Hotel
Day 2: Astana, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Karaganda to Astanabus
3h
$7–10
Activities
- Astana Opera
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
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 12m
$65–131
Activities
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
- Big Almaty Lake
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 57m
$61–116
Activities
- Regional Drama Theater
- Dendropark
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
- Juma Mosque
Hotel
Day 7: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
- Kyzylorda City Administration Building
Hotel
Day 8: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Atyrau Drama Theater
- Dina Nurpeisova Museum
Hotel
Day 9: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 36m
$64–177
Activities
- Aktau City Beach and Promenade
- Mangystau Regional Drama Theater
Hotel
Day 10: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 20m
$122–583
Activities
- Cathedral of Archangel Michael
- St Nicholas Cathedral
Hotel
Day 11: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Oral to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
6h 25m
$230–574
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Museum of Local Lore
- Kostanay Ice Palace
Hotel
Day 12: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Fly from Kostanay to Petropavlplane
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
6h 4m
$307–710
Activities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Monument to the Founders of Petropavl
Hotel
Day 13: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Balqashtrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Balqashtrain
21h 25m
$29–264
Activities
- Lake Balkhash Boat Tour
- Central Mosque of Balkhash
Hotel
14 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Aktobe Childrens Railway
- Memorial Complex of Glorious Deeds
Hotel
Day 2: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Aktautaxi
2h 10m
$85–339
Activities
- Aktau Coastal Cliffs
- Mangystau Regional Drama Theater
Hotel
Days 3–4: 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 1m
$131–253
Activities
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
- Central State Museum of Kazakhstan
Hotel
Day 5: 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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Nur-Astana Mosque
- Bayterek Tower
Hotel
Day 6: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Art Museum of Karaganda
- Mining Glory Monument
Hotel
Day 7: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Ice Palace
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
Hotel
Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Pavlodar State University named after S Toraighyrov
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 9: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Lake Balkhash Boat Tour
- Local Cuisine Experience
Hotel
Day 10: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
14h 23m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Shymkent Zoo
- Abay Park
Hotel
Day 11: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Gauhar Ana
- Arslanbab Mausoleum
Hotel
Day 12: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
- Kyzylorda Central Market
Hotel
Day 13: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Local Fish Market
- Atyrau City Park
Hotel
Day 14: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Oraltaxi
- Take the bus from Atyrau to Oralbus
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Oraltaxi
7h 14m
$32–35
Activities
- Cathedral of Archangel Michael
- Local Cuisine Experience
Hotel
15 days in Kazakhstan
OralKostanayItinerary navigation
Day 1: Oral, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Victory Park
- Kazakh Drama Theater
Hotel
Day 2: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Aktautaxi
2h 16m
$122–583
Activities
- Aktau Central Market
- Aktau Mall
Hotel
Days 3–4: 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 1m
$131–253
Activities
- Green Bazaar
- Kok Tobe Hill
Hotel
Day 5: 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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Hazret Sultan Mosque
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
Hotel
Day 6: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Karaganda Zoo
- Ice Palace Karaganda Arena
Hotel
Day 7: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- Gorky Park
- Zhastar Park
Hotel
Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Victory Park
- Gorky Park
Hotel
Day 9: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Central Park of Culture and Rest
- Water Sports at Lake Balkhash
Hotel
Day 10: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
14h 23m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Dendropark
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 11: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- 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
Day 12: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Museum
Hotel
Day 13: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Retro Park
- Try Local Cuisine
Hotel
Day 14: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktobeplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
7h 20m
$189–391
Activities
- Retro Park
- Aktobe Botanical Garden
Hotel
Day 15: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
4h 40m
$178–370
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Russian Drama Theater
- Kostanay City Akimat Building
Hotel
16 days in Kazakhstan
AlmatyKokshetauItinerary navigation
Days 1–2: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
- Republic Square
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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Central Concert Hall Kazakhstan
- Palace of Peace and Reconciliation
Hotel
Day 4: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Karaganda Circus
- Karaganda Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel
Day 5: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- Ust-Kamenogorsk Ice Palace
- East Kazakhstan Regional Museum of Local Lore
Hotel
Day 6: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Aksaray Palace
- Pavlodar Bridge
Hotel
Day 7: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Local Cuisine Experience
- Balkhash City Museum
Hotel
Day 8: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
14h 23m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Historical and Local Lore Museum
- Shymkent Plaza
Hotel
Day 9: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
- Arslanbab Mausoleum
Hotel
Day 10: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Regional Museum
- Kyzylorda Railway Station
Hotel
Day 11: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Atyrau Drama Theater
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 12: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 36m
$64–177
Activities
- Aktau Restaurant Street
- Aktau Mall
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 20m
$122–583
Activities
- AS Pushkin Museum
- Ural River Embankment
Hotel
Day 14: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Oral to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
6h 25m
$230–574
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Russian Drama Theater
- Kostanay Childrens Art School
Hotel
Day 15: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Fly from Kostanay to Petropavlplane
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
6h 4m
$307–710
Activities
- Petropavl Botanical Garden
- Esil River Embankment
Hotel
Day 16: Kokshetau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Kokshetautrain
3h
$75–150
Activities
- Skiing at Burabay Ski Resort
- Kokshetau Central Mosque
Hotel
17 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Astana, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Astana Opera
- Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center
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 12m
$65–131
Activities
- Museum of Folk Musical Instruments
- Medeu High Mountain Skating Rink
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 57m
$61–116
Activities
- Dendropark
- Regional Drama Theater
Hotel
Day 5: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Underground Mosque Hilvet
- Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi
Hotel
Day 6: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Kyzylorda Regional Museum
- Kyzylorda Central Mosque
Hotel
Day 7: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Waterfront Walk along Ural River
- Atyrau City Park
Hotel
Day 8: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktautaxi
1h 36m
$64–177
Activities
- Aktau Restaurant Street
- World War II Memorial
Hotel
Day 9: Oral, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
- Fly from Aktau to Oralplane
- Take the taxi from Aktau to Oraltaxi
2h 20m
$122–583
Activities
- Old Uralsk Historic District
- Regional Philharmonic Hall
Hotel
Day 10: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Oral to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Kostanaytaxi
6h 25m
$230–574
Activities
- Kostanay Central Market
- Kostanay Central Park
Hotel
Day 11: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Fly from Kostanay to Petropavlplane
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
6h 4m
$307–710
Activities
- Monument to the Founders of Petropavl
- Petropavl Railway Station
Hotel
Day 12: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Balqashtrain
- Take the train from Petropavl to Balqashtrain
21h 25m
$29–264
Activities
- Central Mosque of Balkhash
- Balkhash City Museum
Hotel
Day 13: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Karagandabus
6h 42m
$10–15
Activities
- Central Park of Culture and Leisure
- Karaganda Circus
Hotel
Day 14: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Central Mosque
Hotel
Day 15: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Aksaray Palace
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 16: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Semeybus
4h 50m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Abay Kunanbayev Museum
- Nevada-Semipalatinsk Museum
Hotel
Day 17: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$29–239
Activities
- Taldykorgan Drama Theater
- Monument to Ilyas Zhansugurov
Hotel
18 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Victory Park
- Central Square Aktau
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 1m
$131–253
Activities
- Green Bazaar
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- Hazret Sultan Mosque
- Assumption Russian Orthodox Cathedral
Hotel
Day 5: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Mining Glory Monument
- Art Museum of Karaganda
Hotel
Day 6: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 7: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
- Pavlodar Regional Art Museum
Hotel
Day 8: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Balkhash Copper Smelter Viewpoint
- Local Cuisine Experience
Hotel
Day 9: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Shymkentbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Shymkenttransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Shymkenttrain
14h 23m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Regional Drama Theater
- Koshkar Ata Mosque
Hotel
Day 10: Turkestan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Shymkent to Turkestantaxi
- Take the bus from Shymkent to Turkestanbus
2h 7m
$7
Activities
- Well of Yasawi Yasawi Complex
- Ancient Settlement of Kultobe
Hotel
Day 11: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Turkestan to Kyzylordatrain
4h 55m
$15–23
Activities
- Dostyk Restaurant
- Kyzylorda Regional Museum
Hotel
Day 12: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Kyzylorda to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Kyzylorda to Atyrautaxi
8h 27m
$208–441
Activities
- Atyrau Drama Theater
- Ural River Bridge Europe-Asia Bridge
Hotel
Day 13: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktobeplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
7h 20m
$189–391
Activities
- Aktobe Childrens Railway
- Retro Park
Hotel
Day 14: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kostanaytaxi
4h 40m
$178–370
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Russian Drama Theater
- Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theater named after I Omarov
Hotel
Day 15: Petropavl, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
- Fly from Kostanay to Petropavlplane
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Petropavltaxi
6h 4m
$307–710
Activities
- Petropavl Zoo
- Dostyk Park
Hotel
Day 16: Kokshetau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Petropavl to Kokshetautrain
3h
$75–150
Activities
- Kokshetau Central Mosque
- Skiing at Burabay Ski Resort
Hotel
Day 17: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kokshetau to Semeytrain
- Take the transfer from Kokshetau to Semeytransfer
- Take the bus from Kokshetau to Semeybus
- Take the transfer from Kokshetau to Semeytransfer
- Fly from Kokshetau to Semeyplane
- Take the taxi from Kokshetau to Semeytaxi
8h 36m
$71–159
Activities
- Kazakh State Musical Drama Theatre named after Abay
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 18: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$29–239
Activities
- Taldykorgan City Lake
- Taldykorgan Sports Complex
Hotel
19 days in Kazakhstan
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Day 1: Shymkent, Kazakhstan
Activities
- Arbat Pedestrian Street
- Koshkar Ata Mosque
Hotel
Day 2: 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
Days 3–4: Almaty, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Turkestan to Almatytaxi
- Fly from Turkestan to Almatyplane
- Take the foot from Turkestan to Almatywalk
- Take the bus from Turkestan to Almatybus
2h 33m
$60–306
Activities
- Arasan Wellness and Spa
- Panfilov Park and Zenkov Cathedral
Hotel
Day 5: 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
4h 4m
$69–128
Activities
- National Museum of Kazakhstan
- Nur-Astana Mosque
Hotel
Day 6: Karaganda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Astana to Karagandabus
3h
$9
Activities
- Karaganda Academic Drama Theater S Seifullin
- Karaganda Regional Museum of History and Local Lore
Hotel
Day 7: 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
6h 3m
$188–360
Activities
- East Kazakhstan Art Museum
- Victory Park
Hotel
Day 8: Pavlodar, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Ust-Kamenogorsk to Pavlodarbus
7h 35m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Pavlodar Botanical Garden
- Cathedral of the Annunciation
Hotel
Day 9: Balqash, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
- Take the bus from Pavlodar to Balqashbus
17h 19m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Holy Dormition Cathedral
- Balkhash City Museum
Hotel
Day 10: Taraz, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the bus from Balqash to Tarazbus
- Take the transfer from Balqash to Taraztransfer
- Take the train from Balqash to Taraztrain
10h 32m
See more transport optionsActivities
- Karahan Mausoleum
- Aisha-Bibi Mausoleum
Hotel
Day 11: Kostanay, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Taraz to Kostanaytrain
- Take the taxi from Taraz to Kostanaytaxi
- Fly from Taraz to Kostanayplane
- Take the taxi from Taraz to Kostanaytaxi
7h 6m
$161–433
Activities
- Kostanay Regional Art Gallery
- Kostanay Regional Kazakh Drama Theater named after I Omarov
Hotel
Day 12: Aktau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Aktautaxi
- Fly from Kostanay to Aktauplane
- Take the taxi from Kostanay to Aktautaxi
6h 41m
$243–427
Activities
- Aktau Dolphinarium
- Aktau Lighthouse
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 20m
$122–583
Activities
- Regional Philharmonic Hall
- Gorky Park
Hotel
Day 14: Atyrau, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
- Fly from Oral to Atyrauplane
- Take the taxi from Oral to Atyrautaxi
4h 50m
$240–525
Activities
- Central Market Zhilgorodok Market
- Dina Nurpeisova Museum
Hotel
Day 15: Aktobe, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
- Fly from Atyrau to Aktobeplane
- Take the taxi from Atyrau to Aktobetaxi
7h 20m
$189–391
Activities
- Memorial Complex of Glorious Deeds
- Nur Gasyr Mosque
Hotel
Day 16: Kyzylorda, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kyzylordataxi
- Fly from Aktobe to Kyzylordaplane
- Take the taxi from Aktobe to Kyzylordataxi
5h 27m
$169–442
Activities
- Dostyk Restaurant
- Monument to Korkyt Ata
Hotel
Day 17: Baikonur, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Kyzylorda to Baikonurtrain
3h 27m
$5–150
Activities
- Walk through City Center
- Baikonur Cosmodrome Museum
Hotel
Day 18: Semey, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Baikonur to Semeytrain
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Semeytaxi
- Fly from Baikonur to Semeyplane
- Take the taxi from Baikonur to Semeytaxi
11h 52m
$192–521
Activities
- Nevada-Semipalatinsk Museum
- Semey Bridge
Hotel
Day 19: Taldykorgan, Kazakhstan
Transport
- Take the train from Semey to Taldykorgantrain
- Take the taxi from Semey to Taldykorgantaxi
15h 2m
$29–239
Activities
- Taldykorgan Central Market
- Taldykorgan Sports Complex
Hotel