Destinations

Day 1: Arrival in Baku, Azerbaijan

• Arrival at Heydar Aliyev International Airport: Meet and greet by a representative.
• Transfer to Hotel: Check-in at your hotel in Baku.
• Leisure Time: Relax or explore nearby attractions.
• Dinner: Enjoy traditional Azerbaijani cuisine at a local restaurant.

Day 2: Baku City Tour

• Breakfast at Hotel: Start your day with a hearty meal.
• Full-Day Baku City Tour:
  * Icherisheher (Old City): Explore the UNESCO-listed Old City, including Maiden Tower and Shirvanshah’s Palace.
  * Lunch: Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant.
  * Heydar Aliyev Center: Visit this architectural marvel designed by Zaha Hadid.
  * Baku Flame Towers: Explore this modern symbol of Baku with panoramic views.
  * Fountains Square: Stroll through this vibrant area filled with cafes and shops.
• Dinner: Dine at a restaurant with views of the Baku skyline.

Day 3 – Gobustan and Mud Volcanoes

• Breakfast at Hotel: Prepare for an adventurous day.
• Gobustan National Park:
  * Gobustan Rock Art: Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site known for ancient petroglyphs.
  * Mud Volcanoes: Visit one of the world’s largest mud volcanoes near Gobustan.
• Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch or dine at a local eatery.
• Bibi-Heybat Mosque: Visit this historic mosque on your way back to Baku.
• Return to Baku: Evening at leisure.
• Dinner: Enjoy Azerbaijani or international cuisine in Baku.

Day 4 - Absheron Peninsula and Departure to Kazakhstan

• Breakfast at Hotel: Start your day with a meal
• Absheron Peninsula Tour:
  * Ateshgah Fire Temple: Discover this ancient Zoroastrian fire temple known for its eternal flame.
  * Yanar Dag (Burning Mountain): Visit this natural gas fire that burns continuously on a hillside.
  * Lunch: Dine at a local restaurant on the peninsula..
• Transfer to Airport : Depart for Almaty, Kazakhstan.
• Arrival in Almaty: Meet and greet by a representative, transfer to hotel, and check-in.
• Dinner: Relax and enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant.

Day 5 - Almaty City Tour

• Breakfast at Hotel: Start your day with a hearty breakfast.
• Full-Day Almaty City Tour:
  * Panfilov Park: Visit this central park and the Zenkov Cathedral, one of the few surviving tsarist-era buildings.
  * Green Bazaar: Explore this bustling market for local products and souvenirs.
  * Lunch: Enjoy traditional Kazakh dishes at a local restaurant.
  * Kok-Tobe Hill: Take a cable car up to Kok-Tobe for panoramic views of the city and mountains.
  * Medeo Skating Rink and Shymbulak Ski Resort: Visit this famous outdoor skating rink and nearby ski resort.
• Dinner: Option to dine at a restaurant with views of the Almaty skyline.

Day 6 - Charyn Canyon Day Trip

• Breakfast at Hotel: Prepare for a full day of nature exploration.
• Day Trip to Charyn Canyon:
  * Drive to Charyn Canyon: Journey through stunning landscapes to reach this dramatic canyon, often compared to the Grand Canyon.
  * Explore the Canyon: Hike through the canyon and explore its unique rock formations.
  * Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch or dine at a local spot near the canyon.
  * Return to Almaty: Evening at leisure.
• Dinner: Relax with a meal at the hotel or a nearby restaurant.

Day 7 - Almaty to Nur-Sultan (Astana)

• Breakfast at Hotel: Start your day with a hearty meal.
• Transfer to Airport: Fly to Nur-Sultan, Kazakhstan’s modern capital.
• Arrival in Nur-Sultan: Transfer to hotel and check-in.
• Leisure Time: Explore the nearby area or relax after your flight.
• Dinner: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant or your hotel.

Day 8 - Nur-Sultan City Tour

• Breakfast at Hotel: Begin your day with a meal.
• Full-Day Nur-Sultan City Tour:
  * Baiterek Tower: Visit this iconic symbol of the city with panoramic views from the observation deck.
  * Palace of Peace and Reconciliation: Explore this unique pyramid-shaped building dedicated to promoting peace.
  * Lunch: Dine at a restaurant offering traditional Kazakh cuisine.
  * Khan Shatyr Entertainment Center: Explore this futuristic tent-like structure housing shops, restaurants, and a beach resort.
  * Hazret Sultan Mosque: Visit one of the largest mosques in Central Asia.
• Dinner: Option to dine at a restaurant with views of the modern cityscape.

Day 9 - Day Trip to Borovoe National Park

• Breakfast at Hotel: Prepare for a day of nature and relaxation.
• Day Trip to Borovoe National Park:
  * Drive to Borovoe (Burabay): Enjoy the scenic drive to this beautiful national park, known for its lakes, forests, and mountains.
  * Explore Borovoe: Hike, boat, or relax by the lakes, and visit local attractions like Zhumbaktas Rock.
  * Lunch: Enjoy a meal surrounded by nature.
  * Return to Nur-Sultan: Evening at leisure.
• Dinner: Enjoy your final night with a special dinner, perhaps with live music.

Day 10: Departure

• Breakfast at Hotel: Last meal in Kazakhstan.
• Check-out: Depending on your flight time, enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
• Transfer to Airport: Depart from Nur-Sultan International Airport.

Inclusions:

• Accommodation in 4-star or 5-star hotels with breakfast.
• Return Flight Tickets
• Airport transfers and transportation for all tours.
• Guided city tours in Baku, Almaty, and Nur-Sultan.
• Day trips to Gobustan, Charyn Canyon, and Borovoe National Park.
• Entry fees to all attractions mentioned in the itinerary.