From Astana to Bishkek, discover Central Asia’s canyons, lakes and Silk Road heritage with hikes, homestays, a flight and an overnight train across Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan.
  • Explore Bayterek Tower, Khan Shatyr, and Nur-Astana Mosque in Astana.
  • Discover Turkistan's Caravan Serai and Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum.
  • Walk among ruins at Otrar, the ancient Silk Road settlement.
  • Marvel at Charyn Canyon’s sculpted cliffs in the national park.
  • Hike Kolsay Lakes and Kaindy’s sunken forest.
  • Wander Almaty’s Zenkov Cathedral, Panfilov Park, and Museum of Kazakh Musical Instruments.
  • Explore Karakol’s Dungan Mosque, Orthodox Cathedral, and Jety Oguz canyon.
  • Cruise Issyk-Kul’s vast alpine waters and visit Cholpon Ata petroglyphs.
Accommodation comprises six hotel nights, one night on an overnight train, and three nights in guesthouse/homestay lodging. Overnight stops follow the itinerary through Astana, Turkistan, Almaty, Saty Village, Karakol and Bishkek, combining hotel stays with local guest accommodation and a rail overnight.