Extraterrestrial Landscapes

Day 1: Chernyaevka - Shymkent
Today in the morning meeting at Zhibek Zholy (Chernyaevka) border crossing point. You will departure to  Shymkent. Shymkent is one of the largest cities of Kazakhstan. Today you will explore all tourist's attractions Walk of fame (park after Sh.Kaldayakov including Obelisk of Glory, Eternal Flame to the fallen in The great Patriotic War), "Zher Ana" monument, Ordabasy square, Park "20 years of Independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan", Arboretum and Regional Museum, Museum of Victims of Political Repression. Night will be at the hotel.

Day 2: Shymkent - Almaty
The tour starts with transferring to the airport for flight to Almaty. Almaty has a lot of greenery, parks, interesting architecture, fountains, and museums, framed by a panorama of mountain peaks. This day is dedicated to a wonderful city tour. The first destination will be the Green Bazaar, where it is possible to buy a lot of interesting things, for example buy souvenirs to your friends or relatives. After you will head on to Panfilov Park, where is situated one of the most beautiful wooden building in the world - Zenkov Cathedral. Its uniqueness is that the Cathedral is built of wood without the use of nails. Afterwards you will get to the Medeo Gorge, well known due to the highest mountain skating rink, where the ice doesn't melt 8 months a year and Shymbulak resort. Further you will drive to next destination the Kok-Tobe hill where is situated one of the tallest towers in the world. In Kok-Tobe Park you will have a chance to walk along the winding paths of the park, from the top there is an amazing panorama of the mountains and the city. You will end your tour with the short ride from the top of the hill by the famous Almaty cableway. You will drive to the hotel.

Day 3: Almaty - Charyn Canyon - Almaty
Today you will have a tour to Charyn Canyons. If you do not have the opportunity to visit North America to admire the famous Grand canyon, then by all means go to Charyn canyon.This picturesque area has been declared a nature reserve, and there is a national natural Park on its territory, since this place is a relict, ancient, listed under the world protection of UNESCO. The road will take about 3 hours to reach the canyon. Due to its uniqueness, the Charyn canyon can be called the most beautiful natural area in Kazakhstan. The rocks that make up the canyon are more than 12 million years old! And the whimsical forms that the bright red Sandstone takes under the influence of wind and water, strike with their fabulous beauty and splendor. One of the rarest tree species, the relict Sogdian ash, also grows there. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4: Flight
In the morning is transfer to airport.