Kazakhstan-Kirgizstan-Uzbekistan 10Days+3Flights 3Star Hotels All Meals RM9,500
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Day 1
Almaty
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Arrival in Almaty and welcome by our staff. Drive to the hotel for check in.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Almaty. |
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| Day 2
Almaty
B/L/D | Breakfast at hotel.
Our day begins at 09:00 am with a journey into the history and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan, Almaty. Visit to one of Almaty’s oldest parks, Panfilov Park, with its tree-lined paths and famous monuments dedicated to Panfilov’s brave guardsmen. Zenkov Cathedral, also located in the park, will be our next destination. We will also visit the Memorial of Glory and Eternal Flame. Lunch at a local restaurant in Almaty.
Afternoon, we will drive to Symbulak Ski Resort. Symbulak is situated approximately 25 km outside of Almaty, at an elevation of about 2,200 meters above sea level. The resort is nestled amidst stunning mountain scenery providing panoramic views of the surrounding peaks. Take a modern gondola lift, which takes from the Medeu Valley to the main ski area at Symbulak. The ride offers breathtaking views of the Almaty region and is an experience in itself. After spending an enjoyable time here, we will drive back to the city for late lunch.
Later visit the bustling atmosphere of the Green Bazaar (Zelyony Bazaar), a vibrant market where locals shop for fresh produce, spices, dried fruits and traditional Kazakh foods like hose meat sausages and kumis (fermented mare’s milk).
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Almaty. |
| Day 3
Almaty – Chon Kemin
B/L/D | Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Kazakhstan - Kyrgyzstan border Korday. After border crossing, we then continue our journey to Chon Kemin Valley, a drive that will take approximately two hours. This valley is famous for its breath-taking natural beauty, featuring lush green meadows, densed forests, majestic snow-capped mountains, making it a paradise for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Arrive in Karool-Dobo Village and check in at Guesthouse. Lunch at the guesthouse. Afternoon, spend some time in a picturesque valley, engaging in hiking and photography.
Dinner and overnight in Jekshen Guesthouse (Jekshen). |
| Day 4
Chon Kemin - Bishkek
B/L/D | Breakfast at Guesthouse. Check out from the Guesthouse and begin our journey to the next highlight of the day.
Visit Burana Tower. This 11th-century minaret is the last remnant of the ancient city of Balasagun, which once served as the capital of the powerful Karakhanid Empire. You can ascend the winding staircase for breathtaking views of the beautiful Chuy Valley. Additionally, there’s a small open-air museum featuring balbals, stone figures that were discovered near ancient burial mounds.
Drive to Bishkek, a journey that will take over an hour. Start a walking sightseeing tour, which includes visits to Central Square Ala-Too, the statue of Kyrgyz National Epic Hero Manas (Please note that the Manas statue is currently under renovation, and we will see it if completed), the White House, Parliament House, Old Square with the Lenin Statue, and the Monument of Victory.
Spend some time at Tsum Mall (Department Store).
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Bishkek. |
| Day 5
Bishkek - Tashkent
B/L/D
| Breakfast at hotel.
0830 : Depart for the airport. 0930 : Check in for your flight to Tashkent @ 1140.
1200 : Arrive in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. After completing immigration procedures, you will meet your guide and head to the city centre.
Lunch at Plov Center.
Check in hotel. After some rest, start Tashkent City Tour to Museum of Victims of Political Repressions and walking tour at Independence Square.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Tashkent |
| Day 6
Tashkent
B/L/D
| Breakfast at hotel.
Visit Minor Mosque and Khasti Imam Complex which is the Museum of Quran where the original VII Century Saidina Uthman Quran written on a deer skin is preserved. Shopping at Chorsu Bazar.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Tashkent. |
| Day 7
Tashkent - Samarkand
B/L/D | Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Samarkand. Upon arrival, we will have full day to take pictures of some of the most beautiful sights. Then there is the exquisite jade mausoleum of Gur Emir, the resting place of Tamerlane, who is now being rapidly reinstated by the Uzbek government as a national hero. Perhaps the greatest treasure is Registan Square, Tamerlane’s outstanding creation; a vast complex of domes and minarets, mosques and madrasas. Continue to Khazrat Khizr and Shah I Zinda. Shopping time at Siyob Bazaar.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Samarkand. |
| Day 8
Samarkand-Bukhara
B/L/D | Breakfast at hotel.
Transfer to Bukhara by coach. On the way to Bukhara, stop to ziarat Imam Al-Bukhary Complex. Arrive in Bukhara in late afternoon. Upon arrival, visit the Ark of Fortress, Bolo-Khavuz Mosque and Sitorai Mokhi Khossa.
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Bukhara. |
| Day 9
Bukhara - Tashkent
B/L/D
| Breakfast at hotel.
Full day guided tour in the historic part of Bukhara listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Site. Walking sightseeing tour in Old Bukhara, Lyabi-Khauz Ensemble, Magoki-Attori Mosque, Abdul Azizkhan and Ulugbek Madrasahs and Po-I-Kalyon Complex. Transfer to Tashkent by high speed train (Afrosiyob).
Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Tashkent. |
| Day 10
Tashkent
B/L/D
| Breakfast at hotel. Free and easy. Transfer to Tashkent International Airport for flight out to Kuala Lumpur.