Turkestan — an ancient city in southern Kazakhstan, located in the historic heart of the Great Silk Road. For centuries, it has been a center of culture, science, and spirituality in Central Asia. The city harmoniously blends architectural monuments from different eras, majestic mausoleums, and charming historic quarters. The region is renowned for its sacred sites, with the Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — holding special significance. Surrounded by picturesque steppes and historic caravan routes, Turkestan offers a unique combination of natural beauty and cultural heritage. It is a place where history truly comes alive at every step.
This 2-day tour in Turkestan offers an unforgettable immersion into the city’s history, culture, and spiritual atmosphere. You will visit the legendary Arystan Bab Mausoleum, stroll through ancient Turkestan, and see the majestic Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Mausoleum, one of Central Asia’s most significant monuments. In the evening, enjoy a walk through the Karavan Saray with a vibrant fountain and boat show, while the city’s modern side comes alive at the Altyn Samruk Flying Theater and the unique Farab FabLab library. This tour combines ancient sacred sites, historical landmarks, and contemporary cultural attractions, allowing you to fully experience the special energy of Turkestan in just two days. It’s the perfect choice for anyone looking to discover the history, culture, and spiritual heritage of the region.
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Tour program: Group Tour to Turkestan: History, Culture, and Traditions
1 dayExploring the Spiritual and Historical Turkestan
Morning (09:10 – 10:45) – Flight Almaty to Turkestan (recommended flight KC-7163). Arrival in Turkestan.
Upon arrival: Meet at the airport, transfer to the hotel, check-in.
Excursion: Arystan Bab Mausoleum. Visit to one of the main sanctuaries of Central Asia — the mausoleum of the 12th-century religious mystic.
Off-site tour OTRARYSTANBAB – continuation of the sightseeing program.
Evening – Walk through the Karavan Saray complex. Fountain show and boat show.
After the program: Transfer to the hotel.
2 dayHistory, Culture, and Modern Attractions of Turkestan
Morning – Breakfast at the hotel
Walking tour KONE Turkistan (3 hours). A journey through the history of the city from the 2nd century BC to the 19th century: a fortress of the early Silk Road era, the fire temple of the Kangly people, a medieval bathhouse, the underground Hilvet mosque, and the Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi.
In-depth epigraphy tour of the mausoleum: Study of inscriptions and historical details of the mausoleum.
Visit to the Altyn Samruk Theatre: An immersive performance in a flying theatre format.
Farab FabLab workshop: Visit to a unique library and educational space.
After the program: Transfer to the airport, departure.
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What is included
Included:
Accommodation in hotels with breakfast included
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
Transportation services as per the program
Services of a professional Russian-speaking guide according to the program
0.5 liters of water per person
Not included:
Personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages
Meals (except breakfasts at hotels)
Entrance fees
Any other services not listed under “Included in the Price”
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Group Tour to Turkestan: History, Culture, and Traditions. Khanaka Hotel 4* - Double Occupancy
