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Almaty ArrivalArrival in the southern capital. Visit the vibrant Green Bazaar for a taste of local spices, walk through Panfilov Park to see the Zenkov Cathedral, and end the day with a sunset view from Kok-Tobe hill.
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Almaty HighlandsAscent to the high-mountain skating rink Medeu. Continue to Shymbulak mountain resort for panoramic views of the Trans-Ili Alatau. Evening relaxation at the historic Arasan Baths.
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Big Almaty Lake (BAO)A full-day expedition to the stunning Big Almaty Lake, located at an altitude of 2,500m. Mountain trails and photo stops in the pristine alpine environment.
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Charyn CanyonDeparture from Almaty towards the Charyn Canyon. Exploration of the "Valley of Castles" with its red-clay rock formations. Overnight in a traditional yurt or guesthouse near the canyon.
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Kolsai LakesMorning travel to the Kolsai Lakes, the "Blue Necklace of the North Tian Shan." Trekking between the lakes, overnight stay in the mountain village of Saty.
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Cross-Border to BishkekMorning departure from Kolsai. Crossing the border into Kyrgyzstan. Arrival in Bishkek, transfer to hotel, evening city orientation.
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Bishkek Cultural ImmersionAla-Too Square, the State Historical Museum, local art galleries. Expedition briefing for the mountain segment.
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Ala-Archa National ParkFull day hiking through the alpine gorge, surrounded by centuries-old coniferous forests and mountain glaciers.
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Soviet Wellness Retreat (Issyk-Kul)Check-in at one of the region's most historic sanatoriums. Mineral baths and therapeutic treatments preserved from the Soviet era.
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High Mountain Immersion (Song-Kul)Ascent to the high-altitude lake of Song-Kul (3,000m). Overnight in a traditional yurt camp — the silence of the celestial mountains and nomadic hospitality.
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The Art of BerkutchiVisit an ethnic village to witness the ancient nomadic tradition of eagle hunting. Meet the Berkutchi masters.
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Skazka Canyon & Karakol"Skazka" (Fairytale) Canyon with its Martian-like landscapes. Arrival in Karakol — the wooden Dungan Mosque and Holy Trinity Orthodox Cathedral.
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Altyn-Arashan Hot SpringsAscent to the Altyn-Arashan gorge. Natural radon hot springs surrounded by snow-capped peaks. Return to Bishkek.
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Fly to TashkentFlight or train transfer to Uzbekistan. Arrival in Tashkent, evening orientation.
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Tashkent — Old CityExplore the old city, Chorsu Bazaar, and Hazrati Imam complex.
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Tashkent — Modern CityA tour of Tashkent's Soviet-era metro stations and modern architecture.
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Train to SamarkandHigh-speed train to Samarkand. Registan Square and Guri Amir mausoleum at sunset.
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SamarkandShah-i-Zinda necropolis and the Ulugbek Observatory.
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Samarkand — Crafts & FoodLocal craft workshops (ceramics, silk paper) and a deep dive into Uzbek food culture.
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Bukhara — Old CityTransfer to Bukhara. Ark Fortress and Po-i-Kalyan complex.
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Bukhara — Trade DomesThe ancient trade domes and a visit to a historic hammam.
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Khiva & DepartureTransfer to Khiva. Ichan-Kala, the medieval walled city — final exploration before departure.
