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Travel back in time on a history-packed day tour to the greatest sites of southern Kazakhstan. Visit the mausoleums of Arystan Bab and Ahmed Yasawi, and the ruins of Otrar with a guide.

Highlights

• Step back in time as you visit the ruins of Otrar, once a key Silk Road center
• Explore the mausoleums of Arystan Bab and Ahmed Yasawi with a guide
• Learn about the history of the region and the Silk Road from your guide
• Enjoy the convenience of private transportation to and from Shymkent

Description

9:00 Meeting with the guide in the lobby of the hotel. Transfer Shymkent – Otyrar district (~ 240 km., 3 hours). In Otyrar, visit the mausoleum of the legendary great figure, spiritual teacher Khoja Ahmed Yasawi Arystan Baba. Arystan bab is the spiritual teacher of the Sufis of Otrar, Sairam, Turkestan (Yasy). Next, a tour of the ruins of the Otyrar settlement. Once Otrar was one of the main points of the Great Silk Road, and today it is only grandiose ruins that store many historical facts and mysteries. Departure to Turkestan. The excursion in Turkestan will begin with a visit to the ethno-village of the city, then a visit to the reserve - the Azret-Sultan Museum, the mausoleum of H.A. Yasawi, the mausoleum of Rabia Sultan Begim, the eastern bath, the underground mosque - Hilvet, the citadel of the fortress wall, a visit to the 'Visit Center Turkistan' and the unique carpet museum. In continuation of the tour: a tour of the largest tourist complex in Central Asia - 'Karavansaray'. From the moment you plunge into the enchanting atmosphere of the Karavansaray complex, you will find yourself in a fascinating fairy tale that glorifies the great history, culture and eternal romance of Kazakhstan! Those who wish can visit the only 8D cinema in Kazakhstan 'Altyn Samruk', guests of the 'flying theater' will go on a journey through time and space with the mythical bird Samruk to the origins of Kazakh culture. Immersive 8D experience format will take you on a fantastic flight over the sights of Kazakhstan! Those who wish can ride gondolas. Spare time. Viewing the theatrical show of fountains 'Kyz Zhibek and Tolegen'. Departure to Shymkent (160 km). End of the tour.

Includes

Guided sightseeing tour; Entrance fees to the museums, mausoleums and other sights; Transport throughout the tour. Water 1l per person

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund