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Downtown Nur-Sultan city with the main monument - Bayterek Tower that reflects the history, aspiration and stability of Kazakh nation.
The right bank of the city dedicated to the Independence of Kazakhstan.
Private History Tour in the City of Kazakhstan
Gourmet Tours - enjoy Kazakh cuisine while getting acquainted with the history and traditions.
The biggest sphere in the world and the main pavilion at EXPO-2017 held in Nur-Sultan, currently the Museum of the Future Energy.

Private History Tour in the City of Kazakhstan

By TravelWithUs
4 out of 5
Free cancellation available
Price is £127 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

We offer trips that are steeped in Kazakhstani culture's history. Our skilled guides highlight the hidden parts of local culture's growth, which most ethnic people are unaware of. Our journey also may include familiarisation with Kazakhstani gastronomy for a total immersion in the local mentality. The nomadic lifestyle has altered cooking practices, making local cuisine unique in a variety of ways. One most fascinating aspects of the journey is witnessing Kazakhstan's past, present, and future coexist. We will show you how local culture's nomadic past coexists with the digitalized present.
The private tour starts from capital's main symbol - Bayterek Tower and its historical legend about the Tree of Life with the important meaning to overall development of the country. As a part of the modernity and futuristic styles, you will visit the Independence square, Presidential Palace, Triumphal Arch and other significant places.

Activity location

  • Bayterek Tower
    • Vodno-Zelyony Blvd.
    • 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Bayterek Tower
    • Vodno-Zelyony Blvd.
    • 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan

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Private History Tour in the City of Kazakhstan in Multilingual
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • Opening hours: Fri 10:00-13:00
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
£126.64 x 1 Adult£126.64
Total
Price is £126.64

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedBottled water
  • What's includedWhat's includedEntrance fees
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional English/Russian speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedKazakh cuisine (Lunch/Dinner)

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a private individual (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Bayterek Tower
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Our guide will take you to the the main monument and symbol of Nur-Sultan city. You will go inside the Tower and see the handprint of the First President of Kazakhstan N.Nazarbayev, where you should make a wish and it comes true.
Khan Shatyr (Pass by)
The biggest Shatyr in the world, the author is the British architect Norman Foster. We may spend up to 30 minutes inside the Khan Shatyr upon the request of the traveller.
The State Theatre of Opera and Ballet Astana Opera (Pass by)
The theatre has beautiful facades for taking amazing pictures. Depending on the wishes of travellers.
Independence Square and Kazak Eli Monument
  • 15m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Independence square and Kazak Eli monument are dedicated to the Independence of Kazakhstan, symbolising freedom and sovereignty. The height of the monument is 91 metres that signifies the year of obtaining Independence - 1991. Palace of Independence – the main place for holding official government meetings, forums, conferences.
Palace of Peace and Reconciliation (Pass by)
Palace of Peace and Reconciliation that was built prior to the first Congress of the Leaders of World Religions and Traditions in 2006 (also well known as the Pyramid due to its shapes).
National Museum of Kazakhstan (Pass by)
The National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan – the biggest museum in Central Asia, where represented the history, culture and traditions of Kazakh nation from ancient to modern times. It was opened in 2014 and has the shapes of iceberg.
Hazret Sultan Mosque (Pass by)
Hazret Sultan Mosque – constructed at the initiative of the First President of Kazakhstan and dedicated to the “Holy Sultan” Khoja Ahmed Yasawi, who was famous philosopher and religious enlightener. The mosque has the biggest dome in the world.
Triumphal Arch Mangilik El (Pass by)
Triumphal Arch is the symbol of prosperity of Kazakh nation and their endless aspiration to the bright future that is dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Kazakhstan's independence.
Congress-Centre EXPO (Pass by)
Museum of the Energy of the Future – established in 2017 and served as the Pavilion of Kazakhstan at Astana EXPO 2017. The museum consists of 8 levels each represented by alternative energy (kinetic, water, green, wind etc.).
Astana Grand Mosque
  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
Kazakhstan's new mosque, opened in August 2022. It is the most spacious mosque in Central Asia, with the largest dome, and the most modern solutions were used in its construction.
Saksaul
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Lunch or dinner with delicious Kazakh cuisine – you will have an opportunity to taste famous Kazakh main dishes, snacks and drinks. IMPORTANT: This option is not included in the cost of the tour and could be available upon extra payment.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESBayterek Tower
    • Vodno-Zelyony Blvd.
    • 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEBayterek Tower
    • Vodno-Zelyony Blvd.
    • 010000, Astana, Kazakhstan

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