Kazakhstan
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Kazakhstan

The Heart of the Eurasian Steppe

Vast open steppes, the futuristic capital Astana, canyons painted in technicolour, and the ancient Silk Road.

Kazakhstan is the world's largest landlocked country — a vast, diverse landscape of open steppe, alpine lakes, dramatic canyons, and two remarkable cities. Astana is one of the world's most futuristic capitals, a planned city that rose from the steppe in just three decades. Almaty, the former capital, sits beneath snowcapped peaks and offers the country's best food and culture. Beyond the cities: the Charyn Canyon rivals the Grand Canyon, Kolsai Lakes shimmer in emerald, and the Altai mountains offer trekking comparable to the best in Central Asia. Kazakhstan is an emerging destination — enormous, empty, and strikingly beautiful.

Best For

Adventure travellers, nature lovers, culture explorers

Duration

7–10 Days

Best Season

May–September

Visa

Visa-free for Indian passport holders (up to 14 days)

Capital City

Astana

Province / Country

Akmola Region

Astana is one of the world's most ambitious planned cities — a futuristic capital of gleaming towers, a giant tent city (Khan Shatyr), and the iconic Baiterek monument on the open steppe.

Must-Know

What Kazakhstan Is Famous For

The experiences, landscapes and moments that define a trip here.

Charyn CanyonNature

Charyn Canyon

A 80km canyon of red and orange rock formations — often called Central Asia's Grand Canyon.

Astana Skyline

Astana Skyline

A futuristic capital built from scratch on the steppe — Norman Foster's Khan Shatyr and the Baiterek tower.

Kolsai Lakes

Kolsai Lakes

Three alpine lakes connected by forest trails in the Tian Shan mountains — stunning emerald waters.

Kazakh Steppe

Kazakh Steppe

The world's largest continuous grassland — endless horizon, nomadic yurt camps, and golden eagle shows.

Almaty

Almaty

Kazakhstan's cultural capital — a lively city beneath snowcapped peaks with excellent food and mountain access.

Altai MountainsAdventure

Altai Mountains

Where Russia, China, Mongolia, and Kazakhstan meet — UNESCO-listed mountains of exceptional beauty.

Take Home

What to Shop in Kazakhstan

From artisan workshops to open-air markets — things worth packing an extra bag for.

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Eagle Hunting Accessories

Hand-crafted golden eagle hunting gloves and hoods — a tradition of the Kazakh nomads.

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Felt Crafts (Shyrdak)

Colourful hand-stitched felt rugs and wall hangings — Kazakhstan's UNESCO-listed nomadic craft.

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Kymyz

Fermented mare's milk — the staple drink of the Kazakh steppe, a probiotic energy drink.

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Kazakh Silver Jewellery

Ornate silver necklaces, bracelets, and headpieces crafted in traditional nomadic patterns.

Explore

Top Attractions in Kazakhstan

The places everyone tells you to visit — and they're right.

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Golden Eagle Festival

Watch Kazakh eagle hunters compete in the ancient art of hunting with trained golden eagles.

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Shymbulak Ski Resort

World-class ski resort 25km from Almaty — glacier skiing with city views.

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Yassawi Mausoleum

UNESCO-listed 14th-century Timurid mausoleum in Turkestan — one of the Silk Road's finest buildings.

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Kaindy Lake

A sunken forest lake where dead birch tree trunks emerge from turquoise waters — hauntingly beautiful.

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Yurt Camping

Stay in a traditional Kazakh yurt on the steppe — nomadic hospitality under infinite starry skies.

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Steppe Horseback Riding

Ride across the world's largest steppe on Kazakh horses — a genuinely immersive nomadic experience.

Taste & Culture

Food, Rituals & Kazakhstan's Soul

Eat with your hands. Watch the ceremony. Understand why people keep coming back.

Nomadic HeritageEagle Hunting (UNESCO)Yurt CultureSilk Road LegacyTengriism

"Kazakhstan is a country that holds the memory of the nomad — a people who made their home in motion across the greatest steppe on Earth."

Beshbarmak

Beshbarmak

Kazakhstan's national dish — boiled horse or lamb with flat noodles and onion broth, eaten with the hands.

Kymyz

Kymyz

Fermented mare's milk — the quintessential nomadic drink, slightly sour and energising.

Samsa

Samsa

Baked or fried triangular pastries stuffed with lamb and onion — Central Asian street food staple.

Kazy

Kazy

Traditional horse meat sausage — a Kazakh delicacy cured and served at celebrations.

Shelpek

Shelpek

Flat fried bread — made on special occasions and distributed to neighbours as a blessing.

Before You Go

Essential Facts

Everything an Indian traveller needs before booking a Kazakhstan trip.

Getting There

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5–7 hrs (direct or via Dubai/Istanbul)

Non-stop from major Indian cities

Weather

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-20 to +35°C; extreme continental climate

Budget / Couple

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₹60K–1.5L / person (affordable)

Flights, hotels & activities included

Visa for Indians

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Visa-free for Indians (14 days)

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