Shymkent Private Tour
Tour Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Taskent. Get ready to start this private day trip to Shymkent! You'll discover legendary sites of the Silk Road, monuments, and landscapes on a day trip that connects two neighboring cultures.
On our 2-hour journey, we'll cross the border with Kazakhstan, passing through Central Asia's characteristic scenery. We'll cross the trails of the Great Silk Road, an extensive network of trade routes connecting the Mediterranean Sea with East Asia. Plus, we'll pass Mount Kazygurt, where, according to legend, Noah's Ark ran aground after the universal flood.
After switching countries, we'll meet our guide and hop on board another vehicle to continue the route toward Shymkent. Once we arrive, we'll visit this city that dates back to the 9th century. We'll explore the ancient citadel, where you'll find the ruins of the old town, a mosque, and a minaret stand as a testament to the age of this place.
We'll then stroll through the shopping area of Ordabasy and the Zher Ana Complex, a symbol of the Kazakh independence. We'll also reach Independence Park, an immense park inaugurated in 2011 that has become the largest park in Shymkent. You'll also visit Metallurgist Park, a beautiful green space built before World War II by German and Japanese prisoners of war.
Our tour will take us to Arbat, known as the "local Broadway." History lovers will appreciate the Museum of Political Repression Victims, which provides a deep insight into the difficult years of Stalinist repression against the Kazakh people. Lastly, we'll explore the St. Nicholas Cathedral and Abay Park, where the Alley of Glory and the World War II Memorial stand out.
We'll then return to your hotel in Tashkent after 8 hours, concluding our day trip.
Additional Info
- Please note that we'll switch vehicles at the border. In Uzbekistan, you have a driver, and in Kazakhstan, you'll switch to another vehicle with a guide.
- The currency exchange on both sides of the border is the same.
- You'll need to complete the visa process on your own before booking this day trip, both for Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.
More Information
Duration
8 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
Hotel pickup & drop–off
Transport by car
English–speaking guide
Private and exclusive tour, nobody else will be in your group
Not included
Food and beverages
Admission tickets: between US$ 5 and US$ 7 per person
When to book?
You can book up until 24 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
Provider
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Silk Road Travellers
Corporate name: Casr Travellers OK
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
