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Best things to do in Baikonur

Embark on an astronomical adventure to Baikonur, the iconic space launch hub set against Kazakhstan's vast horizons. Through our exclusive tours, witness the very grounds from which Yuri Gagarin catapulted humankind into the space age. Feel the palpable excitement during a live rocket launch, a testament to human ingenuity. Dive into the rich history of space exploration at the local museums and monuments, where cosmic dreams are enshrined. Baikonur transcends terrestrial boundaries, offering travellers an unparalleled experience at the nexus of science, history, and boundless ambition. Here, amid the steppes, touch the stars and reimagine the cosmos. 

EXPERIENCES

A range of thrilling experiences handpicked by our experts. Don’t see one that’s just right for you? No problem. Our local insiders will create precisely what you want.

Baikonur Cosmodrome

Witnessing a live rocket launch is nothing short of awe-inspiring. Baikonur Cosmodrome, the world's first and largest space launch facility, offers this once-in-a-lifetime experience. Feel the ground tremble and the air reverberate as rockets soar into the cosmos. It's not just a visual spectacle but also a powerful testament to human ambition and our quest for the unknown.

Baikonur Space Museum

Step into a repository of space exploration history. This museum is brimming with artifacts, models, and mementos of iconic missions and astronauts, including Yuri Gagarin. Traverse the corridors to discover tales of pioneering space endeavours, understand the intricate technology, and even experience a replica of a space station's interior.

Yuri Gagarin Statue

Standing tall and proud, the statue of Yuri Gagarin, the first human to journey into outer space, pays homage to this trailblazing astronaut. Reflect on his monumental voyage and the larger-than-life impact it had on our understanding of the universe. The statue, set against the vast Kazakh steppe, is both a photo op and a contemplative spot.

Cosmodrome Guided Tour

Navigate the vast expanse of the Baikonur Cosmodrome with expert guides. Delve into the intricacies of rocket science, visit launch pads, control centres, and testing facilities. Understand the behind-the-scenes processes that precede a space mission. The intricate synergy of science, engineering, and human tenacity comes alive in these tours.

Stargazing

Away from city lights, Baikonur offers a pristine celestial canvas. As darkness envelops the steppe, the sky is alight with stars, planets, and meteor showers. Whether you're identifying constellations or simply marvelling at the vastness of the universe, stargazing here is a humbling and exhilarating experience.

Local Community

Beyond rockets and space exploration, Baikonur is home to a vibrant community. Engage with locals to understand their unique lifestyle, influenced by the omnipresent space industry. Sample regional dishes, partake in local celebrations, and listen to firsthand accounts of living in the world's most famous space town. It's an immersion into a culture where cosmic dreams and earthly realities seamlessly merge.

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CENTRAL ASIA DISCOVERY EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group journey across five Central Asia “Stans”, from Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan. Explore Bishkek, valleys and yurt glamping, cross Kazakhstan for Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon and Almaty, fly to Tajikistan for Dushanbe and Hissar, then discover Uzbekistan’s great Silk Road cities and finish in Ashgabat.

Interest

Hiking/Trekking, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,795

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

KYRGYZSTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures from Kyrgyzstan’s alpine valleys to Kazakhstan’s dynamic cities. This 13-day tour blends natural beauty, Silk Road history, and nomadic traditions in one unforgettable journey with Asian Geographical, the leading designer of luxury travel to Asia.

Interest

People & Culture, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

Tailor-made

13 days from

£7,945

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

SILK ROAD LEGACY
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

Follow the ancient Silk Road from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan on a 13-day journey through mountain landscapes, UNESCO cities, and vibrant bazaars. Tour operators organize the journey, ensuring seamless logistics and expert support. Local guides provide authentic insights during city visits, including a city tour in Karakol to explore landmarks and connect with local culture. This immersive tour blends heritage and scenery for a rich, in-depth Central Asian travel experience.

Interest

Festivals, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £8,965

Tailor-made

13 days from

£8,965

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £8,965

THE GRAND KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORATION
Kazakhstan

Explore Kazakhstan’s stunning cities, serene lakes, and majestic mountains on this 11-day grand tour. Autumn is ideal for the Grand Kazakhstan Exploration, with mild weather and crisp scenery for outdoor adventures. Discover Central Asia’s rich cultural heritage, from futuristic Nur-Sultan to the tranquil Big Almaty Lake, and visit natural wonders such as Kolsai Lake and Kaindy Lake. At Kaindy, admire the surreal submerged forest beneath turquoise waters—an unforgettable sight. Capture breathtaking sunsets at scenic viewpoints.

Interest

Heritage, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

11 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

Tailor-made

11 days from

£6,965

Without Flights
Duration

11 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

UZBEKISTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Explore Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, discover Fergana Valley crafts, cross into Kyrgyzstan for Osh, Ala Archa, Issyk-Kul and Karakol, then glamp in a luxury yurt, visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon, and finish in Almaty.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,495

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

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List View

CENTRAL ASIA DISCOVERY EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group journey across five Central Asia “Stans”, from Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan. Explore Bishkek, valleys and yurt glamping, cross Kazakhstan for Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon and Almaty, fly to Tajikistan for Dushanbe and Hissar, then discover Uzbekistan’s great Silk Road cities and finish in Ashgabat.

Interest

Hiking/Trekking, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,795

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

KYRGYZSTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures from Kyrgyzstan’s alpine valleys to Kazakhstan’s dynamic cities. This 13-day tour blends natural beauty, Silk Road history, and nomadic traditions in one unforgettable journey with Asian Geographical, the leading designer of luxury travel to Asia.

Interest

People & Culture, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

Tailor-made

13 days from

£7,945

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

SILK ROAD LEGACY
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

Follow the ancient Silk Road from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan on a 13-day journey through mountain landscapes, UNESCO cities, and vibrant bazaars. Tour operators organize the journey, ensuring seamless logistics and expert support. Local guides provide authentic insights during city visits, including a city tour in Karakol to explore landmarks and connect with local culture. This immersive tour blends heritage and scenery for a rich, in-depth Central Asian travel experience.

Interest

Festivals, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £8,965

Tailor-made

13 days from

£8,965

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £8,965

UZBEKISTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Explore Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, discover Fergana Valley crafts, cross into Kyrgyzstan for Osh, Ala Archa, Issyk-Kul and Karakol, then glamp in a luxury yurt, visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon, and finish in Almaty.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,495

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Grid View

List View

KYRGYZSTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORER
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Explore Central Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures from Kyrgyzstan’s alpine valleys to Kazakhstan’s dynamic cities. This 13-day tour blends natural beauty, Silk Road history, and nomadic traditions in one unforgettable journey with Asian Geographical, the leading designer of luxury travel to Asia.

Interest

People & Culture, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

Tailor-made

13 days from

£7,945

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £7,945

SILK ROAD LEGACY
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

Follow the ancient Silk Road from Kazakhstan to Uzbekistan on a 13-day journey through mountain landscapes, UNESCO cities, and vibrant bazaars. Tour operators organize the journey, ensuring seamless logistics and expert support. Local guides provide authentic insights during city visits, including a city tour in Karakol to explore landmarks and connect with local culture. This immersive tour blends heritage and scenery for a rich, in-depth Central Asian travel experience.

Interest

Festivals, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £8,965

Tailor-made

13 days from

£8,965

Without Flights
Duration

13 days

Price For Person

From £8,965

THE GRAND KAZAKHSTAN EXPLORATION
Kazakhstan

Explore Kazakhstan’s stunning cities, serene lakes, and majestic mountains on this 11-day grand tour. Autumn is ideal for the Grand Kazakhstan Exploration, with mild weather and crisp scenery for outdoor adventures. Discover Central Asia’s rich cultural heritage, from futuristic Nur-Sultan to the tranquil Big Almaty Lake, and visit natural wonders such as Kolsai Lake and Kaindy Lake. At Kaindy, admire the surreal submerged forest beneath turquoise waters—an unforgettable sight. Capture breathtaking sunsets at scenic viewpoints.

Interest

Heritage, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan

Tour Style

PRIVATE

Duration

11 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

Tailor-made

11 days from

£6,965

Without Flights
Duration

11 days

Price For Person

From £6,965

Grid View

List View

CENTRAL ASIA DISCOVERY EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group journey across five Central Asia “Stans”, from Kyrgyzstan to Turkmenistan. Explore Bishkek, valleys and yurt glamping, cross Kazakhstan for Kolsai Lakes, Charyn Canyon and Almaty, fly to Tajikistan for Dushanbe and Hissar, then discover Uzbekistan’s great Silk Road cities and finish in Ashgabat.

Interest

Hiking/Trekking, History & Archaeology

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,795

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,795

Valid on

Apr 25 2026

UZBEKISTAN TO KAZAKHSTAN EXPEDITION
Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

A 17-day small-group Silk Road journey through Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Explore Tashkent, Samarkand and Bukhara, discover Fergana Valley crafts, cross into Kyrgyzstan for Osh, Ala Archa, Issyk-Kul and Karakol, then glamp in a luxury yurt, visit Kolsai Lakes and Charyn Canyon, and finish in Almaty.

Interest

Off Grid, AONB

Destination

Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan

Tour Style

GROUP

Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

Guided Group

17 days from

£3,495

Without Flights
Duration

17 days

Price For Person

From £3,495

Valid on

May 02 2026

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