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5 Night / 6 Days Almaty , Baku

Departure City : Arrive from Anywhere to Baku Tour Highlights

FLIGHT & TRANSPORT

Economy Class Return Airfare All Trasnfer SIC Basis

ACCOMMODATION 3 Night(s) in Baku at Desire Hotel or similar 2 Night(s) in Almaty at Best Western Plus Atakent Park Hotel or similar

SIGHTSEEING

Baku, Highland Park Centre (Outside view) Visit to Yanardag - Fire Mountain Visit Ateshgah - Fire Temple

Almaty, Kazakhstan Almaty City Tour Medows & Chimbulak ski resort

MEALS

5 Breakfast 5 Lunch 1 Gala Dinner 4 Indian Dinner

VISA & TAXES

Baku Visa Almaty Visa Tour Discription

Almaty, Kazakhstan's largest metropolis, is set in the foothills of the Trans-Ili Alatau mountains. It served as the country's capital until 1997 and remains Kazakhstan's trading and cultural hub. Landmarks include the Central State Museum, displaying thousands of historic Kazakh artifacts. In the center is Panfilov Park, home to the bright-yellow towers of Zenkov Cathedral, a tsarist-era Russian Orthodox church.

Azerbaijan, the nation and former Soviet republic, is bounded by the and Caucasus Mountains, which span Asia and Europe. Its capital, Baku, is famed for its medieval walled Inner City. Within the Inner City lies the Palace of the Shirvanshahs, a royal retreat dating to the 15th century, and the centuries-old stone , which dominates the city skyline.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1: Delhi - Baku - Welcomes You! Arrival at Heydar Aliyev airport. Transfer from Airport to Hotel. - check in at hotel. Later assembly at hotel lobby & proceed to Panoramic City Tour. Visit to Highland Park-Alley of Martyrs, The National Assembly- also transliterated as Milli Majlis, -the tallest skyscraper in Baku. Later you will visit Baku Crystal Hall - an indoor arena in Baku,Azerbaijan. Located on the coast of Baku near , construction of the arena began in August 2011 and finished in April 2012—in time for it to host its first major event, the 2012 edition of the Eurovision Song Contest Walking through Baku Boulevard which stretches along a south-facing bay on the Caspian Sea. It traditionally starts at Freedom Square continuing west to the and beyond. Since 2012, the Yeni Bulvar (New Boulevard) has virtually doubled the length to 3.75 km. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Overnight in hotel.

Dinner

DAY 2: Baku City Tour After breakfast our tour program starts with Old City or Inner City is the historical core of Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. The Old City is the most ancient part of Baku, which is surrounded by walls were well protected. In 2007, the Old City had a population of about 3000 people. In December 2000, the Old City of Baku, including the Palace of the Shirvanshahs and Maiden Tower, became the first location in Azerbaijan to be classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Lunch in Indian Restaurant.After lunch group will experience the happening street of Nizami Street known for shopping. Tour continues with the visit to the charming example of modern architecture. The a 57,500 m2 building complex in Baku, Azerbaijan designed by Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid and noted for its distinctive architecture and flowing, curved style that eschews sharp angles. The center is named after Heydar Aliyev, the first secretary of Soviet Azerbaijan from 1969 to 1982, and president of Azerbaijan Republic from October 1993 to October 2003. (Photo-shoot outside). Transfer for Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Overnight in hotel.

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 3: Flames Tour After Breakfast Check-out from Hotel. Assembly at hotel lobby. Trip to "Fire Mountain "-"Yanardag" -a mountain on Absheron peninsula, 25 km from north of Baku. Literally, word "Yanardag" means "Blazing Mountain". Blazing bodies of flame dance on stones and floor. Yanar dag is a natural gas fire which blazes continuously on a hillside on the Absheron Peninsula on the Caspian Sea near Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, which itself is known as the "land of fire Tour continues with Ateshgah (Fire Worshippers Temple) Based on Persian and Indian inscriptions, the temple was used as a Hindu and Zoroastrian place of worship. Atash is the Persian word for fire. The pentagonal complex, which has a courtyard surrounded by cells for monks and a tetra pillar-altar in the middle, was built during the 17th and 18th centuries. It was abandoned in the late 19th century, probably due to the dwindling of the Indian population in the area. The natural "eternal flame" went out in 1969, after nearly a century of exploitation of petroleum and gas in the area, but is now lit by gas piped from the nearby city. Lunch in Indian Restaurant. Continue with Baku , also known as the Baku Eye - is a Ferris wheel on Baku Boulevard in the Seaside National Park of Baku, capital of Azerbaijan. The wheel is 60 meters tall and has 30 cabins, each holding eight people. It makes a complete turn in 30 to 40 minutes. Start shopping tour with Local Sweet Shop, Azerbaijan Brand: Aliahmad’s. Proceed to Local vine and alcoholic drinks shop. Enjoy Boat tour. Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Transfer to Airport for Flight to Almaty.

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 4: Almaty Arrive Almaty. Transfer Airport-Hotel by bus/Check-in to the Hotel. After Lunch depart for Almaty City Tour with English speaking guide. Visit Rakhat Chocolate Factory and Local Market Zilyoni -Bazar. You can buy Chocolates from Rakhat Chocolate Factory; you can buy Dry Fruits at cheap rates and some souvenirs from Zilyoni Bazar. Continue city Tour you will know more about history and development of the southern capital of Kazakhstan and see its major attractions:, Palace of President, Republic Square and Monument of Independence, and Astana Square, Panfilov Park, Abai Square and Palace of Republic, Presidential Park. Transfer for Gala Dinner at Indian Restaurant with 2+2 Snacks + Local Beer & Local Vodka + Indian Buffet. Overnight at Hotel.

Breakfast Lunch Gala Dinner

DAY 5: Almaty - Medows & Chimbulak After Breakfast Transfer for excursion. This tour provides you the best opportunity to see the beautiful mountain surroundings of Almaty city. The first stop of the tour awaits you in the Medeo Gorge, where in the wonderful mountains of Trans-Ili Ala-Tau the largest high mountain skating rink in the world is located as well as the huge dam, protecting the city from destructive mudflows formed on the tops of the western Tien Shan. Next destination is Chimbulak ski resort (Cable Car Fee Included), located at an altitude of 2230 meters above sea level. It is very popular for its mild climate, large quantity of sunny days and snow through the winter and remarkable scenery of mountain ranges. Lunch in Indian Restaurant. After lunch Free time at your own. Transfer for Dinner at Indian Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel. Breakfast Lunch Dinner

DAY 6: Good Bye Morning after breakfast. Check Out from Hotel. Depart for lunch in Indian restaurant. Free time for shopping tour. Later Transfer to Airport for your flight back home.

Breakfast Lunch Hotels Details

● 3 Night(s) in Baku at Desire Hotel or similar

● 2 Night(s) in Almaty at Best Western Plus Atakent Park Hotel or similar

Inclusions

● Economy Class Return Airfare ● Meals as per itinerary ● All transfers in Sic coach basis

Exclusions

● 5% GST Will Be Applicable On Total Tour Cost.

● Anything not mentioned in inclusions

● Porter service

● Hard Drinks.

● Charges in hotels for additional services & penalties.

Terms & Conditions

● RTT - RIVIERA TOURS AND TRAVEL ● Rate of Exchange (ROE) will be taken into account for making land component’s final payment. This rate is applicable for Indian nationals only. Other nationalities are requested to contact our tour experts for more details on pricing policy. The standard hotel check-in time is 14:00 hrs and check out 12:00 hours. The breakfast timing at international hotels is mostly from 6:30 hrs to 10:00 hrs. The grant or refusal of a visa is up to the sole discretion of a particular government, consulate or embassy, and RTT should not be held responsible for the delay, denial or non-issuance of visa to travelers. Apart from this, RTT will not be responsible for any additional expense or loss resulting from it. Excessive consumption of alcoholic drinks while traveling will put you in trouble, especially during visa on arrival, immigration, and other vital procedures that determine your entry to the country. It is significant to ensure that your passport possesses a 6 month-validity (9 months in the case of Malaysian passport) from the date of return. Whether or not you’re eligible for visa on arrival, we request you to obtain your visa, prior to departure. Should you’ve any travel related query or have to face any kind of difficulties during your vacation, we request you to bring them to the attention of RTT’s staff or hotel / transport service provider on immediate basis. If the complaint is not resolved to your contentment, you can forward us a formal complaint in writing within 28 days of your return. We assure you to get back to you with a practical yet sensible solution. If you don’t receive the travel arrangements as promised by RTT’s agents or staff, we assure to make appropriate compensation. RTT should not be held responsible for any negligence or ineffectiveness of services provided by third parties, such as airlines and hotels. RTT is only a tour operator and should not be held liable for your own acts on account of misconduct or personal affairs. For instance, RTT or its team cannot guarantee the safety of your personal belongings or vital documents at any point of your vacation. RTT should not be held responsible for any kind of damages or misconduct done by guests during tour. At RTT, we take all rational effort to provide accurate and genuine information on our website. Nevertheless, we cannot assure the exactness of all information, particularly images that depict the services made available by hotels and other third party service providers. For a hassle-free vacation, we recommend you to avail of a travel insurance plan through one of RTT’s sales agents, prior to departing from your destination. However, extra charges may apply. What we mean by ‘seat-in-coach’ is to make available comfortable van / bus/ coach for arrivals, departures, or sightseeing. However, please be informed that when you choose to tour on SIC basis, you will be required to share transportation with other guests. If you don’t approve the same, we recommend you to take advantage of a private vehicle by paying extra charge. To ensure an unperturbed holiday experience, it is advisable to carry your valid travel documents by way of passports, visas and important documents while traveling. In such circumstance when a client applies for documents relevant for traveling, such as visa, through RTT and later the tour is cancelled because of the unavailability of these documents, no refund will be made to the client. Moreover, clients are not eligible for any claim of payments or cash deposits that are non-refundable. Unless otherwise paid for it, no separate bed will be provided to a kid accompanying his or her parents. However, if you want an extra bed for your kid, you can get one by directly making payment to the hotel. Furthermore, no refund will be done in such instance wherein you’ve already paid for the bed and don’t want to avail of it. RTT reserves the sole right to amend or update the abovementioned terms and conditions at any time without any prior notice.