8-Hour Turkistan Architectural Tour from Shymkent with Dervish Sites

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the architectural highlights of Turkistan
• 02 Discover the medieval life of Muslim dervishes in Kazakhstan
• 03 Visit the ancient mosque and underground building of the mystical brotherhood
• 04 See Turkistan's memorial complex, mausoleums, and fortress

Get acquainted with the medieval life of Muslim dervishes in Turkistan, Kazakhstan, on this 8-hour architectural tour from Shymkent. Visit the ancient mosque, underground building, memorial complex, mausoleums, fortress, and other remarkable sites while discovering the city's rich religious and architectural heritage.

Marvel at the construction for underground meditation and fasting.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Shymkent, Turkestan

Languages English, Russian

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Architectural Heritage Tour of Turkistan

• Start your architectural tour from Shymkent and drive to Turkistan in Kazakhstan.

• Observe the magnificent hammam.

• Take a trip to the ancient mosque and underground building of the mystical brotherhood.

• Visit the memorial complex, mausoleums, and fortress of this city.

• Marvel at the construction for underground meditation and fasting.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transfer

• Water

• Tickets

• Guidance

What's Not Included

• Souvenirs

Know before you go

• Special dress code: long pants and a headscarf for women.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Shymkent, Kazakhstan

Tour start

Turkistan, Kazakhstan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.