Kazakhstan's railway network is strategically linked to neighboring countries, facilitating the flow of goods and passengers across the region:<hr><figure class="image image_resized image-style-side" style="width:37.27%;"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-kazakhstan.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fkazakhstan%20railway%20p1.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=e360c852-1ecc-4fb6-9219-880259f298dc"></figure>Russia: Kazakhstan shares a railway connection with Russia, benefiting from the same gauge, which is a legacy of the former Soviet Union railway system. This shared gauge allows for seamless rail travel and trade between the two countries.China: The railway connection between Kazakhstan and China involves a break of gauge. Kazakhstan uses a gauge of 1,520 mm (4 feet, 11 and 27/32 inches), while China employs a gauge of 1,435 mm (4 feet, 8 and 1/2 inches). This break of gauge occurs at the border station of Druzhba in Kazakhstan and Alashankou in China. The railway connection links the Turkestan–Siberia Railway with the Northern Xinjiang Railway. It's worth noting that neither of these railways is electrified. Another railway link exists from Altynkol Railway Station near Khorgas to the Jinghe–Yining–Khorgos Railway, connecting to Ürümqi in China.Kyrgyzstan: Kazakhstan shares a railway link with Kyrgyzstan that utilizes the same gauge, which is a continuation of the former Soviet Union railway system. This allows for efficient rail transportation between the two countries.Uzbekistan: The railway connection between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan also employs the same gauge, a legacy of the former Soviet Union railway system. This shared gauge eases rail transport and trade between the two nations.Turkmenistan: Kazakhstan's railway network extends to Turkmenistan, and both countries utilize the same gauge. This railway link opened for freight transport in 2013.Caspian Sea: Kazakhstan maintains a railhead with a gauge of 1,520 mm (4 feet, 11 and 27/32 inches) at the Caspian Sea, which is strategically significant for transportation and trade.<figure class="image image_resized image-style-side" style="width:37.06%;"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-kazakhstan.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fkazak%20raylway%20p2.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=a78685c1-179c-49de-82fb-c3e900e66868"></figure>The transport development strategy in Kazakhstan until 2015 includes plans to construct 1,600 kilometers (990 miles) of new electrified railway lines and upgrade 2,700 kilometers (1,700 miles) of existing railway stations. These developments are crucial for enhancing the efficiency and capacity of the country's rail network.Additionally, Kazakhstan has explored proposals to establish a standard gauge rail link from China to Europe. This project aims to further improve international connectivity and trade.In 2007, there was a proposal to eliminate the break of gauge at Druzhba-Alashankou by converting the Kazakhstan main line to the European gauge, potentially streamlining rail transport between Kazakhstan and China.Furthermore, a BOOT (Build, Own, Operate, Transfer) railway line from Zhetigen to Khorgos on the China border was proposed in 2008. This line would branch off from the existing railway near Shaquanzi and contribute to the development of rail infrastructure in the region.

The transport development strategy in Kazakhstan until 2015 includes plans to construct 1,600 kilometers (990 miles) of new electrified railway lines and upgrade 2,700 kilometers (1,700 miles) of existing railway stations. 

Kazakhstan Railway

Given the vast expanse of Kazakhstan's territory and the considerable distances between cities and regions, air travel plays a crucial role in domestic transportation. With 11 airports in Kazakhstan operating under the open sky regime, foreign carriers have more opportunities to operate flights to and from these airports. These open sky airports include Astana, Almaty, Shymkent, Aktau, Karaganda, Uskemen, Pavlodar, Kokshetau, Taraz, Petropavl, and Semey.One notable achievement is the increase in Kazakhstan's aviation safety record, reaching 84% in December 2021. This is 15% higher than the global average, based on an audit conducted by the ICAO Coordinated Validation Mission. This improvement in aviation safety is a positive development for the country and its aviation industry. Kazakhstan has several domestic airlines that serve various regions within the country.Some of the major domestic airlines in Kazakhstan include:<hr><figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:100%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td><a href="https://airastana.com/global/en-us/">Air Astana:&nbsp;</a>Air Astana is the national flag carrier and the largest airline in Kazakhstan. It operates an extensive domestic network, connecting major cities and regions across the country, including Almaty, Nur-Sultan, Shymkent, Aktobe, and more.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.scat.kz/en/">SCAT Airlines:&nbsp;</a>SCAT Airlines is one of the largest domestic carriers in Kazakhstan. It provides services to numerous cities and towns within the country, making it a popular choice for domestic travel.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://www.flyqazaq.com/en/">Qazaq Air:&nbsp;</a>Qazaq Air is a regional airline in Kazakhstan that primarily operates domestic flights, especially to cities and towns in the western regions of the country.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="http://ww7.bekair.com/">Bek Air:&nbsp;</a>Bek Air offers domestic flights to several cities within Kazakhstan, making it convenient for travelers looking to explore various regions.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="https://flyarystan.com/en">FlyArystan:&nbsp;</a>FlyArystan is a low-cost airline and a subsidiary of Air Astana. It offers affordable domestic flights to multiple destinations in Kazakhstan, allowing budget-conscious travelers to explore the country.</td></tr><tr><td><a href="http://en.zhezair.com/">Zhezkazgan Air:&nbsp;</a>Zhezkazgan Air primarily serves the city of Zhezkazgan in central Kazakhstan. It offers domestic flights connecting this city to other parts of the country.</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Kazakhstan boasts a significant number of airports, with a total of 97 airports as of 2012. However, it's worth noting that there were reports of 449 airports in the country back in 2001. 

Domestic Airlines

About Car rental with driver<hr>Our drivers are highly trained in driving in the city and Kazakhstan countryside. We take pride in our drivers who will provide not only safe and skilled driving but are friendly and courteous. We provide English speaking drivers and all of them are willing to work on weekend. The price is usually inclusive of additional driver fees, fuel and toll fees. We can supply car rental services daily, monthly or long term period with special offers.&nbsp;TRANSFERS FROM/TO AIRPORT &amp; TRAIN STATION<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:19.14%;"><col style="width:14.62%;"><col style="width:13.64%;"><col style="width:12.27%;"><col style="width:13.75%;"><col style="width:13.27%;"><col style="width:13.31%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Routes&nbsp;</td><td>Duration</td><td>4 seats</td><td>7 seats</td><td>12-18 seats</td><td>24 seats</td><td>45 seats</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="2">Pick up/ Drop off Service&nbsp; from/to airport</td><td>One way</td><td>100USD</td><td>140USD</td><td>160USD</td><td>180USD</td><td>220USD</td></tr><tr><td>Round way</td><td>160USD</td><td>220USD</td><td>240USD</td><td>260USD</td><td>350USD</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="2">Pick up/ Drop off Service from/to train station</td><td>One way</td><td>80USD</td><td>100USD</td><td>120USD</td><td>140USD</td><td>180USD</td></tr><tr><td>Round way</td><td>140USD</td><td>180USD</td><td>200USD</td><td>220USD</td><td>300USD</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;CAR RENTAL SERVICE<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:15.05%;"><col style="width:37.73%;"><col style="width:12.57%;"><col style="width:17.29%;"><col style="width:17.36%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td rowspan="2">Number of Seats</td><td rowspan="2">The type of Vehicles</td><td>In the city</td><td colspan="2">Outside of thecity by per km and per day:</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2">Per day</td><td>Per km</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="2">3-4</td><td>Japanese &amp; Korean Sedans</td><td>100USD</td><td>n/a</td><td>n/a</td></tr><tr><td>Japanese &amp; Korean Jeeps (Land Cruiser 80, 100, 200, Lexus 470, 570, Nissan Patrol, etc)</td><td>180USD</td><td>160USD</td><td>1.5USD</td></tr><tr><td rowspan="2">5-7</td><td>Russian Minivan (Purgon)</td><td>n/a</td><td>120USD</td><td>1.7USD</td></tr><tr><td>Japanese Minivan (Delica)</td><td>100USD</td><td>130USD</td><td>1.8USD</td></tr><tr><td>8-12</td><td>Korean Minivan (Starex)</td><td>120USD</td><td>150USD</td><td>1.9USD</td></tr><tr><td>20-24</td><td>Tourist Country Bus</td><td>160USD</td><td>180USD</td><td>2USD</td></tr><tr><td>40-45</td><td>Tourist Bus</td><td>220USD</td><td>260USD</td><td>3USD</td></tr><tr><td>8</td><td>Limousine Service</td><td>800USD</td><td>n/a</td><td>n/a</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>SERVICE INCLUDED:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Expense for fuel, insurance, toll fee and parking fee</li><li>Salary and allowance for driver</li><li>New and Air conditioned car</li><li>Food for the driver (during day trips)</li></ul><figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:24.71%;"><col style="width:25.37%;"><col style="width:24.96%;"><col style="width:24.96%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td colspan="4">FOR COUNTRY SIDE USE</td></tr><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fdelica.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=6c38af77-4d16-44a3-a539-7dbbde1c4bfb"><figcaption>Mitsubishi Delica 4x4</figcaption></figure></td><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fland_cruiser.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=6af5bee0-e71d-4240-ba97-e10f1798d732"><figcaption>Toyota Land cruiser 4x4</figcaption></figure></td><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fpurgon.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=98429fea-397f-49e7-bbd4-6b4db467e19d"><figcaption>UAZ Furgon 4x4</figcaption></figure></td><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fcountry_bus.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=466dac3c-f957-482f-ad92-15be42d6a751"><figcaption>County Bus</figcaption></figure></td></tr><tr><td colspan="4">FOR CITY USE</td></tr><tr><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fsedan.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=ad886035-893e-4a7c-ab63-08c31b9a4df9"><figcaption>Japanese &amp; Korean Sedans</figcaption></figure></td><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Falphard.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=d873ab98-3d3b-418d-8139-5a849e785fa5"><figcaption>Japanese Minivan (Alphard)</figcaption></figure></td><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Fcity_bus.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=0323b155-fddf-4bb0-b265-da81a5979da1"><figcaption>Tourist Bus</figcaption></figure></td><td><figure class="image"><img src="https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/kerege-travel.appspot.com/o/ckeditor%2Flimusine.jpg?alt=media&amp;token=5054a44b-139d-4c4f-9c41-ca54d3941fe5"><figcaption>Limousine</figcaption></figure></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

Our drivers are highly trained in driving in the city and Kazakhstan countryside. We take pride in our drivers who will provide not only safe and skilled driving but are friendly and courteous. We provide English speaking drivers and all of them are willing to work on weekend.

Car rental service

About tour Guide and Interpreting service<hr>Should you travel to Kazakhstan even for vacation, business or special projects without a tour guide/ interpreter/ translator? It is better to have one along. We can arrange skilled tour guide or professional-level translator/interpreter to accompany you on designated visits. Get your reservation now by booking form.&nbsp;TRANSLATOR / INTERPRETING SERVICE IN KAZAKHSTAN:&nbsp;Cost in USD per day: (Working hours: 09AM-18:00PM)<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:26.24%;"><col style="width:27.01%;"><col style="width:24.16%;"><col style="width:22.59%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Languages</td><td>Per day&nbsp;</td><td>Half day</td><td>Pickup from/to airport</td></tr><tr><td>English</td><td>100USD</td><td>70USD</td><td>n/a</td></tr><tr><td>German</td><td>100USD</td><td>70USD</td><td>n/a</td></tr><tr><td>Russian</td><td>100USD</td><td>70USD</td><td>n/a</td></tr><tr><td>Chinese</td><td>100USD</td><td>70USD</td><td>n/a</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Note: For one extra hour, please pay extra charge N/A&nbsp;TOUR GUIDE SERVICE IN KAZAKHSTAN:Cost in USD per day: (Working hours: 09AM-18:00PM)<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:20.97%;"><col style="width:20.48%;"><col style="width:21.8%;"><col style="width:19.94%;"><col style="width:16.81%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>Languages&nbsp;</td><td>1-2 Travelers</td><td>3-5 Travelers</td><td>6-9 Travelers</td><td>Up to 10 Travelers</td></tr><tr><td>English</td><td>120USD</td><td>140USD</td><td>160USD</td><td>200USD</td></tr><tr><td>German</td><td>120USD</td><td>140USD</td><td>160USD</td><td>200USD</td></tr><tr><td>Russian</td><td>120USD</td><td>140USD</td><td>160USD</td><td>200USD</td></tr><tr><td>Chinese</td><td>120USD</td><td>140USD</td><td>160USD</td><td>200USD</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>Note: For one extra hour, please pay extra charge N/A&nbsp;<figure class="table" style="width:100%;"><table class="ck-table-resized"><colgroup><col style="width:49.95%;"><col style="width:50.05%;"></colgroup><tbody><tr><td>SERVICE EXCLUSIONS:</td><td>SERVICE CONDITIONS:</td></tr><tr><td>In addition to the rate above, you are responsible for:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Local transportation costs (taxi-meter etc.)</li><li>Admission fees for the guide (Monastery, museums, etc.)</li><li>Lunch for the guide (during day trips) or soft drink at night clubs you visit during night tours.</li></ul></td><td><ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Please respect your guide during time spent with you</li><li>It is NOT a dating or sex service</li><li>Your guide may not accompany you anywhere that is inappropriate (your hotel room) or unsafe</li><li>Booking should be made at least 24 hours in advance.</li></ul></td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;

Should you travel to Kazakhstan even for vacation, business or special projects without a tour guide/ interpreter/ translator? It is better to have one along. We can arrange skilled tour guide or professional-level translator/interpreter to accompany you on designated visits.