DME → CIT

Moscow Suburbs

Expansive views of the birch forests and sprawling residential areas south of Moscow shortly after takeoff.

Volga River

A stunning aerial view of Europe's longest river as it winds through the heart of western Russia.

Southern Urals

The gentle foothills of the southern Ural range marking the geographic transition into Asia.

The Great Steppe

A vast, uninterrupted horizon of the Kazakh steppe, showcasing the scale of the Central Asian landscape.

Karatau Mountains

Sharp, rocky ridges that emerge as the flight begins its descent into the Shymkent region.

Tian Shan Vista

Breathtaking distant views of the snow-capped Celestial Mountains bordering Kyrgyzstan.

Oka River Valley

Scenic meandering river loops through the agricultural heartland of the Russian Federation.

Pre-Caspian Basin

The shifting terrain as the landscape becomes increasingly arid and desolate near the Kazakhstan border.

Aral Basin

A distant view of the salt flats and remaining water bodies of the North Aral Sea basin.

Kyzylkum Desert

The striking orange and red sands of the desert, featuring unique wind-carved dune patterns.

Syr Darya River

A vital ribbon of blue and green cutting through the desert, indicating the approach to Shymkent.

Shymkent Perimeter

Views of the industrial outskirts and modern urban development of the city upon final landing.