IST → TSE

Bosphorus & Istanbul

Directly after takeoff, catch a glimpse of the strait dividing two continents and the dense urban sprawl of Istanbul.

Caucasus Mountains

Dramatic views of snow-capped peaks, including the distant silhouettes of Mount Elbrus and the main range.

Caspian Sea Traverse

A long crossing over the world's largest inland sea, showing deep turquoise waters and coastal cliffs.

Ustyurt Plateau

Remarkable desert landscapes with white chalk cliffs and eroded geological formations in Mangystau.

Steppe Sunset

On evening flights, the setting sun casts long shadows and vibrant orange hues across the Kazakh plains.

Black Sea Horizon

Expansive views of the deep blue Black Sea as the aircraft leaves Turkish airspace and heads northeast.

Volga-Caspian Basin

The northern reaches of the Caspian Sea where the Volga River's influence creates unique delta patterns.

Kashagan Oil Fields

Look for offshore infrastructure and artificial islands in the shallow northern waters of the Caspian.

The Great Steppe

Endless stretches of the Kazakh Steppe, transitioning from semi-desert to grassy plains.

Tengiz Salt Lakes

Clusters of shimmering white salt flats and seasonal lakes characteristic of northern Kazakhstan.