OSS → KJA

Glaciated Peaks

High-altitude views of the snow-capped Central Tien Shan, including distant glimpses of peaks near the Chinese border.

Lake Balkhash

The striking turquoise and blue hues of this massive, crescent-shaped lake are visible during the first half of the cruise.

Altai Foothills

The rugged northern fringes of the Altai mountains as the aircraft transitions into Russian airspace.

Siberian Taiga

Densely packed coniferous forests that create a deep green carpet as the flight descends toward Krasnoyarsk.

Yenisey River

The mighty Siberian waterway appearing as a massive silver ribbon during the final approach into KJA.

Western Tien Shan

Dramatic views of the Chatkal and Talas mountain ranges immediately after departure from the Fergana Valley.

Kazakh Uplands

The Saryarka region's unique rolling hills and pale yellow steppe landscapes stretching toward the horizon.

Ob River Basin

Distal views of the expansive wetlands and winding tributaries that feed one of Siberia's greatest river systems.