SAW → ALA

Kaçkar Mountains

Fly over the rugged, often snow-dusted ridges of the Pontic Alps in northeastern Turkey.

Southern Caspian Basin

Cross the Caspian Sea with views of the deep blue waters and the transition into the desert landscapes of Central Asia.

Kyzylkum Desert

The mesmerizing red sands and vast arid stretches of the Kyzylkum Desert provide a dramatic contrast to the flight's start.

Trans-Ili Alatau

A spectacular finale as the plane descends alongside the towering, glacier-carved peaks of the Tien Shan range.

Black Sea Coastline

Panoramic views of the northern Turkish coast and the vast expanse of the Black Sea shortly after departure.

Greater Caucasus Peaks

Distant but clear views of the high peaks of the Caucasus Mountains, including potential sightings of Mount Elbrus.

Ustyurt Plateau

A stark, moon-like landscape featuring unique geological formations and canyons in western Kazakhstan.

The Great Steppe

Witness the immense scale of the Kazakh steppe, a sea of grass and earth stretching to the northern horizon.