TAS → SVO

Western Tian Shan

Shortly after departure from Tashkent, the snow-capped peaks of the Chatkal range are visible to the east.

Barsa-Kelmes Reserve

The northern remnants of the Aral Sea, showing more water retention and the unique plateaus of the former island.

Mugodzhar Hills

The southern-most extension of the Ural Mountains, appearing as weathered rocky ridges in the Kazakh steppe.

Samara Bend

The dramatic 180-degree turn of the Volga River around the Zhiguli Mountains, one of the most scenic points in Russia.

Meshchera Lowlands

Dense, dark green pine and birch forests that signal your entry into the Moscow region's humid continental zone.

Moscow Skyline

On the standard approach to SVO, the right side often catches the distant glitter of the Moscow City skyscrapers.

Kyzylkum Desert

Expansive vistas of red sand dunes and ancient riverbeds stretching across northern Uzbekistan shortly after takeoff.

South Aral Sea

View the dramatic environmental transformation of the shrinking sea and the vast salt flats of the Aral-Kum Desert.

Caspian Lowlands

The route skims the northern edges of the Caspian depression, showing unique endorheic drainage patterns.

Volga River Crossing

A spectacular crossing of Europe's longest river, often passing near the city of Saratov and its massive bridges.

Ryazan Region

Traditional Russian landscapes featuring a patchwork of agricultural fields and historic provincial towns.