Baikonur is the first and largest cosmodrome on Earth. Its area is 3 times larger than Moscow. On this tour, you will see the gigantic engineering structures, discover the history of space exploration, and watch the real scheduled launch. You will feel the ground shake from the thrusters' power and see the launch from close range.
This journey brings together the entire history of Soviet and Russian cosmonautics. You will visit key points of the huge infrastructure of the cosmodrome. And inexpressible impressions of the real launch will stay with you forever.
Note that those dates are approximate and can be changed. Exact dates will be set a month before the launch.
In 5 days on this tour, you will:
Please note that this program is not available to citizens of unfriendly countries. To check if you are eligible to participate in this tour, please refer to the "Important to know" section.
Also note: the spaceport is a restricted object. To visit it, you need to submit your documents 45 days before the tour starts. We will take care of the registration of your pass.
You will witness all stages of launch preparation: from the rocket rollout to the final report confirming flight readiness
You will visit the assembly and testing facilities where rockets are integrated and inspected, and tour the cosmodrome's museum exhibitions
You will see the launch of a spacecraft with your own eyes
The day starts when we set out into the boundless Great Steppe — an ancient sea of grass stretching from China to Kalmykia. Upon arrival, our team will welcome you, assist with check-in, and provide a full mission briefing, covering all the unique aspects of this extraordinary event.
Today after an early rise you will go to the spaceport. At precisely 7:30 the assembly hall doors will part, and the rocket will greet daylight for the first time.
We’ll witness its installation into the launch system and discover its engineering secrets. This is the closest we’ll ever get to the vehicle – now begins the irreversible countdown. After positioning, we’ll visit the crown jewel of the cosmodrome: Launch Site 2.
Baikonur - the cradle of world cosmonautics. Testaments to the greatness of civilization are on every corner here - let's explore the main sites and learn the history of the world's first and largest cosmodrome.
Today you will visit the International Space School - the school has its own exhibition featuring crew rescue systems, space technology, and the "Proton" manned program spacecraft. You will be able to witness a rocket modeling championship at the International Space School and visit a Cosmodrome History Museum.
In the evening, you will have dinner and relax at the hotel.
Today is an introductory day to the history, realities, and future of humanity's space odyssey. As the narrative unfolds, we will witness the cyclopean structures of launch systems, capable of withstanding the power of lifting rockets generating hundreds of millions of horsepower.
Today you will see the "Soyuz" and “Zenit” launch complex. You will have lunch at the cosmodrome and visit cryogenic center (launch control center for the Energia launch vehicle), transport and erection system for the Energia launch vehicle and Gagarin's launch pad.
Also, visit to the SDI and MZK facilities, objects that were sealed for about 30 years, awaits you.
In the evening you will return to the town and have dinner.
By launch day, we will have prepared you to be a full-fledged team of specialists in the field of space flight. Any final details before the start can be clarified with the guides and complex specialists.
The day begins with breakfast before our departure to the legendary Baikonur Cosmodrome. Our first stop is the "Saturn" measurement point, where we learn about critical data of launching rockets, observing telemetry in real-time.
Next, we proceed to the "Proton" launch complex for an exclusive excursion into the world of heavy-lift rockets, getting up close with the powerful technology that has shaped space exploration.
We then transfer back to the city for lunch, followed by time for souvenir shopping to secure a memento of this incredible journey. After an early dinner, we will depart for the observation point to secure our vantage spot for the main event.
The day culminates in the breathtaking spectacle of a rocket launch, a powerful moment of ignition and ascent into the heavens. Following this unforgettable experience, we transfer back to the city.
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken to Kyzylorda airport.
You will stay in Galaxy Hotel located 10 minutes walk from the center of Baikonur town. Comfortable double rooms are at your service.
Each room has AC, refrigerator, TV, bathroom with shower.
Hotel facilities include a restaurant, gym, library, and conference room.
Active tours. You don’t have to be a sportsman, but you need to be strong enough to ride a snowmobile or go hiking in the mountains.
To participate in the tour it is necessary to submit the following information not later than 70 days before the start of the tour:
The issue of border permits is included in the tour.
You will be accompanied by an experienced English-speaking guide who will try to make your journey the most comfortable and informative.
All transfers will take place in a Mercedes Sprinter or Volkswagen Crafter minibus.
List of foreign states and territories prohibited from visiting Baikonur city and Cosmodrome. Please take this into consideration when applying:
• Australia, Albania, Andorra, Great Britain (including Jersey, Anguilla, British Virgin Islands, Gibraltar);
• European Union member states: Kingdom of Belgium, Republic of Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Kingdom of Denmark, Federal Republic of Germany, Republic of Estonia, Greece, Kingdom of Spain, French Republic, Ireland, Italian Republic, Republic of Cyprus, Republic of Latvia, Republic of Lithuania, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, Hungary, Republic of Malta, Kingdom of the Netherlands, Republic of Austria, Republic of Poland, Portuguese Republic, Romania, Republic of Slovenia, Slovak Republic, Republic of Finland, Kingdom of Sweden, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland;
• Iceland, Canada, Liechtenstein, Micronesia, Monaco, New Zealand, Norway, Republic of Korea, San Marino, North Macedonia, Singapore, United States, Taiwan (China), Ukraine, Montenegro, Switzerland, Japan.
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