KAZAKHSTAN SOLO TRAVEL - 8 hour train journey in a Post-Soviet country!

[@SyifaAdriana]

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[@elisabetta4478]

Judging your first video, especially the interaction with locals on the train and outside, it seems, Kazakhs are warm people. That's absolutely a plus point for tourists.

[@SyifaAdriana]

It takes a bit of extra effort to break the ice with the Kazakh but once they open up, you'll be surprised by the warmth! Thanks so much for watching.

[@mauvehawaii]

domestic violence pretty bad there. public face is another thing.

[@piotr3020]

Thank you for a video Tomorrow I start my trip to Kazakhstan. Best regards from Poland 🇵🇱

[@Nkmzh17]

👏🏻👏🏻

[@smartmccassy6563]

Syifa never disappoints. She does an excellent job with camera angles, explanation and locals engagement. Of course, not forgetting that Kazakhstan is truly a beautiful country with very sweet people. Looking forward to watching more of her videos about different Kazakhstan cities and countryside.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Awww this is so very kind of you McCassy! Truly warms my heart reading your comment. Thank you so so much!

[@rayhistoria]

I agree! 😍

[@Vinnytimi]

Nice video! I’m half Indonesian and half Dutch from the Netherlands. I would love visit Kazakstan someday!

[@SyifaAdriana]

How nice! I am sure you'll enjoy visiting any countries in Central Asia. I highly recommend flying into Istanbul then to any of these major cities to enter the region. Best of luck!

[@dibaskg]

I’m an introvert myself, I’ve seen/heard you in another video describe yourself the same way, so I can’t even begin to express how much I admire what you do. What has worked miracles for me is football, either going to attend matches, or just wearing a football shirt. It’s a fantastic ice-breaker. The other day, in Bishkek, I went to watch a game of the local top division, unknown among unknowns, and by halftime I was talking to four guys (who spotted me, a foreigner) with several others “eavesdropping”. You get invited out, given tips, and generally have a simply “ok” experience turn into a “memorable” experience, all thanks to sharing moments with… total strangers. Anyway… Enjoy the rest of your time in Central Asia!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment! That's so very kind of you! What an amazzing experience in Bishkek. It's my favorite city in Central Asia and I find the kyrgyz to be really approachable. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@planetlondon6145]

The most homely or people friendly train I have ever seen.

[@SyifaAdriana]

That's so nice to hear! Thanks a lot for watching.

[@bapakdirumah1198]

Love from Indonesian 🇲🇨

[@digitalmindsstudio]

Kazakhstan is an amazing country.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed, an underrated one!

[@habibulmasud4576]

Hi Syifa , thank you for choosing Central Asia for your travel vlog. Central Asia is very rich in history & culture. Hope you will show us all the historical cities in your next vlogs. Take care & best wishes 🥰

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Habibul! Central Asia has always been the region I planned to visit since 2018. Thanks for watching!

[@habibulmasud4576]

@@SyifaAdriana 🥰

[@emanuelcabrera8838]

Hi Syifa. Glad to watch your Silk Road first stop, Kazakhstan. It is so beautiful and the people is so friendly. I wish I can watch more of the Kazakhstan videos to see more about it. But, I hope the next destination you will be heading to will be so fascinating as well.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Hello Emanuel, thank you so much for your lovely comment! Yes, I intend to visit more areas in Kazakhstan and had been planning my itinerary along the way. However, due to Kazakhstan's massive size, time and financial constraints are my biggest challenges. So I had to be calculative in deciding my overland journey when in Central Asia. Thanks again for watching my video.

[@thornados4969]

Syifa's YT is expanding to the world's audience. The last time I noticed, she was a shy hijab posting videos in China. Now she is enjoying the experience of different cultures. Congrats. Road to 1M subs.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Aw thank you so much! Yes, so much has changed since that video. I no longer practice any religion and has embraced a more neutral approach in life, benefiting from the different cultures I learn along my journey. Thank you so much for your lovely comment!

[@romymongalini3838]

Hello there! What a large beautiful country and people. Keep healthy and keep on travelling to that part of Asia. Thank you again for bringing as along.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Romy for your comment and for watching! I have about 7 more videos from this region that is currently about to be edited.

[@susannayeu4471]

Awesome video. Beautiful Kazakhstan. Thank you Syifa for taking us on this amazing journey.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much Susanna for your lovely comment! x

[@jozefien.n]

The sleeper train looks exactly the same as taking the train from Austria to Croatia. Enjoyed seeing the trip.

[@SyifaAdriana]

I haven’t been to either one of them. Thank you so much for watching ☺️

[@АйнурНУРГАЛИЕВА-в8и]

Адриана я рада что ты была в моем родном городе в Кызылорде😍🤗❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Спасибо большое за Ваш комментарий! Как приятно читать, что ты из Кызылорды. Люди в Кызылорде были очень добры ко мне.

[@magzhantursunbayev8534]

Kyzylorda is a purely Kazakh speaking region in Kazakhstan, most people even don't speak Russian there.

[@LingkunganSekitarKu]

Thanks informative

[@Hbdrsyhueio]

Thank you for showing me the world out there, syifa. Wish you health and keep up your great work

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for your kind comment. You are so welcome!

[@stephenfrench4417]

Hello again my lady Intrepid. So lovely to tag along on your journey. It is so nice to see your interaction with the locals and language, with some assistance from Mr Google is no barrier. People are simply that seeking knowledge of each other. Just travel safe and be well always

[@SyifaAdriana]

Hello Stephen, thanks again for watching my video! I do enjoy having some interractions with the locals as it becomes the highlight of my journey. Best wishes!

[@StreetFoodSection]

Really great to see how you're enjoying your journey ❤️

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks a lot for watching!

[@gizza26]

You travel very similar to the way i do. Its always about the people we meet, and the experiences we have with locals that we rarely find in a busy tourist location. On another note, you can download a specific language to use offline, it has helped me on many occasions. Enjoy your adventure!

[@SyifaAdriana]

I agree, the people we meet on the road makes the journey even more meaningful. I tend to avoid touristy locations as locals generally would sell something to tourists. Ah yes I completely forgot to download for offline use as I was so ocuppied planning the next move due to circumstances at the time this video was filmed. Thanks again for watching!

[@PSHomeVideo]

You such a lovely woman, it isn't a surprise a random guy asks about your marital status :)) Keep doing your great videos!

[@philipceferino2400]

Finally my question is answered here in your Kazakhstan travel because i thought that you are a Filipina. have a safe travel, and God bless.

[@asmr_rico]

My favorite parts of traveling videos is about talking to locals

[@habibahyahya6412]

Missing you and your journey. Here you are again with the beautiful video. Thank you so much Syifa ♥️🇲🇾

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much! I have a lot of family obligations since July so the editing work has been delayed. I am working with my husband to catch up with editing work. Thanks for watching!

[@angelgegege]

What a lovely, lovely video!

[@arul2404]

This is arul from India, it's really great to see your video. I would like to travel around but it's not happening right now. So I really love whose travel around the world.❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you, Arul! Wishing you the very best for your future travels. Take care of yourself!

[@omwill7167]

This should be touch 1M as soon as Possible, really love how the vlog telling the journeys

[@omwill7167]

ah yeah, actually its my dream also , tapi yeaaaa....piye yo, wis kadung tuwek wkwkw

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much! That would be wonderful if the algorithm picks this video up haha. Thanks again for watching!

[@alberthepooh]

Kazakh word for thanking is "rakhmet" ("рахмет" in cyrillic)

[@rayhistoria]

You are rock, Adriana! And so cutie/sweetie woman! 😘 My husband and me are here in Almaty! We are brazilian. TKS for yours amazing vídeos. I'm learning english, yet... Sorry about that. My dream is speak like you, so clear and calm. Have a nice journey! 💞🙏💜

[@SyifaAdriana]

How kind of you. Thank you so much for your kind comment. I hope you are enjoying Almaty with your husband. Sending you hugs! x

[@matakasingarong7767]

Thank you for touring me into the central Asia.. It fasinate me to see a wide plains view during your train ride. This is a rare scenery being an South East Asian Filipino living in an archipelago. Forgive me for its only a like that I could give you for your awesome video. Life in the island is not that more priviledge. Take care always on your journey.

[@dp.chakma]

Excellent. Thanks Syifa for your continuous documentary.

[@dizheller2101]

Hello Syifa, so nice to travel with you again. I look forward to your travels in Uzbekistan. I was there in 2005 in Tashkent and then in Samarqand at the 'Sharq Taronalari' music festival - as always, to do with my music production job. That festival is end of August, beginning September. I'm looking forward to hearing your impressions of the country, and also to see what the country looks like now. Have a lovely time in Uzbekistan!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Hello Diz, so lovely to see your comment again. How incredible! I can imagine that your music production job takes you everywhere, how incredible. I think I had 3 videos filmed in Uzbekistan, 1 more from the border crossing to Uzbekistan, 2 from Tajikistan and 1 from Kyrgyzstan. This was prefilmed back in April-May :-) Best wishes!

[@dizheller2101]

@@SyifaAdriana Great, thanks Syifa. I look forward to watching them. 😁👍

[@edilynmanangkila3012]

I love your videos..im felt that i can be there..keep safe God bless you always. .watching from Mindanao, Philippines

[@locdwn5400]

Awesome travels! I enjoy watching your videos on all travels around all these former Soviet republics. I wanna go too now.

[@sckhoo]

i always like travelling on train. interact with the local is the best part. great video.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Me too, thanks a lot for watching!

[@daniyardossymbek2933]

Thank you for coming to Kazakhstan, hope you enjoy your trip! You beautifull, sweet and very pleasant traveler!

[@hlpajuh1977]

Glad to see you again on the journey!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@renatocalanoc3647]

I miss you syifa I am glad your back again.

[@ashokkumarpande9141]

Hi. Nice to you back. Your videos bring joy and happiness to me . Thank you

[@SyifaAdriana]

Hello, thank you so much for your kind comment Ashok

[@rusmoscow1971]

5:33 - Nowruz is the best holiday on Earth!

[@cocinarconflor7298]

Que bueno que sigues visitando más ciudades y diferentes países, perdona que hace días no veía tus nuevos vídeos, saludos amiga y gracias por mostrar esos vídeos , así puedo viajar junto contigo. Cuídate mucho Adriana.

[@acsrf1994]

suka banget sama cara ngambil gambarnya. penjelasannya dalam bahasa inggrisnya juga sangat sangat mudah dimengerti. sukses terus mba adriana

[@oscarbosio9881]

Yo no cambiaria nada del canal. Muy interesantes los videos para todos los que nos gustan lugares poco conocidos, no tan turisticos de diferentes paises, algo que de otra forma nos seria imposible conocer. Saludos.

[@marinbancos]

A great and interesting country geographically and culturally. You had a great trip, the train looks spacious and clean. People are nice, but the language barrier is always a problem. I have been waiting for this video, thank you Syifa for sharing and please if possible subtitle.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Marin! This trip felt slightly easier as it was only 8 hour journey, which is shorter than what I am normally used to. Thank you again, I have added the Romanian subtitle for your convenience. 😊

[@marinbancos]

Hello Syifa. I want to tell you that the subtitle does not come in. But it's okay. i understand english but sometimes i can confuse, i learned a lot of english from your videos, you speak clear english very easy to understand. Thank you I'm waiting for your next video, it's great Asia travel content. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@fatventure3453]

I just inspired,for your courage to travel alone ,will do use your videos to be my guide soon❤❤❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Ahhh thank you so much! Wishing you the very best of luck 😊

[@harshidshah1]

in russian influenced country raiway platforms are of low level while england influenced country like india platform is at same level as train carriage. otherwise all carriage worl-wide are nearly similar sitting and sleeping facilities

[@abirbo]

Lovely video Syifa!!! I love how you explain stuff and your interactions with people. Brilliant commentary! I'm from India and absolutely appreciate your content. I'm fairly new to your channel and trying cover your tours, though slowly. Please visit China someday. Would love to see the country through your lenses. Also, Cuba and Brazil!

[@SyifaAdriana]

Hello thanks so much for your comment! I used to live in China throghout 2017-2018. Thanks again for your kind support.

[@abirbo]

@@SyifaAdriana Thanks for replying. Yes, I read it in your bio that you taught in China. Still would love to see China through your lenses as a traveler!

[@SyifaAdriana]

My style of vlogging was different back then and my editing skill was really basic. I have over 45 videos from my past time in China kzbin.info/aero/PLonhezuZQT1bAA1kClXr-akOT4TOodGmG&si=VLj9BuHw85ub7DW1@@abirbo

[@abirbo]

@@SyifaAdriana Thank you 🙏🏻

[@sambireddydevagiri6247]

We are glad to see you again in you tube

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much

[@ashimkumarchatterjee9092]

Hi Syifa 🌹 lovely description of traveling _ train journey Kazakhstan 🇰🇿.

[@carriejiramuny7051]

Great content as always ❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Carrie! I am now in Chiang Mai for the next 3 weeks. Whereabouts are you?

[@carriejiramuny7051]

@@SyifaAdriana Oh wow! So Thailand video is coming? I live in Bangkok 😊 I hope you're having fun in Chiang Mai right now.

[@SyifaAdriana]

No unfortunately, I am not going to film any videos here and chose CM as our base for the month before heading to Japan. I am with Dave only to live and do our work :D Thank you so much for your kind comment, Carrie! @@carriejiramuny7051

[@carriejiramuny7051]

@@SyifaAdriana 😊😊😊

[@muhammadichsan3081]

Kerenn Syifa...baca Bismillah dlm setiap prjalanan agar selamat, berkah dan sehat. Kerenn

[@SyifaAdriana]

I am an ex Muslim and dont practice any religious beliefs.

[@marilynencinas4089]

Enjoy your travel Syifa, I really like watching you video. Take care. ♥️

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much Marilyn! So glad to hear your kind comment.

[@Vacation--Ventures]

Hi my dear syifa sis.. nice to see you after long time lots of love from nepal 🇳🇵

[@SyifaAdriana]

Dhannyabad

[@khueshekiho8306]

Safe journey my Sis😘

[@jeff051]

Blessings and safe travel,it'd be lovely if Dave accompany you on this trip! ❤😂

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you, Jeff! Dave would join some time in the Uzbekistan video. We were together for 4 weeks when I was in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. The nature of his profession makes it a bit challenging to film with me whenever but we try to always be together.

[@theotherHOLLYWOOD]

Hello again, Syifa. Thank you for another epic adventure. Sorry to hear you had some illness, along the way. Having only visited Almaty, I was curious about the rest of Kazakhstan, so thank you for a glimpse into that area.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Hello Len, thanks again for your comment and recent PayPal donations. That's so sweet and generous of you. Yes I got sick due to exhaustion and stress as travel this way requires a healthy mind and body :-D I was in Central Asia for 9 weeks so that I had enough time visiting 4 countries I intend to see. If I were to have more time and money, I would've visited East Kazakhstan, the Altai mountains. However with my overlanding itinerary, it wouldn't make sense. Anyway, I hope you enjoyed watching this video 😊

[@NewSekaaGongJaksel]

Hi syifa, Hi kazakh...❤ It's a luck to found yr video😊

[@Achmad905]

Halo syifa. Its long time didnt see your travel video. Its nice n beautiful place. Thanks for the great video. Take care n bye syifa

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@JeanRoseOfficial]

I've been waiting for your video Syifa. Take care always in your travel. Much love

[@SyifaAdriana]

Aw thank you so much, that's very kind. Much love x

[@jawanshinglai8724]

Glad to see you again after long time nice blogs

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much Jawan!

[@surantachakma4784]

I was watching you content from one and half year back i really like the way u interact with other people good luck lot of love from northeast india🎉🎉

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks for your comment! That's so very kind

[@natarajanshaji6674]

Hello , Syifa Mam . Myself as a travel enthusiast & having born in Brunei took a deep interest when I happened to view UR travel episodes to Central Asian Countries as a Solo traveller. All Clips R very informative & useful for reference. On my part I visited a few countries in S.E. Asia including Bali Island & Sri Lanka. Aslo had the opportunity to make a visit to Moscow & then to St.Petersburg by *Sapsan * superfast train. Once even made a trip to the Lakshadweep group of Islands off the West Coast of S. India in the Arabian Sea. Wishing U all best in UR future travel endeavours. NB : Currently am staying in a small State known as *God's Own Country* in S.India .

[@keikibatir1496]

in Kazakh language thank you - like rahmet

[@Justin_Leah]

Happy to see another video of Kazakhatan! Curious, what cameras do you use and what editing program do you prefer. Happy Travels! ~JB

[@SyifaAdriana]

Ah thank you so much, Justin and Leah. I list my filming equipment here: www.amazon.co.uk/shop/syifaadriana but mostly Sony A6600 & 16-55mm F2.8 with Go Pro 9 on this video. I always use a separate microphone; wireless and shotgun to enhance the audio. Editing program I used to use was Final Cut Pro but recently switched to DaVinci Resolve. Hope it helps!

[@monicacrimaharani9642]

Hi Mba Syifa, such a blessed to find your channel here. If one day you need some guide to Yunnan (Shangrila etc),you may contact me. Take care

[@MadMax-bht]

Such a strong and beautiful would you are. Much love from Bhutan. Keep well

[@mytravelvlogs09]

Almaty is very beautiful and people are very nice helpful

[@SyifaAdriana]

Indeed they are

[@mytravelvlogs09]

@@SyifaAdriana yes 😊

[@voyagerUH]

I always dream of being a world traveler. And be a part of your audience is such an honor for me to stick with my next destination voyage. Hopefully. Terimakasih ka Syifa :)

[@KashifAli-qv1xo]

Safiya smile is beautiful❤🎉😂

[@selvarajkannan9923]

Exhilarating of your succeeding travel game 👏.Estimable Syifa ji.I atrophied that education means training of mind and you melt others heart by your velvety heart and blameless smile 🙏🇮🇳.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much for your kind comment and support!

[@hannahhobday]

Hi Syfia , I've been following you. I have some question. Did you bought your train ticket in advanced (online) or you just turn up in a train station on the day you intend to travel?

[@FRANLopezRiveiros]

Buen video, nos has acercado la realidad de las comunicaciones, el paisaje no es muy varado. 😊

[@SyifaAdriana]

¡Muchas gracias por su hermoso comentario! Lo aprecio mucho

[@upulpriyanthagunasekara4387]

Hi, thanks dear ❤

[@wjo576]

Greetings from Bahrain...you inspire me. Are there local day tour agencies in kazakhstan and Uzbekistan as it quite daunting to cover all important sights for a solo traveller. Many thanks

[@aaronmiller5109]

Yes torist agensy.

[@Kiiii642]

Салем! Айналып қана кетейін. Неткен сүйкімді, қылықты жан едің❤ Сәлемет бол!

[@irulstrations]

kereeen. . liputan kota tua di england kak. .

[@arifin8148]

Aku baru nemu channelnya kk, kayaknya aku akan menyukai perjalanan kk. Hati2 di jln ya kak.

[@alimohtashimkhan2711]

Beautiful.

[@ZoenChannel67]

selamat beraktifitas, semoga sukses selalu dan terima kasih sharingnya

[@SyifaAdriana]

Many thanks for watching!

[@WannabeOverlander]

Hello 👋🏻🤠 I liked a lot vast landscapes of Kazakhstan. Do you know you can actually download most major languages in to Google translator app and then translate off line? I used that method in central Asia.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Sami! Yes I do know that but I completely forgot to download it before embarking on my 8 hour train hahaha. How wonderful! When and where did you go in Central Asia?

[@joegeorge7577]

Fascinating 🎉

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thanks for watching Joe

[@minlun4880]

Beautiful😍

[@maszainal3300]

Terima kasih

[@edo_uard]

I really enjoy all of your videos mbak. Keren-keren 😊

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much, Edo! I am glad.

[@siannietan3978]

Terima kasih Syifa,saya rencana ingin ke Kazakhstan tahun depan❤

[@SyifaAdriana]

Best of luck and enjoy your travels!

[@Nelson.P20]

I enjoyed watching your travel video. But I personally think that travelling in Indian railways will give your better expereinces though the trains , at least most of them are very crowded. Try trvelling on the newere High Speeed trains like the Vhande Bharatn from Delhi to any part of the country. You'll not only enjoy the food but the scenery as well.Come to Siliguri which is in North Bengala and carry on to Darjeeling or Sikkim.

[@yuzaboy8716]

Salam dari indonesia 🇮🇩👍🙏

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you

[@upulpriyanthagunasekara4387]

Very very thanks for your videos.They are very valuable.I invite you to visit Sri Lanka.

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you! I visited Sri Lanka in 2019 already and produced 18 travel videos.

[@beliorao1709]

Syifa you are soul

[@sunaryonoyono3794]

Mbak Syfa , mumpung di Khazaktan mbok yo oo mampir sekalian ke Rusia ke Gamelan Dadali Moskow lah , apalagi pas gending2 Jawa merdu mengumandang syahdu , waooooooooo mantap bin kruta , kelasna , Suka sekali mbak , spasiba obrigado ,

[@haopuhaokip9909]

Madam, awesome keep going and stay blessed..

[@SyifaAdriana]

Thank you so much

[@luthfial-furqon3802]

Wah seperti ada cerita di kereta , membawakan sebuah cerita kereta adalah rumah kita,asal jangan merusaknya🙏.

[@prabhakarmetri6371]

😂Nice smile great job

[@aya93]

Вы такая милая😍

[@padamsinggurung2900]

i like your voice❤❤❤ I´am from nepal

[@SyifaAdriana]

Dhannyabad

[@Azizali_khan]

I love this video

[@dar_khan_]

omg u need to visit East Kazakhstan to Altai Nature PLS

[@SyifaAdriana]

I was actaully very intrigued to go to the Altai region but it wouldn't make sense for my border crossing journey.

[@altynbekisturganov6332]

the name ZhanDos translated from Kazakh as SoulMate (Zhan - Soul, Dos - Friend)

[@umeeshsubba5837]

So cute 😊😊