Altai holidays and the Chuisky tract

An amazing tour to Altai, where you will find magnificent Blue lakes available only in winter, wintering of white swans on Lake Lebedinoe, active entertainment, including exciting descents on a chairlift and lessons in snowboarding and downhill skiing for all levels. 

You will immerse yourself in the energy of Altai with the help of a ceremony that creates a special atmosphere of unity. Relax in the sauna by the lake after a winter swim, which will give you a unique feeling. Take a ride along the Chui highway with its mighty mountains and breathtaking passes, take a look at the eye of the Earth – Geyser Lake in the winter version. Your unforgettable adventures in Altai are waiting for you!

Location

Gorno-Altaysk/city Novosibirsk/city Barnaul
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 3 – 7 January, 2025
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Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 40 people
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Gorno-Altaysk/city Novosibirsk/city Barnaul
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Blue Lakes
The lakes open only in winter, there is a bathhouse on the shore where you can warm up and swim
Swan Lake
We will see snow-white whooper swans, feed the birds and take pictures
Active recreation at the GLK "Manzherok"
We will visit a ski resort where everyone will find something to do
Chuisky tract
You will go on a tour of one of the most beautiful trails in the world

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival, "The Eyes of Katun"

    9:30 a.m. Breakfast at the Kedrovy Ostrov Hotel (extra charge).

    11:00 Visit to a unique place – Blue Lakes.

    The eyes of Katun, which are never seen in the warm season, the lakes open only in autumn when the water level in Katun falls. 

    There is a sauna on the shore of the lakes, where you can warm up after swimming (a visit to the bathhouse is paid additionally).

    15:00 Check-in at the hotels, free time.

    19:00 Dinner, SPA or sauna optional (SPA and sauna are booked in advance, extra charge).

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  • Day 2 - Swan Lake
  • Day 3 - Manzherok Ski Resort
  • Day 4 - Chuisky tract
  • Day 5 - Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone
Tour organizer's comments

The difficulty is basic, a lot of hiking, no special training is required.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation at the Altika Hotel or similar.

The cost of the tour for 1 person with double occupancy is 63,900 rubles.

Single occupancy and additional. place on request.

For children, there is a discount from 3 to 10%, calculated individually.

Eco-hotel "Altika" 4 nights
Rooms of the "Standard" and "Standard plus" class are 2-3 bed accommodation.
In the room: double bed, or two single beds, additional availability. seats, towels, kettle, bathroom, TV, mini fridge, panoramic window, view of Katun and the pine forest. 
On-site restaurant, buffet breakfast, sauna, spa, massage.
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Tour conditions

Group
up to 40 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Gorno-Altaysk/city Novosibirsk/city Barnaul

Included in price

  • transfer from Novosibirsk and Gorno-Altaisk;
  • Hotel accommodation;
  • breakfast at the hotel (from 2 days);
  • the entire excursion program (except for additional excursions);
  • guide-escort;
  • excursion ascent on Manzherok.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Novosibirsk or Gorno-Altaysk and back;
  • breakfast on the 1st day – about 350 rubles.;
  • lunches and dinners – the average check is 1,000 rubles.;
  • sauna on the Blue Lakes – 600 rubles.;
  • excursion to Patmos island 2,000 rubles/person.;
  • Christmas dinner with sparkling wine – 2,500 rubles/person.;
  • accommodation before and after the tour:
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Seasonal clothing, thermal underwear, thermal socks, ski suit, hat, protective cream, flat shoes, waterproof gloves, balaclava, equipment (if available). 

All necessary equipment: skis, poles, boots, snowboard, mask, helmet - can be rented.

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Dates and Prices

  • from
    $638
    3 – 7 Jan, 2025 5 days 4 nights
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