Altai Winter Fairy Tale: Christmas Tour

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We suggest you go to Altai – winter, fabulous and charming.

You will have a break from the hustle and bustle of the city, be filled with the energy of the mountains, see fabulous landscapes and make a secret wish in the special atmosphere of the Uymon valley.

Unforgettable snowmobile and sleigh rides to the Multin Lakes and the Bashtali plateau, an observation deck in the village of Tyungur, a trip through the Uimon Valley, collecting tea from under the snow and a delicious Christmas dinner are waiting for you.

Location

Gorno-Altaysk

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Tour highlights

A boost of energy and peace of mind

Let's enjoy the winter beauty of the region, see fabulous landscapes, be filled with the energy of the mountains, listen to the silence

Meeting with the herbalist

We will hear a fascinating story about the healing properties of herbs of the Altai Mountains and collect a unique tea from under the snow

The mystical power of Altai

Let's make a secret wish in the special atmosphere of the Uymon Valley

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting at the airport of Gorno-Altaisk. Chuisky tract
Departure from Gorno-Altaysk (airport) at 10:00.
If all participants arrive earlier, then an earlier departure is possible, on the last arrival.
The road passes along the famous Chuisky highway among the rocky ridges of the Altai Mountains, then along the Kansk steppe into the Uimon valley.
Arrival in the village of Ust-Koksa.
Accommodation at the tourist complex.
Walk along the frozen Katun River to the confluence of the Katun and Koksa rivers or climb to the Lighthouse observation deck.
Supper.
An evening of dating.
By car: 375 km. Meals: dinner in a cafe.

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Day 2 - Bashtalinsky Plateau Snowmobile Tour
Snowmobile ride: one passenger in the back and one in the sleigh.
The ascent to the Bashtalinsky plateau is always unpredictable.
The weather in this place often changes, and each time you don't know exactly which starting point you're going to climb to.
The base place of the ascent is a cedar forest with a view of the entire Uimon valley and the city of Belukha.
If successful, additionally climb to the top of the plateau.
Upon returning to the base, skiing (additional rental fee), ice skating (additional rental fee), relaxing massage (additional fee) are possible.
By car: 150 km. Walking distance: 2 km. Meals: breakfast and dinner in a cafe, lunch-picnic.

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Day 3 - Snowmobile tour to the Multin Lakes
Transfer to the village of Multa-Maralnik.
Departure to the Lower Multinsky lake on snowmobiles with sleds.
The lake is located at an altitude of 1710 meters.
Hiking in the surroundings.
Return to Ust-Koksa.
Sauna (2 hours included). Steam room services are available for an additional fee.
By car: 80 km. Snowmobile: 30 km. Walking distance: 2 km. Meals: breakfast, dinner - in a cafe, lunch-snack.

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Day 4 - Meeting with the herbalist
Meeting with a family of herbalists, a fascinating story about the healing properties of herbs in the Altai Mountains.
You will collect a unique tea from under the snow.
We will have a tea ceremony with a tasting of aromatic herbal teas with alpine honey.
Christmas dinner.
By car: 40 km. Walking distance: 2 km. Meals: breakfast and dinner in a cafe, lunch-picnic.

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Day 5 - Departure
Breakfast.
Departure to Gorno-Altaysk at 09:00.
Arrival in Gorno-Altaysk at 15:00.
Completion of the tour.
Accommodation at the hotel (independently).
Recommended hotels: "Beloved" (village of Maima), "Igman" (Gorno-Altaysk). Transfer to the airport on your own.
By car: 375 km. Meals: breakfast.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Camp Site

5 nights

Comfort

Basic+

Accommodation in 2-bed rooms at the eco-hotel Altair in Ust-Koksa village.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

	Economy	Standard	Junior Suite
For 2-bed accommodation	85 700	89 300	93 300
Additional place Altair – Standard rooms have a euro pad The rooms have a Junior Suite, a bed + a euro-cushion	79 300 (possible on request accommodation in 3 rooms local room, 3 main places)	81 300	83 300 bed 81 300 The euro pad
Single occupancy	102 500	113 300	125 300

Economy room.

Double and triple rooms with amenities per block (for three rooms). free Wi-Fi, Located on the second floor of a log house. Cozy rooms with a view of the forest. Two or three single beds or one double bed are possible. (room area 13.4 m2-15 m2), including residential 13.4 m2- 15 m2)

Standard Room

Cottage with mountain view. In the room: 2 beds, 2 bedside tables, table, hanger, chest of drawers, kettle, tea set, shower and toilet, hairdryer, TV, free Wi-Fi,. There is a choice of beds (two single beds or one double bed). Extra bed – euro-folding bed. (room area 17.5 m2, including living area 15.2 m2)

Junior Suite Room

A cottage with a view of the forest and the mountains. In the room: 2 or 3 beds, 2 bedside tables, table, hanger, chest of drawers, kettle, safe, tea set, shower and toilet, hairdryer, TV, free Wi-Fi,. There is a choice of beds (two single beds or one double bed). Extra bed – 1 bed / 1 euro bed. (room area 30 m2, including living area 26.2 m2) 2 rooms with 2 beds and 2 rooms with 3 beds)

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Tour conditions

Group

From 5 to 17 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Gorno-Altaysk

Included in price

meals included in the program (4 breakfasts, 3 picnic lunches/snacks, 4 dinners);
program maintenance;
guide services;
accommodation at the Altair eco-hotel (according to the selected category);
Gorno-Altaysk – Ust-Koksa – Gorno-Altaysk transfer from Ust-Koksy airport (transfer from Igman Hotel in Gorno-Altaysk is possible);
snowmobile tour to the Lower Multinsky Lake, Bashtalinsky plateau;
Guided tour with an herbalist;
recreational fees;
sauna for 2 hours.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Gorno-Altaysk and back;
meals not specified in the program (meals on the road);
tips for guides;
insurance.

It's important to know

passport;
down jacket;
valenki or other warm shoes;
snow gaiters;
balaclava;
insulated ski suit;
a set of warm thermal underwear;
thermos;
a small backpack for radial exits;
a warm hat;
cotton gloves and warm mittens-gloves;
wool sweater;
T-shirts 2-3 pieces;
wool socks 2 pairs;
socks are thin 3-4 pairs;
personal hygiene items;
medicines: corn patches, bandage, elastic bandage, iodine, painkillers, for colds.

Dates and Prices

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$1,182

3 – 7 Jan, 2027 5 days 4 nights

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Anton

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13 Apr, 2025

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The tour managers did a great job, they put together a fantastic trip and even went the extra mile by providing additional gear for the participants, like tents, sleeping bags, and more.