Necklace of the Altai Mountains

After breakfast, we will have a fascinating walk around the surroundings of Lake Teletskoye. 

We will walk along the health path to the Third River and admire the small waterfalls. 

We will have lunch in a cozy cafe (not included in the price).

In the afternoon, we will get acquainted with the culture and way of life of the Altai people. 

We will visit a real Altai dwelling and learn about the traditions of this people. 

We will have a tasting of national dishes, and the hostess of the village will tell us about the sacred side of Altai. 

Our day will end with dinner and rest in a cozy hotel.

After breakfast, we will go on an exciting trip around Lake Teletskoye by boat. 

This lake, located in the northeast of the Altai Mountains, is not only one of the most beautiful natural sites, but also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 

It is also considered the “younger brother” of Lake Baikal due to its crystal clear water and is the second largest freshwater lake in the world. 

Once upon a time, the Altai tribes of Teles lived on the shores of the lake, so the Russian Cossacks who developed these lands called it “Telesky". 

The lake is also known as “Altyn-Kol" or “Golden Lake". 

During our trip, we will learn a lot of interesting legends and facts about the lake.

Its length is 78 kilometers, which will allow us to see the most beautiful and interesting places on its shores and visit waterfalls. 

Entrance to the waterfalls is paid separately (the cost is 360 rubles). 

At one of the waterfalls, Korbu, there is a local cuisine where you can try dishes from local fish, such as grayling chebureks or other local delicacies. 

Lunch is paid extra. 

We will get to the southern part of the lake and stay at the tourist base in the Chulyshman valley.

Sauna, dinner and rest.

After breakfast, we go to the Stone Mushrooms, a unique natural object. 

We have to cross the Chulyshman River by boat and climb to the Akkurum tract, where these mushrooms are located. 

Along the way, we will stop to enjoy the beauty of the valley. 

The Akkurum tract with Stone mushrooms is one of the Wonders of Russia and is located in the gorge of the Altai Nature Reserve. 

This place attracts tourists with its stone mushrooms, which are a type of kurums - clusters of stone blocks formed as a result of weathering and leaching of rocks. 

After an active walk, we will have a picnic on the riverbank. 

Then we move to the village of Aktash, where the ascent begins along the most picturesque pass - Katu-Yaryk.

The journey will take about 3 hours, but it's worth the time to see the beauty of this place. 

At the end of the day, we will stay at the tourist base in the village of Aktash in cozy houses with all amenities. 

In the evening, we will have dinner and rest after a busy day.

After breakfast, we will explore the local landscape surroundings. 

The Martian Mountains are a great place for photographers, lovers of geology and connoisseurs of beauty. 

These hills, painted in different colors, simply fascinate with their beauty. 

This unique place is located in the village of Kyzyl-Chin and translates from Turkic as “red gorge” (entrance fee is not included in the price).

Also on this day we will see the North Chui ridge with its snow-white peaks and an amazing landscape place - the Chui meanders and the lake of Mountain Spirits. 

Everyone who has ever been here is delighted with this place. 

This is an amazing mountain lake located at an altitude of about 2,800 meters. 

We will walk along the path to it, enjoying the beautiful views of the winding Chuya River from the observation deck.

In the evening, we will have dinner and time to relax after a busy day.

After breakfast, we will introduce you to Geyser Lake - this is a beautiful mountain lake with picturesque drawings on the bottom, which impresses all visitors with its beauty (entrance fee is not included in the price).

Also on this day we will visit the Mazhoy cascades - a place where the Chuya River roars through the gorge, creating a unique beauty. 

A walk through this place will give you real pleasure. 

We rest in the evening. 

Those who wish can order a sauna. 

And at the end of the day we will have a farewell dinner (usually our guests arrange a picnic and share their impressions of the tour around the campfire, if desired, on their own).

The Chuisky Tract is the oldest route from Siberia to Asia. 

Starting from Novosibirsk, it ends at the border with Mongolia. 

We will pass from S. Aktash to Gorno-Altaysk via two mountain passes, with stops at the confluence of mountain rivers.

We will be in Gorno-Altaisk around 17-18 hours.

We advise you to purchase plane tickets with an evening departure or the morning of the next day. 

Consult with the manager before purchasing tickets. 

Meals along the way in trusted cafes are not included in the price.