Summer holidays in the Altai Mountains

Breakfast and in the morning a boat ride on the lake ‒ an excursion "Five wonders of the Golden Lake". 

Altyn-Kel means Golden Lake in Turkic. 

Even against the background of the fantastic beauties of Altai, this place is unique. 

As an exceptional natural value, Lake Teletskoye is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Cliffs and steep cliffs with giant cedars on the tops are a typical relief of the coastline of the marvelous lake. 

There are many picturesque canyons and coves here. 

We stop at 3 waterfalls, walk, take pictures. 

The mountain lake Teletskoye will not only delight with its landscapes, but also charge with special energy.

Teletskoye Lake is a sacred place for locals and a popular destination for tourists.

It is believed that this is the younger brother of Lake Baikal and it is necessary to visit it. 

After a boat trip, there is a free afternoon. 

You can ride horses, take a walk around the neighborhood. 

Additionally: the entrance to the three waterfalls is about 750 rubles/person.

If you wish, you can arrange an additional excursion to the disappearing springs, to the taiga. 

A very interesting place! (paid separately, about 1,500 rubles per person).

Lunch and dinner are optional. There are many cafes and restaurants.

We have breakfast and take our things to the hotel in the Lower Katun area. 

On the way, we will stop by for an interesting ethno-excursion. 

Chelkans are a small people of Altai, they will tell you about their traditions and customs. 

Meeting on the banks of the Biya River, many legends will be told, we will make wishes and, after walking along a narrow shamanic path, we will find ourselves in an ethno-complex. 

We will light a bonfire, if desired, you can play national light games. 

In this village, the hostess will tell you about the life and customs of the indigenous peoples. 

Lunch outdoors is always delicious – the treats are unusual and memorable. 

Each dish carries the spirit of nature and the culture of our ancestors, filling our hearts with warmth and comfort. 

After the ethnographic immersion, we continue our journey. 

The journey will take about three hours, during which we will be able to enjoy the picturesque landscapes and endless expanses of Altai. 

Upon arrival at the hotel, accommodation and rest awaits us.

Free time will provide an opportunity to relax, enjoy nature and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of harmony that surrounds us in this amazing place.

This day is very busy! 

After breakfast, we go to explore the surroundings of Chemal village, where we will get acquainted with the unique island of Patmos – an active temple on the island of the Katun River.

On the way to it, we will walk along a stunning suspension bridge that reliably connects the shores, opening up spectacular panoramas. 

Inspired by the sacred atmosphere of Patmos, we will continue our journey along the Katuni – a walk along the goat trail laid among rocks and trees. 

Let's not forget about the Valley of Spirits, which often captivates the hearts of our guests with its mystery and beauty. 

We will finish our trip on the Orokto Bridge, the narrowest place on Katun, which offers an unforgettable view of the rushing water.

After breakfast, we set off along the unique Chui highway. 

Driving along this most beautiful road in Russia is like crossing the whole of Russia.

Natural zones and climate are changing, and mountain ranges surprise with their diversity. 

This cool trip will not leave anyone indifferent. 

Staying in the real deep Altai Mountains is a direct acquaintance with this unique and fertile region. 

Passing two mountain passes of Seminsky and Chike-Tamansky, stopping at the confluence of fast rivers, we reach the culmination of the day – Geyser Lake. 

This lake is considered one of the unique lakes of Russia and occupies the third position. 

This is a small thermal lake, which is called a Secret, Silver or Blue lake with an amazingly beautiful turquoise water color and a bottom of bright blue silt and sand. 

Thermal springs are beating at the bottom of this mountain reservoir, changing the bottom picture every minute and bringing out the most beautiful bright blue silt from the ground. 

Of course, we will get there and admire the snow-white peaks of the North Chui ridge.

Lunch at the cafe is included in the price. 

A full-day excursion. 

Return to the hotel late in the evening.

Dinner is optional.

We are having breakfast and today is a day of easy acquaintance. 

We will take a ride on the cable car to Sinyukha, a sacred mountain that has been the patroness of women and family since ancient times. 

A cable car with a length of 2,516 m connects the lower station and the top of the mountain, which offers an amazing view of the surroundings and the Katun River. 

The time of ascent to a height of 1020 m in the excursion mode is 12-15 minutes (paid separately).

There is something to see upstairs – an observation deck, a recreation area, a cafe, the Legend of Altai complex, the Altai Village Museum, a paragliding launch site, a downhill track, a terrancourt to the top of Malaya Sinyukha, observation binoculars. 

Lunch for an additional fee. 

Then we will drive to the Tavdinsky caves and Kamyshlinsky waterfall.

To get to the Kamyshlinsky waterfall, you need to drive motorboats along the river.Katun is a very emotional and safe walk. 

After the tour, rest. 

Dinner at the hotel. 

Additionally: cable car fare 1200 rubles (discount for children and pensioners), Tavdinsky caves – 500 rubles/ person, motorraft – 1,200 rubles /person.

Early departure to the airport, if guests leave at a different time, they can independently determine the time and order a taxi.