The Big Altai. Sightseeing tour

A tour to Altai is an unforgettable adventure, a real reboot, filling with energy and inspiration! The stormy waters of the great rivers of Altai, the crystal purity of the lakes, the unstoppable streams of rapids and waterfalls, majestic mountain ranges, colorful "Martian" landscapes will forever remain in the heart.

Location

Gorno-Altaysk
from
$649
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 12 – 16 October
    • 19 – 23 October
    • 26 – 30 October
    • 2 – 6 November
or
Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    4 nights
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Gorno-Altaysk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

National flavor
Let's enjoy a throat singing concert in the traditional Altai village
Chuisky tract
We will make an incredibly interesting and eventful journey along one of the most beautiful roads in the world
Altai Mars
Let's take colorful photos in one of the most fantastic places in the Republic

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Getting to know Altai

    09.00-09.30 and 10.30-11.00: Meeting in the parking lot in front of the airport of Gorno-Altaisk.

    A guide with a sign will be waiting for you. 

    Transfer to the campsite (1.5-2 hours from Gorno-Altaisk airport), lunch (extra charge). 

    Check-in and rest after the flight. 

    On this day, we will admire the Katun River from the suspension bridge, as well as the picturesque rocks protruding from the water, which are called "Dragon's Teeth". 

    Then we will go to the village of Askat masters, which is not for nothing called an "art village" or even a "bohemian farm", because talented and unusual people flock here in order to create, inspired by the surrounding nature and special energy. 

    As part of the tour, you will not only get acquainted with the creativity of local residents, but you will also try to play various instruments yourself and even create an improvised ensemble. 

    And a nice bonus: relaxing meditation to the healing sounds of singing bowls.

    A festive dinner in the national style (vegetarian type of food is possible).

    Throat singing around the campfire in the traditional Altai village.

    Meals included: gala dinner.

    Accommodation: campsite, double accommodation (possible three or four, on request). 

    Excursions and activities: Katun River Valley, "Dragon's Teeth", Askat village, sound therapy with singing bowls, tasting of national cuisine, throat singing concert, acquaintance. 

    By car: 95 km from Gorno-Altaysk On foot: 2 km

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  • Day 2 - The program depends on the date of arrival
  • Day 3 - A journey along the Chui highway
  • Day 4 - Altai Mars. Geyser Lake
  • Day 5 - The sanctuary of Adyr-Kan. Ilgumen. Place of Power - Uch-Enmek Nature Park
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    4 nights
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+

The tour provides accommodation at camp sites along the way in rooms of the “Standard” category (double accommodation with amenities).

The surcharge for single occupancy is 17,500 rubles.

When ordering an individual tour (group of 6 people) the cost of the tour for 1 person is 81,700 rubles.

Please specify details about possible accommodation options for a specific arrival date when booking.

The tour also includes accommodation at the Igman hotel in Gorno-Altaisk or at a similar campsite on the last day, please specify when booking.

Camp sites along the route 4 nights

The campsite depends on the date of travel. If accommodation at any particular campsite is essential for you, then it is possible to coordinate this with the organizers in advance.

You will be stationed at two different bases in different regions of Altai. Possible options are stated in this tour:

Base No. 1: "Territory of happiness"/"Salyut"/"Cedar"/"Yav"/"Royal Comfort"

Base No. 2: "Nomad"/"Rasul"/"Alatau"/"Shavlo"/"Khan-Altai"

Hotel No. 3: Igman

Accommodation is double (possible triple or quadruple on request).

All the camp sites for the route are located in picturesque places with mountain views, on the banks of rivers.

The shower and toilet are in the room at the "Standard" rate.

All camp sites have baths, which can be ordered additionally.

There are sockets in the cabins/rooms. But almost the entire Altai Republic is a rural area where electricity is often cut off. We recommend that you take a powerbank with you.

Most camp sites do not have a hair dryer. If you need it, you'd better bring it with you.

As a rule, the housing for accommodation is made of wood. You will stay in rooms at some bases, and in separate cabins at some camp sites. Bed linen and towels are provided everywhere.

Hygiene kits are not provided. If you decide to go to the sauna, then you may need your own towel – not all baths give them out.

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Igman Hotel or a similar campsite 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Gorno-Altaysk

Included in price

  • transfer and the entire itinerary of the program;
  • meals: 5 breakfasts, 5 dinners, including a festive dinner in the national style;
  • accommodation according to the program (camp sites along the route and the Igman hotel or camp site for 5 nights);
  • all excursions and activities according to the tour program + all entrance tickets;
  • the work of a guide-guide is 1-2 people.;
  • throat singing concert;
  • motor rafting or rafting on the Katun river + equipment rental or a lift GLK "Manzherok" depending on the season.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Gorno-Altaysk and back.
  • meals (lunches) in the cafe – from 450-650 rubles. (average check for the complex);
  • sauna (2000 rubles per hour, minimum 2 hours);
  • all additional services not included in the tour program.

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Dates and Prices

  • $649
    12 – 16 Oct 5 days 4 nights
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  • $649
    19 – 23 Oct 5 days 4 nights
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  • $649
    26 – 30 Oct 5 days 4 nights
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  • $649
    2 – 6 Nov 5 days 4 nights
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  • $649
    9 – 13 Nov 5 days 4 nights
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