Winter Katun. Holidays in Altai

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Winter Katun is a unique tour that allows you to immerse yourself in the fabulous nature of Altai.

This tour includes a visit to the picturesque mountain landscapes on all days of the program, accessible attractions, a great way to spend time outdoors and enjoy the beauty of the Altai nature.

Accommodation is organized in warm rooms of the eco-hotel "Taezhnik", which is located at the foot of Mount Cherepan.

Location

Gorno-Altaysk / Manzherok village

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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

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Tour highlights

Ascent to the observation deck

We will have a magnificent view of the Katun River valley, mountain ranges and the village of Manzherok

Blue Lakes

We will see the "Eyes of Katun", those who wish can swim, and then warm up in a hiking bath on the lake shore

Swan Lake

We will admire the snow-white flock of swans and the picturesque panorama of the lake from the observation deck

Itinerary

Day 1 - Check-in. Excursion to the GLK Manzherok ski lift
Meeting at the airport of Gorno-Altaisk, the meeting time is determined and reported on the eve of the arrival day, based on the flight data of all group members arriving on the routes.
Transfer to the eco-hotel Taezhnik, acquaintance with the guide.
Breakfast in the restaurant for those who arrived at the Taiga no later than 10:45, check-in to the rooms as the room is cleaned.
Free time before lunch.
Gathering of the whole group, including those who arrive on their own or from Barnaul.
Lunch from 13:00 to 14:00 (paid separately).
After lunch, an excursion to the all–season resort of Manzherok.
The price of the tour includes 1 excursion ascent to the observation deck on Mount Malaya Sinyukha.
The observation deck offers views of the Katun River Valley, mountain ranges and the village of Manzherok.
For an additional fee, you can try your hand at winter sports such as snowboarding, downhill skiing, skiing, as well as snow tubing, snowmobiling, as well as use any other services provided by VK Manzherok, including equipment rental.
18:00 Return to the hotel.

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Day 2 - Excursion to Askat village to the Blue lakes of Katuni and Patmos Island
Breakfast at the Taezhnik restaurant from 08:30 to 09:30.
At 09:45 departure for an excursion to the Blue Lakes, otherwise they are also called the eyes of Katun.
These are seasonally formed lakes in the Katun riverbed, which have a depth of up to 17 m, clear water and a blue hue.
By minibus we reach the village of Askat, then we walk through the pine forest to the Blue lakes, breathe clean mountain air, enjoy the beauty of the winter forest.
We reach the lakes, those who wish can swim, during the New Year holidays there is a hiking bath on the lake, where you can warm up after swimming.
Transfer to Chemal village.
Stop for lunch (self-paid).
Visits to the bridge that leads to the island of Patmos.
Goat trail.
Transfer to the Che-Chkysh tract, visit the observation deck and a small waterfall.
Return to the eco-hotel "Taezhnik"

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Day 3 - Swan Lake. Belokurikha
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today, your path will lead to the neighboring region – the Altai Territory, the foothills area is famous for its sights.
An excursion to Swan Lake (Lake Svetloye) awaits.
Transfer to the resort town of Belokurikha.
Stop for lunch at a cafe (lunch is paid for independently).
Then those who wish can take the cable car to the Church mountain or walk along the eco-trail (not included in the price).
Meeting at 16:30 at the bus, transfer to the eco-hotel "Taezhnik".
The final evening.

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Day 4 - Departure
Breakfast at the hotel.
Group departure to the airport in Gorno-Altaysk, the departure time is set by the administrators and is focused on the departure time of the aircraft.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

The route is easy and suitable for everyone, including children from the age of 8, the presence of warm clothes is mandatory.

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour provides accommodation in the eco-hotel “Taezhnik”, rooms of the “standard +" category.

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

Triple (only on one request)	Double room (possible check-in)	Single room
38 000	40 000	54 000

The Taezhnik Hotel is located at the foot of Mount Cherepan, next to the Chui tract near the village of Manzherok.

Comfortable rooms in detached cottages (A-form). In the room: double or two 1.5 double beds, full bathroom, towels, free Wi-Fi, TV. Gel, shampoo, toothpaste, slippers. Heating underfloor heating plus a heater.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 14 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Gorno-Altaysk / Manzherok village

Included in price

accommodation in heated Standard rooms+;
breakfast;
the work of a guide;
excursion entrances and fees according to the program;
transportation by minibus;
accident insurance and medical insurance;
delivery from GA airport in a group format is provided free of charge, any other type of delivery is at an additional cost, the fare is set by the carrier.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Gorno-Altaisk and back;
delivery from any place, or in any other way, except for a group transfer from/to the airport.
lunches and dinners;
climbing the Church mountain (Belokurikha);
additional services not included in the tour program, including the services of the all-season resort Manzherok, are not included in the tour program.

It's important to know

documents (passport and MHI policy);
underwear (comfortable, preferably cotton) and thermal underwear (warm, multi-layered);
woolen and synthetic WARM socks (several pairs);
warm sweater (woolen, woolen or fleece);
insulated trousers (not restricting movements.), ski trousers are suitable;
insulated jacket or down jacket, you can use a ski jacket (on sintepon, down, etc., not blown. Remember, the temperature can drop to -35 at night and -25 during the day, so the jacket should be warm);
the shoes are warm and loose (not summer mesh sneakers);
hat, scarf and gloves (warm and not draughty, + hood);
clothes for home and sleep. (T-shirts\vests, tights\leggings);
sunglasses and sunscreen (yes, in winter in the Altai Mountains, when the sun is shining, you can get burned);
personal hygiene products;
individual first-aid kit (the guide will have a general first-aid kit, take personal medicines with you if there are indications for taking specific drugs);
video or photo camera (with a case on a sturdy belt and an additional rope).

Dates and Prices

$391

3 – 6 Jan, 2025 4 days 3 nights

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$391

6 – 9 Jan, 2025 4 days 3 nights

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